LEARN WITH IDEA:
Upcoming Events
Register for an upcoming IDEA event:
IDEA Kishwaukee Chapter | SLEdCon (State Line Education Conference)
7/29/2025 - 7/8/2025 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM in Rockford, IL
Join the IDEA Kishwaukee Chapter on July 29 at Rockford University for SLEdCon. Discover the latest trends in ed-tech, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for integrating technology in education.
Interested in presenting? Submit a session proposal by June 1 HERE.
Illinois educators can earn 5 PDHs for attending this in-person event.
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.
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
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!
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.