Michael Boraz

Cahn Fellow 2018

Principal, Lincoln Park High School

Chicago, Illinois

Michael Boraz has been the principal of Lincoln Park High School in Chicago since 2010. Under Michael’s leadership, LPHS has increased enrollment in AP and IB courses by more than 30%, resulting in more than 900 students taking at least one college level course last year. LPHS students also excel in the Performing Arts. All students are encouraged to give the Arts a try, resulting in nearly 50% of LPs 2100 students participating in at least one performing group. The LP leadership team’s ongoing mission is to increase equitable outcomes for all students. Michael received his BA in Economics and MA in Education w. Certification from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. He obtained his educational leadership credential through New Leaders for New School, Chicago cohort 3.