Fatima, Saba

Assistant Principal

AsstPrincipal@dupeoria.org

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Mrs. Saba Fatima is a dedicated educational leader with over 15 years of experience at Daarul Uloom Islamic School, where she has contributed in multiple roles. As Assistant Principal, she is deeply committed to cultivating an Islamic learning environment that empowers students to achieve their fullest potential for the sake of Allah.

Her journey in education began as an Islamic Studies teacher, sparking a fervent commitment to student-centered learning and effective instructional practices. Over the years, she has embraced a variety of teaching and administrative positions, including serving as Principal of Daarul Uloom Quran Academy an after-school program focused on Quran memorization and reading.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Mrs. Fatima is an engaged member of the Peoria Muslim community and a devoted mother of three. In her downtime, she enjoys reading and spending quality time with her family. She values the importance of work-life balance and actively encourages both her staff and students to pursue their passions and interests beyond the classroom.

Ahmed, Maha

HS Assistant Principal & PK- 8th grades Academic coordinator

HSAsstPrincipal@dupeoria.org

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Mrs. Ahmed brings over 15 years of experience in education, including 5 years as a high school Assistant Principal at Daarul Uloom Islamic School, where she supported academic planning, teacher development, and student success.

Prior to and with her administrative role, she taught high school science and math, combining her academic background with a passion for student growth.

With a strong foundation in both the sciences and education, Mrs. Ahmed hold a Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Human Surgery and a Master's degree in Human Physiology. She is a Florida-certified Math teacher for grades 5–9.

In addition to her academic credentials, Mrs. Ahmed is certified in Tajweed and hold a teaching certificate in Nooraniyah, allowing her to support students in their Quranic and Arabic studies with proper pronunciation and foundational reading skills.

Her diverse background enables her to connect with students across disciplines and foster a well-rounded, supportive learning environment. Internationally, she served as an Assistant Professor at a university in her home country, where she contributed to higher education in the fields of medicine and physiology.

Quadri, Habeeb

Educational Consultant

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Habeeb Quadri is an esteemed educator, author, and youth activist with over two and a half decades of experience in the field. He is has held various positions, including teacher, principal, and currently superintendent of MCC Academy. In August 2019, his contributions were recognized with the National Distinguished Principal award bestowed upon him by the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP).

The Village of Morton Grove and Skokie have honored Habeeb with a “Habeeb Quadri” day in recognition of his invaluable contributions to education and community building. Currently, he serves as a part-time staff member in the Professional Development Program at the Harvard University Graduate School of Education, where he is a member of the Principals’ Advisory Board.

Habeeb’s expertise extends beyond the classroom, having delivered over 1,000 lectures on leadership, education, and youth across the United States and several countries abroad. In 2006, he founded High Quality Educational Consulting, an education consulting firm that has facilitated workshops for the U.S. Department of State, numerous local, national, and international schools and universities in over 10 countries, including Kenya, Singapore, Pakistan, Australia, Qatar, South Africa, and beyond. In addition to his community impact, he has served on various advisory boards, including the Cook County Sheriff Muslim Advisory Board, the Homeland Security Faith-Based Advisory Board, and was invited to the FBI Citizen Academy, where he completed the course. He has also authored five books and written numerous articles on youth, parenting, and education. For his contributions to the Muslim community, he received the Lifetime Educational Achievement Award from the Islamic Society of North America.