Here is some more information on this linking word. Note the use of punctuation.
Linking word: Thus
Meaning: To talk about the effect of something; what happened because of another action
Common use 1: Connects within a sentence
Grammar: Complete clause + comma + linking word + complete clause
Example: The quality of state education is declining, thus many parents are sending their children to private school.
Common error: The quality of state education is declining thus, many parents are sending their children to private school.