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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 | 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

ideaU | Digital Citizenship & Media Literacy

6/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 Online via Edpuzzle

Rekindle (or help ignite) your spark for digital citizenship and media literacy with our June ideaU series.


Illinois educators can earn up to 2.5 PDHs for completing this on-demand series by June 30.


IDEA Member Pricing - $29.00

Non-Member Pricing - $39.00

IDEA Northwest Chapter | Teacher Tabletop Tuesday

6/2/2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CT in Freeport, IL

Tabletop gaming is a growing hobby around the world and many educators are looking for ways to integrate them into their classrooms! Join the IDEA Northwest Chapter at Twisted Games & Collectibles in Freeport, IL, on the first Tuesday of each month to explore new games, make connections, and have fun!

Friends and family are welcome to attend. As this is an evening for fun and making connections, IDEA will not be providing PDHs to educators in attendance. 

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TCEA | 2026 AI for Educators Conference

6/9/2026 - 6/11/2026 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM CT Online

Join TCEA for three focused half-days built around one purpose: giving you the tools, strategies, and confidence to make AI work for you, your students, and your school. IDEA has partnered with TCEA to offer Illinois educators up to 48 PDHs for attending this event. When you register and select IDEA as your referral source, it ensures that a share of your registration supports the programs our members rely on.


TCEA members - $159

Non-TCEA members - $188

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TCEA | 2026 Librarian Conference

 6/23/2026 - 6/25/2026 from 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM CT Online

Join TCEA for a three-day learning experience designed for librarians, by librarians. Explore practical strategies, innovative tools, and forward-thinking practices you can implement immediately in your library. IDEA has partnered with TCEA to offer Illinois educators for attending this event. When you register and select IDEA as your referral source, it ensures that a share of your registration supports the programs our members rely on.


TCEA members - $149

Non-TCEA members - $178

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IDEA Northwest Chapter | Teacher Tabletop Tuesday

7/7/2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CT in Freeport, IL

Tabletop gaming is a growing hobby around the world and many educators are looking for ways to integrate them into their classrooms! Join the IDEA Northwest Chapter at Twisted Games & Collectibles in Freeport, IL, on the first Tuesday of each month to explore new games, make connections, and have fun!

Friends and family are welcome to attend. As this is an evening for fun and making connections, IDEA will not be providing PDHs to educators in attendance. 

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IDEA Kishwaukee Chapter | SLEdCon 2026

7/30/2026 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM CT in Rockford, Illinois

This FREE, in-person event will consist of instructional breakout sessions in the morning, followed by collaborative Edcamp-style sessions in the afternoon where educators can share best practices, ideas, and resources.  Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, administrator, or education student, this is the perfect event to kick-off the new school year while connecting with like-minded individuals who share your passion for technology and innovation in education.


Illinois educators can earn up to 5 PDHs for attending this in-person event.


**Submit a session proposal by June 19, 2026 here.

IDEA Northwest Chapter | Teacher Tabletop Tuesday

8/4/2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CT in Freeport, IL

Tabletop gaming is a growing hobby around the world and many educators are looking for ways to integrate them into their classrooms! Join the IDEA Northwest Chapter at Twisted Games & Collectibles in Freeport, IL, on the first Tuesday of each month to explore new games, make connections, and have fun!

Friends and family are welcome to attend. As this is an evening for fun and making connections, IDEA will not be providing PDHs to educators in attendance. 

Learn More!