https://www2.illinois.gov/education/ALPLM/alplm-lincoln-teacher-workshops
Lincoln Teacher Workshops
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A primary goal of the ALPLM Education Department is to help teachers teach. To that end, teacher workshops are an important component of Education Department programming. Workshops are designed for educators in most subjects and in all grade levels unless otherwise indicated.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/parents/ISBE/assistive-technology-disabilities
Find Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities
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Learn more about equipment, funding, consultation, evaluation resources, implementation strategies, best practices, and other services available to ensure children with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/parents/ISBE/home-school
Home School My Child
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Find information on home schooling in Illinois and ISBE’s optional home schooling registration form.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/parents/ISBE/parcc
Find Information on the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC)
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PARCC is Illinois' required accountability assessment for public school students in third through 12th grades. PARCC assesses students based on the new Illinois Learning Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/educators/ISBE/sat
Find Information on the SAT
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The College Board’s SAT with essay is the state's required accountability assessment for high school and also serves as a free college admissions exam. All public school students in 11th grade must take the SAT with essay in order to graduate with a regular diploma.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/students/ISBE/career-ed-information
Find Career & Technical Education Information
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Career and Technical Education programs in areas such as agricultural, business, marketing, computer technology, and engineering provide instruction for careers in high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand occupations.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/parents/ISBE/legislation-schools
Find Legislation Regarding Illinois Schools
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The Illinois State Board of Education advocates for policies that enhance education, empower districts, and ensure equitable outcomes for all students. Read frequently asked questions and summaries of education-related bills.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/learning-resources/CMS/trip
Teachers' Retirement Insurance Program
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Information on the Teachers' Retirement (health) Insurance Plan
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/parents/ISBE/special-ed-services
Find Special Education Services Information
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Special Education Services assures that school districts’ programs and services for students with special needs meet state and federal requirements.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/educators/ISBE/resources-teachers
Find Resources for Teachers
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Educators can find resources to help students grow and achieve, including links to webpages organized by program area, a list of announcements and deadlines, and a list of frequently asked questions.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/educators/DNR/order-publications
Order Natural Resources Publications Online
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IDNR publications can be ordered online.
https://www2.illinois.gov/education/parents/ISBE/early-childhood
Find Early Childhood Programs & Resources
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Learn more about the Birth through Third Grade Continuity Project, the Prevention Initiative, Preschool For All, the Preschool Expansion Model, Kindergarten, Early Childhood Special Education, and resources for Preschool English Language Learners.