Alaska’s classrooms are constantly evolving, and at the forefront of this change are passionate leaders who leverage technology to ignite student learning. The ASTE Leadership Awards recognize these individuals – educators, administrators, tech specialists, and even students – for their outstanding contributions that are shaping the future of education in Alaska.
Do you know someone who exemplifies this dedication? Nominate them today and celebrate their transformative impact.
ASTE Leadership Award Nominations
ASTE Student Award Nominations
The ASTE Student Leadership Awards go beyond simply recognizing outstanding achievement and leadership. By honoring the innovative work of students who leverage technology to enhance learning and inspire others, we cultivate future leaders in Alaska. These awards not only celebrate the accomplishments of these students, but also inspire others to embrace technology and step into the role of a young leader.
- Elementary School Student of the Year
- Middle School Student of the Year
- High School Student of the Year
- Higher Education Student of the Year
Making IT Happen
The Making It Happen award honors outstanding educators and leaders who demonstrate extraordinary commitment, leadership, courage and persistence in improving digital learning opportunities for students.
The Making IT Happen award honors outstanding educators and leaders who demonstrate extraordinary commitment, leadership, courage and persistence in improving digital learning opportunities for students. (Previous Considerations) Note:This is an ASTE Board Nomination but does not need to be connected to ASTE in any way, just deserving of the recognition.
Award recipients are educators who:
- Apply available technology now.
- Move forward and don’t look back.
- See students as real people.
- Teach through relationships, inspiring, encouraging and nurturing.
- Recognize that further change is necessary, but understand that it is a process.
- Realize that teacher empowerment is the key element to technology integration.
- Expect success.
- Motivate through awareness and access to information.
- Demonstrate a lifetime commitment to helping others understand and use technology.
- Impact students, teachers, and schools beyond the classroom.




