Our Mission

      Dr. Deidre Reid-Thomas, Founder and Director, of Thomas Ed Learning Center has 18+ years of experience in the field of Education. Her Bachelors degree in Biomedical Sciences, from the University of South Florida, led her into teaching Math and Science at the middle school level and Chemistry at the high school Level. During this time she went on to earn a Masters and Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Lynn University, serving as a Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED) Fellow. She furthered her career to affect the lives of students, teachers and the local community for 10 years as a local high school Assistant Principal.

      Dr. Reid-Thomas holds firm to the philosophy that one must see the child first by meeting their socio-emotional needs. Educating the whole child benefits us all as we produce individuals who are able to flourish in society as empathetic conscious beings, who are able to communicate effectively in a global society. This approach is not a “one size fits all” and therefore a non-traditional setting such as Thomas Ed lends itself to supporting students and pushing them to achieve new heights in their academic career.

FLDOE Certifications:

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP (ALL LEVELS)

MATHEMATICS (GRADES 5-9)

CHEMISTRY (GRADES 6-12)

GENERAL SCIENCE (GRADES 5-9)

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (ALL LEVELS)

David I Muir is a serial entrepreneur, photo artist, author, and community leader. 

Muir’s art, imbued with his special love for candid, cultural, and lifestyle photography, is as much a reflection of his passionate spirit as it is a tribute to his Caribbean roots. He uses his lens to reflect the triumphant in the everyday, establishing a sense of possibility and renewed potential. His fascination for seeking understanding within still moments culminates in his collections, “Portraitic Perspectives”, “Reggae Reel” and “Pieces of Jamaica”.

Notably, his collection “Pieces of Jamaica” was critically acclaimed, prompting national and international exhibition tours. In 2012, the exhibitions were compiled into a coffee-table book titled "Pieces of Jamaica™: The Real Rock Edition". Subsequently, in 2022, with assistance from the team at Island Syndicate, a sequel, “Pieces of Jamaica™: Jamrock Edition”, was published. This equally fascinating book further underscored Jamaica's cultural richness and vibrant charm.

Beyond his artistic endeavors, Muir’s contributions to society and arts are significant. He is co-founder, immediate past president, and board member at Island SPACE, an impact organization that promotes excellence in arts and culture representing the Caribbean. Muir along with the team at Island SPACE established the first Caribbean Museum, celebrating the common heritage of Caribbean nations. Muir’s community service spans multiple local advisory boards in areas as diverse as nonprofits, community advocacy, and arts organizations.

Muir has been recognized as one of South Florida’s 100 Most Accomplished Caribbean Americans and as one of South Florida's Most Powerful & Influential Black Business Leaders. Cities of Sunrise and Lauderhill have honored him for his valuable art contributions, and he has received multiple award nominations for his work in photography. His accolades include being awarded Photo Journalist of the year by the Black Owned Media Alliance (BOMA) and receiving a Charlie Award for photography from the Florida Magazine Association (FMA).