Career Spark – STEAM Expo

Thu. April 25, 2024 | 9:00 am - 1:40 pm | Free
Orr Building- Illinois State Fairgrounds 66 4 H Rd, Springfield, IL, United States

CareerSpark is a hands-on, interactive work and career readiness experience designed to spark students’ interest in the exciting careers in the STEAM field. Join us as an exhibitor for an exciting event tailored for 8th-grade students, where the world of Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) comes to life!

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center
Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Fri. April 26, 2024 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Join the LTC's Holly Kelly for a monthly virtual networking meeting explicitly geared to the needs of today's library media specialists. These meetings will allow attendees to connect and discuss shared experiences, ask questions, and share ideas with other library media specialists from around the state. This will be an excellent opportunity to receive professional development hours while collaborating with your peers to solve today's most pressing library media challenges.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center

Supporting Students’ Social-Emotional Learning and Digital Well-Being

Tue. April 30, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us as we explore several evidence-based lessons designed to help students build agency, reduce anxious thoughts, and increase mindfulness related to their tech habits.

Jennifer Ehehalt
Jennifer Ehehalt
Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Education

ROE 16 Technology Round Table

Wed. May 1, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
ROE 16: DeKalb 2500 N Annie Glidden Rd Ste C, Dekalb, Illinois, USA

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools. While a short presentation may lead off our time together, the majority of the meeting will be open for participants to share their experiences and challenges with the group.

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

A Digital Approach to SEL, Health & Wellness

Wed. May 1, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

To achieve personal and academic success, today's students need to meaningfully engage with foundational SEL, mental health, and personal health concepts. Join us to discover free digital resources for illuminating issues relating to empathy, managing relationships, vaping, and bullying prevention.

Kristin Pierce
Kristin Pierce
Education Success Specialist, EVERFI

CS & STEM Networking Meeting

Wed. May 1, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Calling all K-12 computer science and STEM educators! Join your peers from across the state each month for an informative, engagement-rich networking meeting centered on topics that matter most to you.

Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

ROE 53 Tech Leadership Meeting

Fri. May 3, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Beverly Manor School 1014 School Street, Washington, IL, United States

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools. While a short presentation may lead off our time together, the majority time of the meeting will be open for participants to share their experiences and challenges with the group.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Kelli Ballard
Kelli Ballard
Professional Development Coordinator, ROE 53: Mason/Tazewell/Woodford

ROE 47 Technology Roundtable

Fri. May 3, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Dixon High School 300 Lincoln Statue Dr, Dixon, United States

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools.

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

All Things SOPPA & SDPC

Mon. May 6, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

New to SOPPA or the Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) database? Curious about how updates to both could impact your institution's data privacy strategy, both now and in the future?

Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Network and Information Technology Specialist, Learning Technology Center

ROE 26/33 Tech Leadership Meeting

Tue. May 7, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
West Prairie Jr/Sr High School 600 S Hun St, Colchester, IL, United States

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools. While a short presentation may lead off our time together, the majority time of the meeting will be open for participants to share their experiences and challenges with the group.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center

IL Ed Tech Coaches May 2024

Mon. May 13, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Join instructional technology coaches from across Illinois during our monthly virtual meetings to connect with other coaches, brainstorm, and share resources.

Nicole Zumpano
Nicole Zumpano
Director of Instructional Technology Coaching, Learning Technology Center

Social Media & Its Impact on Student Mental Health

Tue. May 14, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

How can educators identify the warning signs of negative social media interactions, and what can we do to help students before they reach the point of crisis? Join us as we explore current research about young people and social media + strategies for helping students access mental health support.

Alyssa Castleman
Alyssa Castleman
Internet Safety Specialist, Office of the Illinois Attorney General