John's insightful writing is filled with honesty and passion that is easy to be inspired by. The manner in which he challenges himself pushes me to challenge myself.

As a teacher, I would want to work for Joe. As a parent, I would want my kids to be in Joe's school. His dedication to building strong community partnerships between parents and school serves as a model to all school leaders. In addition, Joe is a connected educator that shares his work for all to learn and grow from.

Anyone that has worked with Adam or simply sat and talked to him know he is a true innovator. His dedication to providing an amazing resource such as EduClipper is second to none. All who work with Adam or have the opportunity to hear him speak are transformed by his work and his message.

Without hesitation, Audrey is the one blogger/writer, that I can't get enough of. Her writing and analysis of all things education are insightful and critical. She doesn't hesitate to challenge the traditional elements of education while pointing out the hypocrisy that often prevails within our system.

Steve Dembo is the reason I am a connected educator and I credit him for much of my own professional growth. He inspired me several years ago to get connected and challenge much of my beliefs about education in the new digital age we are living in. As someone who has had the pleasure of listening to Steve speak at various conferences about education, I can honestly say "he gets it" and does a nice job of pushing people's thinking towards improved learning.

EdCamp is simply the greatest form of professional development that I have ever experienced. I am happy to vote for them and continue to sing their praises and share the ideas everywhere I go.

Kelly is the model of what an educator should be today. She has taken what she knows is best for kids and started a school based on those principles. The kids that are blessed to be in her school are truly lucky. In addition, those teachers and educators that are able to read her work and learn from her are equally blessed and I thank her for her contributions to my own learning and professional growth.

Eric is a passionate leader that serves as a model to what we need in our schools today. He is a connected educator who is always looking for a better way for students to experience school and therefore maximize learning. In addition, Eric is dedicated to sharing his story to that others can learn and then consequently improve their practice as well. As a teacher, he is a leader I would work for and know that my work would benefit from his passionate leadership. Without hesitation is one of the best examples in our country of what a progressive and forward thinking administrator should be.

Chris is a model for what a connected, caring and compassionate administrator should be.