Celebrating district innovators
What is a Change Architect?
These leaders don’t simply maintain the status quo. They identify opportunities for improvement, bring people together around new ideas, and take meaningful action to move their districts forward. Whether they’re expanding opportunities for students, improving district operations, leading innovative initiatives, or tackling longstanding challenges, these leaders are making a measurable difference.
If a district leader (including yourself) comes to mind, we invite you to submit a nomination by October 23.
Winners will be selected by our committee in November and recognized at the Change Architect Cocktail Reception in Atlanta during the AASA Conference in February 2027.
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Previous award winners

Dr. Adrian Bustillos
Superintendent, San Antonio Independent School District (TX)
*Former Chief Transformation Officer at Aldine Independent School District (TX)
Dr. Khalid Mumin
Superintendent, Reading School District (PA)

Dr. Raymond Sanchez
Superintendent, Public Schools of the Tarrytowns (NY)