Mrs. Sawsan

Assalam Aleikum ICCI Community,  

It is my pleasure to continue to serve you as the full-time school principal this year! This is my fourth year in educational leadership. Prior to becoming the principal, I was the Arabic teacher at the ICCI Academy for fourteen years, as well as the Dean. I pursued many leadership experiences throughout my career including teaching at the Sunday school, and having the honor to become the principal there. I worked with Dar Alhuda as a coordinator for the Arabic curriculum, I also taught for UNRWA in Jordan prior to coming to America. Even with these amazing experiences, I will always be a teacher at heart. 

My educational background includes a Bachelor in Arabic and Islamic Studies including methods of teaching. I’m in the process of finishing my masters in bilingual studies. By pursuing lifelong learning, I intend to be an example to students and teachers that we should never stop learning. 

I am blessed to be the mother of two children. I have the same expectations for them as I do your children, who I love as if they are my own. I want to see them excel and become productive human beings, who have the opportunity to become anything they want in the future, 

It is my privilege to lead the ICCI Academy and the many talented teachers and students here! My goal is to continue to provide a supportive climate and Islamic culture at the ICCI that is conducive to teaching and learning. By doing so, each student and teacher can experience growth…. I look forward to interacting with our community this year! 

As salamu alaykum everyone!

My name’s Dalal Masoud I am currently the Pre-K teacher at ICCI Academy. I have worked in early childhood as a teacher in a HeadStart program for ten years and then promoted to the role of Side Director for six years. I was also a member of the Board of Education at ICCI Academy for three years and returned as a member recently. I look forward to meeting all the parents and the students and In Sha Allah, this year will be a great start for all! I am looking forward to this great year!

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Alliant International University in San Diego.My professional journey includes serving as a Student Advisor for International Students at the American Council for International Students and working as a Teaching Assistant at Alliant International University. I also gained valuable experience at ICCI while I was in college. I am excited to be back at ICCI and am committed to supporting and guiding students in their academic journey.acher in a HeadStart program for ten years and then promoted to the role of Side Director for six years. I was also a member of the Board of Education at ICCI Academy for three years and returned as a member recently. I look forward to meeting all the parents and the students and In Sha Allah, this year will be a great start for all! I am looking forward to this great year!

My name is Dina Albarghouthi and I will be this year’s First grade teacher. I have my bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in Business administration. I graduated

from Florida International University. I am originally from Florida and moved to Chicago

3 years ago when I got married. I have taught Kindergarten for 4 years and this will be

my first-year teaching First grade. I took a year off from teaching after I had my first

baby. So, this will be my third-year teaching at ICCI academy. I am excited to meet each one of you within the upcoming days. Throughout the year, it is important to have a strong parent-teacher relationship. If at any time you have any questions or concerns,

please contact me. You can email me at dina.albarghouthi@iccicommunity.org. If you

have any questions or concerns, you will also be able to message me on there. I look forward to having a great year with you all.

 Salam, my name is Ms. Rosa and I will be the 2nd grade teacher at ICCI Academy this year. I have my bachelor’s degree in elementary education and have been teaching at ICCI for 5 years. I look forward to having your children embark  on an incredible journey filled with knowledge, friendships, and endless possibilities this school year.  

AsSalamu Alaykum everyone!

I am Mrs. Fatima and I will be your third grade teacher for this

upcoming school year. This will be my second year teaching at ICCI

Academy. I am a graduate from Northeastern Illinois University. My

goal for the year is to improve and to add to students learning skills

and experiences. Aswell as to provide an engaging, fun, educational

environment. Throughout the year, we will be digging into new topics

and learning new techniques. I am dedicated to ensuring your children

get the best education. Therefore, It is critical for parents to make sure

students are doing their part at home in order to achieve new learning

goals for this year. I expect students to read at least 30 minutes a day

and complete assignments on time. Always encourage your child to

do their best and always ask for help. I am thrilled to meet this year's

third grade class and share this journey with them.

Asalamu Alaikum my name is Rouha Masoud and I  am so excited to be the fourth grade teacher this year. I recently graduated from UIC with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, a minor in Disability in Human Development, and a minor in Arabic. I am currently working on my master's in Science in Special Education. In addition, I am also a Registered behavioral therapist. This year I will teach all subjects including,  Science, Math, Reading, Social Studies, and ELA for our amazing 4th-grade students. I plan to make this year filled with activities to broaden your children's academic interests. I look forward to taking part in your child’s adventure this year. Please know that I am here for your child and my door is always open. May Allah SWT make this a successful year inshAllah!

 My name is Mrs. Jasmine Abuali. I have been with the ICCI academy since 2018. This is my 7th year teaching at the academy. I have had the pleasure of working with an amazing staff and great students. I have gained as much as I have given to this establishment. Through my years at the school, we gain continuous training and certifications to ensure we are up to par with classroom management. 

More about myself; I graduated from UIC with an undergraduate degree in Political Science in 2010 and soon after began a career as a college advisor/ counselor. As I was working in the field, I pursued a Master’s degree in Business Administration concentrating in Forensic Accounting from Roosevelt University. As you can tell, I have a passion for learning and would like to reflect this passion into the classroom.

My goal is to ensure that every student has an understanding of the importance of every subject discussed. I will be relating our curriculum to everyday life experiences and connecting these experiences back into the classroom. I believe the best way to learn is through examples.

I am looking forward to spending this year watching students grow through challenges, experiences, and most importantly, having fun while learning.

My name is Ms. Manal Malluh, and I am honored to be your child's English

teacher for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. It is with great enthusiasm that I

extend a warm welcome to each of you as we embark on this exciting educational

journey together. I am truly excited to commence this chapter of learning with

your child. With a vibrant and enthusiastic personality, I am deeply committed to

nurturing the potential within each student, guiding them toward excellence and

fostering their love for English and literature. Having been a part of the ICCI

Academy community for many many many years, I take great pride in being a

veteran teacher. My journey began as the kindergarten teacher, an experience

that paved the way for my subsequent roles. During a two-year sabbatical, I

ventured to the International School of Chouiefat in Amman, Jordan, where I

contributed as an English teacher. However, my passion for ICCI drew me back

twelve years ago. My academic background includes a degree in English from

Northeastern Illinois University, complemented by a minor in Linguistics. Armed

with this foundation, I am dedicated to providing your child with a comprehensive

and engaging learning experience. Additionally, I am humbled to announce that

this will mark my third year serving as the Dean of students, a role that holds a

special place in my heart.

My name is Ms. Esra and I will be teaching math for grades 6th-8th. I graduated from UIC with a bachelor's degree in mathematics and psychology. This will be my third year working

with ICCI. I look forward to making your school experience an enjoyable one all year long

with exciting activities that make learning fun!

Hello, I'm Ms. Batoul Mousa. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Northeastern Illinois University in 2020. I have previously taught Math and Science at ICCI Academy, and I am excited to be joining you as the Science teacher for 6th through 8th grades this upcoming year. 

Assalamu Alaykum, My name is Mrs. Najat Obeidallah. I'm the Islamic Studies teacher and Quran for this year. I have a Bachelors degree in Science from NEIU. I also have Ijazah in Quran, then I finished my Master's degree in Quranic performance. I have taught as a Islamic studies and Quran teacher since 2006. I worked as an administrator at ICCI evening school. I’m also a Tajweed teacher for sisters at MAS. InshaAllah we’ll work together to see our children succeed.