Sherica has served the Charlottesville/Albemarle community for over 15 years. After earning her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Mary Washington, she obtained an Education Specialist degree and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Liberty University. Before joining The Center for Community Partnerships, Sherica was a teacher, administrator and district level leader in Albemarle County.

Her work focuses on improving outcomes and expanding access. She has conducted extensive research on effective education models that foster student engagement and has presented widely on academic achievement and culturally responsive practices.

At The Center for Community Partnerships, Sherica conducts research, and leads efforts that bridge research with community-driven initiatives. She plays a central role in supporting local organizations through strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and capacity-building. She manages the Community Fellows program, which empowers local leaders to address systemic disparities, and oversees collaborative projects focused on reentry support, community safety, and youth engagement. She has also been instrumental in developing partnerships that enhance access to services, improve public engagement, and promote long-term solutions for economic and social mobility.