Rod Atkins is the school leader for Voyageur/Consortium Academies, a cherished role for 15 years.  He is a dynamic mixture of the business and educational fields.  He wholeheartedly believes in the philosophy of servant leadership. That is, the schools and staff are here to serve the educational needs of the students and their families.  The three pillars that he emphasizes include teamwork, professionalism, and communications.

Mr. Atkins has more than 15 years of educational leadership as a principal and superintendent.  In total, he has had previous direct affiliation with more than seven schools. Previously, Rod held executive positions managing national and international affairs with General Motors for 15 years at the following divisions: Truck & Bus, GMC, & Pontiac.

Formally, he is in near completion of his doctorate (EMU), and has completed the educational degrees of Specialist (EMU), Master's in Education Leadership.  In business, Mr. Atkins has earned his Masters in Business Administration MBA (U of D), and his bachelors in Marketing/Business (MSU).