Education Technology Leaders Join CoSN Leadership to Drive Strategic Growth and Impact in 2026–27

 

Washington, D.C. (April 8, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for School Networking today announced its 2026–27 Board of Directors. The Board includes 15 education technology experts from across the country dedicated to shaping CoSN’s mission and strategic direction.

“As CoSN looks ahead to 2026 and the launch of a new strategic plan, I have tremendous confidence in this Board’s ability to lead with both bold vision and deep commitment to our members,” said CoSN Board Chair Stacy Hawthorne, Ed.D., CETL®. “Together, this group is well-positioned to help CoSN continue delivering meaningful value — strengthening our community and advancing the responsible, safe, and effective use of education technology for learning.”

New Board members were elected or appointed by CoSN members in advance of its annual conference, CoSN2026: “Building What’s Next, Together,” taking place April 13–15 in Chicago, Illinois.

The conference focuses on advancing the knowledge and skills of K-12 education technology leaders — including CIOs/CTOs, superintendents, and solution providers — while addressing key topics such as cybersecurity, student data privacy, and the use of generative AI in schools to support safe and effective practices within the K-12 system.

CoSN 2026–27 Board of Directors

Board members serve a three-year term.

  • Stacy Hawthorne (Chair), Ed.D., CETL®, Executive Director, EdTech Leaders Alliance (OH)
  • Kelly May-Vollmar (Chair-Elect), Ed.D., Superintendent, Desert Sands Unified School District (CA)
  • Chantell Manahan (Treasurer), Ed.D., CETL®, Director of Technology, MSD of Steuben County Schools (IN)
  • Sarah Radcliffe (Secretary), CETL®, Director of Future-Ready Learning, School District of Altoona (WI)
  • Nathan Davidson, CETL®, Vice President of Partnerships, Five Star Technology Solutions (IN)
  • Patrick Devanney, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Partnerships, ClassLink (NY)
  • *Emily Dillard, Ed.D., CETL®, Chief Information Officer, Alexandria City Public Schools (VA)
  • Holly Doe, CETL®, District Instructional Coach, Maine School Administrative District 11 (ME)
  • Kris Hagel, CETL®, Chief Information Officer, Peninsula School District (WA)
  • John Harrington, CEO, Funds For Learning (OK)
  • Diana Hawari, CETL®, Chief Information Officer, Dysart Unified School District (AZ)
  • *David Jarboe, CETL®, CCRE, Director of Instructional Technology/STEAM/CTE, Harrison School District 2 (CO)
  • *Dwight R. Levens, Jr., CETL®, Chief Technology and Information Officer, Oakland Schools (MI)
  • Tony Schlorff, CETL®, Chief Financial and Integrated Services Officer, AASA, The School Superintendents Association (IL)
  • Chris Smallen, Ed.D., CETL®, Chief Technology Officer, Lenoir City Schools (TN)

*New Board members: Dwight R. Levens, Jr., and Emily Dillard were elected to three-year terms; David Jarboe was appointed to a two-year term.

CoSN greatly appreciates the work of retiring Board members: Diane Doersch (Past Board Chair), CETL®, Independent Consultant; Evangelina Rodriguez, CETL®, Chief Solutions Officer, K12 Insight (TX); and Lisa Spencer, Ed.D., CETL®, Technology Training and Multimedia Development Manager, Prince George’s Community College (MD).

Learn more about the CoSN Board of Directors at cosn.org/board.

Learn more about CoSN2026 at cosn.org/cosn-conferences.

Media are invited to attend the conference at no cost. To register, please contact email registration@cosn.org.

About CoSN
CoSN, the world-class professional association for K-12 education technology leaders, stands at the forefront of education innovation. We are driven by a mission to equip current and aspiring K-12 education technology leaders, their teams, and school districts with the community, knowledge, and professional development they need to cultivate engaging learning environments. Our vision is rooted in a future where every learner reaches their unique potential, guided by our community. CoSN represents over 13 million students and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. www.cosn.org

Media Contact: Makenzie Carlin, mcarlin@fratelli.com