××News Exclusive | Teaching and Learning A new cohort of educators from across the country will share firsthand stories and solutions exploring how AI, technology and instructional innovation are reshaping K-12 education.By Cobretti Williams May 6, 2026 AI and technology are fundamentally changing what it means to teach and learn, and schools across the country are reimagining their instructional approaches, roles and systems to ensure students receive an education that meets the demands of today — and tomorrow. To navigate this shift, the ISTE+ASCD Voices of Change Fellowship empowers the people closest to the classroom to lead the conversation. By highlighting first-person essays and multimedia stories on EdSurge, the program provides a platform for K-12 educators and school leaders to share how they are tackling these challenges in real-time. During the application process for the 2026-27 cohort, we heard from countless applicants who are already guiding their communities toward innovative practices that will define the future of learning.That vision is reflected in the educators selected for this year’s fellowship. As the program editor, I am thrilled to announce our sixth cohort: six exceptional educators who will share their expertise and insights throughout the 2026-27 academic year.Meet the FellowsTambra Clark, technology integration facilitator, Birmingham City Schools (AL)Tambra is advancing AI literacy and STEM equity through both district leadership and research. Nathan Kraai, director of Innovation and Design Thinking, The Fenn School (MA)Nathan is reimagining learning for an AI-driven world by centering curiosity, creativity and human-centered design. Pattie Morales, instructional technology specialist, Indian Community School (WI)Pattie is shaping equitable access to AI and digital learning across schools and communities.Court Shuller, middle school ELA teacher, Gloucester Township Public School (NJ)Court is bridging research and practice in literacy through innovative, accessible professional learning. Monika Vereb, principal, Herndon Elementary School (VA)Monika is driving school turnaround through instructional coherence and systems-level improvement. Beth Yirga, assistant head of school, Freire Charter School Wilmington (DE)Beth is leading with a focus on educational equity and environmental justice to support whole-child success.Bringing Voice to the Future of LearningIn the coming months, each fellow will produce a series of first-person essays, articles and videos. Their work will help readers understand how classrooms and school systems must adapt to our rapidly shifting digital landscape. Some of the questions fellows will explore: