Welcome to Dr. Thelma Dillard's Website

Dr. Thelma Bivins Dillard is a native of Macon, Georgia and a formen resident of Tindall Heights, the first housing project for African Americans in the United States. Dr. Dillard is like a phoenix that has risen from the ashes. Her career has been astonishing. She has served her community to the fullest being well qualified and self motivated.

Recognition

A celebration and appreciation for Dr. Thelma Dillard for being a light in the community and putting "Children First.

Love From The Community

Deeply committed to high quality education for children.

District 2 Worker

District 2 – Alexander II Magnet, Bruce Elementary, Ingram-Pye Elementary, Williams Elementary, Vineville Academy, Miller Middle Magnet, Central High, Hutchings Career Center, Elam Alexander Academy at Burke Elementary.

Dr. Thelma Dillard's Homepage For Education

"Keeping Children First in Bibb County"

"Children First"

Blog With Dr. Dillard

Educational Links

Board of Education Newsletter
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Back to School Information

State Board of Education

Department of Education

Honors and Awards

2007 –Medgar Evers Award, Southeastern Regional NAACP Community Service Award
2001 – NAACP Salutes Thelma Dillard: 21st Century Harriett Tubman
2000- Macon City Council Community Service Award (20 years Service)
2000 – Earl T. Shinhoster Freedom Award by NAACP
James Wimberly Institute Award, 2004
Executive Producer of Documentary, “In the Shadow of Freedom, Macon’s 60’s Civil Rights Movement” 2002
NAACP Outstanding Woman Award
Warner Robins Air Force Base Blacks in Government Appreciation Award
Macon Housing Authority Appreciation Award
Georgia Association for Black Elected Officials Appreciation Award
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Outstanding Woman Award
Nominee McKibben Lane Teaching Award, 1982-Lanier A High School
Area Planning and Development Commission Appreciation Award
Nominee Teacher of the Year, Lanier A High School
Listed in, WHO’S WHO Among African Americans”
Named 50 Most Influential Women in Georgia-Georgia Informer Newspaper
Numerous other awards and certificates from various organizations
2010 – Douglass Theatre James Wimberly-Mattie Dunn Award
Drum Major of Justice Award, Evangelical Ministerial Alliance, 2012

Accomplishments

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS: Dedication to the people of Middle Georgia

Doctorate in Education Leadership.
Masters Degrees in Business Education, Special Education, and Early Childhood, Middle Grades.
Administrative Academy, 2004-2006, Bibb County Board of Education, Graduated July 2006.
Georgia College and State University, Administrative Leadership Certification, 2007
Experienced college and vocational teacher.
Served 20 years on city council.
Deeply committed to high quality education for children and adults.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong leadership skills; able to direct, organize and make decisions.
Motivational speaker.