Fifth Grade

I’m excited to join Abingdon Elementary this year as a fourth-grade teacher! This is my first year at Abingdon, my second year teaching fourth grade, and my seventh year in education. I believe that strong relationships are the foundation for learning, and I strive to create a classroom where every student feels known, valued, supported, and excited to learn. I love getting to know my students as individuals and building a classroom community where they feel comfortable taking risks and growing. Outside of school, I’m a proud stepmom to three stepchildren and a new mom to a newborn! I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring new places, and being creative. I’m looking forward to a wonderful year and becoming part of the Abingdon community!

Team Lead

Hi! My name is Riya Sharma, and I am a 5th grade teacher at Abingdon. While I'm not from Arlington, I grew up in Chantilly and attended Loudoun County schools K-12. I then went on to graduate from The George Washington University and joined TFA upon graduation. This is my second year teaching at Abingdon, and I am so excited to make it a fun and productive one!