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Upcoming Events

Register for an upcoming IDEA event:

IDEAcon Call for Proposals Open!

IDEAcon isn't just a conference; IDEAcon is an experience. From daily thought leaders in the areas of education and DEI and Accessibility to hundreds of sessions to evening social events that truly make you feel like you're part of the IDEA family, IDEAcon is a conference you won't forget, for all the right reasons.


We encourage any and all educators to consider submitting a proposal. Last year’s event brought smiles, laughter, learning, and a sense of community for many educators. Let’s continue this momentum and connect, celebrate, and achieve once again in 2024.

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ideaU | Back to Basics

8/1/2025 - 8/31/2025 Online

Join us in August as we go Back to Basics with this on-demand series that will spotlight simple tools that fuel powerful learning. Whether you’re new to the classroom or a returning vet, these bite-sized sessions help educators do more with less and spark big impact through everyday resources.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by August 31.

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Brainwaves & Beverages: A Trivia Throwdown for IDEA

8/10/2025 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM in Peoria Heights, IL

Join us for Brainwaves and Beverages: A Trivia Throwdown for IDEA—a casual brain-fest where clever answers flow and refreshing drinks keep the vibes high. Open to all trivia lovers, this event fuels IDEA member benefits while serving up good laughs, great connections, and maybe a few bragging rights.


Teams can consist of 4-8 people and EACH member of your team will need to register and pay the entrance fee.


Cost: $10 per person

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ideaU | AI in Education

9/1/2025 - 9/30/2025 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle your spark for AI with our September ideaU series. This month we are focusing on the practical uses of AI to enhance teaching and learning.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for this series.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

ideaU | Student Engagement

10/1/2025 - 10/31/2025 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for Student Engagement with our October ideaU series. This month we'll learn strategies for active learning, voice, and choice. 


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by October 31.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

Wednesday Webinar | AI for English Learners

10/8/2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM via Zoom

Join our partners at CS for Success for an engaging hour and discover how artificial intelligence can transform learning for English Learners, exploring everything from emotion recognition activities for our littlest learners to culturally responsive AI lessons for high schoolers.



Illinois educators can earn 1 PDH for attending this webinar live.

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Wednesday Webinar with Common Sense Education

10/15/2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM via Zoom

Join us for an exciting webinar with our friends at Common Sense Education! Details and registration coming soon.

Central Illinois K12 Education Showcase

10/16/2025 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM in Goodfield, IL

This open-house style event is a hands-on experience with the latest technology for education where several K12 technology solution providers will showcase their newest offerings.


Registration coming soon!

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ideaU | Equity & Inclusion

11/1/2025 - 11/30/2025 Online via Edpuzzle

November is all about culturally responsive teaching and accessible design. Join us for the November ideaU series and keep your spark for creating/maintaining equitable and inclusive learning environments ignited.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by November 30.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

ideaU | Joyful Classrooms

12/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for joyful learning with our December ideaU series. This month is all about bringing fun, creativity, and celebration into learning.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by December 31.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

ideaU | Data-Driven Instruction

1/1/2026 - 1/31/2026 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for data-driven instruction with our January ideaU series. This month, we’ll  learn to use data to guide decisions and personalize learning.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by January 31.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

ideaU | Digital Citizenship & Media Literacy

2/1/2026 - 2/28/2026 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for data-driven instruction with our February ideaU series. This month, we’ll  learn to use data to guide decisions and personalize learning.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by February 28.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

IDEAcon 2026

2/9/2026 - 2/11/2026

Join IDEA for three days where educators can be immersed in a community of leaders and learners. Attendees enjoy a welcoming environment as they create their own journey full of breakout sessions, exhibit hall demos, hands-on activities, thought leader talks, networking opportunities and more. Go at your own pace, take the time to discover, and relish the opportunity to learn, share, and play. IDEAcon is where you'll find your next learning adventure. 

Wednesday Webinar with Common Sense Education

2/25/2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM via Zoom

Join us for an exciting webinar with our friends at Common Sense Education! Details and registration coming soon.

ideaU | SEL & Well-being

3/1/2026 - 3/31/2026 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for SEL with our March ideaU series. This month we'll talk about supporting student AND educator mental health and emotional growth.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by March 31.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

Wednesday Webinar | Cross-Curricular Connections

3/18/2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM via Zoom

Join CS for Success for an engaging hour where educators discover how computational thinking transforms teaching across every content area. Experience hands-on problem-solving demonstrations, engage with practical questioning strategies, and collaborate with colleagues as you unlock the natural connections between computer science concepts and your existing curriculum.


Illinois educators can earn 1 PDH for attending this webinar live.

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ideaU | Project-Based Learning

4/1/2026 - 4/30/2026 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for project-based learning (PBL) with our April ideaU series. This month is about authentic, cross-curricular, student-centered learning.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by April 30.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

ideaU | Reflect & Celebrate

5/1/2026 - 5/31/2026 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for reflection with our May ideaU series. As the school year is winding down, let's talk about end-of-year reflections, showcasing growth, and planning forward.


Illinois educators can earn 2-3 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by May 31.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00