AzTEA Innovation Award Winners for 2025

AZTEA believes a significant impact can be made at every educational level. Innovative leaders inspire change among all. We recognize educators, support personnel, administrators, and community members who have demonstrated exemplary commitment to educational technology in Arizona.

Congratulations to our 2025 AzTEA Innovation Award Winners!

Technology Coordinator

Caroline Marvin

Andrada Polytechnic High School
Vail Unified School District



Administrator

Kristy Braaksma



Knox Gifted Academy

Chandler Unified School District





Classroom Teacher

Melissa Dwyer

8th Grade Math Teacher
Esmond Station K-8
Vail Unified School District 


EdTech Specialist / Coach

Cris Bowen





Ed Tech Specialist/ Coach
Flagstaff Unified School District




Ruth Catalano Friend of Technology

Heather Zeigler

Flagstaff Unified School District