SECULAR EDUCATION
mrs. afreen juveria
Mrs. Afreen Juveria has been a proud member of the MEA community since its inaugural year back in 2017. This is her third year teaching kindergarten, and looks forward to many more! After completing her bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mrs. Juveria went to University of Bridgeport to pursue her master’s degree in Elementary Education.
Her philosophy of education is that each student learns in his/her own unique way, and the responsibility lies with the teacher to provide a stimulating environment, one that is conducive to student learning and growth. While her primary goal is to help her students reach their full potential academically, shes strives to instill in them strong self confidence, sense of responsibility, and respect for themselves and others.
MRS. AZRA M. KHAN, first grade teacher
Mrs. Azra M. Khan has been with MEA since its first year. She started as a substitute teacher then transitioned from a substitute to a part-time teacher, and now is a full-time first grade teacher.
With her bachelor’s degree in Education and Commerce and master’s degree in Commerce, she has over 5 years of teaching experience teaching in an elementary school setting.
“Being in this profession itself motivates me, everyday there’s something new to learn about and share. I feel so overjoyed in the company of such enthusiastic children. Perseverance and communication are the key principles of my life.”
ISLAMIC EDUCATION
Qur’an Teacher
abdulrashid.vahora
@meachicago.com
HAFIZ ABDUL RASHEED
At the age of 15, Hafiz Abdul Rasheed completed memorization of the Qur’an. His sole passion is to teach Qur’an with Tajweed which he has been doing at Makki Masjid for over 20 years.
Islamic Studies Teacher
saadia.shafique@meachicago.com
Mrs. Saadia Shafique
Mrs. Saadia Shafique is from Pakistan, where she completed her bachelor's degree. She also completed her Almiyet Course from Sharia Board of Chicago.