Ms. Rogers
Ms. Rogers Hello! My name is Ms. Rogers. This school year, I will be team-teaching a blended program in Room 005 with Mrs. Rodriguez. This includes children with disabilities in a regular education classroom. I have a B.S. degree in Elementary Education, an M.A. in both Special Education-Learning Disabilities and Educational Administration. I have taught at Jose De Diego Academy for 26 years and previously taught in the Archdiocese of Chicago for 10 years. I have taught every grade from Pre-K to 9th grade and adult education (G.E.D.) classes. This is my fourth year in pre-school and I hope this will be a rewarding experience for both you and your child. I appreciate your cooperation and patience with me and consider this to be a privilege to work with you and your child.
You can contact Mrs. Rogers at ldrogers@cps.edu
Mrs. Safranek
Hi! My name is Meghan Carthay-Safranek and I am thrilled to be teaching at Jose de Diego Community Academy for my fourth year. I am currently the full-day, four-year-old preschool teacher and could not imagnine doing anything different. I have one of the best jobs in the world! 
In addition to teaching, I am currently pursuing my Master’s Degree at Northeastern Illinois University for Early Childhood Special Education. Outside of school I love to read and I LOVE anything Disney! Walt Disney World is my most favorite place in the world! When I am at home, I have a very active 2-year-old daughter, Ava, who keeps me going and going!
I am very excited about this year at de Diego!
You can contact Mrs. Carthay at mcarthay@cps.edu
Ms. Gregory
Hi, I’m Christy Gregory, the Pre-K teacher in room 105. This is my 1st year at de Diego, but I have been teaching Pre-K for 9 years- and I love it! I have my degree in Early Childhood Education with a Special Education Endorsement, and my Master’s Degree in Education. I am a proud wife and mother of 2 beautiful children; Anthony, 4 and Angelina, 2. I enjoy shopping, Soap Operas, spending time with family and friends, and taking long walks with my chocolate lab, Harley. I am thrilled to be part of the de Diego community! I look forward to an exciting year! Feel free to contact me at cmurso@cps.edu
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