Kane County Institute Day 2027

Featured Speaker

Ming Shelby

Ming Shelby, Ed.S is dedicated to inspiring students, teachers, and staff through positive learning experiences. She has committed her career to fostering courageous communities where personal and academic transformation thrives. With her roots as a teacher in the Chicago suburbs, Ming experienced the joys of building a school community and collaborating with families to provide top-notch learning experiences for students.

Her journey led her to become an Instructional Coach, where she transitioned from the classroom to empowering fellow educators. She found profound satisfaction in celebrating teachers’ successes and expanding her impact beyond her students. In her current role as a Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Ming collaborates with administrators, staff, and families to make well-informed curricular and instructional decisions for the benefit of students.

Ming’s philosophy revolves around the belief that courage is an essential catalyst for personal growth. She advocates for intentional learning experiences, authentic personal development, and strategic support to nurture communities where courage thrives. Ming’s dedication and vibrant energy make her a speaker who continually inspires and empowers other educators, fostering a culture of growth and courage within educational communities nationwide. Learn more at TopYouthSpeakers.com

Online Courses

We provide timely and relevant support to educators in their journey to meet the ever-increasing demands of teaching and leading through a variety of synchronous and asynchronous online workshops. All offerings provide participants with research-based, relevant resources and help address the critical issues facing educators today. 

Through these opportunities, educators are empowered to make immediate and long-lasting changes in their professional practice to help increase student achievement while also meeting their social and emotional needs.

Administrator Academies

By statute, every administrator must complete a minimum of one approved academy annually and a minimum of five in each administrator certificate renewal period.  

The Illinois Online Academy provides a range of online academies that meet this criteria while providing research-based strategies to help you on you journey. Topics range from combatting educator burnout, meeting and presentation tips, restorative practices, and more.