Ustathah Fathia Shalash is an Arabic, Quran, and Islamic Studies teacher at Lexington Universal Academy. She was born and raised in Kuwait, where she completed her high school education. She then earned a degree in Mathematics and certificate in Islamic Studies and Tajweed. She moved to the United States and continued her dedication to education and community service.
She worked at the Lexington Weekend Islamic School for one year before beginning her career in public education. In 2010, Ustatha Fathia joined Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) as a special needs educator. The following year, she joined Lexington Universal Academy as an assistant teacher in the kindergarten classroom. She has since continued her journey at LUA and is now in her 15th year teaching Arabic, Quran, and Islamic Studies.
Ustathah Fathia is also a proud mother of four children, all of whom attended and graduated from Lexington Universal Academy. Her family’s connection to LUA has made the school an especially meaningful part of her life. Ustatha Fathia is passionate about creating a loving and nurturing learning environment where children can grow academically, spiritually, and personally. She believes that teaching is not only about sharing knowledge, but also about helping children develop strong character, good manners, and a lasting connection with Allah (SWT).