About Amanda Bruns
Amanda Bruns (she/her) serves as the Member Engagement Manager for the LTC Purchasing Program. In this role, she leads the Learning Technology Center’s efforts to recruit, engage, and support cooperative purchasing members across Illinois. Amanda oversees the LTC Purchasing Marketplace and Ambassador Program and collaborates closely with the Program Director to develop initiatives that strengthen member participation and expand the program’s impact.
Amanda brings seven years of experience in education, instructional technology coaching, and athletic administration, having previously served at Fox River Grove School District #3. A certified educator with a Master’s degree in Educational Technology, she combines firsthand knowledge of district operations with a passion for helping schools maximize resources and improve outcomes through cooperative purchasing.
She regularly travels throughout Illinois to connect with educational leaders, demonstrate the benefits of the LTC Purchasing Program, and help schools, districts, and educational organizations realize significant cost savings through strategic procurement.
Amanda is based at the McHenry County Regional Office of Education 44 in McHenry, Illinois.
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Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
What’s the Better Buy: Cell Phone Storage Pouches vs Storage Lockers
Both options offer benefits and drawbacks for school districts working to affordably comply with Illinois' school cell phone ban. Compare them side-by-side and explore curated picks from our Vendor Partners.
Leadership & Capacity Building
Illinois School Cell Phone Ban: What School Districts Need to Know
Starting soon, Illinois schools must limit cell phone usage during instructional time. Here's what's covered and when it comes into force + important exceptions for school-issued devices and student accommodations.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
What is R2v3 Electronics Recycling, and Why Do I Need It?
When it comes to disposing of IT assets, there is a massive differences in e-waste recycling. If your district is looking to properly recycle its laptops and tablets, you have…
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Inside a Real-Life School Safety Emergency
In a school safety emergency, seconds matter. Last year, the right combination of technology and training from Centigix helped a district respond quickly to protect students and teachers.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Navigating and Purchasing with Punchouts
Punchout sites give you the best of both worlds – access to a broader range of products, with all of the Marketplace's ease of use. Here's how you can start…
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Finding What You’re Looking For on the Marketplace
Looking for replacement parts? Want to stock up on instructional supplies? Here are four strategies for using the Marketplace to search for everything on your district's shopping list.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Amazon vs. Purchasing Cooperatives: Where Should Your School Shop?
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…
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
What is Azure Dev Tools for Teaching?
Azure Dev Tools for Teaching will be adjusting its access policy on August 15th, 2025. After that date, only existing administrators will retain continued access and no new administrator signups…
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Back to School Shopping Made Easy with ILTPP Marketplace
August is just around the corner. Find everything from crayons to Chromebooks and utilize approval chains to speed up procurement before the first bell.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Congratulations to our 2025-26 ILTPP Ambassadors!
Meet this year's ambassadors, who bring a face to cooperative purchasing's transformative potential. Their experiences and passion will help more Illinois districts see how ILTPP impacts students like theirs.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Cooperative Purchasing Power: Building Trust with Vetted Vendor Partners
When vendors are pre-screened for stability, competitive pricing, and K-12 reputation, you can count on them for support while navigating this complex purchasing landscape.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
New and Renewed Contracts: Spring 2025
Furniture, instructional supplies, digital resources, buybacks, LED lighting, and more – shop all 28 updated AEPA contracts for savings across your entire FY 2025-26 procurement list.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Tariff-Proofing your School’s Tech Budget: Maximize Savings with ILTPP
How much will prices increase? How can your district keep tech costs down? Consider previous tariffs and how cooperative purchasing can help absorb the shock of price spikes.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Gear Up for School Purchasing Season with the ILTPP Marketplace
Purchasing computer equipment, furniture, instructional material, and more has never been so seamless. Try the ILTPP Marketplace to make quick work of your school's shopping list.
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Enhancing Physical Security: 3 Solutions for Illinois K-12 Schools
While securing digital learning environments remains a priority, enhancing physical security needs to also be on every district's radar. These trusted solutions can help protect your students and staff against…
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
ILTPP Announces Ambassador Program
The ILTPP Ambassador program is focused on bringing together edtech pacemakers from around the state and putting their shared wisdom into action. Meet the first class of ambassadors!
Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
How to Start Recycling E-Waste with ILTPP
Every school district deals with broken or out of date devices. Don't let your e-waste backlog pile up! Check out these 5 trusted recycling and buyback programs that can save…
Artificial Intelligence
4 Ways to Harness AI-Powered Learning with ILTPP Vendor Partners
Keeping up with the latest AI-powered solutions can feel overwhelming. Here are four trusted ILTPP Vendor Partners you can turn to when your district wants to harness AI to unleash…