The ETC Edna Dach Educator of the Year Award is presented to a classroom teacher and/or technology leader in an educational setting who works to promote technology in education through:

• leadership in educational technology,

• best practices relating to technology integration, and 

• professional development for teachers for integrating technology into the curriculum. 

• The nominee is a current member of Educational Technology Council of the ATA.  

• The application must include 2 letters of support (maximum two pages each) stating that the nominee is a professional worthy of being considered as an outstanding educator.

• The nominee has demonstrated leadership in educational technology.

• The nominee is committed to best practices relating to technology integration.

• The nominee is committed to continuing professional development in technology education.

• The nominee has contributed to the profession by providing professional development opportunities for teachers regarding integrating technology into the curriculum.

• The nominee has contributed to the profession by presenting at professional conferences.

• The nominee has contributed to the profession by publishing articles in print and/or through electronic media.

• The nominee’s work has had a significant impact on educational technology locally, provincially, nationally and/or internationally.

Deadline: midnight July 31, 2025