Joseph Carver Announced as ATLIS 2025 Pillar Award Recipient

ATLIS is pleased to announce the recognition of three highly accomplished professionals as 2025 ATLIS Pillar Award winners:

 

Joseph Carver, Associate Head of School, The Meadows School

Tahare “Tye” J. Campbell, TLIS, Director of Strategic Information and Innovation, Gilman School
Alex Podchaski, TLIS, Chief Technology Officer, Trinity Preparatory School

Established in 2018, the ATLIS Pillar Award program was initiated to bring attention to those often unsung heroes who exemplify the ATLIS mission - to empower schools to thrive through technology leadership. This year’s winners have been selected for their outstanding contributions to the independent school industry over the years, demonstrating exceptional thought leadership, dedicated volunteerism, impactful mentorship, and unwavering support of the ATLIS community. The body of work contributed by each winner has made a significant impact on ATLIS and the entire community of technology leaders in independent schools. Collectively, their contributions have transformed the industry.

 

"The ATLIS Pillar Award is a powerful reminder of the profound impact technology leaders have on our schools and the broader educational landscape," said Dr. Aggie Malter, ATLIS Board Chair and president and CEO of PAISBOA. "This year's honorees embody the spirit of innovation, dedication, and collaboration that defines effective technology leadership. Their contributions have advanced the field, and their stewardship has empowered countless others to embrace the transformative power of technology in education."

About the honorees:

Joseph Carver
Carver is a seasoned and accomplished leader in the independent school industry, with over 25 years of experience. Currently serving as the associate head of school at The Meadows School in Las Vegas, Nevada, Carver's career has been marked by a commitment to innovation, technology integration, and faculty development.

 

Carver's career started as a director of debate, and his passion for technology led him to become the director of technology at Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart in Miami, Florida, where he spearheaded numerous initiatives to modernize the school's infrastructure.

 

At The Meadows School, Carver was the chief innovation officer, overseeing all aspects of technology, faculty development, and student services. His leadership and vision were instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring the school remained at the forefront of educational technology. During this tenure as CIO, he founded The Meadows Teaching Cohort, The Meadows School Teaching and Learning Conference, and a partnership with the Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning. In 2024, He was promoted to Associate Head of School at The Meadows School, where he continues to serve as a leader in both his school and the broader independent school community.

 

Carver was one of the earliest participants in the ATLIS Leadership Institute and continued volunteering as a mentor for future cohorts. He strongly advocates for technology professionals and is deeply committed to the ATLIS community, regularly volunteering his time and expertise.

 

Tahare “Tye” Campbell, TLIS
Campbell is the Director of Strategic Information and Innovation at Gilman School, a PK-12 independent school in Baltimore, Maryland. He has worked in various roles at Gilman School since 2016, including Director of Technology. In his current role, Campbell oversees the integration of technology in the classroom and in the back office and the merged technology and library departments. He is also responsible for strategic planning related to all technology infrastructure design, classroom technology, faculty and staff professional development, school data, and technology budgeting.

 

Campbell is a proven leader in the independent school community. He was a faculty member for the ATLIS Leadership Institute for four years, and he served on the ATLIS Board of Directors from 2018 to 2024. He is also a member of the ATLIS Certification Council, through which he supported the creation and launch of the ATLIS Technology Leader in Independent Schools (TLIS) certification.

 

He is also a member of the Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS) and has served on several AIMS Accreditation Visiting Teams.

 

Campbell is a strong advocate for the use of technology to improve teaching and learning. He is also a passionate believer in the power of collaboration and shared, mission-aligned goals. He is a valuable asset to the entire independent school community.

Alex Podchaski, TLIS
Podchaski is a dedicated and accomplished educational technology leader with a passion for innovation and a commitment to advancing technology integration in education. Currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer and Applied Science and Engineering Department Chair at Trinity Preparatory School of Florida, Alex has a proven track record of success in leading and implementing technology initiatives that enhance students' learning experiences.

 

Throughout his career, Podchaski has worked to advance technology integration throughout each school's curriculum and processes. He has led initiatives that include developing and expanding 1:1 devices programs, renovating and constructing buildings and classrooms to include updated technology infrastructure, implementing hybrid learning and training during the pandemic, achieving Apple Distinguished School certification, developing new curriculums for professional development and student instruction, and taking a lead role in developing multiple policies and procedures that improved day-to-day technology operations. Throughout all of this, he has focused on giving back to the community and sharing best practices gained through his experiences.

 

Podchaski's commitment to professional development and his contributions to the educational technology community are extensive. He has achieved multiple technology certifications, culminating in the TLIS certification in 2024. He has worked on multiple ATLIS task forces, including Cybersecurity and AI, has acted as a mentor for the ATLIS Leadership Institute, and is a frequent participant in ATLIS webinars and programs. He has presented at national conferences and organized regional school conferences and edcamps. He is also an Apple Learning Coach and an FPF Student Privacy program graduate. He is also the co-founder and moderator of #EdTechChat, a long-running professional development discussion on social media for the global ed tech community.

About ATLIS
The Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools (ATLIS) is a growing association of independent schools dedicated to empowering schools to thrive through technology leadership. Founded in 2014 to address the unique challenges of independent school technology directors, the organization has now expanded to support all aspects of technology at schools, ensuring that they are equipped for the future. Across all dimensions of its practice, ATLIS is also dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive association.