Katie Thomas has worked tirelessly to support Gilman’s mission through her extensive work on committees, task forces, and teams. “Katie is well-known across divisions and throughout the Gilman community as a leader and collaborator, and she will help advance the Lower School’s goals and, undoubtedly, help forge our path forward,” said Head of Lower School Linda Fussell.

In her new role, Thomas will work collaboratively with Fussell to provide leadership, structure, and support in all aspects of the Lower School, focusing on curriculum development and implementation.

Thomas spent nine years teaching in the Baltimore County Public School System at Padonia International School before joining the Gilman faculty in 2012. She graduated from Elon University with a B.A. in elementary education, and she earned a Gifted and Talented Education Certificate and a Master of Science in Human Resource Development: Educational Leadership from Towson University.

“I am looking forward to working more closely with students, faculty, and families in grades pre-kindergarten through five,” Thomas said.

Please join us in congratulating Katie on this appointment!