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Board of Directors

VSTE New and Returning Board Members Elected

May 16, 2023

VSTE is pleased to welcome five newly elected members to the VSTE Board of Directors. Board members are elected to serve three-year terms and are eligible to run for one-second term on the board.  Two of these members, Heather O’Brien and Chanel Alford, have been re-elected to serve a second term. Tina Coffey ran for election after serving on the Board last year as an appointee for Region 6. VSTE by-laws allow for an appointee to ensure statewide representation on the Board. JB Reynolds and Daniel Vanover are being elected to their first term on the board.

Chanel Alford
Technology Integration Specialist
Alexandria City Public Schools

VSTE is the voice for all educators in Virginia, and the organization sets the stage for new trends and technological advancements in classrooms. My vision for VSTE is that the organization continues to lead the way for education in Virginia by continuing to offer new professional development opportunities which will help educators to learn and implement new skills to improve their students' instructional experiencesIt is also my hope that VSTE will continue to pursue equity in all districts in technology access, training, and partnerships.

Tina Coffey
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher
Roanoke County Public Schools

VSTE has had a profound impact on me in my role as an educator and ITRT. I would like to see VSTE continue to provide professional development, resources, advocacy, and community to other educators in Virginia. I believe that it is important to have all eight VDOE Superintendent’s regions represented on the board so that all VSTE members throughout Virginia have a voice in how their organization is run.

Heather O’Brien
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher
Culpeper County Public Schools

As a teacher in a rural district, I see the ever-pressing need to advocate for greater accessibility for our students. As the recent coronavirus pandemic has shown, there is great inequality between urban, suburban, and rural access to broadband services. To meet the demands of the future and provide for the promise embodied in the state’s Profile of a Graduate, VSTE needs to be an advocate for struggling communities throughout the Commonwealth. My vision for VSTE is to empower teachers with the knowledge and ability to provide a stimulating academic environment with challenging student-centered experiences that result in creative learning experiences.

JB Reynolds
Instructional Facilitator
Loudoun County Public Schools

As a VSTE board member, I will advocate for new and emerging tools as well as build networks for collaboration. Through designing, organizing, and facilitating events such as local, statewide, and online opportunities, I am committed to expanding the impact VSTE has on education in the state.  I am energized by forming strong relationships and recognizing their value in bringing about the engagement of others as agents of change.

Daniel Vanover
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher
Wise County Public Schools

VSTE has always been a beacon for guiding and supporting Virginia's educators and students in educational technology and its ever-growing place within our profession. As a VSTE Board Member, I would work to ensure that light continues to shine. I want to do all I can to help the organization grow and reach more educators through outreach and communication. I would also work to provide more opportunities for professional development through these channels which in turn would help to encourage growth of membership among Virginia's educators and school administrators.

 

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VSTE Welcomes New and Returning Board Members

May 25, 2022

a blue apple with a green leaf and brown stemFive candidates have been elected to the VSTE Board of Directors for the 2022-2025 term. Three are new members while two are returning for a second term. You can learn more about each Board member below.

 

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Heather Askea

Instructional Technology Coordinator

The University of Virginia's College at Wise

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Dani Hall

Coordinator of Instructional Technology

Prince William County Public School

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Patrick Hausammann

Supervisor of Instructional Technology/ITRT

Clarke County Public Schools

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Wanda Parker

Manager, Service Desk, Desktop Support and Telecommunications

Richmond City Public Schools

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Lucy Spencer

Learning Technology Integrator

Albemarle County Public Schools, Baker-Butler Elementary and Broadus Wood Elementary Schools

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VSTE Welcomes New Staff

May 19, 2022

The Board of Directors of the Virginia Society for Technology in Education is pleased to announce the selection of two new staff members. Rod Carnill has been appointed as Executive Director. Ashley Clarke will be serving as Assistant to the Director. 

Rod Carnill recently retired from Frederick County Public Schools where he served as the supervisor of instructional technology coaches. He recently served for two years (2018-2020) as the Chair of the Board of Directors for the Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE). He was also an adjunct professor for Shenandoah University teaching Educational Technology Applications and Online Learning courses for pre-service and K-12 teachers. He now supports the SU Children’s Literature Conference as a technical advisor and webinar administrator. With over thirty years experience as an educator focused on literacy and the effective use of technology, Rod still finds it rewarding to help others make great things happen for learners. He is now focusing his efforts supporting professional learning, teacher and student advocacy and educational project management. 

