Location Online Registration 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM PLEASE NOTE: No EI credit will be awarded for this event. This capstone session of the IEP Essentials series is designed for administrators to master the collaborative and forward-looking aspects of the Individualized Education Program. The training will underscore the critical importance of meaningful parental involvement as […]
Location Kankakee Community College 100 College Dr Kankakee, IL 60901 Registration 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM This one-day training is designed for educators and families supporting young children on the autism spectrum. It provides practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance engagement, communication, and social development across both academic and home settings, while also addressing challenging behaviors. […]
LocationOnline - at your home or SchoolRegistration8:45 AM - 9:00 AMThe Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children […]
Location Online - at your computer Time 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Registration 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM Presenters Becky Handler and Katie Suchy Description: Join Becky and Katie for the 2025–2026 ECSE Teacher Cohort! Whether you’re new to the field, a returning cohort participant, or a seasoned early childhood special educator, this year’s cohort […]
Location Online - at your home or School Registration 6:30PM - 7:30PM ** This event will be presented in English with Spanish translation ** ** Este evento se presentará en inglés con traducción al español. ** ** PD Credit will not be awarded for attending this event. ** Toilet training can sometimes be a difficult […]
Dates September 22 & November 10, 2025; January 12, March 9, & May 4, 2026 Location Online - at your home or School Registration 3:15pm - 3:30pm We invite Illinois Early Childhood Professionals who work with students receiving Special Education Services to come together and share ideas and practices on how to support the Early […]
Dates September 9 & November 18, 2025, January 13, March 10, & May 12, 2026 Location Online - at your home or School Registration 3:15pm - 3:30pm This community of practice will provide an opportunity for in-depth conversation around the process of Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services. These collaborative conversations allow participants […]
Location Online - at your home or School Registration 6:15PM - 6:30PM Webinar 6:30PM - 7:30PM Optional Q & A 7:30PM - 8:00PM ** This event will be presented in English with Spanish translation ** ** Este evento se presentará en inglés con traducción al español. ** ** No PD Credit will be awarded for […]
Location Online - at your home or School Registration 6:45PM - 7:00PM Webinar 7:00PM - 8:30PM ** No PD Credit will be awarded for this event. ** Training for parents in the “Goldilocks Zone” of exposure therapy for Selective Mutism is about learning how to support your child in a way that feels safe, manageable, and encouraging. […]
Location Central Middle School - 18146 Oak Park Ave, Tinley Park, IL Registration 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Designing Inclusive Art & Music Systems for Young Children (Birth–5) This hands-on implementation lab equips early childhood educators, early intervention professionals, and preschool staff with practical, standards-aligned strategies to integrate art and music into learning environments serving children […]
LOCATION CHANGED TO: VILLAGE OF ORLAND PARK CIVICS CENTER REC DEPARTMENT 14750 S RAVINIA AVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Registration: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Description: Grounded in Dr. Angela Searcy’s Push Past It! framework, this session helps educators “change the state to educate” by identifying Amy G. (the amygdala) in action. Participants learn practical […]
Location District 63 Early Learning Center 9000 Capitol Dr, Des Plaines, IL Registration 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Create Community and Connection in your classroom by introducing engaging music that encourages sharing, interaction, and brain and body building through songs, movement, rhythm and spoken word. We'll explore the qualities, presentation methods and content of musical […]