Mike Rogers

Head of School

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Mike Rogers is an accomplished educational leader and non-profit executive based in Chicago. As the founder and Executive Director of the Chicago Education Partnership, Mike played a pivotal role in establishing the Moving Everest Charter School, which opened in 2015. Under Mike’s leadership, the school grew from serving 180 students and 18 staff members to a thriving K-8 institution with 750 students and 135 staff members. Mike has overseen all aspects of the school’s development, including strategic planning, curriculum design, teacher recruitment, financial management, and board governance. He is a proven fundraiser and continues to mentor principals and lead the board in advancing the school’s mission and vision.

Prior to founding Moving Everest Charter School, Mike served as Managing Director of Strategic Growth for By The Hand Club For Kids, where Mike helped create a partnership model for charter and after-school programs. He also held leadership roles as Principal of Wheaton Christian Grammar School, Vice President of Public Finance at First Trust Portfolios, Instructional Coordinator at Naperville North High School, and teacher at Geneva High School. Mike began his career as a teacher and coach and holds an M.A. in Educational Leadership from Aurora University and B.A. in Political Science from the University of Iowa.

For over 25 years, Mike Rogers has demonstrated a commitment to building strong educational institutions, developing successful programs, and growing teams of qualified staff who share the school’s mission. He is known for his strategic vision, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to Christ-centered education.

As next Head of School of Wheaton Academy, Mike Rogers is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Wheaton Academy and preparing the next generation for the future, even amid cultural challenges.