EIC x LEAP Summer Social: Inside the 2026-2027 District Agenda
What’s next for Chicago EdTech? Join The EdTech Institute of Chicago (EIC) and LEAP Innovations for an expert panel on district priorities for the 2026-2027 school year, followed by an evening of networking with the city's top innovators and educators.
MEET OUR PANELISTS:
Dr. Terrycita Perry, Chief of Network 13 in Chicago Public Schools
Mary Beck, President of Distinctive Schools
Jaime Barraza, Chief Strategy Officer of the Education Research and Development Institute (ERDI)
The Highlights:
The Panel: A deep dive into national research through a local Chicago administrator lens, exploring AI adoption, student outcomes, and district challenges
The Crowd: Network with founders, district leaders, and education advocates.
The Perks: Light refreshments provided.
Ticket Info & Donations: Admission is open to all. We suggest a $10 donation to help cover the costs of the event and support EIC’s year-round operations. If you cannot attend but wish to support our work, "Donation Only" tickets are also available.
Parking and Transportation:
Public Transit:
CTA #8 Halsted bus: Halsted/Van Buren stop, walk one block west to the office
CTA Blue line: UIC-Halsted stop, walk one block north to Van Buren St. out of either exit, then one block east (from west exit) / one block west (from east exit) to the office
Divvy bike station: Peoria St./Jackson Blvd., walk one block south on Peoria St. to the office
Metra Halsted Stop: Halsted/16th St., walk east to Halsted and walk south until you pass 14th St. Stairs are under the bridge. (25-30 minute walk)
Parking:
There is very limited non-metered parking available in the area
Metered street parking is available on Jackson Blvd. between Morgan St. and Green St.
There are public parking garages available in the surrounding area
Parking reservations (ei. SpotHero) are highly encouraged