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PLC at Work® Institute
Lincolnshire, Illinois | July 28–30, 2025
Build school culture where learning thrives
“After several months of research and dialogue with practitioners throughout the nation, it became apparent that the hype was real. PLCs . . . are being used by schools and districts of all sizes and demographics to make significant impacts on student achievement.”
An APQC® Education Benchmarking Project
The Professional Learning Communities at Work® process is increasingly recognized as the most powerful strategy for sustained, substantive school improvement. This institute gives you and your team the knowledge and tools to implement this powerful process in your school or district.
For three days, you'll have the opportunity to network with some of the most insightful minds in education, with presenters accessible to you throughout the event. This immersive experience includes four powerful keynote speakers at every institute. The fourth and final keynote will explore shared leadership, guiding coalitions, and the impact of a strong, healthy culture—not just for administrators, but for all educators.
Whether you're a teacher, coach, or leader just beginning to explore PLCs, this institute is an excellent way to build your knowledge base. For those who are already involved in deep implementation, it's the perfect opportunity to assess your progress, identify high-leverage next steps, introduce new team members to the process, and get answers to new questions.
As you delve deep into the three big ideas of a PLC—focusing on learning, building a collaborative culture, and results orientation—you will gain specific, practical insights for transforming your school or district into a place where all students learn at high levels, walking away with actionable strategies to drive lasting change together.
VenueAdlai Stevenson High School 1 Stevenson Dr Lincolnshire, Illinois |
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Schedule
On-Site Solution Tree Book Co-Op Open Throughout Event
Agenda and speakers are subject to change.
Monday, July 28th
| 6:30–7:50 a.m. |
Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 7:50–9:45 a.m. | Keynote |
| 9:45–10:00 a.m. |
Break |
| 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Breakouts |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30–2:00 p.m. |
Breakouts |
| 2:00–2:15 p.m. |
Break |
| 2:15–3:15 p.m. | Keynote |
| 4:00–5:30 p.m. | Reception |
Tuesday, July 29th
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. |
Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–9:45 a.m. | Keynote |
| 9:45–10:00 a.m. |
Break |
| 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Breakouts |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30–2:00 p.m. |
Breakouts |
| 2:00–2:15 p.m. |
Break |
| 2:15–3:15 p.m. | Team Time |
| 7:30–11:30 p.m. | Karaoke Night |
Wednesday, July 30th
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. |
Breakouts |
| 9:30–9:45 a.m. | Break |
| 9:45–11:45 a.m. |
Keynote |
Accommodations
Events reach capacity quickly. Please confirm your registration before making travel plans.
While discounted rooms in our hotel room block may be sold out, the primary hotel may still have rooms available at their standard rates. Please inquire directly with the hotel.
Hotels
Primary Hotel
Marriott Lincolnshire Resort
10 Marriott DriveLincolnshire, IL 60069
847.634.0100
Discounted Rate: (single or double) $199 per night
Deadline: July 8, 2025, or until group rate is sold out.
Additional Hotel
Courtyard Chicago Lincolnshire
505 Milwaukee AvenueLincolnshire, IL 60069
847.634.9555
Discounted Rate: (single or double) $179 per night
Deadline: July 18, 2025, or until group rate is sold out.
Events reach capacity quickly. Please confirm your registration before making travel plans.
Parking information:
Stevenson High School: Complimentary
Marriott Lincolnshire Resort: Complimentary
Courtyard Chicago Lincolnshire: Complimentary
All rates are per day and subject to change.
In order to receive the discounted hotel room rate, please mention Solution Tree. After the deadline listed below, rates will be determined by the hotel.
VenueAdlai Stevenson High School 1 Stevenson Dr Lincolnshire, Illinois |
Hear from our attendees
Event Reviews
“I have so many things to take back to my team! The sessions were really excellent and worth the trip! I have lots of new ideas that I have presented to my principal already.”
“Very informative conference! My school team was energized and walked away with concrete examples of how to expand our PLC process.”
“I learned so much about implementing PLCs in my district. This conference gave me all of the research and evidence to show how PLCs impact learning, not only for the students but for the staff as well.”
“The keynote speakers were wonderful, entertaining, inspiring, and informative. The audiovisuals were great, location spectacular, and the accommodations were superb.”
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Additional Information
Product code: CFF821
This event is eligible as a course credit through the University of Lynchburg. Click here to learn more.
Five Reasons to Attend a Solution Tree Event (PDF)
A Letter to Your Boss (DOC)
You will receive a certificate of participation 6 weeks after the event concludes. Please check with your department of education for CEU availability.
On-Site Solution Tree Book Co-op Discounts
- 30% off 5 or more Solution Tree titles or resources
- On-site book co-op open daily throughout the event
Discounts above are for on-site purchases only. Does not include any non-Solution Tree product, toolkit, or sale table items. Purchase orders and credit cards accepted. We now accept Apple, Google and Samsung Pay onsite. Continental US only.
Included with your registration
Learning by Doing
The fourth edition of Learning by Doing comes bundled with our on-demand AI Book Assistant to help you explore key PLC at Work® concepts, apply proven strategies, access new ways to leverage PLCs for a highly effective MTSS, and get real-time support as you work to strengthen collaboration and improve student learning.
AllThingsPLC Magazine Single Event Issue
AllThingsPLC Magazine is a must-have for emerging and veteran professional learning communities (PLCs). Each issue includes PLC research, inspiration, fixes, how-tos, and more.
Event Journal
We’re enhancing your event experience. In addition to providing presentations in digital format, Solution Tree is publishing retail-quality, perfect-bound notebooks expertly designed to support your learning. Any printed handouts or worksheets integrated into your sessions will continue to be provided.
