Timothy is a biology major on the pre-medical track. His future aspiration is to become a pediatric anesthesiologist.  He loves working alongside families and children to empower them to thrive. Timothy is honored to join the Preschool and Me team to support families and make a difference in their lives.

Sreehi is a first-year Psychology major at UIC on the pre-med track with aspirations of becoming a physician. She is drawn to work that centers on supporting children and strengthening families. By joining Preschool and Me, she is excited to engage in meaningful community work, connect with families, and contribute to a nurturing environment for early childhood development.

Dr. Elizabeth Cambray-Engstrom has spent over two decades supporting children and their families across early intervention, early childhood, and elementary education, with particular expertise in bilingual and special education. Her work centers on family collaboration, advocacy, and educational assessment. She is deeply committed to equitable, relationship-based practices and is genuinely inspired by the meaningful work that Preschool and Me team is doing to strengthen supports for families.

Denise is a student at UIC majoring in neuroscience and minoring in chemistry. She is on the pre-medical track and aims to attend medical school to pursue surgery. Denise is very excited to join the Preschool and Me team and help families receive the proper resources to be successful.

Caroline is a senior at the University of Illinois Chicago, majoring in applied psychology with a minor in sociology. She plans to pursue a PhD in clinical psychology, focusing on youth mental health, community-based care, and marginalized populations. She is passionate about advocacy and equity in mental health, ensuring underserved families are supported and every child has access to the resources they need to thrive.

Risa is a senior majoring in Applied Psychology and double minoring in Sociology and Biological Sciences. She plans to pursue a master's degree in clinical or developmental psychology after graduation. She works as an RBT to provide ABA therapy for children with Autism. Risa is excited to join the team and is passionate about making resources accessible for children and their families!

Sereen just finished her first year at UIC majoring in Integrated Health Studies with a minor in Human Nutrition. Sereen aspires and plans to attend medical school to specialize in pediatric anesthesia as she loves working with kids and has great experience. She is dedicated to making a purposeful impact and hopes to support and make a difference in the lives of the families and children she will work with by connecting them with the resources they need to flourish! 

Aritzy is a third-year student attending UIC set to graduate May 2026. She is majoring in Integrated Health Studies and minoring in Nutrition. She is on the pre-med track and hopes to work in a pediatric specialty. Aritzy hopes to take what she has learned with helping families at Pre-School and me into consideration when working with families in the future.

Lynn is a third year student at UIC majoring in biology and pursuing the medical field. She has experience in working at Preschool as a teacher assistant. She’s passionate about helping families and children specifically and aspires to work in the pediatric field.

Shloka is a freshman majoring in Integrated Health Studies on the pre-medicine track. She hopes to pursue a career in pediatric neurology. Shloka loves working with children and is passionate about giving back to the community in any way she can. She is excited to be part of the Preschool and Me team and looks forward to supporting families and making a meaningful impact.

Sean is in his junior year at UIC majoring in Applied Psychology and minoring in Biology. His academic interests include clinical psychology, neuropsychology and really anything else that has to do with the brain. He is planning on either pursuing a doctorate-level degree in clinical psychology or attending medical school to become a psychiatrist. He is passionate about mental health and hoping to help improve the mental healthcare system as a whole. He is excited to be a part of the Preschool and Me team because he loves working directly with families and helping them get the support they need!

Michelle is a fourth-year psychology major at UIC. She has over 3 years of experience working in childcare, ranging from infants to school-aged children. She aspires to pursue a path to become a pediatric speech pathologist and work with families to advocate for their children. Michelle is very excited to be a part of the Preschool and Me team, and hopes to use the skills learned to further her knowledge in supporting children and families.

Jena is an undergraduate student at UIC pursuing a major in biology and a minor in gender and women's studies. She is on the pre-med track and hopes to attend medical school with strong interests in maternal and women's health, as well as pediatrics. She is excited to be a part of this team of hardworking professionals and is eager to help families seeking support in obtaining child services and school based therapies.

Haleigh is a senior majoring in psychology and minoring in philosophy. She plans to pursue a master's degree in counseling, as well as a PhD in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis on families and couples. Haleigh is excited to join the Preschool and Me team and provide families with the services they need to better their child's educational experiences. She hopes to apply these skills in her future role as a therapist.

Zain is a fourth year student majoring in applied psychology at University of Illinois at Chicago. He is set to graduate in May 2025 and aspires to attend law school after. In the future, he wants to help programs like Preschool & Me in creating a better education system for future generations.

Diya is a third year student at UIC set to graduate in December 2025. She is majoring in psychology and double minoring in biology and kinesiology. She is on the pre-physician assistant track where she hopes to work in the pediatric speciality. She is dedicated to ensuring children have access to the right resources and supporting families.

Siya is a fourth year student attending UIC on a pre-pharmacy track with a psychology major. In the future, she plans to pursue pediatric pharmacology. She’s very passionate about helping families and children and is very excited to join the Preschool and Me team. 

Rashida is a sophomore pre-dental student at UIC majoring in integrated health studies. She is passionate about delivering health equity to kids especially because she has a strong interest in working with kids in the future. Her goal is to become a pediatric dentist who advocates for accessible care and community health. She is very excited to be a part of this team and hopes she can do her part in bridging the gap and supporting children's growth and developmental needs.

Anvi is a freshman majoring in integrated health studies and minoring in public health on the pre-medicine track. She hopes to pursue a career that integrates public health and medicine. Anvi loves interacting with diverse community groups and is passionate about giving back. She is excited to join the Preschool and Me team to better understand the local systems and make navigation easier for families.

Ayla is a senior at the University of Illinois Chicago majoring in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. She is interested in child development, mental health, and community-based care. Ayla has experience supporting families through research, education, and community outreach, and is passionate about assisting families in accessing the resources and services they deserve. She is excited to join the Preschool & Me team and contribute to research and efforts that strengthen support systems for families during early childhood.

Valeria is a student at UIC majoring in applied psychology and minoring in Spanish. She is passionate about providing bilingual therapy services; she aspires to become part of the system that promotes well-being for those struggling with mental health. Valeria is excited to become a PN, offering the support that families need by providing comprehensive care and guidance during critical moments.

Tiffany is an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois Chicago pursuing a double degree in applied psychology and disability and human development. Currently, she volunteers and participates in philanthropic events in the Chicagoland area. In the future, she aspires to give back to the community as a school counselor. She is thrilled to join the Preschool & Me team and looks forward to supporting families and children in receiving the resources they need to thrive.

Samantha is a first-year UIC student majoring in integrated health science and minoring in Spanish for the Professions. She is on the pre-med track and plans on attending medical school to become a pediatrician. Samantha is excited to join Preschool and Me because she wants to connect with and support families in her community, inspired by her own personal experiences growing up.

Simrah is a psychology major with a double minor in business administration and disability inclusion. Her career goals involve pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology. She works as a Registered Behavior Technician to provide ABA therapy to children with Autism. She is excited to advocate for families to receive proper resources that can help kids reach their full potential!