Lake County Regional Superintendent of Schools

Joined July 2021
Through our partnership with Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy, we're providing access to high-quality learning to every corner of Illinois. At @NDistrict34 HS, we heard how IVSA helps solve staffing and access challenges — and watched a physics lesson taught by an IVSA teacher!
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Michael Karner retweeted
Initiative fatigue is real. There's a framework for that. 🎙️ Tune in to the latest IASA Podcast as Dr. Dawn Bridges, Dr. Candace Singh, Dr. Michael Karner, and Dr. Anthony Marinello discuss how Aligned to Lead is helping Illinois district teams get focused this summer by utilizing FranklinCovey's 4 Essential Roles of Leadership. creators.spotify.com/pod/pro…
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Antioch’s own Athan Kaliakmanis drafted by the Commanders! Congrats to Athan and the Kaliakmanis family!!!@ACHS_Sequoits @BerrieMichael
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Michael Karner retweeted
Congratulations to Bob Gold of Big Hollow SD 38, named Lake Region Superintendent of Distinction! 11 years as superintendent, 32 years as educator. #ILSuptsRock
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Lake County isn’t just talking about #talent development — it’s building a national model that others are following. See how a coordinated, career-centered #educational approach is unfolding: hubs.li/Q04cZXzp0
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Businesses succeed when talent thrives — and Lake County is a proving ground for it. With a workforce of 360,000+, local leaders have built a nationally recognized #talent ecosystem that aligns education, training, and employer needs. How you can benefit: hubs.ly/Q045rYYm0
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. @LakeCountyIL's Summer Youth Employment Program provides a prime opportunity for local students to engage with top employers and earn meaningful on-the-job experience. Applications are being accepted through April 15th. @LakeCountyJobs hubs.li/Q045CBhq0
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🏘️ It's time to get excited about housing in Lake County! Last week, we were honored to join 175+ leaders from across Chicagoland to unveil a Comprehensive Housing Action Plan that takes us one step closer to closing the housing gap in our community. hubs.li/Q043GPVt0
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Michael Karner retweeted
1,300 amazing special education teachers this morning in Lake County, IL to start the day. Let’s go my friends!!! @lake_roe
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A glance at the list of schools participating will tell you this is the place to be if you're exploring education careers... 🗺️: Lake County Regional Office of Education 📅 : Saturday, February 28, 2026 ⌚ : 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM @MichaelLKarner hubs.li/Q0431HkX0
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🚀 If you thought 2025 was our best year on record, wait until you see what 2026 has in store. In the past month, many #businesses have announced plans to invest and grow in Lake County. We're taking a closer look at the highlights in our #newsletter: hubs.li/Q041Rjl00
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Michael Karner retweeted
Check out Hi AI! from the @ltcillinois, featuring practical tools and real-world classroom applications. Jan. 15–16, 2026 | Online @MichaelLKarner
Curious? Cautious? Already experimenting with AI in your classroom? 👩‍🔬 🧪 Hi AI! is packed with actionable strategies for educators of all experience levels! Don’t wait – register before heading out for the holidays!🎄 📅 Jan. 15-16, 2026 | Online 🔗 ltcillinois.org/hiai/attend/
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Let's GO!! Apply today - our 11th annual Academy for Aspiring Superintendents takes place in Springfield, IL - join us!! More than one out of every six Illinois superintendents have attended our academy!
There's no better program to prepare you for the superintendency! Applications are now being accepted. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from @DrDawnIASA @npolyak @mikelubelfeld @drorzel and kickstart your pathway to district leadership. iasaedu.org/Page/302
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Michael Karner retweeted
Thank you to all who joined us at the Future Ready Schools® Lake County AI Forum! Your ideas and energy inspired meaningful conversations about how AI, innovation, and leadership can shape the future of learning. The future is #FutureReady! 🚀
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Michael Karner retweeted
Take a quick look at the Lake County ROE November Newsletter—filled with updates, events, and stories showcasing our impact in education! 📷Exciting ROE Announcement 📷Recap of Events 📷Navig8 Recap 📷Scripps National Spelling Bee conta.cc/3X7zvLZ @MichaelLKarner
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