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Executive Director

Sara Astrow

Sara is a familiar face in Northern Virginia! She has lived in Northern Virginia for 41 years, and currently lives in Springfield. For 18 years, she was the Jewish Coordinator at Fort Belvoir. Additionally, for 22 years she has worked as the Parent Liaison at Holmes Middle School. Sara is a long time member of Olam Tikvah.

Preschool Director

Therese Fournier

preschool@adatreyim.org

Therese is dedicated to making the synagogue’s Reggio-inspired pre-school a place where children are truly seen and celebrated. Therese has a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, and has received comprehensive training in the Reggio Emilia approach. Therese has held numerous leadership positions in private industry, nonprofits and community volunteer efforts. She is a mother of three children – all in their 20’s - and resides in Annandale with her husband. She loves to travel, read, watch documentaries and listen to historical podcasts.

Education Director

Talya Schultz
EdDirector@adatreyim.org

Talya has over 20 years of professional, educational, and volunteer experience in religious school and synagogue administration. Talya received her Master of Arts in Jewish Education with a specialization in synagogue school administration from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. She has served as an Education Director and Youth Director and various other religious school education leadership roles throughout her career. She also has advanced training in curriculum development and experience supporting the education of children with special needs. Talya, her husband, Ben, and their three children have enjoyed being part of the Adat Reyim community.

Administrative Manage

assistant@adatreyim.org

Fri, March 6 2026
17 Adar 5786