Lisa Schwartz

Lisa Schwartz

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, West Central

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About Lisa Schwartz

Lisa Schwartz (she/her) serves as the LTC’s Regional Educational Technology Coordinator for west central Illinois. Lisa is passionate about meaningful professional development and creating teacher and student leaders. She facilitates professional learning events regionally and statewide; provides consultation and support to school districts related to digital learning and technology integration; and develops instructional materials for school administrators, teachers, and students throughout the west central region.

Prior to joining the LTC, Lisa was an educator in Quincy Public Schools. Today, she remains committed to serving the same educators she worked beside by fostering impactful professional growth and nurturing teacher and student leadership.

Lisa is a certified teacher, a Google for Education Certified Trainer, a Google Certified Educator, and an Apple Education Trainer. She holds a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Quincy University and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Western Illinois University.

Service Area

 

Contact Lisa with questions and inquiries if your district is in any of these counties:

Mercer, Henderson, Warren, Hancock, McDonough, Knox, Fulton, Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, Adams, Schuyler, Brown, Mason, Cass, Menard, Pike, Scott, Morgan, Sangamon, Calhoun, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison.

Certifications

Adobe Creative Educator: Level 1
Apple Educator Trainer
Apple Learning Coach
Book Creator: Ambassador
Certified Education Technology Leader
Common Sense Educators, Schools, and Districts
Edpuzzle Coach
Google Certified Educator Level 1 (Fundamentals)
Google Certified Educator Level 2 (Advanced)
Google Certified Trainer
Hapara Champion Program: Trainer
iRobot Ambassador
Kami Hero
Merge Ambassador
Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE)
Minecraft Mentor
Mote Ambassador
Nearpod Certified Educator
Pear Deck Coach
Robolink Ambassador
Screencastify Master Screencaster
Seesaw Ambassador
Wakelet Ambassador
Wakelet Certified

Explore Lisa’s Work

See how Lisa advances professional learning and technology integration across west central Illinois, and explore opportunities to learn, collaborate, and connect with her.
Services
Professional Learning

Microsoft Professional Learning

Hands-on, problem-based learning through our Microsoft Partnership.

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Professional Learning

Custom PD for Districts and Schools

Customized edtech professional learning to meet the needs of districts and schools.

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Events

STEM Cohort

Sep 17 – Oct 10, 2026 Mt. Sterling, IL Free

This workshop will equip educators with practical, plug-and-play strategies to bring computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) to life.

Apple Device Support for Illinois Schools

Oct 20, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

Whether you are a long-time user of Apple devices, new to supporting them, or haven’t considered them yet, this discussion is for you. In this session, we will share new developments with Apple and how…

A Leader’s Guide to School-Wide AI Implementation (AA 4229)

Oct 7, 2026 Washington $206

This Administrator Academy (#4229) is for leaders ready to move beyond isolated AI tools and develop a cohesive, long-term vision for artificial intelligence in their school or district.

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Apr 16, 2027 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Jan 19, 2027 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Dec 8, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Sep 22, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Feb 16, 2027 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Mar 16, 2027 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Oct 20, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

A Leader’s Guide to School-Wide AI Implementation (AA 4229)

Oct 8, 2026 Macomb, Illinois $100

This Administrator Academy (#4229) is for leaders ready to move beyond isolated AI tools and develop a cohesive, long-term vision for artificial intelligence in their school or district.

Microsoft and AI Conversations: Showcase and Updates

Sep 29, 2026 Online Free

Calling all Microsoft districts in Illinois! You're invited to a virtual showcase of Microsoft's AI tools, including practice use cases currently transforming classrooms.

ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Sep 22, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

STEM Connects

Mar 11, 2027 Edwardsville, IL Free

Join us for STEM Connects, designed specifically for PreK-8 educators, instructional coaches, and curriculum leaders. This event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a collaborative learning environment focused on enhancing STEM education.

Technology & the Law: What Every School Leader Must Know (AA 4230)

Sep 30, 2026 Springfield, IL $125

This course provides Illinois school and district leaders with a comprehensive and actionable understanding of the legal frameworks that govern the use of technology in K-12 education.

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