LAVEEN, AZ, February 27, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Jill Ann Thomas has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

With a particular focus on counseling and guidance, Ms. Thomas has dedicated her lengthy career to enhancing the field of education. Currently serving as a high school counselor at Millennium High School within the Agua Fria Union High School District, a position she has held since 2007, she works alongside five other counselors to assist approximately 400 students. Her responsibilities include helping students navigate their educational journey, managing their schedules and providing guidance to senior students as they plan their post-graduation steps. Additionally, she collaborates with social workers to support her students' well-being.

Prior to her tenure within the Agua Fria Union school district, Ms. Thomas served as a behavior specialist in Charlotte, North Carolina, Her experience also includes teaching positions at a charter school in Washington, DC for three years and an elementary school in Ft. Washing Forest, MD. She began her teaching journey in Tempe, AZ, where she taught at an elementary school district for five years. To stay aware of the latest developments in the counseling field, she has been actively involved in professional organizations such as the American School Counselor Association and the Arizona School Counselors Association.

Ms. Thomas' educational background has been instrumental in her professional success. She earned a master's degree in school counseling and guidance services from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and obtained a bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in psychology from Northern Arizona University, where she graduated cum laude in 1992, Her commitment to professional development is further demonstrated by her leadership specialist certification and legal and ethical certification from the American School Counselor Association.

Ms. Thomas' achievements have been recognized through several awards, including the Crystal Apple Award for exemplary educators and the Super Tiger Award in 2011. Outside of her professional life, she was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and is a proud parent of two stepsons. She has a long-held passion for Arabian horse riding and has achieved a national ranking in the top 10 alongside her sister.

Looking to the future with optimism, Ms. Thomas aims to continue the AFUHSD District mission of providing a student-focused environment that delivers exceptional services and attracts qualified professionals committed to student success. Her vision is to create an inclusive atmosphere that fosters growth and achievement for all students within the district.

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