Six Educators to Lead National Conversation on AI in Schools as ISTE+ASCD Announces 2026-27 Voices of Change Fellows

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Six K-12 educators have been selected as the 2026-27 ISTE+ASCD Voices of Change Fellows, a program that gives teachers and school leaders a national platform to share how they are integrating artificial intelligence and technology into their classrooms, the organization announced today.

“These six exceptional educators are already guiding their communities toward innovative practices that will define the future of learning,” said [Program Editor Name], program editor for the fellowship. “Their voices are critical as we navigate a time when AI and technology are fundamentally changing what it means to teach and learn.”

The fellows were chosen from a competitive pool of applicants who submitted proposals detailing how they are tackling challenges such as reimagining instructional approaches, roles, and systems to meet modern demands. Their first-person essays and multimedia stories will be published on EdSurge throughout the 2026-27 academic year.

To learn more about the fellowship’s purpose and impact, read the Background section below.

Background

The ISTE+ASCD Voices of Change Fellowship was created to empower the people closest to the classroom to lead the conversation on technology’s role in education. Since its inception, the program has amplified the experiences of educators navigating rapid shifts in digital learning.

Fellows contribute regular content to EdSurge, a leading education news outlet, sharing real-time insights on how schools are adapting to AI tools, personalized learning platforms, and evolving instructional roles. The 2026-27 cohort marks the sixth group of educators selected for this honor.

For details on what this year’s selection means for the broader education landscape, see What This Means.

What This Means

The selection of these six fellows signals a growing urgency to include practitioner voices in national conversations about educational technology, especially as AI reshapes classroom dynamics. Their stories will offer a frontline perspective on how schools can balance innovation with equity and practicality.

“By highlighting real-world experiences, the fellowship helps other educators see what’s possible and encourages them to take their own next steps,” said [Education Policy Expert Name], a senior analyst at the Center for Digital Learning. “This is not just about technology; it’s about redefining teaching for a new era.”

The 2026-27 fellows will also contribute to a growing body of evidence that can inform school district policies and professional development programs across the country.

Meet the 2026-27 Fellows

The six educators selected bring diverse backgrounds from elementary to high school settings, with expertise ranging from coding integration to inclusive tech design. Their biographies will be published on the ISTE+ASCD website in the coming weeks.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.