All Things EdTech With FireFly Computers
FireFly Computers shares a weekly blog covering a variety of questions you didn't even realize you were seeking the answers for....
The New CTL Chromebooks & Chromebox Have Arrived
In the October edition of the CTL monthly catalog, the launch of the company's newest devices was announced, including the CTL Chromebox CBx2...
Empower Tomorrow’s Digital Citizens With These Resources
So, what exactly is “digital citizenship”? And more importantly, how can an educator like you fit it into your regular curriculum?...
CatchOn Premiers New Student-Level Data Module
CatchOn has now made it much easier to measure, track, and communicate the data you need with their new integrated module....
Dude Solutions Launches Strategic Asset Management Tool for Government & Education
Dude Solutions announced the addition of a strategic asset management tool, Capital Predictor™...
Request a Free Esports Consult with ByteSpeed
ByteSpeed is extending ILTPP members an exciting offer of free, no-pressure esports consultations through Gravity Gaming!...
Boxlight Acquires Sahara Presentation Systems: Including Clevertouch and Sedao Brands
Boxlight, an ILTPP interactive technology solutions partner, announced it has acquired Sahara...
Pitsco Education: You can STEM ANYWHERE!
Pitsco Education has updated resources, considerations, and products to keep you teaching and learning at home or at school, not matter where you are....
Securly Announces New Clever, Classlink, and OneRoster Integrations
Securly Classroom supports class roster integration with Classlink and Clever, as well as any student information system that offers OneRoster endpoints....
See Updates on G Suite Enterprise for Education Licensing & Savings
G Suite Enterprise for Education is offering K12 schools advanced security controls and enhanced collaboration tools that elevate teaching and learning....
Quill.com Has Everything You Need For Safe Schools & Modified Instruction
Quill is providing ILTPP members this $15 off coupon, FREE shipping, and deep discounts on top technology, supplies, and furniture!...
Impero Presents a Free Forever, Cloud-Based Student Safety Solution
Record, manage and track student mental health and safety concerns anytime, anywhere and at zero cost with Impero back:drop....
Learning Space Design Plays a Key Role in Supporting Tech Use. Here’s How.
Check out what School Specialty has identified as critical for a modern learning space that supports 21st century learning, in and out of the classroom....
CARES Act & Clear Touch Education Solutions
Clear Touch has created multiple edtech solutions that qualify for the EdTech and PD categories of the CARES Act fund usage guidelines....
Share These ‘7 Tips to Extend Your Chromebook’s Battery Life’ With Your Students
Is your Chromebook battery draining fast? This could be for a variety of reasons. Let AGParts Education help...
Helping K-12 Schools & Districts Adapt to Distance Working, Teaching, and Learning
Quickly deploy HP print solutions, bridge gaps in student learning and creativity, enable...
HOWARDedu: We Do IT + An Exclusive Special Buy!
Capture attention and maintain student focus with the right technology from HOWARDedu — easy to use technology that promotes active learning....
SMART Learning Suite Online’s New Instructional Audio
Hit the ground running with these new SMART Learning Suite updates for blended learning. Reach students everywhere and engage in real-time....
Create Your Own Daily and Weekly Remote Learning Plans
Wide Open School has continued to improve the site so parents, caregivers, and teachers can find the advice and support they seek about distance...
Avail Digital Program for Students with IDD/Autism
Avail Support provides digital and individualized teaching of goals noted in educational plans for students with Autism and other cognitive related disabilities....
Inspire Creativity with the Adobe Premiere Rush Professional Learning Kit
Download this professional learning kit for Adobe Premiere Rush, a modern all-in-one video editing solution created to quickly edit and publish videos....
ThinkPad Series Explained: E, L, and T-Series
Anthony Braulick, FireFly’s Lenovo Specialist, talks through Lenovo’s 2020 updates and the main differences between ThinkPad’s E, L, and T-Series....
Why Shawnee Mission Schools Chose Lightspeed Systems For Virtual Learning
SMSD found that Lightspeed could provide the best potential for reliable and efficient connectivity....
ILTPP’s Webcam Shortage Solutions
ILTPP has been in contact with our vendor partners and has compiled a list of products and discounts currently available. Login or become a member to access this member-exclusive list!...
4 Ways CatchOn Boosts Remote Learning Efficacy
Check out four ways CatchOn empowers districts to most effectively manage remote and blended learning in the 21st century classroom....
