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2026 - Workforce Week State of Education

2026 - Workforce Week State of Education

Friday, October 2, 2026 (7:00 AM - 9:00 AM) (CDT)

Description

Join us as we kick off the new school year with an update on the state of both public K-12 education and higher education in McLean County, presented by Regional Office of Education #17

Attendees will hear directly from local superintendents and university presidents as they share successes, discuss challenges ahead, and explore new ways to strengthen collaboration between business and education.

Schedule:

7:00 AM |         Breakfast & Networking 

7:30 – 9:00 AM | Panel Discussion 
              

Panelists:
  • Bryce Hanson – Bloomington Career Academy
  • Dr. Mouser – District 87
  • Dr. Weikle – Unit 5
  • President Keith Cornille - Heartland Community College
  • President Andover Tarhule - Illinois State University
  • President Sheahan Zenger - Illinois Wesleyan University

Education leaders are eager to celebrate recent accomplishments, grow partnerships with the business community, and work together to identify opportunities that support continued academic excellence.

Please note, food and beverage is NOT allowed in the auditorium.

Pricing

$15 - Members
$25 - Nonmembers

Heartland Community College Astroth Community Education Center
1500 W Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761 United States

Building 13 on map below.



Event Contact
Lily Hoops
3098291188
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Friday, October 2, 2026 (7:00 AM - 9:00 AM) (CDT)

7:00 AM |         Breakfast & Networking 

7:30 – 9:00 AM | Panel Discussion 

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