Our Mission, Vision, and Focus
Leaders in Educational Technology
The Learning Technology Center (LTC) is a program of the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), and we are Illinois’ technology system of support for K-12 school districts and educators.
The Learning Technology Center (LTC) is a program of the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), and we are Illinois’ technology system of support for K-12 school districts and educators. Since 1995, the Learning Technology Center has supported modern technology environments in all Illinois K-12 schools. We know the importance of technology in the modern learning environment, and that is why we work across the state to develop services and programs that have a meaningful and lasting impact.
Mission: We empower K-12 districts, schools, and educators through technology-driven services, support, and professional learning. Through forward-thinking initiatives, we equip organizations and educators to tackle today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities—expanding access, enhancing learning experiences, and building resilient, future-ready learners and school systems.
Vision: To ensure that all K12 schools can fully leverage technology to drive student success, empower educators, and cultivate secure, collaborative, and sustainable learning environments that prepare every learner for a thriving future.
We Support Districts, Schools and Educators Across the State of Illinois
We Support Districts, Schools and Educators Across the State of Illinois
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Our Focus Areas
We provide technology services and learning opportunities that further the following focus areas:
Support for classrooms and districts focused on making the most of their edtech tools, including hardware, software, and emerging solutions.
Guidance and resources for cementing digital learning’s place in K-12 schools.
Resources, professional learning, and support for building the next generation of engaged, knowledgeable, and responsible digital citizens.
Resources, professional learning, and support for fostering robust computer science and STEM programs and knowledgeable educators.
Supporting leadership in technology and digital learning through coaching, resources, events, and other capacity building initiatives.
Resources and services to support the technology infrastructure and digital curriculum lifecycle, including need assessment, strategic planning, procurement, and evaluation.
Trainings and consulting support for obtaining state, federal, and grant funding for connectivity and technology.
Assisting districts with the planning, management, deployment, and maintenance of essential networks and system hardware.
Resources, professional learning, services, and support for helping districts protect student data and mission-critical data.
Services, resources, and professional learning to help technology leaders plan for and respond to emerging digital threats.
Leadership Team
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois
Leadership, Professional Learning Services, Regional EdTech Services
Ben leads the LTC’s RETC team and facilitates ongoing professional learning events for teachers, administrators, and technology staff in northern Illinois.