Edmentum Q&A Recording, Pricing, and More!
ILTPP has negotiated a short-term agreement with Edmentum during the month of August. Login to access the short-term pricing and resources....
Eliminate Paper with Adobe Sign While Improving Student, Staff and Faculty Experiences
JourneyEd, assists districts in not only eliminating paper with Adobe Sign, but accessing significant savings...
An ILTPP Update: Industry-Wide Chromebook Shortage
When can you expect to receive your Chromebook orders? ILTPP shares an update to its members on extended lead times....
ByteSpeed Adds Discounted Cradlepoint Pricing to ILTPP Agreement
ByteSpeed has recently announced a new partnership with Cradlepoint, adding a diverse offering of LTE and 5G solutions to the ILTPP contract....
New Teams Features Add Creative Ways to Engage Students
Microsoft has shared some highlights of new Teams features that will be most helpful for educators, students, and families....
How to Automate Staff Accounts for School Districts
SPS provides insight into taking the time to apply the data in a way that will enable automation of staff-related email distribution lists....
Blended Learning, the New Normal
itslearning consulted education experts to assist in putting together a list of LMS articles and resources to help districts prepare for digital learning for this upcoming school year....
ILTPP Partner Thermal Screening & PPE Solutions
As ILTPP began receiving inquiries from members, we have identified and compiled contracted thermal screening products and solutions....
Put the Daktronics Difference to Work for Your School
Daktronics can supply, deliver, and install the best looking, most reliable equipment for indoor and outdoor use in the industry...
Prepare Your Classroom for Liftoff with Pitsco Drones
Check out Pitsco Education's drone options below and enter to win a Drone Flight Guide Curriculum and Field Elements Kit!...
Zoom Launches Hardware as a Service Program
With Zoom Hardware as a Service, deploy a world-class communications experience with a variety of subscription options for phones and meeting rooms....
MESH: Blended Media Literacy, Ethics, Sociology, & History
Mackin Educational Resources' MESH titles provide a new perspective perfect for helping students navigate in today’s ever-changing world....
Prepare Students with 4G LTE Hotspots & Chromebooks
FireFly Computers wants to assist you in making sure each and every student is prepared for distance learning with Kajeet internet solutions....
Your Ultimate Guide for Returning to Work Today and Planning for Tomorrow
Konica Minolta's Return-To-Work solution includes Virtual Health Checks, Thermal Imaging, Incident...
Discover Statewide Assistive Technology Training & Technical Assistance at No Cost
Infinitec is a member-based organization providing state of the art assistive technology, training,...
Transitioning From Classrooms to Distance Learning with Securly
Learn more about how Securly can ease the transition by checking out these distance learning solutions available under contract!...
Boxlight Announces MimioConnect, a Blended Learning Platform
Boxlight Mimio announces a blended learning platform that allows you to present engaging assessments and collaborative activities from anywhere....
Howard EDU Presents a CARES Act Spending Portfolio
Howard Technology Solutions has created a portfolio of products and services available for purchase with CARES Act funding....
On the Money: A Look at IT Leaders’ Budget Concerns
EdTech Magazine looks at considerations of understanding IT spending, as it is even more crucial for K–12 decision-makers today....
Being Ready for Back-to-School Has a Whole New Meaning
School Specialty has brought together a wide variety of products designed to meet the demands of this time and the needs of your school community....
CARES Act Funding for Education Technology and Hybrid Learning in K-12
How does the CARES Act funding apply to education technology budgets at the K-12 level, and how might...
Unlock Creativity with Glowforge for your Classroom
Midwest Technology Products is excited to announce that Glowforge 3D Laser Printers are now available for discounted purchase with ILTPP!...
Representing Mental Illness in High School Collections
Mackin presents a list showcasing two fiction books, one nonfiction book, and one graphic novel in response to the need for student mental health awareness....
What the Kajeet Agreement Extension Means for ILTPP Members
By assisting ILTPP members with identifying which service provider will best suit their district's unique connectivity needs, Kajeet is working to end the digital divide...
So, You Have Some Devices You Need Fixed…
No matter who you bought your technology from, FireFly's warranty and repairs solutions give you the support you need to keep your devices up and running....
Requesting a Quote or Making an Order? Always Mention ILTPP!
