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  • Leveraging AI for Continuous School Improvement

    Fri. June 6, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:30 pm | Free
    ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean 201 E. Grove Street, Suite 300, Bloomington, IL

    This interactive workshop is designed specifically for school principals looking to streamline their processes and maximize their impact in their school improvement planning. Grounded in the Illinois State Board of Education's "Continuous School Improvement Model," this session offers a unique blend of best practices and cutting-edge AI tools.

    Matt Sherrill
    Matt Sherrill
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    One Small Step for AI, One Giant Leap for Educators

    Wed. June 11, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
    Bismarck-Henning High School 17268 E 2750 North Rd, Bismarck, IL, United States

    Join us for an engaging session that will take you through a brief history of AI, highlighting its evolution and current advancements, particularly in generative AI. We'll delve into the concept of AI literacy, providing foundational knowledge and practical strategies for integrating AI into your educational practice. Discover the implications of AI for education, and embark on this exciting journey to understand and leverage AI, making a significant leap in your educational approach.

    Matt Sherrill
    Matt Sherrill
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    Level-Up Your AI Game

    Wed. June 11, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
    Bismarck-Henning High School 17268 E 2750 North Rd, Bismarck, IL, United States

    Ready to get hands-on with the power of Artificial Intelligence in your classroom? In this session, we will embark on a journey through a series of increasingly powerful AI tools. Designed for teachers of all tech comfort levels, this session demystifies AI and provides valuable hands-on experience.

    Matt Sherrill
    Matt Sherrill
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    Code.org CS Fundamentals

    Thu. June 12, 2025 | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm | Free
    Microsoft Cortex 4220 Duncan Ave #501, St. Louis, MO, United States

    CS Fundamentals is an introductory workshop designed for elementary educators new to teaching computer science who want to explore how to begin teaching Code.org's CS Fundamentals curriculum. Over 85,000 teachers have participated in this original workshop already, allowing their schools to grow their in-district capacity for teaching robust CS courses!

    Join your peers and experienced facilitators to get a hands-on intro to computer science, pedagogy, overviews of the online curriculum, and Code.org's teacher dashboard, as well as strategies for teaching “unplugged” classroom activities.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

    Swiss Army AI: What Every Administrator Needs in Their Toolbox

    Thu. June 12, 2025 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | $15
    I-KAN ROE 1 Stuart Dr, Kankakee, IL, United States

    In this half-day workshop, we'll dive into the practical side of AI for school administrators and teacher leaders, showcasing a variety of AI tools designed to streamline and enhance your workflow. From data analysis to communication, let AI be your Swiss Army knife, offering versatile solutions to common administrative challenges.

    Matt Sherrill
    Matt Sherrill
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    AI 2.0: Master AI Teacher Tools and Image Creation

    Thu. June 12, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    ROE 47: Lee/Ogle/Whiteside 1001 W 23rd St, Sterling, Illinois, USA

    Dive into the world of AI-driven education with this hands-on workshop. Explore cutting-edge tools like Brisk Teaching and Magic School, designed to streamline your teaching workflow and enhance student engagement. Discover how to leverage AI for tasks like generating personalized learning materials and providing instant feedback. Additionally, learn the fundamentals of AI image creation, enabling you to produce visually stimulating content for your lessons.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

    AI Playbook: Crafting Guidelines and Policy for Staff and Students

    Fri. June 13, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | $25
    ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean 201 E. Grove Street, Suite 300, Bloomington, IL

    As AI becomes a key player in education, establishing clear policies and guidelines is essential for responsible use in schools. This workshop provides school/district leaders with practical tips and resources to create tailored AI policies that align with district goals, as well as built-in work time to begin collaborating and crafting district-specific plans.

    Matt Sherrill
    Matt Sherrill
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    AI Playbook: Crafting Guidelines and Policy for Staff and Students

    Fri. June 13, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | $25
    ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean 201 E. Grove Street, Suite 300, Bloomington, IL

    As AI becomes a key player in education, establishing clear policies and guidelines is essential for responsible use in schools. This workshop provides school/district leaders with practical tips and resources to create tailored AI policies that align with district goals, as well as built-in work time to begin collaborating and crafting district-specific plans.

    Matt Sherrill
    Matt Sherrill
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    AA: Literacies of the Digital World

    Wed. June 18, 2025 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | $25
    Sauk Valley Community College 173 IL Rt 2, Dixon, IL, United States

    This workshop is designed to help participants understand the importance of computer literacy, digital literacy, AI Literacy, and digital citizenship and how these skills are necessary for all students to […]

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

    Physical and Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure (SummIT Pre-Conference)

    Mon. June 23, 2025 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Free
    ROE 9: Champaign/Ford 3358 Big Pine Trail, Champaign, Illinois, USA

    Open to SummIT attendees and all K-12 technology leaders, this course lays the groundwork for collaboration among individuals and organizations responsible for both physical and cybersecurity - including K-12 schools, law enforcement, and more.

    Duane Shaffer
    Duane Shaffer
    Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center

    Creating with Canva in All Grade Levels and Content Areas

    Tue. June 24, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Have you heard of Canva but not taken the time to dive into its robust features? Canva provides lots of exciting content creation opportunities, both for students and educators like you. Join us as we explore several practical classroom applications of Canva across all content areas and grade levels.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
  • Computer Science Series: Strawbees (K-12)

    Tue. July 15, 2025 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am | $50
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Discover the engaging world of Strawbees! This workshop offers educators a hands-on introduction to this innovative building system designed to foster STEM and STEAM learning through play.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center