TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING EDUCATOR SPOTLIGHT

During the 2026 ITEEA Conference, the following outstanding Pennsylvania teachers, students, and programs which exemplify excellence in technology, engineering, and STEM education were recognized:

• Program Excellence Award - Manheim Township High School
• Teacher Excellence Award - Mark Kreisher (Muncy Jr./Sr. High School) and Catherine Parks (Lionville Middle School)
• Emerging Leader (EL) - Dina Dormer (West Chester Area School District)
• Public Understanding of Technology & Engineering Education Award - Molly Miller, DTE – (Millersville University)
• Maley Outstanding Graduate Student Citation - Madison E. Hansen (Millersville University)
• Maley Outstanding Undergraduate Student Citation - Bryce Reynolds (Millersville University)

During the 2026 PA-TSA and National TSA Conferences, the following advisors and student were recognized:

• Middle School Advisor of the Year – Timothy Dzurko (Park Forest Middle School)
• High School Advisor of the Year - Rachel Manack (Cambria Heights High School)
• PA-TSA Regional Coordinator of the Year - Mathew Rimbey (Stroudsburg Jr./Sr. High School)
• Elected to the National TSA Student Officer Team – Natalie Branstetter (State College High School)