Congratulations to the 2026 NDALL award winners!

• Educator of the Year: 

       Michelle Candy

• Outstanding Leadership/Service:
  Brenna Lordemann

• Student of the Year - EL:

       Alaina Aurelien

• Student of the Year - Adult Education:

       Hallie Comer​

• Is a staff member, teacher, administrator or volunteer who is a member of NDALL. Individual must be in adult education.

• Contributes significantly to the field of education

• Models professionalism

• Continues to upgrade educational skills

• Promotes education locally and statewide

• Two categories GED or EL student

• Current or recent student/graduate

• Demonstrates determination and perseverance

• Sacrifices to achieve his/her educational goals(s)​

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• Someone who demonstrates exceptional leadership in his/her area of responsibility

• A business, business person, school administrator, legislator or community group

• Exemplifies and supports the NDALL purpose of supporting lifelong learning

• Encourages others