Connecticut Women of Innovation Finalists Announced
Connecticut students and educators will be honored at an upcoming awards ceremony this October.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Secondary Education
The Connecticut Technology Council has named its finalists for the 2026 Women of Innovation Awards, recognizing leaders in science, technology, and education. The event highlights achievements across the state ahead of the official celebration on October 27, 2026.
Why it matters
These awards spotlight significant contributions by women in academic and leadership roles, showcasing pathways for students and educators in the region. The recognition serves to bolster local engagement in science and technology fields.
Finalists include Alissa DeJonge of Mercy High School in the Academic Innovation and Leadership category and Amelia Nandikesan of Stamford High School in the Youth Innovation and Leadership category. Both will be honored at the event on October 27, 2026.
The players
Alissa DeJonge
As president of Mercy High School, she represents academic leadership and is a finalist in the 2026 awards.
Amelia Nandikesan
A student at Stamford High School, she is a finalist in the youth innovation category.
Connecticut Technology Council
The organization manages the annual awards program to promote regional advancement in science and technology fields.
The details
The Connecticut Technology Council hosts this annual program to identify and celebrate individuals making tangible impacts within science, technology, and education. Nominees undergo a rigorous selection process to be named as finalists in categories that span both professional leadership and student achievement. The upcoming ceremony serves as the formal platform for recognizing these accomplishments and fostering professional networking among participants.
Timeline
October 27, 2026: The Women of Innovation Awards celebration occurs.
The Home Front
This event reflects the ongoing regional trend of highlighting academic and professional growth within Connecticut schools. It follows the established pattern of the Connecticut Technology Council's yearly efforts to recognize excellence in local educational institutions.
Families interested in academic extracurriculars should keep an eye on these award programs as indicators of local student success. You might consider checking school newsletters or the council's public releases to identify future opportunities for student involvement in regional tech initiatives.
The takeaway
The Women of Innovation Awards offer a glimpse into the leadership and student achievement shaping our local schools. Keep the awards date of October 27, 2026, on your calendar if you are interested in tracking the accomplishments of regional educational leaders and student innovators.
Further reading
Learn more about local academic initiatives in Secondary Education.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WTNH.
