ROE 53 Newsletter

Each month, the ROE 53 Instructional Coach, Courtney, will provide a short description of an instructional strategy educators can use with their students. A quick video showing the strategy in action is included!

Check out this month's strategy--an activity to get students to reflect and extend their thinking: Give One, Get One

Location: Goodwill Commons, Peoria 8:30am-2:30pm

In-Person Blended Course - 2 hours online pre-work; 4.5 hours of live training - click on DATE for INFO and LINK to REGISTER

January 16, 2025 - PEORIA

April 1, 2025 - PEORIA

Join Illinois Central College as they unveil a new training opportunity

November 13, 7:30–9 am ~~~ REGISTER HERE

ICC PEORIA CAMPUS | STUDENT CENTER

5407 N. UNIVERSITY, PEORIA, IL

• Networking Breakfast
• Interactive Training Experience
• Information on funds available for training

Registration is NOW open for the following SEL Professional Learning Events coming in Spring 2025

Book Study: Anxious Generation - starting January 29

Creating Inclusive Classrooms: Celebrating Diversity and Fostering Belonging - April 29

Active Learning & Data-Driven Assessment Workshop: November 16, 2024 in Galesburg

This interactive workshop will delve into the thinking classroom framework, which is grounded in research and popularized by Peter Liljedahl's book "Building Thinking Classrooms." The goal is to help educators create an environment that fosters deep thinking and collaboration among students while developing alternative assessment practices that encourage risk-taking and a growth mindset in their learning. Register today!

ACT Prep: December 2, 2024 in Washington

This professional learning workshop will equip educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively prepare students for success on the ACT suite of assessments, which will be administered Spring 2025. Participants will delve into the essential skills required for success in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

Learn more and register here!

AA 1786 MBTI Understanding Type in Leadership Development: December 4, 2024 in Morton

Understanding your personality type through the MBTI® assessment can enhance your leadership

effectiveness by revealing how your preferences influence communication, decision making, conflict resolution and change management.

Learn more here!

Technology & STEM Showcase: December 6, 2024 in Washington

This event, intended for teachers, tech directors, and admins, aims to raise awareness about the latest advancements in STEM technology, how they can be implemented in your schools, and their impact on students. Workshops will be led by PD Specialists and there will be an exhibit area to experience demos led by product experts. Learn more & register by November 27!

AA 3700 Administrators Guide to Health/Life Safety: December 13, 2024 in Bloomington

Join Pat Durley as he covers all aspects of HLS. Target audience is Superintendents, CSBOs, Head Custodians, & Architects that work with 10-year surveys, funding, approval process and forms, and annual inspections. Learn more and register here!

Click HERE to visit the REACH Learning and Resource Hub platform

• Comprehensive courses you can complete at your own pace
• Curated resources to support schools that are safe, supportive, relationship-based, culturally attuned, and able to promote positive mental health and wellness
• Free credits for Illinois Professional Education License (PEL) holders, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, and psychologists (IDFPR), and those holding certifications through Gateways (INCCRRA).

• FREE PD opportunities
  
• SEL resources, articles and videos
• FREE audiobooks for educators

Email Theresa Olsen to request additional resources or support

December 9 -10, 2024

Oak Brook, IL

Congratulations to districts in our region for earning scholarships to attend!

Metamora Grade School, Metamora High School, East Peoria Grade School, East Peoria High School, Germantown Hills, Illini Central, Tremont, Fieldcrest, Midwest Central, Robein, Rankin,

Deer-Creek Mackinaw, and Washington District 52.

IETC Conference: Nov 13-15, 2024 in Springfield

The Learning Technology Center of IL is hosting their annual statewide conference! Learn more and register soon!

Mobile Museum of Tolerance: Workshops for schools serving Grades 4-12

This dynamic classroom-based digital media literacy workshop engages students in critical thinking for decoding and rejecting online hate. This workshop is in alignment with the IL Media Literacy Standards. Learn more about bringing this workshop to your school.

Regional Superintendent: Jeff Ekena

Assistant Regional Superintendent: Jon Smith

Professional Development Coordinator: Kelli Ballard

Social Emotional Learning Specialist: Theresa Olsen

Instructional Literacy Coach: Courtney Prather

Email: office53@roe53.net
Website: https://www.roe53.net/
Location: 2400 N Main St suite C, East Peoria, IL, USA
Phone: (309) 477-2290
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