About me
Chad Thomas is the Director of School Leader Engagement for Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the former principal of Sullivan High School. Recognized for his transformative work in restorative practices and behavioral health—as featured on NPR’s This American Life and in the book Refugee High—Chad is dedicated to uplifting school leaders and fostering cultures of belonging. He specializes in bridging the gap between district policy and school-level wellness to ensure every educator and student is "ready to learn."