• Every Second Counts: How Schools Are Cutting Emergency Response Time from Minutes to Seconds

    Wed. August 19, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
    Online IL, United States

    When an emergency happens on campus, every second matters. Join AEPA and SAS HALO for a live demonstration of how schools are transforming emergency response — connecting the safety technology they already own into one unified, affordable platform powered by 911 HALO. What You’ll Learn: – Cut emergency response time from minutes to seconds – […]

    Skip the Tutorial: What’s New in Google and Canva

    Mon. August 31, 2026 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Tune in for a rapid-fire look at what's new in Google Workspace, Google Gemini, and Canva, with fresh features for brainstorming, creating, organizing, and tackling the tasks that eat up your prep time.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, North, Learning Technology Center
    Lisa Schwartz
    Lisa Schwartz
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, West Central, Learning Technology Center
  • Edtech Coaches Meeting

    Wed. September 2, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Join fellow educators to connect and collaborate on best practices for integrating instructional technology effectively into the classroom. This meeting offers a chance to share insights, troubleshoot challenges, and discover innovative tools to enhance learning experiences.

    Amy Graham
    Amy Graham
    Instructional Technology Coach, Serena CUSD 2
    Elizabeth Radunz
    Elizabeth Radunz
    Lead Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center

    CS & STEM Networking Meeting

    Thu. September 10, 2026 | 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.

    Emily Pool
    Emily Pool
    CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center

    Flip the Script on Screen Time and Transform Learning with Technology

    Tue. September 15, 2026 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Discover how to help teachers start using tech to enhance the learning experience, with practical examples and actionable strategies for moving classroom activities from passive consumption to active engagement.

    Kumar Kayastha
    Kumar Kayastha
    Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Westchester SD 92.5

    Be Connected: Welcome Back!

    Wed. September 16, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Let's talk about what your team worked on over the summer months. What goals did you accomplish? What projects hit unexpected snags? Tune in to share your team's summer 2026 experience and learn about how the LTC can support you throughout the school year ahead.

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

    Tech Treks: Code Like a Pro in Canva

    Thu. September 17, 2026 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    No coding experience needed! Build, test, and refine your own classroom-ready project while discovering practical ways to create custom learning experiences - all through Canva's beginner-friendly coding environment.

    Emily Pool
    Emily Pool
    CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center

    Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

    Tue. September 22, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Looking to connect with fellow library media specialists and grow your professional learning network?

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center

    Mission Impossible: How to Organize a Building-Wide Tech Challenge

    Tue. September 22, 2026 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Get your whole building excited about tech integration with ready-to-use challenges that keep it simple, celebrate staff successes, and focus on usefulness (instead of becoming just another overwhelming initiative).

    Emilie Rio-Wawrzynski
    Emilie Rio-Wawrzynski
    Instructional Technology Coach, United Township HSD 30

    Microsoft and AI Conversations: Showcase and Updates

    Tue. September 29, 2026 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
    Online IL, United States

    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.

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

    Be Connected: Introducing the “New” LTC Purchasing Program

    Wed. September 30, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    ILTPP has a new name. But they're still focused on saving your district time, money, and effort through every step of procurement. Learn how you can become a member for free and gain access to free quotes, exclusive discounts, and the user-friendly Marketplace.

    Duane Shaffer
    Duane Shaffer
    Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center
  • AI for ELA: Crafting Compelling Content & Critical Readers

    Tue. October 6, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    This virtual workshop is designed for English language arts teachers ready to leverage artificial intelligence for practical classroom applications and responsible integration.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center