Aparna Bansal Harger
Aparna Bansal Harger joins St. Catherine’s School with a professional history in law and teaching prior to dedicating her primary work to inclusion and belonging in schools. She brings longevity in community work and a commitment to fostering positive, supportive school experiences for all students and families.
Aparna is a product of all-girls’ education via Garrison Forest School. She then earned her BA in Sociology, Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science at Wake Forest University, and later completed the Master of Teaching program at the University of Richmond with endorsements in teaching K-12 French and secondary English.
The daughter of immigrants, Aparna is fascinated by culture and the power of storytelling. She is energized by working alongside young people, including her students and her daughter. She loves reading and exploring the local RVA scene.
Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, St. Catherine’s School is a private, all-girls pre-K, kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school. We provide a well-rounded educational experience for girls from communities across Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico and all of central Virginia. St.Catherine’s all-girls educational experience is rooted in more than a century of history and tradition. From our revolutionary past to our dynamic present, St. Catherine’s has always focused on preparing students for a boundless future.
