NHASEA Awards and Recognition

The NHASEA is proud to announce that John Fabrizio, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services for the Concord School District, has been named NH’s 2025 Special Education Administrator of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes and exceptional leader in the field of special education who has demonstrated distinguished leadership, perseverance, successful community and family partnerships, active engagement in professional associations, along with an unwavering commitment to the field of special education.

As the Assistant Superintendent of Students Services for the Concord School District, John demonstrates remarkable leadership in creating inclusive learning environments for all children and youth, especially those who are unique learners. Throughout his professional career, John has become known as a leader who is a problem solver, empowers others and for finding creative ways to support students, staff, and families. He plays an integral role in the educational community of Concord and has been an advocate for public education and ensuring that those students with exceptional needs have many pathways to high quality, successful learning experiences. John is known by his colleagues as one who leads with compassion and conviction, always demonstrating the highest professional standard. He is creative, positive, a team player and always willing to go the extra mile, no matter how big the challenge.

As an active member of the NHASEA since 1999, John continues to assist in moving the Association’s mission and vision forward. He serves on the NHASEA Strategic Planning Committee and provides mentorship to new career special education administrators. He has worked tirelessly with his colleagues across the state to help ensure sound decision making on important topics and issues related to special education.  These include, but are not limited to, legislation, professional growth opportunities and developing partnerships with varied stakeholder groups.

“It is with great pride that we recognize John Fabrizio as the 2025 NH Special Education Administrator of The Year.  John’s unwavering commitment to special education and visionary leadership exemplifies the important role of Special Education Administrators.  Congratulations to John Fabrizio for his outstanding contributions to the lives of so many of NH’s children and families.”

Jane Bergeron-Beaulieu, Executive Director of the NHASEA