Mrs. Shrestha

Welcome to second grade! I am delighted to be your child's teacher this year.

Here's a bit about me: I grew up in Nepal and earned my master's degree in education from Boston College. I am certified to teach kindergarten through 6th grade and I have additional certifications in ESL (English as Second Language) and TAG (Talented and Gifted). I lived in Boston and Toronto before moving to Austin 15 years ago. I have worked in the education sector for more than 20 years in Nepal, Canada, and the US.

My husband Sirish and I have been married for 23 years. We have two wonderful boys Nirvik and Nirwan. Nirvik will be going off to CMU this fall and Nirwan will be a sophomore at Westwood High School. We also have a sweet dog named Evie. I love traveling, hiking, watching movies, and spending time with my friends and family.

I strive to create a classroom community where students feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. In our classroom, every student will feel valued and empowered. We will celebrate each student’s uniqueness, and our diversity will be one of our greatest strengths. My goal is to help every child learn from their mistakes, reach their full potential and develop a love for lifelong learning. I’m looking forward to a fantastic year filled with growth and discovery!