Lori Sorenson

Chief Technology Officer, State of Illinois

[Illinois State Board of Education @ISBEnews]

It's a less publicized, but essential part of the E-rate funding process – you won't get any money unless you complete Commitment and Invoicing forms. @ltcillinois will walk you through the process in a webinar Thurs. at 1 p.m. Register now at https://t.co/0eLoh2ZXeR

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

I’m excited to be here at Ridgely Elementary in Springfield to announce our statewide strategic initiative to expand broadband in communities across our state: Connect Illinois.

[EducationSuperHighway @EdSuperHighway]

Each year, EducationSuperHighway works to build a complete and up-to-date picture of every district using school connectivity data. Here’s how this data can help school leaders upgrade district networks: https://t.co/KCHuqgnRMq

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

Pedro says it’s Mandatory Fun Day at the the @ILStateFair! In honor of harness racing day, stop by and checkout our new #Hexbug #LEGO racetrack made by #K12 students. Come pick a winner! @IllinoisDoIT @ronguerrier @JenRicker @loricsorenson #digitallearning #K12 #STEM #Fun

[Lori Sorenson @IllinoisCTO]

@illinoiscto 🙋‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[EducationSuperHighway @EdSuperHighway]

"Research literature shows that seventh-grade is the year where girls get turned off from science. They either see themselves as future scientists or they don’t." It's so important for initiatives like these to exist to support girls in #STEM.

https://t.co/zZYPQz1E9T

[Next Century Cities @NextCentCit]

New on our blog: State Actions to Facilitate Broadband Deployment https://t.co/zJ6Og28I4H

[DoIT @IllinoisDoIT]

Open opportunity at DoIT - details below:
https://t.co/IvGfg1u7tA
@ronguerrier @loricsorenson

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

Buzzworthy Learning BeeBots! A perfect #tech tool for engaging 1st graders at Martinsville Elementary School to read by using the 4 C’s (Creative, Collaborate, Critical Thinking & Communicate) And the 5th “C”is total Cuteness! #ILTECH2019 @loricsorenson @IllinoisDoIT @ICNRobin

[Lori Sorenson @IllinoisCTO]

Kudos to the teachers, technology directors and administrators supporting technology in the classroom.

[IDEA @ideaillinois]

Students from the afternoon session of #ILTECH2019 presenting on how they use technology in their classrooms.

[Lori Sorenson @IllinoisCTO]

So what were you doing in 6th grade? These two started a business. They were fortunate to have access to technology, coding and mentoring at their school. #ILTECH2019

[Lori Sorenson @IllinoisCTO]

And he has shared his passion on @TheEllenShow. For me, that’s as good as is gets.

[Lori Sorenson @IllinoisCTO]

Wow. An amazing Illinois student sharing his love and passion for science, technology and story telling. Credit to his classroom teachers for the guidance and support.

[IDEA @ideaillinois]

So inspired by young students like @natepodcasts and @CleanMCVideos who shared their stories with so many peers at the #ILTECH2019 TECH Talk. We’re so proud of your many accomplishments. #illinoisproud #StudentVoice #edtech

[Lori Sorenson @IllinoisCTO]

Wow. An amazing Illinois student sharing his love and passion for science, technology and story telling. Credit to his classroom teachers for the guidance and support.

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

Curious about science? Just ask 8 year old Nate Butkus! He started podcasting
at age 5 - "The Show About Science". Nate gave a rousing & inspirational
speech to kick off TECH Talk @ #ILTECH2019 @loricsorenson @ICNRobin @IllinoisDoIT https://t.co/sEZVUEi9ih

[Illinois State Board of Education @ISBEnews]

Happy Illinois Science Education Week! This week, we’re celebrating science teachers across the state. RT to thank your science teachers!

[Merit Network @meritnetwork]

A federal grant program with $4.5 billion to expand broadband internet into rural areas is on hold while the FCC investigates whether or not the maps submitted for the grant are accurate. https://t.co/j6XKwFU1aq #MichiganMoonshot #FixTheDamnInternet

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

#ILTECH2019 inspiring the next generation of #innovators! See first-hand how #innovation & #technology impacts the #K12 classroom. DoIT-ICN is proud to be a supporter of @ice_il. Imagine the Future! @loricsorenson @ICNRobin @Frank_ICN @amber_heffner @IllinoisDoIT @ronguerrier

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

Our next generation of leaders will be #innovators! Giving kids the right #tech tools fosters growth & prepares them for the future. See how #technology impacts #K12 students @#ILTECH2019. DoIT-ICN a proud sponsor! @loricsorenson @IllinoisDoIT @ronguerrier @ice_il @amber_heffner

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

#Innovative Young Minds! #k12 Kids + #Innovation + #Technology are changing the world! See first-hand how #technology impacts the classroom. DoIT-ICN is proud to be a supporter & sponsor of #ILTECH2019! @ice_il @loricsorenson @IllinoisDoIT @amber_heffner @ronguerrier @ICNRobin

[Valerie Bolinger @valbolinger]

Attendees of the 2019 ILEAS Conference 3/24-3/25 will have the opportunity to visit with DoIT-ICN staff @ Booth #40. Check out our new services & find the right solution for your business #cybersecurity #publicsafety @IllinoisDoIT @loricsorenson @ICNRobin @ronguerrier @Frank_ICN