2024 Nominations for Administrator and Pathfinder Awards

Nominate a Colleague for a MassCUE Administrator or Pathfinder Award Do you know an exceptional educator who has made an impact in the field of educational technology? A current or former colleague who serves as a leader and an inspiration to others in their classroom, school or district? Nominate them for an Administrator or a Pathfinder award! Nominations are being accepted now for these awards, which are given out during the MassCUE Fall Conference in October. To submit a nomination, visit our Awards Committee page. Nominations must be submitted by June 21, 2024.   The Administrator Award will be presented to a school or district leader who models and promotes the effective use of technology in their day-to-day execution of duties; provides exceptional leadership in supporting the integration of technology into the curriculum; and promotes, models, and establishes policies for safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology. K-12 school teachers, technology coordinators and other educators are eligible to be recognized with the Pathfinder Award, which will be given to an educator who facilitates a positive change in technological thinking in their classroom, school, or district; demonstrates vision and leadership; influences other educators and promotes ethical and responsible use of technology.   More Information See past winners and get more information on awards criteria and nomination procedures in the Awards & Recognition Committee section of our website.

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I&A Update: Tools to Develop a School Safety Plan

May 2024 I&A Update: Tools to Develop a School Safety Plan For those who aren’t aware, the Cybersecurity and…

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BSU Instructional Technology Information Sessions 4/23, 4/30 or 5/9

Bridgewater State University Graduate Credit Information Sessions Interested in pursuing a certificate or license as…

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2024 MassCUE Election – Board Welcomes Newly Elected Members

MassCUE Board of Directors 2024 Election Results   MassCUE is pleased to announce the results of our April 2024 election. Two veteran members will continue their service with MassCUE, along with two new members for the 2024-2026 term. We would like to congratulate and welcome the following educators, who were elected by our members in voting that took place April 8-12, 2024. This group of professionals brings a wealth of experience, skills and expertise to MassCUE’s mission to educate, connect and inspire educators across the commonwealth. To learn more about our new members, visit the Board of Directors section of our website and click on the Board Members tab.

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Recording Available – Better Together: “AI” Virtual Panel Discussion

Watch the Recording AI: Impact on Education How can AI help and how can it impede learning? Does the…

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Join us for a CUEup April 25

Network with fellow edtech educators and enjoy a fun night out at our MassCUE CUEup on Thursday, April 25 from 5:00 to 8:00…

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2024 Classroom Grant Recipients

Congratulations to our 2024 Grant Recipients From drones, to podcasting, to laser cutting, educators from around the commonwealth will be introducing their…

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Register for the MassCUE Spring Conference

Register for the MassCUE Spring Conference Registration is open for the MassCUE Spring Conference. Set for Friday, May 31…

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MassCUE Board of Directors Election: Voting April 8th through April 12th

MassCUE Board of Directors Election: Voting Opens April 8th It’s election season at MassCUE! This spring, MassCUE members will elect four (4) members to the Board of Directors. Voting will take place from Monday, April 8 to Friday, April 12, 2024. A link for the ballot will be sent out to MassCUE members at that time. Your membership must be valid before April 1, 2024 in order to be eligible to vote. You may log in to your membership profile to make sure your membership is current. The MassCUE Board of Directors plays a key role in the strategic direction of the organization. This year we are pleased to announce we have five candidates running for the opportunity to share their time and talents with MassCUE. MEET THE CANDIDATES Joli Boucher Joli Boucher currently serves as the Elementary Library and Technology Department Head for the Plymouth Public Schools. She is a Google for Education Champion, a Google Trainer and Innovator, a leader of the GEG New England, a METAA CTO certificate holder, Apple Teacher, Seesaw Ambassador, Magic School Pioneer, Common Sense Media Educator, GoGuardian Teacher, Screencastify Genius, BrainPOP Educator, and more. With over 20 years of experience in education, Joli has shared her expertise as an instructional coach, graduate class instructor, a regional and national presenter, and a contributor to organizations including The Hechinger Report and ASCD Smart Brief. Joli received her BA in Elementary Education from Purdue University and her M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instructional Technology from Framingham State University. Megan Bounit Megan Bounit is an experienced school leader with two decades of work in independent, charter, and public PreK-12 and PreK-8 schools where she has engaged faculty, staff, administrators, and students and their families to extend the schools’ responsible and creative use of educational technology. As a lifelong learner, active community member, and School Reform Initiative-trained facilitator, she is deeply committed to her own professional development and personal growth, both as a leader in technology and as an advocate for equity, inclusion, and belonging in academic environments. Patient, positive, passionate, and enthusiastic, Megan strives to support diverse learners in the classroom and motivate and support educators and leaders in organizations whose missions aligns with her core values. Sarah Boyle Sarah Boyle is an enthusiastic Technology Integration Specialist who has been working at Milford Public Schools since 2014. She is a Google Certified Trainer, Seesaw Ambassador, and Pear Deck Coach. Sarah earned MEd degrees in Educational Technology and Teaching English as a Second Language and holds Massachusetts teaching licenses in Instructional Technology, English as a Second Language, and Elementary Education. She is also a visiting instructor at Framingham State University. Sarah is passionate about planning, creating, and delivering professional development opportunities focused on bringing technology into classrooms in purposeful ways to enhance learning. She also models best practices that ensure student access, engagement, and choice. Sarah has over 10 years of elementary classroom teaching experience where she pioneered integrating available technology devices and platforms into instruction and routines. Sarah is a born-and-raised farm girl from Maryland and currently lives in Massachusetts with her husband, two children, and their two dogs. Tina Mahaney Tina Mahaney is presently the Director of Technology for Gill-Montague Regional School District in Western Massachusetts. She is a MassCUE Administrator Award recipient in 2023 and has served in the role of technology director for various schools/districts for more than 20 years. Her work as an instructional technologist began with a degree from Teachers College, Columbia University in New York and continued with her doctoral studies at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. She has taught and worked as a technologist in higher education, post-secondary, vocational, and now K-12 – pursuing growth and learning in schools through the use of technology by design. Colleen Terrill Colleen Terrill is currently the Director of Innovative Learning and Technology for Mendon Upton Regional School District. She provides ongoing professional development for teachers in her district where she focuses on the importance of balance between technology and curriculum. Colleen is a regular presenter at regional and national conferences where she focuses on educational technology and leadership. She is a member of the MassCUE Board of Directors where she serves as co-chair of the Influence and Advocacy (I & A) Committee, co-chair of the Communications Committee and liaison for the Special Interest Group SCITT. She is also a member of the International Society for Technology Educators (ISTE) and MA Educational Technology Administrators Association (METAA) where she is also a Board member. She recently received her METAA CTO certificate.

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I&A Update: Support the Affordable Connectivity Program

April 2024 I&A Update: Support the Affordable Connectivity Program EducationSuperHighway continues to work to close the digital divide…

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Better Together: “AI” Virtual Panel Discussion – Registration Open

Virtual Panel Discussion AI: Impact on Education MassCUE is joining forces with educational organizations from across the commonwealth to…

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MassCUE’s New SIG: AI in Schools

Join AI in Schools — The Newest MassCUE Special Interest Group Explore the opportunities and challenges of AI in education…

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