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Charles Williams

Assistant Principal
Michele Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School
Charles Williams has had a significant career in education spanning nearly 20 years, impacting students across K-12 as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal. His commitment to fairness and inclusivity is evident in his role as an equity champion with the Chicago Public Schools' equity offices. Charles hosts “The Counter Narrative Podcast” and previously co-hosted “Inside the Principal’s Office,” an educational show.
An accomplished author, Charles has authored a popular e-book, co-authored a best selling leadership book, contributed chapters to multiple books in the field, and is set to release another book by late 2024. His collaboration with organizations like Accutrain, Dave Burgess Consulting, Impact Truth, and School Pro K12 underscores his status as a prominent keynote speaker. Over the past five years, Charles has expanded his influence beyond the school building, presenting at numerous conferences, coaching school leaders, leading webinars, and conducting workshops throughout the United States and Canada. During this period, he has accumulated over 500 hours of material, impacting more than 5,000 educators.
Charles Williams is not just an educator; he is a visionary in the educational landscape, reshaping how learning is approached and celebrated.