We are accepting presentations for our 22nd National Education Summit in Chicago! The Summit takes place October 14-18, 2025. Click here for the details and apply today! bit.ly/3ZyoSmi

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We continue to affirm that students of all backgrounds and immigration statuses have a right to a free public education and deserve a school that is a safe haven. Visit our website for resources for educators & families. irc.thecenterweb.org/supporting-adv…

🎉 SAM Labs and IALAS invite you to an exciting evening of connection and collaboration: "Putt-ing STEM First" – A SAM Labs Mixer with IALAS 📅 Wednesday, February 5th 📍 Puttshack, Oakbrook ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Register by Jan. 27th! Click here: bit.ly/4gesiRv

I'm so excited to see that Peter Liljedahl loves Innovamat as much as I do! If I were to adopt a new math core today, I would ensure that Innovamat was one of our pilots. EL folks, yes, it's all available in Spanish! If you're curious, hit me up. I can help with that waitlist.

Silver Cross Hospital and the University of St. Francis are partnering to offer qualified graduates of USF's Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography programs loan forgiveness in exchange for accepting full-time employment at Silver Cross! Details at loom.ly/m9myJY4

Last call for the BTC x Innovamat Webinar on "Bringing Thinking to Your Classroom" today at 3:30 PST (6:30 EST). Registration is free. Building Thinking Classrooms Innovamat zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Dual credit programs open doors for students beyond graduation! 🎓 Lazaro Lopez of High School District 214 shares how these programs boost college readiness while keeping education affordable & accessible. Watch now: nce.aasa.org/video-benefits… #NCE2025

No one can be good at two things without first being good at one thing. In learning, going deep is always better than going wide.

Apply to present at our 22nd National Education Summit in Chicago! The Summit takes place October 14-18, 2025. We’re accepting proposals connected to the 2025 Summit theme “The Power of Us.” For more information and to apply, visit alasedu.org/events #ALAS2025

Great to meet some new folks and catch up with some giants at SXSW. Illinois has been an engine of innovation and growth — and I'm showcasing with Rivian and IBM here in Austin that we're leading the way in emerging tech like EVs and quantum.

When it comes to supporting tech-centered learning, schools are navigating how to do more with less. This @DA_Magazine article digs into this topic, highlighting a recent COSN report about the three biggest tech challenges, and how to overcome them: bit.ly/43r5sDA

#RIGOR in learning isn’t about making things more difficult—it’s about fostering deeper, more engaging experiences for students. You’re probably already using some key elements of RIGOR in your teaching! 🎥See how: ow.ly/mvGC50VqrPw #EdChat

Montserrat Garibay, the former assistant deputy secretary and director of the U.S. Dept of Education’s Office of English Language Acquisition Issues a Call to Action on how to support English Language Learners and their families: bit.ly/41N1QdR

🚨 Don’t miss the IALAS 9th Annual Conference! 📅 April 11, 2025 | 📍 Marquardt SD 🎟️ Register: lnkd.in/gb2cXFKw 🎤 Superintendent Panel – IALAS Leaders Series Hear from top leaders on equity, impact & leadership. ✨ Moderated by Elda Garcia Curriculum Associates

Participated in a year long book study with these passionate educators ending with a video call Q&A with the author of Building Thinking Classrooms, Peter Liljedahl. Feeling inspired and excited for the future of classroom engagement.

Luis Robert Jr. now is the SOLE stolen base leader in the MLB with 15! 😮‍💨

Congratulations to Matt Cascio Ed.D. & OHSPrincipal on their first day as superintendents! The North Boone School District & West Carroll School District are fortunate to have your leadership, vision, & passion for education guiding them. Wishing you an amazing start to this new chapter!