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Dr. Richard DuFour
Born	(1947-09-23)September 23, 1947
Died	February 8, 2017(2017-02-08) (aged 69) Forest, Virginia
Known for	Educational research School administration
Spouse	Rebecca DuFour

Richard DuFour (September 23, 1947 – February 8, 2017) was an American educational researcher noted for developing strategies to create collaborative teaching environments in K–12 schools.

Career

DuFour was principal of Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, from 1983 to 1991, and district superintendent from 1991 to 2002. During his tenure, Stevenson High School became the only public high school in Illinois recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School four times.^[1][2]

Following his career at Stevenson, DuFour authored many books and articles and became an education consultant through Solution Tree.^[3] He consulted to school districts, professional organizations, universities, and depar