Administration
SueAnna Thomas, Principal
Howdy! My name is SueAnna Thomas and I am thrilled to be a part of the Jacob's Well Elementary Ranger family. Education has been a part of my life, my whole life. My grandfather taught in a one-room schoolhouse, my mother was a school nurse, my sister is an incredible 5th grade teacher, my brother-in-law retired from a career as a CTE Coordinator, my father-in-law is a retired superintendent, and my niece is a music teacher. I have 32 years of personal experience in education. I have taught first, second, third, and fourth grade in Crowley, Forney, Las Cruces, Hays, and Dripping Springs. I was Scudder's assistant principal for 6 years where I was Awarded Region 13's Assistant Principal of the Year Award in 2018.
I am a wife, mom, Aggie, sister, aunt, and daughter-in-law. Brad, my husband of 29 years, is the reason for all the different locations of my teaching jobs! We have lived in Dripping Springs since 2003 and are here for life. Rob, our son, graduated from Texas A&M (whoop!) with a degree in petroleum engineering and a business minor.
I believe every child is unique and can learn. Often the time, process, and resources a child needs to learn are different from their peers. It is my job as an educator, and the leader of Jacob's Well, to help find the ways, and create the environment, in which every child will feel safe and be able to reach their highest potential academically, socially, and emotionally. I want children to embrace learning and take risks everyday as we prepare them for the future. At the same time I want children to be children - allowing them to explore and play is an important part of who they are now and who they will become. Parents are invited on this incredible journey as families and schools working together is when the magic happens and students achieve their highest potential.
I always have an open door and a listening ear to your ideas of what our school, and you, may need. Never hesitate to reach out as I sincerely believe it takes all of us to create the best experience for our students, staff, families, and community. I look forward to an incredible year!
Rangers RISE!
Marlayna Zachary, Assistant Principal
Hi, I am Marlayna Zachary. I am so excited about starting my 4th year as part of Jacob's Well Elementary and the Ranger Community! My path to becoming an educator began as a young child. When asked what I wanted to be when I grew up, my answer was always a teacher. I never thought of doing anything else! My parents encouraged my passion, allowing me to set up a classroom in our home and I made my sisters pretend to be my students. They were thrilled! I come to JWE with over 20 years of experience in education. I have taught a range of grades and subjects in Austin ISD and Hays ISD. I have also been an Instructional Coach and Mentor for new teachers.
I am a boy's mom. I have two sons who keep me on my toes. They are starting 5th and 3rd grade. I have been married to my husband, John, for 12 years. He is a chef and Director of dining services in the senior living industry. My sisters, their families, my parents and I all live in the same neighborhood in Kyle. It is a blessing to have my family so close.
As an Assistant Principal, I aspire to contribute to our school culture and climate that promotes student learning in an academically, socially and emotionally safe environment. Parents and schools working together creates the foundation for each child to reach their highest potential. It is my job and goal to ensure that all student's needs are met and that their passions are celebrated.
I am looking forward to another incredible year at JWE and working with students, staff, families, and the community. Please reach out for any reason. I am always here to listen and work together for the well-being of our school and community.