The Illinois Learning Technology Purchase Program (ILTPP) can assist you in saving time and money with all educational technology purchases....
Microsoft Teams and itslearning: How to Get Started
You can add an MS Teams meeting anywhere in itslearning and Fronter 19 that has a rich text editor for instance assignments, or note....
Simple, Safe, and Accurate Fever Screening for Districts
A company known as X.Labs saw a need for a product to rapidly assist districts once re-opening begins. X.Labs immediately released a new...
Remote Learning Fosters Numerous Student Security & Privacy Risks
Videoconferencing and social media uses raise many concerns with remote learning, including protecting students' academic and personal data....
Professional Development to Reinvigorate Teaching and Learning
School Specialty offers a variety of Professional Development opportunities to help you implement new programs and engage students....
The Autonomous Enterprise: Many Vendors, Many Choices
Extreme’s software-driven network infrastructure is a foundational layer for enabling a secure, scalable, and efficient use of cloud, edge, and IoT applications....
Need It Yesterday? That’s ITsavvy’s Specialty.
ITsavvy has over 1,000,000 products and more than 1,000 name brands you trust. Plus they send out 99% of in-stock items the same day as ordered....
Zero-Touch Chromebook Deployment
FireFly Zero-Touch Chromebook Deployment is absolutely the safest and easiest way to distribute devices to your students. It's also friendlier on your budget than you may think....
AGParts Education – Tips & Solutions
AGParts Education supports 1:1 digital learning school districts with new and reclaimed Chromebook and laptop parts, device buyback, Chromebook repair, motherboard services, and more....
SHI’s Remote Cloud Solutions
Find information on SHI services, advice from experts, training events, and offers from trusted partners that will continue helping you support your school or district's success in difficult times....
Self-Paced & Teacher-Led Distance Learning with SMART
Learn how to easily use the content you have to engage in remote learning with SMART Learning Suite Online software via Google and Microsoft integrations....
FireFly – Order Chromebooks Early (If You Can)
FireFly Computers is looking to hear your Chromebook needs and concerns while assisting districts in providing students with the proper edtech....
Istation – Blended Learning for Reading, Math, and Spanish
ILTPP and Istation have partnered to provide members discounted formative assessments, adaptive curriculum, personalized data profiles, teacher resources...
May 5-6 – Virtual Dude University 2020
Dude Solutions is offering a free virtual conference with training, industry best practices, and information about what new and exciting solutions are coming soon from The Dude....
CTL Announces New Convertible and Rugged Touchscreen Chromebook Models
CTL announced four new Chromebooks as part of its new NL71 series of rugged Chromebooks, as well as...
Midwest Technology Products – An Updated Catalog
Midwest Technology Products has hundreds of new products in its 2020 catalog and online! Check out and browse the full online catalog....
Nearpod & Flocabulary: Technology That Connects. Anytime. Anywhere.
Whether you’re already using Nearpod or are thinking about getting started, Nearpod is here to support with virtual learning resources....
Relay Filter: Online Activity Dashboard is Here to Help with Remote Learning
The key to successful remote learning is information, and that’s what Relay's Online Activity Dashboard...
Remote, Digital Educational Program for Individuals with Cognitive Related Disabilities
Join ILTPP, TechXtend, and Avail Support to discuss a remote in-home special educational program...
How COVID-19 Has Temporarily Transformed the Education Landscape
With the rapid spread of COVID-19, school districts across the country have had to quickly adopt new measures to ensure continued learning...
JourneyEd’s Remote Learning Solutions
JourneyEd offers a wide variety of remote learning solutions, including Adobe, Microsoft, Zoom, and device leasing options!...
GoGuardian Publishes Extensive Resource Hub
GoGuardian has put together this list of resources to support your school’s e-learning practice. The company will continue to update this list...
The Latest Esports News & Resources
Over 50 schools in Illinois alone have already assembled esports clubs and are competing on national levels. Learn how to quickly and easily launch an esports program at your school...
Mackin – We’re In Support of Your Distance Learning Program
Mackin Educational Resources has compiled helpful videos, links, downloadable resources and more to help you with this distance learning transition....
Advanced Google Hangouts Features & Training
Google for Education is providing distance learning solutions, training, and resources to help you stay connected, including advanced features...
School Specialty Supports You, Supporting Your Students
To help you and your efforts go further, School Specialty is offering an additional 10% Savings on top of your district discount....
