LEARN WITH IDEA

We are so glad you are here, and we can’t wait to learn with you in-person or virtually at one of our many events. 


Our goal is to make our learning opportunities relevant, engaging, and, most of all, inspiring. 


And we know some people love events and others avoid them like the plague. So, we promise that no matter how the word “event” makes you feel, you will find a webinar, course, or conference that is a good fit for you.

Upcoming Events

IDEAcon

February 17-19, 2025

IDEAcon isn't just a conference; IDEAcon is an experience.


From daily thought leaders in the areas of education and DEI and Accessibility who represent innovative practices both locally and across the country to hundreds of sessions that allow you to truly customize your IDEAcon experience based on your own comfort level and curiosity with idea/skills/tools 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.

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Wednesday Webinars

Forget wearing pink. On Wednesdays we host webinars! IDEA has an amazing network of partners and education experts who help us put on a FREE one-hour webinar each week. Topics range from SEL to web design and everything in between! 

Upcoming Webinars Past Webinars

ideaU Summer Institute

ideaU is a three-day, virtual conference hosted by IDEA every August. It’s a place where you can connect with fellow educators, learn in an engaging and fun environment, and get inspired for the upcoming school year. The conference includes both live and watch-on-demand sessions.




Administrator Academies

We talk a lot about teachers, but we also want to be a resource for all of our school administrators and coaches out there!


IDEA Administrator Academies is a program in which Illinois school district administrators and coaches participate to meet legislated requirements for continuous professional development.

Central IL K12 Education Showcase

October 17, 2024

There is no better way to decide on your education technology providers than by having 1:1 conversations in-person with the people most knowledgeable about those products and this event is just the place to make that happen!


This free, open-house style event is for Administrators, Tech Directors, and CTOs to get hands-on experience with the latest technology for education 

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Workshops & Courses

IDEA offers a variety of professional learning opportunities for groups and individuals. Whether you are looking for something live and in-person or are wanting to learn on your own time, we have the resources to help you succeed. 


Gain expertise in specific skills and learning methods, such as SEL, social media, and more!

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