Edtech PD and Technology Services

Free and low-cost professional learning and services for K-12 districts, educators, and technology leaders.

About Us

An education service agency with a focus on technology.

The Learning Technology Center is a statewide program that supports all public K-12 districts, schools, and educators through technology initiatives, services, and professional learning opportunities. Our goal is to maximize school districts’ access to technology and enhance districts’ use of technology to improve educational opportunities for the students of Illinois.

Events & Training

Professional development events and training that focus on educational technology trends and best practices. From self-paced to interactive workshops, educators learn practical skills and integration strategies they can implement in the classroom immediately.

Services

Services designed specifically for the needs of K12 schools, including consulting, technology and cybersecurity audits, an edtech purchasing cooperative, and more.

Resources

Free downloadable lesson plans, reports, legal briefs, and how-to guides curated to help teachers, coaches, administrators, and library media specialists streamline their workflow and inform their decision-making.

Latest Articles

Stay Up-To-Date

Check out the LTC Blog for tech tips, timely updates, and insights into harnessing educational technology

Finding What You’re Looking For on the Marketplace

Looking for replacement parts? Want to stock up on instructional supplies? Here are four strategies for using the Marketplace to search for everything on your district’s shopping list.

Technology Planning & Procurement
Amanda Bruns
Amanda Bruns
Member Engagement Manager, Learning Technology Center

How IT Departments Can Help Lead the Next Era of School Safety

Safety platforms designed with independent connectivity, redundant gateways, and backup power – which IT leaders know well – help ensure that communications remain operational in a crisis.

Technology Planning & Procurement
Hope Hardin-Borbely
Hope Hardin-Borbely
Purchasing Cooperative Manager, Learning Technology Center

What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

Redistributing key programs, Title funding consolidation, and potential closure – everything that is (and isn’t) changing in federal education policy and procedure based on 2025 announcements.

Digital Equity
Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing, Learning Technology Center
Latest Contracts from ILTPP

Save Money with Cooperative Pricing

ILTPP, the LTC’s cooperative program, empowers Illinois K-12 schools by combining district purchasing power to secure affordable, high-quality technology, digital learning tools, and services from trusted vendors.

Upcoming Events

The LTC holds over 800 professional learning events a year!

Find the perfect PD opportunity for you or your district. Educators will learn, connect, and grow using technology tools that empower educational change with hundreds of options each year for professional growth.

ROE 35 Technology Round Table

Feb 17, 2026
Free

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 18, 2026
Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing, Learning Technology Center

Canva Power-Up: AI, Sheets & Epic Classroom Creations!

Feb 18, 2026
Free

Are you ready to move beyond basic templates and truly master the art of design in Canva?

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
CybersecurityInformation Technology ManagementTechnologyTechnology Infrastructure

Be Connected: Data Backups

Feb 18, 2026
Free

Your data backups are supposed to provide reassurance against interruptions caused by cyber attacks. But what if their next target is…your backups?

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center

Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Feb 18, 2026
Free

Join fellow K-12 librarians each month to discuss shared experiences, ask questions, and share ideas for supporting robust school library programs.

Neha Thakkar
Neha Thakkar
Principal Consultant, Illinois State Board of Education

ROE 56 Tech Networking Meeting

Feb 19, 2026
Free

Curious about how other district technology leaders are tackling challenges and initiatives in their districts? Do you have new technology projects/upgrades going on in your district that others might want to hear about? Share your

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center