• Be Connected: IT Certifications

    Wed. May 13, 2026 1:00 pm–1:45 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    Come compare the foundational "big three" paths—CompTIA for vendor-neutral security, Cisco for network infrastructure, and Microsoft/Google for cloud ecosystem mastery— and discuss re-focusing om professional development that actually impacts district operations.

    Eric Muckensturm
    Eric Muckensturm
    IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center

    Creating and Demystifying AI with micro:bits (CS Spring Series)

    Tue. May 12, 2026 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    AI feels like magic, but it’s actually a science your students can master. Shake off spring fever and join us to see how the new micro:bit Create AI tool turns complex concepts into hands-on play.

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

    Picture This: Engagement with AI Image Generation in the Classroom

    Tue. May 12, 2026 3:30 pm–5:00 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    The ability to create images from text is one of today's most exciting technological developments, but how does it actually apply in a classroom?

    From Consumers to Creators: Learning with Code.org! (CS Spring Series)

    Thu. May 7, 2026 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    From high-energy activities to brain-bending puzzles, we're digging into Code.org activities so engaging that students won’t even realize they’re learning (and building real persistence along the way).

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

    Microsoft and AI Conversations

    Wed. May 6, 2026 10:00 am–11:00 am
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    We invite all Microsoft School Districts to join us for an upcoming session showcasing practical use cases of Microsoft AI tools currently transforming classrooms.

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

    1 in 5 Students Struggle with Reading

    Tue. May 5, 2026 1:00 pm–1:30 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    This short, practical webinar explores the cognitive foundations of literacy and how schools can better support students with dyslexia, ADHD profiles, and persistent reading difficulties

    Paul Howard
    Paul Howard
    Head of Growth, Neuralign USA
  • Spring into Action! Projects with micro:bits (CS Spring Series)

    Thu. April 30, 2026 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    Looking for a way to keep your students focused as the weather warms up? Join us for this "make-n-take" session where we’ll dive into hands-on micro:bit projects that bridge the gap between core content and computing.

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

    micro:bit 101 (CS Spring Series)

    Wed. April 29, 2026 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    Eager to try out a micro:bit in your classroom? Learn the basics + discover how these little tools are perfect for re-engaging students with hands-on puzzles, just as that "spring fever" starts to kick in.

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

    Resilience & Technology: Leading through Change

    Wed. April 29, 2026 3:30 pm–4:30 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    This interactive session will explore how education leaders have adapted to past technology shifts and provide practical strategies for tackling today’s digital challenges, from AI in student work to misinformation.

    Jordan Meagher
    Jordan Meagher
    Account Executive, The Social Institute

    Be Connected: Physical Network Security

    Wed. April 29, 2026 1:00 pm–1:45 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    A strong firewall can't do much if someone has unauthorized access to your server room or a network jack. Learn how to lock out that vulnerability by "locking and logging" IDF closets and disabling unused wall ports.

    Eric Muckensturm
    Eric Muckensturm
    IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center

    ROE 12 and ROE 20 Technology Roundtable

    Wed. April 29, 2026 10:00 am–12:00 pm
    Online IL, United States
    Free

    Join us for an open discussion on the current state of technology in our schools.

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

    Declutter & Enhance your Google Digital Life

    Tue. April 28, 2026 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
    Online IL, United States
    $25

    There’s a better way to work! This workshop for daily Google Workspace users will help you develop a workflow that improves efficiency, cuts down on digital clutter, and helps you get stuff done everyday.

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