Save the date for Leadership Connections 2027

McCormick Institute for Early Childhood

BY   | September 2, 2026

Jose Zavala is an IT Support Specialist II at the McCormick Institute for Early Childhood at National Louis University (NLU), a computer science graduate from NLU, and an aspiring cybersecurity professional. Driven by a lifelong passion for technology, he combines hands-on technical troubleshooting experience with an academic foundation in computer science to keep critical digital systems running smoothly. Jose is actively pursuing advanced industry certifications to deepen his expertise in digital defense and data security. 


Resources

Here are some resources on keeping your computer updated, and some assistant software listed by brand: 




Also, try this questionnaire if you need help selecting a Windows PC: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/help-me-choose 


Try this questionnaire if you need help selecting a Mac PC: https://www.apple.com/mac/best-mac/#usage 

Leadership Connection 2027

Dates: May 19-21, 2027 

Location: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 Thoreau Dr N, Schaumburg, IL 60173


The Leadership Connections conference features interactive sessions and captivating keynote speakers specifically for leaders in early childhood education and care (ECEC): center-based, school-based, and family child care program administrators, program coordinators, technical assistance specialists, advocates, researchers, and more.


The theme of the 2027 conference is "Leading in Harmony: Creating Rhythms of Trust, Collaboration, and Growth."


Click here to learn more about Leadership Connections

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Jose Zavala is an IT Support Specialist II at the McCormick Institute for Early Childhood at National Louis University (NLU), a computer science graduate from NLU, and an aspiring cybersecurity professional. Driven by a lifelong passion for technology, he combines hands-on technical troubleshooting experience with an academic foundation in computer science to keep critical digital systems running smoothly. Jose is actively pursuing advanced industry certifications to deepen his expertise in digital defense and data security.
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