Michael L. Thomas

Michael, originally from Louisiana, commenced his professional journey in the United States Navy after finishing high school, where he served with distinction from 1988 to 1994. During his time in the Navy, he completed numerous deployments and received various military unit ribbons, medals, and commendations. Notable achievements include being recognized as Sailor of the Quarter while deployed on the USS Milwaukee and receiving the esteemed Navy Achievement Medal of Honor during his tenure at the Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity Command in Portsmouth, Virginia.

In 1997, Michael earned his Associate Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC. Subsequently, in 1998, he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Charleston Southern University. Expanding his academic horizons, Michael achieved a Master’s Degree from Webster University in 2001 and a Master’s in Information Science in 2004. Continuing his educational journey, he completed a Master’s in Secondary Education Leadership from Charleston Southern University in 2009.

Motivated by a desire to effect positive change, Michael transitioned to grant writing within local county government, utilizing his skills to secure funding for community projects. His responsibilities included collaborating with agencies and organizations to improve community life through successful grant applications and evaluations.

With a deep-rooted interest in education cultivated through his interactions with students and mentoring young individuals, Michael pursued his teaching certification. Over more than two decades, he dedicated his career to various roles, such as middle school assistant principal, high school teacher, coach, and principal. Furthermore, he shared his knowledge as an adjunct instructor at Orangeburg Technical College in South Carolina. After retiring in 2022, Michael, armed with a wealth of experience, now brings his expertise to Eloiplayhaus. He currently enjoys quality time with family and friends, relishing moments spent reading.