Jen Kohan gets #celebratED as the new  Head of Engagement at Health Innovation North West Coast! She’s also still leading their Coaching Academy, but this new role expands to a wider impact. She is also a coach for Open Circle Coaching, and she previously served as an Education Issues Specialist for Education Minnesota. We congratulate Jen in this new role, and we wish her all the best moving forward! Health Innovation North West Coast Open Circle Coaching Education Minnesota

Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt gets #celebratED for receiving the AASA & National PTA Excellence in Family Engagement Changemaker Award at the 2026 AASA National Conference on Education on Saturday, February 14 th  in Nashville! The award celebrates superintendents who integrate family engagement across every level and prove that family-school partnerships aren't an add-on, they're foundational to every child's success. We can’t think of a more apt description of this outstanding supe

Dr. Aaron Spence gets #celebratED for being named Executive Leader of the Year by the Loudoun County, Virginia Chamber of Commerce as part of its annual Community Leadership Awards. He serves as Superintendent of the Loudoun County, Virginia Public Schools. The award recognizes outstanding leaders who demonstrate exceptional vision, integrity, and commitment to strengthening the community. Aaron was selected for his dedicated leadership, focus on student success, and continue

Seth Westfall gets #celebratED as the new Director of Alternative Ed & Online Special Ed programs at Concordia University-Wisconsin! Previously, she served as an Assessment Specialist and Instructional Designer at Concordia, and as an Assistant Professor of General and Special Education for Alverno College in Milwaukee. We applaud her for all the ways she contributes to the profession, and we look forward to hearing more great things ahead! Press Release Concordia University-