Greetings! My name is Marsha Alexander, and I am the proud principal of Garfield Elementary in Maywood District 89. For the past twenty-four years, I have served as a classroom teacher, literacy coach/reading specialist and

 assistant principal. For the past nine years, I have had the distinguished honor of serving as the principal of Garfield Elementary in Maywood, IL. Daily, I inspire hundreds of young scholars to reach their greatest potential and to believe they can be whatever they want to be. I, along with my team, set high expectations for our scholars and maintain a shared desire for them to be adequately prepared for college and successful careers.

Garfield Elementary values a school environment, which is rich in culture and climate. We believe Garfield Giants can achieve academic and personal excellence. Our goal is to continue to carry out our district’s vision to be a school system of choice and community pride. Lastly, I dedicate my success as a principal to my loving mother, Geraldine Alexander, who continues to be my rock! She successfully raised three daughters right here in Proviso Township. Ironically, my twin sister and I followed the same career and educational path. We both currently serve as school principals in District 89. Mom taught us to soar academically and to be the best versions of ourselves! I share that same hope for Garfield’s scholars! Here’s to an amazing school year!

Sincerely,

Ms. Marsha Alexander
Principal, Garfield Elementary
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