Vicki Smith was recently chosen as the new Assistant Principal at Thomasville Elementary School. She had previously visited TES while a Reading Specialist at J.F. Shields High School. “I did an observation for the Phonics First program,” Smith said. “… Thomasville Elementary had a stellar reputation for exceptional instruction. I was able to see firsthand the explicit instruction and the collaboration efforts of the teachers. That stuck out to me – how supportive everyone was and their creative ability. “I knew that I wanted to be a part of something like that. I’m convinced that education can transform a student’s...

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