Principal's Newsletter

Prairie Families,

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! This year, we are embracing the idea that Anything is Possible. We're so excited to start a new journey of learning, growing, and discovering with all of you. Our theme encourages every student to dream big, try new things, and realize their incredible potential. We're committed to creating a space where every challenge is an opportunity and every goal can be reached. Get ready for a year full of endless possibilities!

Please join me in welcoming the following new staff members to the Prairie community: 

● Mrs. Jackie Peters - Assistant Principal

● Mrs. Emily Kozlowski -- Secretary

● Ms. Rachel Byers -- Kindergarten

● Mrs. Anna Kupsco -- Student Services Coordinator/Resource

● Ms. Mairead McKenna - Paraprofessional

● Ms. Tiffany Reilly -- Paraprofessional - MN

● Ms. Analy Cruz Landaverde -- Paraprofessional - MN

● Ms. Cheri Gentile -- Paraprofessional - MN

● Ms. Sarah Fournier -- Permanent Building Substitute 

The 2025-2026 Back to School Update Information can be found on our website by hovering your cursor over the “Our School” tab in the middle of the gray banner and then click on the “2025-2026 Back to School Update” tab in the drop-down menu. You can also click on the website’s Back to School Update banner. 

Transportation:

All bus riders will be met by staff members at the start of the school year to guide children to their grade level classrooms. While transportation information can be accessed in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal (http://www.Naperville203.org) starting on August 6 at 3:00 p.m., please check back frequently, including the day before school starts, as changes can occur in routes, pick-up times, and/or drop-off times. If you need assistance regarding transportation information, call the Transportation Department at 630-420-6464. 

Please reach out to the main office at 630-420-6348 with any questions.

Mr. Zallis

Principal – Prairie Elementary School

bzallis@naperville203.org

630-420-6348