Ashley Clarke serves as Executive Assistant to the Dean Of Faculty/Superintendent for Academics at Virginia Military Institute. Ashley has worked with faculty and students in K-12 supporting educational technology at Jackson River Technical Center and Alleghany High School where she assisted faculty, staff, and students with their technology needs. While at AHS, she aided with the implementation of New Tech in the classrooms through the use of Chromebooks and educational apps. Ashley has worn a variety of other hats in her career including senior sponsor, head varsity cheer coach, co-teacher, SPED teacher assistant, administrative assistant, Freshman Transition Team member, computer lab manager, 1:1 Initiative Team member, and Project Based Learning Manager. Ashley’s true passion is helping students of all ages be successful whether in a general education or trade/CTE classroom setting. She loves seeing students reach their full potential.

“VSTE has been a dynamic part of the educational landscape of Virginia since its inception.  It has grown through the hard work and expertise of its leadership. The Board of Directors is excited for this new chapter of the organization and is eager to begin working with Rod and Ashley as we move into this new season.  We honor our history but happily look to the future as we poise the organization for growth and change to better serve our membership and the students of the Commonwealth,” said Heather Askea, VSTE’s Board Chair. 

Rod and Ashley will begin their tenure on July 1, 2022, upon the retirement of the current Executive Director, Dr. Karen Richardson. 

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Board Candidates for 2022

April 18, 2022

a blue apple with a green leaf and brown stemForgot to vote? We've extended the election for just one day. Ballot will close at midnight, May 16, 2022.

 

Six candidates are running for five open seats on the Board of Directors for the 2022 - 2025 term. The VSTE Board of Directors provides leadership and direction to the organization. The election runs from April 18, 2022 until May 15 2022.

Click on the links below to review each candidate's information. Then use the link at the bottom of the page to access the ballot. You must be logged in to the Members' area of the website in order to access the ballot. Only members in good standing for at least ten days prior to the election are eligible to vote. Use the lost password link to retrieve your password. If you have any issues, contact us for help.

 

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Heather Askea

Instructional Technology Coordinator

The University of Virginia's College at Wise

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Dani Hall

Coordinator of Instructional Technology

Prince William County Public School

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Patrick Hausammann

Supervisor of Instructional Technology/ITRT

Clarke County Public Schools

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Amy Jackson

Supevisor, Educational Technology & Programs

Arlington Public Schools

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Wanda Parker

Manager, Service Desk, Desktop Support and Telecommunications

Richmond City Public Schools

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Lucy Spencer

Learning Technology Integrator

Albemarle County Public Schools, Baker-Butler Elementary and Broadus Wood Elementary Schools

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Click here to access the ballot.

To access the ballot, you must first log into the Members section of the VSTE site (If you get a 404 error when clicking on the ballot link, you are not logged in). Use the Lost Password link on the login page if you've forgotten your password.

Thank you for participating in the VSTE Board of Directors election.

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Board Candidate – Dani Hall

April 18, 2022

Photo of Dani HallDani Hall

Coordinator of Instructional Technology
Prince William County Public School

Educational Leadership

I am the Coordinator of Instructional Technology for Prince William County Public Schools, where I collaborate with instructional technology coaches, teachers, curriculum supervisors, and district leaders to help lead technology integration in our division. I have led projects that have created innovation, engagement, and empowerment for our teachers and students focused on research-based instructional strategies. I have been an Instructional and Special Education Leader, Instructional Technology Coordinator, and Acting Administrator for Arlington County Public Schools. I am the North TIER representative for Prince William County and serve on the VSTE exhibit hall committee.

Vision for VSTE

Over the next three years, I would like to continue the work helping to grow the VSTE brand making VSTE the technology resource for not just instructional coaches but all educators in the state of Virginia. As VSTE is about connection, collaboration, and professional learning for educators, it also advocates that students all over the state have equitable access to meaningful learning opportunities. Building the VSTE community where educators can grow and develop new collaborations will strengthen instructional practice and create a thriving future for our students. Finally, I would like to see the VSTE conference continue to be innovative and provide first-class professional learning around educational technology.

Biographical Sketch

I have worked in education for over 25 years, as a Special Education Teacher, Instructional Technology Coordinator, Administrator, and Adjunct Professor. I have a B.S in Speech Pathology and Audiology, an M.Ed. in Special Education with a concentration in Assistive Special Education Technology, and an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership. I am a lifelong learner and enjoy the challenge of learning new things. I am currently in the portfolio phase of my ISTE certification, an Apple Learning Coach, Discovery Educator, SMART Exemplary Educator, a BrainPOP Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator, Google Educator, and a Flipgrid Educator. In my free time, I enjoy attending my son's sports and drama events and going to the beach and Disney World with my family.

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