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.
IDEAcon
February 9-11, 2026
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.
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!
ideaU Institute
ideaU is a fully virtual event hosted by IDEA each year. Our 2025 event will have a new format that we hope will help rekindle your spark all year long!
Stay tuned for more information!
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.
K-12 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
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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