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Redistributing key programs, Title funding consolidation, and potential closure – everything that is (and isn’t) changing in federal education policy and procedure based on 2025 announcements.
Students from Walter Payton College Preparatory High School earned recognition for their AI-powered solution for optimizing patient triage at local health clinics.
2025 brought a lot of change to federal education policies and procedures. Our seasoned Washington expert reviews what’s changing, what isn’t, and how your district can plan confidently in uncertain
Start fresh with these student-focused strategies for breaking digital dependency, adding intentionality, and building healthy boundaries – both now and throughout the school year.
Purchasing devices and supplies from Amazon can feel thrifty, but relying on it means leaving benefits on the table. Pre-negotiated contracts offer savings and support that enhance ROI in the
Our Thanksgiving tradition is back for a second helping! Hear shoutouts for the totally rad apps and resources that engage students, spark creativity, and make teaching just a little bit
The Learning Technology Center (LTC) has announced the recipients of its 2025 Mini-Grant awards, providing $4,000 to support hands-on, technology-enhanced classroom projects across Illinois. This year’s grants fund initiatives in
AI in the classroom doesn’t have to be intimidating. Our guest highlights how AI-guided virtual field trips and project-based assessments can help students create, explore, and think in fresh ways.
The DOJ’s April 2024 rule requires all public schools to meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards by April 2027—covering websites, apps, PDFs, and learning platforms.
In today’s classrooms, the real measure of edtech success isn’t how many tools are used, but whether technology empowers students to lead, create, and learn with purpose.
Which model should you buy? What software will students use? And how do you keep your 3D printer from becoming yet another pricey gadget collecting dust? An expert offers a
Special education students, guided by teacher Sarah Bird and coach Patricia Ferris, built an AI tool to support OT exercises—showcasing how risk-taking, collaboration, and strong networks can turn real-world challenges
The Illinois Technology Specialist endorsement certifies educators to lead technology integration, support colleagues, and promote innovative, effective use of digital tools in schools.
Digital citizenship isn’t a one-time lesson; it’s a lifelong skillset that helps students think critically, communicate responsibly, and shape a digital footprint they’ll be proud to carry into the future.
Discover how one instructional coach transformed the chaos of coaching cycles, PD, and teacher support into a streamlined, reflection-driven workflow using Notion as a central coaching hub.
AI can make learning “frictionless,” but real growth comes from struggle. Discover the C.O.R.E. and H.E.A.R.T. frameworks—tools to reintroduce productive friction and keep students thinking critically in an AI-driven world.
Educational landscapes continue to evolve at a rapid pace. Our roadmap prepares us to address emerging technologies, rising expectations for educators, and an urgent need for secure, equitable digital environments.
In its first year, the LTC Technology Leader Mentor Program connected new and veteran tech leaders across Illinois, turning challenges into opportunities and colleagues into trusted partners. The result? Stronger
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