About
Dr. Chad Dumas is a Solution Tree associate and international educational consultant, presenter, and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement.
Having been a successful teacher, principal, central office administrator, professional developer and consultant in a variety of school districts, he brings his passion, knowledge, and skills to his writing and speaking as he engages participants in meaningful and practical learning.
By seamlessly weaving engaging stories with education research and offering hands-on tools with clear processes, Chad offers readers and audiences useful knowledge and skills they can implement immediately.
The results of Chad’s work speak for themselves.
One district was identified as “Persistently Lowest Achieving” upon his arrival, and within a few years — by applying the principles of this book — multiple schools were recognized as National PLC Models for improving student learning.
Chad has served on and led accreditation visits for Cognia around the United States and world, presented nationally and internationally, collaborated with school boards, intermediate service agencies, state departments of education, and professional associations, and trained as an agency trainer for Adaptive Schools.
To learn more about Chad’s work and to contact him about consulting or speaking, please visit:
Visionary Leader
"Chad is a true visionary leader. He assessed the needs and realities of the district and then implemented research-informed practices to support our work in professional learning communities. Chad transformed a small district in the middle of the Midwest into a model for increasing student achievement."
- Alicia Davis, teacher @ Lincoln Public Schools
Excellent Facilitator
"Chad Dumas is an excellent facilitator. He is knowledgeable about group dynamics and has carefully woven that knowledge into his skill-set to successfully work with diverse groups. Chad is proficient at helping groups build consensus and make decisions. He is a strategic thinker and always focused on meeting goals and objectives. I have known and worked with Chad on many projects in education and I know he will be an excellent consultant for your projects."
- Jay Sears, Director of Teaching & Learning @ Nebraska State Education Association, retired
Tremendous Asset
"Dr. Dumas is a tremendous asset to the field of education. His creativity and ability to see the positive in situations made it a joy to work with him. I would highly recommend collaborating with Dr. Dumas for your education needs!"
- Debbie Schraeder, Educational Consultant @ ESU 3