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Esports Field Trip: East Alton-Wood River CHSD 14

Mon. March 24, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
East Alton-Wood River High School 777 N Wood River Ave, Wood River, IL, United States

Esports is an excellent way for students to participate in a team-based activity while developing social and practical skills that can lead to emergent college and career activities.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Gerry Mattix-Wand
Gerry Mattix-Wand
Director of Technology, East Alton-Wood River Community High School
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Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

Wed. March 26, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States

Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting out, master essential design tools and empower student voice and choice. Unlock the limitless potential of Canva to create an out-of-this-world educational experience!

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Strengthening Cybersecurity in K-12 Education Through Internal Assessments

Wed. March 26, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Online IL, United States

With the increasing reliance on technology in education, schools face a growing number of cybersecurity threats that can compromise sensitive student data, disrupt learning, and undermine trust. Conducting regular internal […]

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Illinois AI Report for K-12 Schools: Navigating the GenAI Landscape

Fri. March 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Free
Horrabin Hall, WIU 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL, United States

Join us for this important conversation as we work to bridge the AI literacy gap and prepare students for an AI-driven world. This panel will explore key findings from the Illinois AI Report and discuss the challenges and opportunities of AI integration in rural K-12 schools.

Wesley Koehler
Wesley Koehler
Technology Director, Frankline CUSD 1
Marjorie Rhoades
Marjorie Rhoades
Chief Academic Officer, Macomb School District 185
Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Drones in the Classroom: Coding, STEM, and Preparing for the Future

Tue. April 1, 2025 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | Free
ROE 40: Jerseyville Office 201 W. Exchange, Jerseyville, United States

This hands-on workshop will explore how codeable drones can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom to foster coding skills, spark an interest in STEM, and prepare students for future tech-powered work opportunities.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI 2.0: Image Creation and Digital Citizenship in the AI World

Fri. April 4, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

In this hands-on workshop, teachers of all grade levels will explore the use of AI for image creation and discuss the importance of digital citizenship in this new era of AI-generated content. Participants will learn how to use AI tools to create engaging and educational content for their students, while also developing strategies for teaching students how to navigate the ethical and responsible use of AI.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 1 Tech Leadership Meeting

Fri. April 4, 2025 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Brown County Elementary School 501 NW Cross St, Mt. Sterling, IL, United States

You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 28 CS Roundtable

Mon. April 7, 2025 | 11:30 am - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

Leaders and teachers from ROE 28 school districts will come together to discuss current CS programs and explore opportunities for support.

Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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Getting Started with AI | Special Education Edition

Tue. April 8, 2025 | 8:30 am - 10:30 am | Free
Online IL, United States

This introductory workshop is designed to empower special education teachers, new to AI, with the essential skills to address their unique classroom challenges and reduce workload.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 51 Tech Leadership Meeting

Tue. April 8, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
ROE 51: Menard/Sangamon 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL

You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 21 and 30 Technology Roundtable

Wed. April 9, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
ROE 30: Administrative Center 101 Spero Dr, Murphysboro, IL, United States

Join us for an open discussion on the current state of technology in our schools. This networking meeting is designed for technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and anyone interested in the intersection of education and IT.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Be Connected: E-Rate PIA Process & Cybersecurity Pilot Update

Wed. April 9, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

This week on Be Connected, let's dig into an important step in the E-Rate filing process - Program Integrity Assurance (PIA). We'll be joined by federal funding expert Mindy Fiscus, who will highlight what to expect during this review process and how to navigate questions about service eligibility, discount calculation, competitive bidding, and more.

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center
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