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Mike Dawson, EdD

Strong Schools Director

Dr. Mike Dawson is the proud father of three children: Emma, Jack and Christian. Mike and Wendy are college sweethearts and following a life motto of, “see a need, fill a need”.  Mike recently retired after more than 25 years of public-school education, most recently serving as the Executive Director of Instructional Services for the Branson School District. Mike’s passion is to create school structures and systems to ensure all students can succeed. He is honored to partner with Good Dads to promote parent engagement within schools throughout the region. Mike earned his doctorate degree from the University of Arkansas.