Principal
Chad Kodama
Chad Kodama joined Tyee High School as principal in 2026.
Mr. Kodama brings deep experience as a school leader and educator. He served as principal of Sylvester Middle School beginning in fall 2022, after joining the school as assistant principal in 2018.
At Sylvester, Mr. Kodama helped lead a diverse school community with a focus on strong instruction, inclusive learning environments and meaningful support for students and families. He supported staff-led professional learning, helped develop and carry out a shared instructional vision, and strengthened transitions for incoming sixth-grade students.
Prior to Sylvester, Mr. Kodama served as assistant principal at Cedarhurst Elementary and as a school administrator and teacher in Seattle Public Schools.
Mr. Kodama holds a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Idaho and a master's degree from Seattle University. He earned his principal credentials from City University of Seattle.