eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators
Never before have educators been challenged and tested as they were, beginning in March 2020 and up until today, and never before has their resilience been more apparent. Administrators, technology leaders, classroom teachers, and educators in all roles have persevered as they taught each and every one of their students during a global pandemic.
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards program recognizes the determined efforts of these educators and highlights their exemplary efforts and dedication to teaching and learning.
eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators
These 11 eSN Hero Awards finalists have prioritized digital literacy, mental health, real-world learning, and student success
eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 10 dedicated educators
These eSN Hero Awards finalists have prioritized equity and inclusion, literacy, SEL, and student success
This heroic superintendent won’t quit in the pursuit of district excellence
Learn how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner ensures that each and every students thrives in the district
How one hero educator gives students workforce skills and experience
Learn how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner emphasizes workforce readiness through hands-on learning and industry experiences
How a true teacher hero advocates for student equity and belonging
Learn how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner ensures that each and every student feels they have a place in school
And the winners of the 2023 K-12 Hero Awards are…
The three winners of the eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards showcase the exceptional efforts of educators, schools, and districts across the U.S.
Dedication to STEM learning makes this eSN Hero Awards winner a standout leader
Her belief in edtech and a strong STEM foundation is helping underserved students excel and envision their future
Secure network access led to successful learning initiatives for this eSN Hero Awards winner
This IT leader's innovative leadership led to reduced learning loss and enhanced security
17 Hero Awards finalists demonstrate their commitment to education
Hero Awards finalists have prioritized student safety, student learning, SEL and mental health, and network security
Future strategies for today’s schools
Where is education headed as pandemic-related interruptions dwindle--and where can you find inspiration as you outline your school's priorities?
How this eSN Hero Awards winner helps at-risk students turn their lives around
Through her work in a specialized learning center, this educator's dedication to helping troubled students sets her apart
Hero Awards finalists: 18 schools and educators dedicated to learning
Hero Awards finalists have prioritized student safety, student learning, SEL and mental health, and network security
Meet the 2022 K-12 Hero Awards winners!
Winners of the eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards showcase the exceptional efforts of schools and districts across the U.S.
eSN K-12 Hero Awards Program nominee: Spotlight on Green Bay Area Public School District
eSchool News Editor-at-Large Kevin Hogan interviews Hero Awards nominee Amy Sterckx of Green Bay Area Public School District and Axel Zimmermann of JAR Systems in his weekly podcast, Innovations in Education
eSN K-12 Hero Awards Program nominee: Spotlight on FLVS
eSchool News Editor-at-Large Kevin Hogan interviews Hero Awards nominee Kelly Goodman of Florida Virtual School and Jim McClurkin of SAP Concur in his weekly podcast, Innovations in Education
How 3 past Hero Awards winners navigated COVID
In its second year, the eSchool News Hero Awards Program honors the exceptional efforts of schools and districts across the U.S. as education forges ahead in a global pandemic
Equitable access to digital tools became this district’s COVID learning goal
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Learn how this IT team increased teacher support and Google visibility
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Turning data into action during COVID
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
An existing video tool was the golden ticket for this district’s pandemic plan
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
In this district, 1:1 device access became a pandemic reality
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Mental health, student well-being remain a top priority in this district
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
This district’s dedication to digital tech carried students through COVID
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Data-driven decisions remained a top priority for this district despite COVID’s obstacles
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
How one educator made computer science a “must” during COVID
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
How did this district’s leaders champion literacy during remote learning?
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
A Texas district manages major modernizations and upgrades–all during COVID
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
A district gets creative as it distributes iPads to students during lockdown
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Learn how this state school admin prioritized mental health and physical safety for all students
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Communication and teacher appreciation took top priority in this district’s COVID strategy
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
This S.C. district leader made student safety and mental health a top focus during COVID
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Fresno USD’s personalized, blended approach carried students through COVID
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Fort Worth ISD didn’t let COVID derail students’ postsecondary success plans
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
This district’s 1:1 program led to high-quality virtual learning
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Coachella Valley makes distanced 1:1 device access a top pandemic priority
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Clint ISD’s communication system proved invaluable during virtual learning
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
COVID didn’t delay this school’s STEAM pathways program
The eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards, sponsored by Trox, highlights inspiring examples of education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Heroes at Work: How San Diego USD made PD a pandemic priority
Educators and school leaders in the San Diego Unified School District changed gears quickly to focus on teacher PD, support, and student engagement as learning went virtual
Heroes at Work: Navajo Prep goes all-in on internet access during pandemic learning
Navajo Preparatory School, one of three winners in the eSchool Media K-12 Hero Awards program, committed to remote internet access for all students--not an easy feat for a rural and far-reaching campus
Heroes at Work: Brevard Public Schools maintains cybersecurity awareness during pandemic learning
