My name is Ivy Thomas.  I have been married to my husband Nello for almost 37 years.  We have 3 sons, 4 grandchildren, and a dog named Max.  My husband and I are both Army veterans and teachers. We have lived or visited many countries around the world and states in the United States. 

       I grew up in Sylacauga, Alabama and graduated from Sylacauga High School. Years later, I graduated from Alabama A&M University with a degree in Elementary Education where I obtained my Master’s Degree in Education Curriculum.  I also have endorsements for Gifted, Math, ESOL, and Reading.  I have been teaching for 25 years in Columbia County.  

       Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, making quilts, cooking and watching old movies and television shows.  Our favorite family past time is playing and/or watching soccer and football games.