Complete Book – Reading and Study Package Stations for Home Shipping
Complete Book has set up “kitting stations” so that they can supply reading and study packages directly to students, faculty, and staff at their homes!...
Need Some Zoom Support?
Seeking tutorials, webinars, trainings, or workshops on running and joining Zoom meetings? Visit this page to view every resource available to districts and maximize your Zoom account....
Pitsco’s STEM @ Home Activities, Kits, Resources, and Giveaways
If you’re looking for STEMspiration during these tough times, Pitsco Education has a few ideas to jumpstart your STEM educating!...
Microsoft Teams: Enable Remote Learning for Your Students
Free for schools and universities, Microsoft Teams for Education provides an online classroom so students and educators can continue to focus on learning...
Wide Open School – Online Teaching Resources by Common Sense
Wide Open School is a free collection of the best online learning experiences for kids curated by the editors at Common Sense...
Quill – School Supplies For Your Remote Educators & Learners
While the health of our families and communities is everyone's top priority, Quill remains as committed as ever to doing all we can to support you...
TechXtend – Social & Emotional COVID Pledge
To help alleviate some of the strain of this situation, we have made Gemiini available through districts immediately without the need to prepay for the service....
FireFly Computers: 7 for $7
From management, to repairs, to technical support, you'll get your easiest deployment ever. It includes seven great products for just $7 per month, per device. It's everything you need for a successful 1:1...
Impero to Make Remote Monitoring Software Free to Districts in need of a Remote Learning Solution
Impero Software is making Impero Education Pro free for the remainder of the school year to districts....
Showcase Day 2: On-Demand Recordings & Resources
ILTPP hosted its final day of the 2020 ILTPP Showcase: Gone Virtual with four ILTPP vendor presentations about their MDM services!...
SPS’s Parent Company to Donate Consulting Hours to Help Schools Solve Remote Access Issues
SPS wants to come alongside your technology staff and help you to get through this crisis....
Kajeet Distance Learning Bundles
Kajeet has created a new Distance Learning Program to support our nation’s school districts as they implement distance learning initiatives as a result of closures necessitated by COVID-19....
A Letter From ENA to ILTPP Members
Education Networks of America (ENA) is committed to helping school districts by empowering them with tools and resources that help improve communication, facilitate virtual learning, and track...
Showcase Day 1: Immense Support from ILTPP Members
ILTPP hosts its first day of the 2020 ILTPP Showcase: Gone Virtual with Technology Resource Advisor's (TRA) Chris Elkendier....
VMware licensing change: What the updated per-CPU pricing model means for you
VMware recently announced changes to its per-CPU pricing model that will help further align it with the...
Adobe Enables Distance Learning Globally for Schools Impacted by COVID-19
Adobe is making temporary at-home access to Creative Cloud as a whole. This offer is available until...
FireFly Computers – Deploy Chromebooks Like a Champ!
FireFly Computers does everything in their power to make your job easier. From getting you great pricing on Lenovo Chromebooks, to doing all the device setup...
2020 ILTPP Showcase: Gone Virtual
With consideration for our registrants' safety based on official health recommendations at this time, ILTPP has made the decision to go virtual for the 2020 ILTPP Showcase!...
REMINDER: Zoom for K-12 Schools & Districts
Zoom helps you build today's collaborative classrooms. Enrich teaching and learning, maximize your resources, and improve learning outcomes with Zoom....
FREE Access to SMART Learning Suite Online in Lieu of COVID 19
SMART Technologies announces access to SMART Learning Suite Online is available to all schools affected by the coronavirus outbreak....
Dude Solutions – Leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Provider
Dude Solutions and ILTPP have partnered to provide members discounted operations management solutions as the first facility management solutions offering!...
Pitsco’s 2020 Big Book catalog now available!
Browse the Pitsco Education Big Book and get 2% off your entire purchase with the ILTPP contract. Simply use promo code AEPA22 at checkout!...
Calculating Total Cost of Ownership for New Technology Purchases
Total cost of ownership ought to play a far greater role in your tech purchasing decision than the initial cost—but how do you calculate how much your technology...
2020 ILTPP Showcase Update – MDM Presentations Announced!
With consideration for our registrants' safety based on official health recommendations at this time, ILTPP has made the decision to go virtual for the...