About Me

Hi! My name is Traci Russell and I am the teacher in the Frog room. This is my fourth year teaching Early Childhood. I grew up in Bolingbrook and went to school in the Valley View School District. While in college I discovered my passion for Early Childhood while working as a one-on-one aide. After I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from Western Illinois University, I returned to Valley View to teach Early Childhood. My husband and I live in Plainfield with our very spoiled cat, Layla. In my free time I enjoy reading, taking walks, and watching movies.

We love it when families come into the classroom and join their child in exploring and learning new things, so please stop by!

My teacher assistants this year will be Courtney Garbis, Lindsay Fitzgerald, and Rhonda Wallace.

Classroom Team

• Teacher - Traci Russell
• Teachers Assistant - Courtney Garbis
• Teachers Assistant - Lindsay Fitzgerald
• Teachers Assistant - Rhonda Wallace
• Speech Pathologist - Rita Smith
• Occupational Therapist - Lisa Griffin
• Physical Therapist - Kristina McGowan