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Become an Apple Distinguished Educator

For more than 25 years, the Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) program has recognized educators from around the world using Apple technology to transform teaching and learning. The application period for the ADE Class of 2023 has closed. Applications are currently under review. All applicants will be notified via email when selections are final.

If you’re interested in learning more about the program and preparing for future applications visit Apply to be an ADE >

We welcome your questions and comments — join the conversation below.

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18 replies

March 14, 2023

We're excited to host applications for a new ADE Class of 2023. We welcome your comments and conversations about the program here.

March 14, 2023

Very excited to be applying this year! As a drum teacher, the iPad in particular is like magic with digital scores, backing tracks, automatic page turns and notes!

March 15, 2023

I kniw the info us in the application but I haven’t started yet. Can you tell me where and when the in-person sessions are? Thank you!

March 24, 2023

ADE Institute 2023 Details

  • ADE Institute 2023 - Asia-Pacific
  • Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia | June 27, 2023 - July 1, 2023
  • ADE Institute 2023 - Americas
  • Dallas, Texas, United States | July 10-14, 2023
  • ADE Institute 2023 - EMEIA
  • Reading, Berkshire, (London) United Kingdom | July 31, 2023 - August 4, 2023


March 24, 2023

ADE Institute 2023 Details

  • ADE Institute 2023 - Asia-Pacific
  • Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia | June 27, 2023 - July 1, 2023
  • ADE Institute 2023 - Americas
  • Dallas, Texas, United States | July 10-14, 2023
  • ADE Institute 2023 - EMEIA
  • Reading, Berkshire, (London) United Kingdom | July 31, 2023 - August 4, 2023


March 24, 2023

I submitted all of my application, but it said that the video failed to upload. I did it again this morning but I haven't received confirmation that it was received. How can I verify this? I don't want to be taken out of consideration!

April 10, 2023

Loved the process of applying for ADE Class of 2023! Excited to hear how we all go - good luck to all

October 14, 2023

When is the next application cycle for Apple Distinguished Educators?

October 15, 2023

Applications usually open up every two years.

March 22, 2023

When will you make selections and inform us? I'm really excited this program is back open and hope to participate.

March 22, 2023

Is this an annual program? If not, in what year was the last cohort selected?

March 24, 2023

Our last Class was selected in 2019. We have paused the program during the pandemic and the Class of 2023 is our first new class since 2019.

April 24, 2023

Devastated that I missed the information on applying for the 2023 cohort. How are the cohorts announced? Will there be another application in 2024? Any information on the best place to watch for announcements would be appreciated! Good luck to all who applied in 2023!!

April 25, 2023

Hi CoolTeach03!

Are you an Apple Teacher? One place to find notifications about ADE applications in the Apple Teacher newsletter.

April 08, 2023

Have applications closed for ADE for 2023 in the UK? I started an application however was too busy with work to finish it before Easter. I was planning on completing it but now the application seems to have disappeared. Also the page about becoming an ADE doesn't have any links to an application form?


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