TEC21 Workshop Program

TEC21 is a unique professional development strategy with a vision to: 1. Connect Lutheran educators at local, regional and national levels. 2. Assist teachers in gaining a new level of expertise. 3. Encourage and equip TEC21 participants to become peer resources in their schools.

Workshop Registration

Enrollment for the 2014/2015 school term opens February 1, 2014, for Lutheran elementary schools within approximately a 60-mile radius of established workshop centers and centers confirmed for launch in 2014/2015:

Anaheim, Calif. (Zion Lutheran)
Collinsville, Ill. (Good Shepherd Lutheran)

Grafton, Wis. (St. Paul Lutheran)
La Mesa, Calif. (Christ Lutheran)

Munster, Ind. (St. Paul Lutheran)
Overland Park, Kan. (Bethany Lutheran)
Perryville, Mo. (Immanuel Lutheran)

Phoenix, Ariz. (Christ Lutheran)
Seward, Neb. (Concordia University-Nebraska)
St. Louis, Mo. (Abiding Savior Lutheran)
West Point, Neb. (St. Paul Lutheran)
Wichita, Kan. (Holy Cross Lutheran)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to attend?
Elementary educators who are currently teaching in grades K-8. Space is limited! Maximum capacity for a workshop is 10 educators.

How much does it cost?
The cost of the workshops is $1000 for seven energetic, content-rich sessions.

What does my teacher receive?
• Exposure to the most compelling technology tools available for the 21st-century classroom.
• Training, guidance and support, including critical materials and resources, and online learning and networking systems.
• Phone, email, text and video chat support as needed throughout the school year.
• Life-long membership to the TEC21 peer learning community.

Are there opportunities to offset the cost of this program?
Scholarships are available for first-time schools. Through the generosity and support of the Kansas Legacy Fund, the Lutheran Church Extension Fund and the TEC21 Angel Donors Fund, $500 scholarships will be awarded to new schools joining the TEC21 community. Additionally, many schools draw support from title money through their local Unified School District.

Important deadlines and fees:
March 31—online registration ends.
June—2014/2015 workshop dates are announced.