2020 Award Winners

The Nelson J. Armlin Scholarship is awarded annually to a future educator who embodies Dr. Armlin’s singular commitment to empowering youth through education. It was established to honor the legacy of a visionary leader who shaped CASDA and has made profound impact on education in the Capital Region.

The Counselor of the Year Award recognizes a school counselor, college admission representative, or college counselor for outstanding service and achievement in their field. Recipients maintain the highest standards of their profession and are model citizens of their school community and the community at large.

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Award recognizes an outstanding Athletic Director.

First given in 1991, this award’s criteria are based on the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders that endorse the qualities of effective educational leaders who promote each student’s academic success and well-being.

First given in 1991, this award’s criteria are based on the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders that endorse the qualities of effective educational leaders who promote each student’s academic success and well-being.

First given in 1991, this award’s criteria are based on the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders that endorse the qualities of effective educational leaders who promote each student’s academic success and well-being.

The CASDA District Leadership Award recognizes Central Office Leaders whose efforts advance the values of public education and service to students, colleagues and communities.

CASDA’s Outstanding School Board Service Award recognizes individuals who embody the crucial role School Board members play in supporting school districts within their community through advocacy, outreach and stewardship. Recipients demonstrate leadership by serving as a point of connection between schools and their community to ensure that school districts provide students and families with dynamic educational opportunities in positive learning environments.

This award serves to identify and recognize an outstanding practicing school psychologist.

This award recognizes an outstanding educator that has been serving our school communities for 25 years.

The CASDA Cooperative Leadership Award recognizes the power of partnerships to enhance the educational opportunities available to schools in the region. Recipients convene and coordinate the resources of institutions such as higher education, community organizations and service providers to enhance the educational experience of children in our region.