Chris Gosselin, MAT, MEd

Chris Gosselin is the Director of Instructional Technology and Innovation, K-12, for Needham Public Schools (MA), where he leads the district’s vision for high-impact, student-centered learning. A seasoned administrator and educator, Chris has served as an Assistant Principal, Digital Learning Coach, Media Specialist and ELA teacher across the PreK-12 spectrum.

Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Boston College’s Lynch School of Education, Chris’s research and professional focus center on the transformative potential of emerging technologies in education, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) in K-12 leadership. He also serves as an instructor for the Educator Leadership Institute (ELI), helping prepare the next generation of school leaders.



A recognized voice in the field, Chris served as President of the MassCUE Board of Directors (2020–2023) and has contributed to platforms like Edutopia and ISTE.org. His expertise in digital literacy and student engagement has led to presentations nationally at the Google for Education Leader Series in Chicago (IL) and the Apple Distinguished Schools Leadership Academy in Orlando (FL). Recently, Chris was named an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE), Class of 2026, a distinction honoring his global leadership in pedagogical innovation and creative technology integration.