ISTE Governance

ISTE is governed by a Board of Directors, consisting of outstanding educational leaders elected by the members, and guided by a Strategic Plan. The 2009–2010 Board of Directors consists of President Helen L. Padgett, Past President Trina Davis, and 16 additional national and international representatives. Board elections are held online each spring in compliance with the ISTE Bylaws, and all ISTE members are welcome to run for open Board positions.

ISTE’s Strategic Plan was adopted by the Board at its September 2004 meeting after considerable study, revision, and input from members and staff.  View the Strategic Plan to learn more about ISTE’s mission, vision, values, and goals.

Meet President Helen Padgett

Helen Padgett is the Director of Professional Development and Research for Technology Based Learning and Research (TBLR) at Arizona State University. She serves as chair of the ISTE Board Membership Committee and is a member of the Affiliate, Finance, Nominations and Appointments, and Public Policy and Advocacy Committees. She also serves on the board of her local affiliate—Arizona Technology in Education Alliance (AzTEA).

During Helen’s career as a K–12 teacher and administrator, she developed a passion for integrating technology into the curriculum to improve student learning and achievement. She has designed and conducted professional development for teachers, administrators, parents, university faculty members, and business leaders. Her current areas of research include e-learning environments, technology integration, and emerging technologies.