Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM
About Sarah Phelps
Dr. Sarah Phelps is the LTC’s Director of Computer Science and STEM. A passionate advocate for hands-on, inclusive, and forward-thinking learning, Sarah takes great joy in helping students learn expansively through technology—and in partnering with educators who create those daily “eureka” moments in classrooms across Illinois.
With over a decade of experience as an instructional coach and elementary computer science teacher, Sarah has been widely recognized for her contributions to CS and STEM education. Her honors include the Emerson Excellence in Education Award and the Illinois State Board of Education’s Those Who Excel Award of Merit.
Sarah holds a wide range of degrees and credentials, including a Doctorate in Education, an Education Specialist degree in Educational Administration, a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Teaching. Her expertise and leadership continue to shape how districts approach curriculum design, instructional coaching, and the integration of emerging technologies.
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Contact Information
- Email: sphelps@ltcillinois.org
- Phone: (618) 402-5475
Sarah’s Upcoming Events
Coding in the Content Areas with CS Connections (Code.org CS Integration Series)
| Free
CS Connections is your ticket to uncovering coding’s potential in science, math, ELA, and social studies classrooms. Learn how to use this project-based curriculum to unlock studnets’ critical-thinking and creativity, regardless of subject.
Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
CS & STEM Networking Meeting
| Free
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
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
Bringing Code to Life with micro:bit (Code.org CS Integration Series)
| Free
It’s time to get physical with coding! Come explore how Code.org’s Maker course and the micro:bit work together to transform abstract computer science concepts into concrete, tactile learning experiences.
Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
CS & STEM Networking Meeting
| Free
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
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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