Friends and Family of Shkolla Shqipe,

2024 brought many exciting changes to our school. We welcomed many new students, teachers and staff. We look forward to continuing advancing our school and curriculum together with our supportive parents, board, and faculty in 2025.

Calendar 2024-2025 (CLICK TO DOWNLOAD)

It’s not too late to register and join our language school and Grupi Arberia dance class. Please complete and sign the Second Semester 2025 registration form —

Language School and Grupi Arberia Registration Form (CLICK TO DOWNLOAD)

Student Fees are:
Shkolla Shqipe $100.00 / Semester for your first child and $50.00 / Semester for your 2nd or 3rd child.
Grupi Arberia $50.00 / Semester

Class begins promptly at 12 pm, please plan to arrive with your child 15 minutes before class to avoid interruptions. Class will conclude at 1 pm.

Grupi Arbëria, our dance group, meets every other Sunday at 1pm.

We would greatly appreciate it if you could help spread the word among families with children aged 5 through 17 who might be interested in joining our program.

Lea Bita
Shkolla Shqipe Principal

My name is Eftalea (Lea) Bitta and I wish to introduce myself once again as Principal of Shkolla Shqipe Arberia of Chicago. I’m honored to have the opportunity since 2006 when the school was first created. I have been fortunate to work with a great staff at our School full of traditions that strive for excellence in our Albanian Language, History, and Ethnic Heritage.

My career in education until I retired was at John Hersey High School, District 214 in Arlington Heights, IL. I taught Business courses and was the Department Resource Head. In 1977, I was awarded by the Congress of the United States to receive a EPDA grant to pursue a Master’s and PHD grant at the University of Illinois. After receiving my Master’s Degree I had to forfeit the PHD grant, as I unfortunately lost my parents.

I look forward to fulfilling our mission and vision of perpetuating the Albanian Language here in Chicago until we are able to recruit a principal. I will also continue to work with our teachers, parents and the School Board to make sure your children have the opportunity to learn the Albanian Language and grow academically in all areas of our ethnicity.

Edije “Eda” Pojani
Shkolla Shqipe Teacher - Level 1

I am very happy to be part of the team of Shkolla Shqipe! I have a 6 year's old girl Kaysee who also attends this school as well.I have been teaching preschoolers for almost 12 years, and I would love to teach our own beautiful and unique language to our children. I will do my best to inscribe this language in the minds of these children and transmit it to future generations.

Rezarta Frasheri
Shkolla Shqipe Teacher - Level 1

I am one of the Level 1 teachers in Albania School. I am a parent of two boys Roen 12 years old and Andrean 6 years old. My children have been attending Albania School for two years. I was born and raised in Berat, Albania.

In 2019 I started as a teacher assistant for preschool, kindergarten,first grade and middle school at Clarence E Culver District 71. This is my 6th year working as a teacher assistant and I love what I do. I am so thrilled to be your kids' teacher and to help them learn our language, culture and history!

Albana Romacka
Shkolla Shqipe Teacher - Level 2

I was born and raised in Korce, Albania. I completed my studies at “Fan Noli” University, Korce. Since then, I have worked as an elementary school teacher in Zemblak, Korce. I came to the States back in 2004, working in various fields. Currently, I work as a paraprofessional teacher working closely with autistic and down syndrome children. I also work as supervisor for the Continuing Education program at College of Dupage. I have two daughters and my hobby is cooking.

Dr. Holta Kora
Shkolla Shqipe Teacher - Level 3

I have a deep passion for children's education. Learning the Albanian language is more than a profession for me; it is an opportunity to help younger generations connect with their culture and identity. By making the Albanian language lively and interesting, I hope to inspire students to be proud of their heritage and feel strong in their identity.

My goal is to create a warm and stimulating environment where each student feels safe and motivated to learn. I use different teaching methods to engage students, encouraging them to become active in the learning process. I believe that every child has incredible potential, and it gives me great pleasure to help them discover this potential.