Illinois Elevating Special Educators Network - IESE

09/10/2026

📣 Registration closes Friday, September 11!

Don’t miss the IESE Network’s Fifth Annual Special Education Summit, designed specifically to support special education professionals as we begin the 2026–2027 school year.

Join us for an opportunity to learn, share, grow, and connect with fellow educators. Breakout sessions will cover:

📚 Literacy
📝 Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
🤝 Inclusive Practices
⭐ High-Leverage Practices
💡 Behavior
👥 Co-Teaching
🗣️ Collaboration

This year’s summit will also feature keynote speaker Tara Soesbe—founder of Limitless Human Co., educator, author, disability advocate, and proud sibling of a brother with Down syndrome.

With more than 20 years of experience in education, Tara combines powerful storytelling, practical strategies, and authentic connection to inspire educators to lead with purpose, strengthen relationships, and create cultures where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered to shine—just as they are!

⏰ Register by Friday, September 11, to reserve your spot. We hope to see you there!

09/03/2026

We are currently experiencing technical issues with our website and primary email account. You may still register for upcoming events using the link below:

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If you need assistance, please contact us at [email protected] or call 217-893-3219, ext. 105.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve these issues.

09/02/2026

Join the IESE Network for our fifth annual summit specifically designed to meet the needs of special educators as we launch the 2026-2027 school year. The Summit promises to provide special education professionals opportunities to come together to learn, share, grow, and connect. Summit activities will include a keynote from Tara Soesbe. Tara is the founder of Limitless Human Co., educator, author, disability advocate, and proud sibling of a brother with Down syndrome. With more than 20 years experience in education, Tara combines powerful storytelling, practical strategies, and authentic connection to inspire audiences to lead with purpose, strengthen relationships, and create cultures where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered to shine...just the way they are! This event will be held at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, IL on September 18, 2026 8:30-3:00. We look forward to seeing you.

08/18/2026

Join us for our new Learning Series: Designing, Documenting, and Delivering High-Quality
Specially DESIGNED INSTRUCTION .Our virtual Kickoff Event for all grade levels is Thursday, August 27 from 6:00-8:00 PM . You can register on our website https://www.iesenetwork.org/o/iese/events for this event or any of the great events we offer.

07/15/2026

Join IESE Network for our fifth annual summit at Sauk Wally Community College in Dixon, Illinois on September 18, 2026 from 8:30-3:00 specifically designed to meet the needs of special educators as we launch the 2026-2027 school year.

05/18/2026

In Partnership with ROE #21 and ROE #51 IESE Network is offering a Admin Academy with presenter Dr. PJ Caposey titled "Changing School Culture Through the Teacher Evaluation Process (With a Focus on Supporting Special Educators)". This event will take place via zoom on June 10, 2026 from 9:00 Am to 12:00 PM. Register here https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0014-0031-fceb689108e64abdb1dcb0996b5ec428 .

05/06/2026

Come join the IESE Network as a Program Advisor. We currently have openings in Area 1, Area 2, Area 4, and Area 5.

09/05/2025

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IESE Network is just as excited as Phil to see you at the 4th Annual Special Education Summit on September 19, 2025 at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon IL. You'll receive Phil's survey in your registration confirmation. Register for this free event here: https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0014-0031-15453ef6be594c10b0cc077635472e10

Greetings Special Educataion Summit Goers!Excited to see each and every one of you soon! I have a quick anonymous 3-Question survey to help learn more about ...

09/03/2025

4th Annual Special Education Summit

Join us Friday September 19, 2025 for our 4th Annual Special Education Summit at Sauk Valley Commun...

09/03/2025

Join us Friday September 19, 2025 at Sauk Valley Community College for our 4th Annual Special Education Summit. Join other special educators for a day of networking, learning, and fun. This is a free event.