ANTHONY W. THORNHILL
Red Oak,TX
Summary
Dedicated leader seeking an administrative position that leverages leadership leadership and instructional expertise to foster a safe, collaborative, and inclusive learning environment. Committed to empowering staff and stakeholders through open communication, innovation, and strategic support that drive academic excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Facilities
Lancaster ISD
Lancaster, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Directed district-wide facilities maintenance and operations to ensure safe, compliant, and fully functional campuses.
- Led facility assessments and preventive maintenance programs to improve safety, reliability, and asset performance.
- Developed and implemented maintenance procedures; managed work order lifecycle and enhanced response times using FMX system.
- Managed departmental budgets, purchasing, inventory, and asset lifecycle planning to maintain cost-effective operations.
- Prepared scopes of work and specifications for contracted repairs and site improvements, facilitating competitive bidding process.
DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY
LANCASTER ISD
Lancaster, TX
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Provided strategic leadership and vision for district-wide technology integration supporting instruction, operations, and infrastructure.
- Directed network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data systems to maintain secure, reliable, and efficient operations across all campuses.
- Led the implementation of 1:1 student device initiatives, improving digital literacy and instructional technology engagement.
- Oversaw deployment and management of over 10,000 student and staff devices, ensuring equitable access to digital learning tools.
- Managed multimillion-dollar technology budget, procurement, and vendor contracts ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Collaborated with curriculum and instructional leaders to align technology integration with academic goals and TEKS standards.
- Spearheaded district-wide data security and privacy initiatives in compliance with FERPA and cybersecurity standards.
- Led the Technology Department to earn its first-ever Department of the Year award for the 2024-2025 school year through strategic leadership, team development, and operational excellence.
PRINCIPAL
LANCASTER EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
Lancaster, TX
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Provided strategic leadership for an Early College High School serving first-generation and college-bound students.
- Led the school to consistently graduate over 90% of students with college degrees by driving instructional excellence, expanding student support systems, and building strong postsecondary partnerships.
- Consistently achieved at least 90% of students performing at the Meets level or higher on all state assessments through data-driven instruction, targeted interventions, and high-impact teacher coaching.
- Partnered with Dallas College to align dual-credit and high school curricula, enabling students to earn up to 60 college credits and an associate degree by graduation.
- Boosted student retention and graduation rates through personalized learning plans and family engagement.
- Implemented mentoring, career readiness, and academic advising programs, fostering a strong college-going culture among students.
- Supervised and coached faculty and staff, enhancing instructional quality and student engagement through targeted support.
- Led Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to align instructional strategies and assessments, driving continuous improvement in teaching practices.
- Oversaw campus operations, including budget management, safety, testing, and compliance with district and TEA standards.
ASSISTANT/ ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL
TERRELL HIGH SCHOOL
Terrell, TX
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Provided instructional leadership to support academic achievement, data-driven decision-making, and effective teaching practices across all content areas.
- Evaluated and supported certified and classified staff to uphold district policies and enhance instructional standards.
- Coordinated campus operations including attendance, discipline, and safety to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented restorative practices, conducted parent conferences, and collaborated with counselors and teachers to manage student behavior effectively.
MASTER TEACHER
LANCASTER ELSIE ROBERTSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lancaster, TX
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Showcased effective teaching strategies, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Prepared lesson plans, models and teaches lessons for the purpose of demonstrating best practices in instruction, planning and classroom management.
- Led professional development activities, fostering collaborative learning communities among educators.
- Conducted formative evaluations of colleagues' teaching methods, providing constructive feedback to enhance instructional practices.
SCIENCE TEACHER
LANCASTER ELSIE ROBERTSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lancaster, TX
08.2009 - 06.2015
- Facilitated strategies and planning for students to ensure smooth transition from middle to high school.
- Promoted contextual learning and social responsibility through hands-on experiences in academic setting.
- Tailored lessons to meet students' various needs, goals, interests, and learning styles.
- Evaluated the crisis management plan while assisting the team from 2013 to 2015.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL POLICY STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
IL05.2009
BACHELOR OF SCIENCES - KINESIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
IL05.2007
Skills
- Budget management
- Strategic planning
- Policy implementation
- Data analysis
- Educational technology integration
- Decision-making
- Communication skills
Certification
- State of Texas State Board of Education Department of Education, Science 4-8 Professional Education Certification
- State of Texas State Board of Education Department of Education, Special Education Ec-12
- Professional Education Certification, State of Texas State Board of Education Department of Education, Principal Ec-12
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Director of Facilities
Lancaster ISD
01.2026 - Current
DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY
LANCASTER ISD
01.2024 - 01.2026
PRINCIPAL
LANCASTER EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
07.2018 - 12.2023
ASSISTANT/ ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL
TERRELL HIGH SCHOOL
02.2016 - 06.2018
MASTER TEACHER
LANCASTER ELSIE ROBERTSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
06.2015 - 02.2016
SCIENCE TEACHER
LANCASTER ELSIE ROBERTSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2009 - 06.2015
MASTER OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL POLICY STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCES - KINESIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS