Dr. Abida Jafri is a physician specialized in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She received her training from Temple University School of Medicine and, since the completion of her training, has been involved in both academic and private practice. She has served in a number of consultant and leadership roles in healthcare, and continues to do so today. Among her roles in the community, Dr. Jafri has been the principal of Ja’faria School of Central Jersey, one of the leading weekly Sunday schools in the tristate area, for more than 10 years. She has a wealth of experience in shaping the academic vision of the institution, curriculum development, administration, management, community engagement, cultivating leadership, and teacher recruitment and training. Under her leadership, Ja’faria School has grown in reputation and population, with more than 200 students in attendance from the tristate area. Her role as principal in Ja’faria School of Central Jersey demonstrates her continuous passion for academic growth in the community, and translates to being a crucial asset to the Sadiq School board, as she provides insight into an effective Islamic education in the school system, and fostering a nurturing educational environment for the student body.