Dr. Dana Chen

Dr. Dana Chen is a Virginia-based educator with more than 20 years of experience in K–12 education. As an principal, she has dedicated her career to addressing chronic absenteeism, strengthening school improvement efforts, and designing professional learning that empowers educators. With a doctorate in Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University, she brings research-based solutions and practical strategies that help schools foster belonging, improve attendance, and support measurable student outcomes. Learn more about Dana here.