Full Name
Jen Thomas
School/Organization/Company
Portsmouth High School
Speaker Bio
Jen is a Library Media Specialist with a passion for educational technology and helping educators create engaging, student-centered learning experiences. Drawing on her experience in school libraries and instructional technology, she enjoys partnering with teachers to integrate technology in meaningful ways that support inquiry, creativity, collaboration, and digital citizenship.

A significant part of her work involves designing and facilitating professional learning that helps educators build confidence with technology and discover practical strategies they can immediately apply in their classrooms. She believes technology is most effective when it enhances learning, empowers students, and supports strong instructional practices.

Jen holds a B.A. in Music from Bates College, an M.A. in Musicology from Tufts University, and an M.S. in Library Science from Simmons University. She is a Google Certified Educator, Google Certified Coach, Google Certified Trainer, and Gemini Certified Educator. She is committed to helping schools thoughtfully leverage emerging technologies—including AI—to support teaching and learning.

Passionate about lifelong learning, Jen enjoys helping schools cultivate innovative, inclusive learning environments where both students and educators can thrive.
Jen Thomas