Celebrating its 12th year, the US-based program is the largest recognition program in all of education technology, recognizing the biggest names in edtech – and those who soon will be.
“As events unfold on the world stage that seem to inch ever closer to a precipice unknown, we are reminded that the leaders and innovators of education technology have always worked on the edge” said Victor Rivero, who as Editor-in-Chief of EdTech Digest, oversees the program.
“The future-focused work they do is inspired by the infinite potential of all people to learn and thrive. It’s pushed forward by the human spirit. It’s the light that even through the darkest times always shines through,” Rivero said.
This year’s finalists and winners were narrowed from the larger field and judged based on various criteria, including: pedagogical workability, efficacy and results, support, clarity, value and potential.
“806 Technologies is not just about technology. It’s about helping schools transform. With innovation inside our schools, we can directly impact student outcomes. We are a service and support organization that happens to make software,” said Ross Laughter, CEO of 806 Technologies.
806 Technologies placed as finalist in the following categories:
- The EdTech Cool Tech Awards
- Category: Administrative Solution
- Title1Crate & Product Suite
- The EdTech Cool Tech Awards
- Category: Administrative Solution
- The EdTech Leadership Awards
- Category: Founder(s) / CEO
- Ross Laughter, Chief Executive Officer of 806 Technologies
- The EdTech Leadership Awards
- Category: Visionary
- Lesli Laughter, Chief Academic Officer of 806 Technologies
ABOUT 806 TECHNOLOGIES
806 Technologies is an education software company dedicated to creating a world of innovative schools by streamlining administrative paperwork. 806 Technologies offers LEA administrators a full suite of software solutions, including Plan4Learning, Title1Crate, SCE Crate, SpEd Crate, and Safety Crate. Our educators provide professional learning on improvement planning and strategic planning to free up more time in administrators’ days so that they can get back to focusing on what matters most – their students.
ABOUT EDTECH DIGEST AND THE EDTECH AWARDS
EdTech Digest, a leading source of cool tools, interviews, and trends showcasing the future of learning — annually honors the best and brightest people, products and groups working in edtech with The EdTech Awards. Cool Tool, Leadership, and Trendsetter honorees span the K-12, Higher Ed, and Skills & Workforce sectors.
