Illinois Valley Community College

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815 N Orlando Smith Road
Oglesby, IL 61348 United States Get Directions

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    • FarmBeats for Students: Hands-On Precision Agriculture with micro:bit

    Fri. June 12, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $30
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Discover how to grow an organic interest in computer science FarmBeats for Students, a program that combines an affordable micro:bit-based hardware kit with a free, curated curriculum and hands-on activities.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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    The Triple-Threat Toolkit: Powering ELA and Math with Computer Science (ROE 35)

    Thu. June 11, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $30
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Through unplugged activities and creative endeavors, learn how to differentiate instruction so learners can access high-level thinking.

    Emily Pool
    Emily Pool
    CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center
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    • ROE 35 Technology Roundtable

    Tue. April 28, 2026 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    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
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    Seasons of CS: Social Studies and Specials (PE, Music, and Art)

    Fri. April 24, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $30
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Ready to expand computer science beyond the core? This workshop invites K-8 educators to explore innovative ways to blend CS with social studies, art, music, and physical education classrooms.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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    • Canva Mastery for Educators: AI Tools, Video Creation, and Advanced Lesson Design

    Tue. March 10, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $50
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Go beyond the basics and leverage Canva's most advanced features, including Magic Write and Magic Media, to brainstorm ideas, generate content, and create custom visuals with efficiency.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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    • Seasons of CS- ELA and CS

    Fri. February 27, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $30
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Ready to ignite student curiosity in K-8? Explore how computer science and coding (think sequencing and algorithms) can blend beautifully with English Language Arts topics.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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    Canva Foundations for Educators: Navigating, Creating, and Collaborating

    Wed. February 25, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $50
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    No prior design experience is required. Learn how to navigate Canva's intuitive interface, create engaging visual classroom content, and explore collaborative tools that foster student creativity.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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    ROE 35 Technology Round Table

    Tue. February 17, 2026 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    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
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    • ROE 35 Technology Round Table

    Fri. September 19, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    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
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    Instructional Coaches and Teacher Leaders Roundtable

    Thu. September 11, 2025 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | Free
    Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

    Looking for a way to connect with other coaches and teacher leaders in your area? Whether you're just in need of new ideas or would like to simply pick the brains of other ed professionals, we have an opportunity you will enjoy! Join us for a full day roundtable as we use this time and space to discuss what is in our minds at this point in the school year.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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