Ms. Thompson’s career in education started as a 2nd grade teacher at x̌alilc (then known as Wilkes) Elementary School over 20 years ago. She taught 1st and 2nd grades and was a Kindergarten through 5th grade TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment) for English Language Arts. Ms. Thompson was also an ELL (English Language Learner) Coordinator for Kindergarten through 5th grade ELL students in the Vancouver School District. Her administrative career includes serving as an Associate Principal, Principal, Executive Director of Teaching & Learning and Assistant Superintendent. 

She holds a superintendent certificate (WSU), administrative certificate (UW), master of arts degree (OSU), and bachelor of arts degree (OSU). 

Ms. Thompson is a mom to two BISD students, Landon & Carson. She enjoys watching their soccer games, traveling as a family as much as possible, and taking their sweet one eyed rescue dog, Benny on walks. 

The Role of the Superintendent's Office

The main responsibilities of the Superintendent's Office include:

• Secretary to the Board of Directors
• Coordination of School Board meetings
• Maintenance of School Board policies and procedures
• Leadership and support in Human Resources
• District ombudsman
• Liaison for school/community groups
• Employee progressive discipline and due process
• Coordination of certificated staff recruitment program
• Collective bargaining and employee regulations
• New teacher orientation
• Student discipline hearing officer
• Title IX and Affirmative Action Officer
• District media liaison
• Oversees district communications and public relations