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Aldine ISD Leaders Honored With Prestigious Statewide Technology Awards

The Texas Education Technology Leaders (TETL) company acknowledged the Aldine ISD Technology Department and Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney for their development, leadership, and dedication to using innovation to transform education at the 2025 TETL Summer Conference at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott.

The Aldine ISD Technology Department, under the direction of Chief information technology Officer Adam Galvan, earned the 2025 TETL TEAM Award for exceptional district-wide technology management. Galvan and his group were acknowledged for their management in developing technology systems that are robust, secure, and perfectly incorporated into day-to-day educational practices.

« Through a shared commitment to their core objective-‘assist trainees learn, support teachers so they can teach, and ensure student and staff information stays safe’-this group has carried out visionary and impactful technology efforts that have actually reshaped mentor and discovering throughout the district’s 80 campuses, » Greg Grimes, TETL Board Chair-Elect stated. « From a district-wide implementation of more than 30,000 interactive touchscreen gadgets- intentionally selected to support hands-on learning and accommodate varied knowing styles-to the effective launch of MagicSchool AI, an ingenious tool providing personalized, instant feedback for trainees, the team has actually set a brand-new standard for lining up innovation with direction. »

The Technology Team was acknowledged for its careful preparation, robust device management, targeted staff training, and seamless combination of innovation into everyday practice-creating available and improving discovering environments for every student.

« This group exemplifies the really best of what the TETL TEAM Award represents, and we are honored to acknowledge their management, development, and service to the trainees, personnel, and families of Aldine ISD, » Grimes stated.

The Technology Department would not be what it is today without the vision and leadership of Aldine ISD’s Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney.

Each year, TETL honors a superintendent who exemplifies visionary leadership and a strong dedication to using innovation to transform education. Dr. Goffney was for her strong and transformative leadership in a district where over 91% of trainees are financially disadvantaged and almost half are emerging bilingual students.

Dr. Goffney was called the recipient of the 2025 Empowered Superintendent Award. Under her management, Aldine ISD has actually made significant progress in closing the digital divide by ensuring that every trainee has access to gadgets, web connection, and important digital knowing tools. These efforts have not just improved scholastic outcomes however have likewise laid the groundwork for long-term equity and quality in teaching and knowing.

« Dr. Goffney is a catalyst for systemic change, » Grimes said. « Her vision and determination have actually allowed Aldine ISD to build an inclusive and innovative academic environment where all students can grow, despite socioeconomic status. »

Both awards highlight Aldine ISD’s district-wide dedication to utilizing innovation as an effective tool for change, equity, and trainee success. To learn more on the Empowered Superintendent and TEAM Awards, see www.tetl.org.