Smithtown Technology Integration Specialist, Tim Needles is adding some new hardware to his mantel, after being named the 2025 NYSATA NY State Art Educator of the year!
This prestigious honor, the highest recognition NYSATA can bestow, celebrates the top art educator in the state, and one who has demonstrated an enduring commitment to the field of art education.
Tim has worked as an educator for over 25 years, and is an artist, performer, and author of the book STEAM Power from ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education.)
Earlier this month, Tim was named one of District Administration’s Top 100 for 2025.
Congratulations and well deserved!
