Catalyst for Educational Change

Please join us in welcoming Christopher Collins to the Catalyst for Educational Change team!

Chris joins CEC today as a Strategic Advisor, bringing more than 33 years of K–12 education experience as a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, regional education director, and educational leader across northern Illinois.

Throughout his career, Chris has led school improvement efforts, developed leadership teams, strengthened PLC and MTSS systems, coached administrators, and redesigned alternative education programs. He also brings the valuable perspective of being a former CEC client, which gives him a deep understanding of our work and the impact it can have.

Known as a trusted advisor and skilled facilitator, Chris helps educators build the clarity, capacity, and systems needed to improve student outcomes. His experience supporting teachers, school leaders, and district teams will be a tremendous asset to CEC and to the schools and districts we serve.

We’re excited to learn from Chris’s expertise and grateful to have him as part of the team.

Welcome to CEC, Chris!

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to take a moment to recognize the educators we are honored to partner with every day.

Across the country, teachers show up with dedication, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to their students. You create classrooms where students feel seen, challenged, and supported. You adapt, problem solve, and continue to put students first no matter what the day brings.

At CEC, we have the privilege of working alongside educators who are constantly striving to grow their practice and create meaningful learning experiences. Your work matters, and the impact you make reaches far beyond the classroom.

Thank you for all that you do for your students, your schools, and your communities.