At Communities in Schools of Thomasville, our dedicated team is fueled by a shared passion to serve and empower students, guiding them towards a brighter future by providing the support and resources they need to thrive academically, socially, and beyond.

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Rosemary Williams

Student Support Specialist

LuzAngela Shoffner

Program Director

Hunter Thrift

Executive Director

thomasville primary school

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STARTED 2024

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I'm passionate about serving Communities In Schools because I've seen how education and community support can change students' lives. Growing up, I experienced firsthand the positive impact these can have on shaping futures. Now, I want to help today's students learn and grow, both in their studies and personally. I believe every student should have a supportive environment where they feel valued and empowered. By working with schools, I hope we can create a better community where everyone has a chance to reach their dreams.

Executive Director

Hunter Thrift

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Program Director

LuzAngela Shoffner

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I am passionate about serving CIS because I love the children and I want them to be successful and I love building relationships with them and their families.

Student Support Specialist - Thomasville Primary

Rosemary Williams

Reggie Leak

Student Support Specialist

Ashley Collins

Student Support Specialist

Adrian Little

Student Support Specialist

thomasville High school

thomasville middle school

liberty drive elementary school

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I am passionate about serving with Community in Schools of Thomasville because it has been ingrained in me to give back. When I was younger, my mother made it mandatory for me to learn the importance of helping and serving others without expecting anything in return! Being able to serve others under the CIS umbrella has added great value to my life. I was taught that “It is possible to serve your way to SUCCESS!” 

Student Support Specialist - Liberty Drive

Adrian Little

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I love working with children and want to be a positive influence in their lives.

Student Support Specialist - Thomasville Middle

Ashley Collins

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Thomasville is my hometown. Outside of going to college, I have been here my whole life. This is why I am passionate about the work we do at CIS. I get to help the people of my hometown get better and grow.

I believe in instilling the principles of peace and success that life has taught me back into my community.

Student Support Specialist - Thomasville High

Reggie Leak

Laura Zarate

Bilingual Assistant

Heather Kapp

Administrative Assistant

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I am passionate about serving with CIS because I was the student that needed this. I get to give to someone else what someone gave me long ago.

Administrative Assistant

Heather Kapp

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Because I like to help others.

Bilingual Assistant

Laura Zarate

energetic

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I enjoy helping students decide on and reach their goals for high school and beyond. 

Graduation Coach

Kathy Hinkle

BOARD CHAIR

board of directors

VICE CHAIR

TREASURER

Sandra Smith
Pinnacle Financial

Dawn Sheek
Sheek Law

Tamara Davis
Novant Health

  • Andrew Wiener - Thomasville City Schools
  • Monique Johnson, MD - Medical educator; Retired pediatrician 
  • Lewis Lomba - Thomasville City Police Department
  • Maykelin Gonzalez - Career Coach at Davidson-Davie Community College
  • Susan Huneycutt - Davidson-Davie Community College
  • Molly Lassiter - Thomasville Parks and Recreation
  • Ricky Murphy - Retired CIS Executive Director

2024 - 2025