This important day brought school staff and community partners together to strengthen preparedness, awareness, and response procedures across the district.
We were proud to have several Peoria County partners supporting this important work:
👩💼 Kate MacIntyre – Emergency Preparedness Planner, Peoria County
👮 Gabe Martinez – Peoria County School Resource Officer
🛡️ Eric Arnold – Peoria ROE School Safety Director
🎓 George McKenna – Peoria County Regional Office of Education Superintendent
School safety takes all of us working together. We are proud to be part of that team. 💙🖤
#SchoolSafety #SafetyDay #ROE48 #PeoriaCounty #IlliniBluffs #Preparedness #StrongerTogether
ROEs 53 and 48, along with LTC, came together today for the first Tech Leaders Monthly Collaboration Meeting of the school year. Peoria ROE 48 was happy to host this amazing group of educators!
Throughout the year, we'll be traveling to different schools and agencies to collaborate, share ideas, and learn about the current innovations happening in our schools. 🚀💡
And it's not too late to join us! If you're a technology leader in your school or district and would like to be part of this collaborative group, we'd love to have you!
📧 Email Marcia Lough at mlough@peoriaroe.org to get signed up!
#TechLeaders #EducationalTechnology #Collaboration #InnovationInEducation #ROE48 #ROE53 #LTC #EdTech
Our Professional Learning Team has been busy supporting Peoria County educators with back-to-school professional learning and helping kick off the 2026–2027 school year! 📚🍎
But even the Professional Learning Team needs some professional learning of their own! 💙 This week, our team took a moment to slow down, learn together, and grow through a book study.
We are so proud of this amazing team and the passion they bring to supporting educators across Peoria County. What a great way to wrap up a busy August! 🎉
This team is truly amazing! 👏📚
#ProfessionalLearning #ROE48 #BackToSchool #PeoriaCountyEducators #TeamLearning #Education
On Monday, we had the pleasure of partnering with the staff at Dunlap Valley Middle School, and today we were excited to work alongside the educators of IVC School District.
There is nothing better than kicking off a new school year with professional learning, collaboration, and a shared commitment to student success. We are grateful for the opportunity to support educators as they prepare for an amazing year ahead!
Here's to a great start to the 2026-2027 school year! 🍎
#ProfessionalLearning #EducatorSupport #ROE48 #BackToSchool #LifelongLearning
📢 We're Hiring! Join the Peoria County Regional Office of Education Leadership Team
We're excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as our new Director of Professional Learning!
At the Peoria County Regional Office of Education, our mission is rooted in service—supporting the students, educators, schools, and communities of Peoria County.
This leadership position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Responsibilities will be shaped by the successful candidate's strengths and the needs of our organization and may include leadership in:
✅ Professional Learning
✅ Grants
✅ Strategic Planning
✅ Educator Services
✅ Community Supports
If you're a collaborative, service-minded leader who is passionate about supporting education, we'd love to hear from you. Find more information at IASA Job Bank: https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/267323/Director-of-Educator-Services/job-details
Please share this opportunity with colleagues who may be a great fit!
#NowHiring #EducationalLeadership #PeoriaCountyROE #LeadershipOpportunity #ServeEducators
Throughout the event, our team had the opportunity to build meaningful connections with students and families while helping prepare them for a successful start to the 2026–2027 school year.
We're grateful to partner with organizations that invest in our community and look forward to supporting students and schools throughout the year. Thank you, Peoria Park District, for including us in this wonderful event! 💙
#ROE48 #StudentSupport #CommunityPartnerships #BackToSchool #ServingOurCommunity
This morning, three teams from the Peoria Regional Office of Education visited six Peoria Public Schools to help clean and refresh their Little Pantries. These pantries provide essential food items for students and families, and we're honored to lend a hand in keeping them maintained and cleaned for the upcoming school year.
Thank you to Peoria Public Schools Foundation for the opportunity to partner in supporting our community. Together, we make a difference! 💛
#PeoriaROE #CommunityPartnership #PeoriaPublicSchools #LittlePantry #ServingStudents #ROEInAction
📢 We’re Hiring: Student Support Specialist
Join our ROE #48 team and make a difference in the lives of students in Peoria County!
Position: Student Support Specialist
Schedule: 200 days per year
Salary: $50,000 + benefits
What You’ll Do:
✅ Case manage ~32 students, supporting academic, SEL, and attendance goals
✅ Build partnerships with families & schools to support student success
✅ Facilitate check-ins, SEL sessions, and family engagement events
✅ Support credit recovery, tutoring, and post-secondary planning
✅ Maintain accurate attendance, behavior, and grade records
✅ Respond to student crises & connect families with resources
What We’re Looking For:
🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
🤝 Strong communication, collaboration, and advocacy skills
🧠 Ability to support students’ academic, SEL, and career development
💡 Passion for making schools safe, welcoming, and supportive
📧 How to Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to Cara Caveglia @ ccaveglia@peoriaroe.org
Help us build brighter futures for our students — apply today or share with someone who’d be a great fit!
🏖️ Tired of sitting by the pool? Ready to invest in yourself this summer?
There's still time to earn your Professional Development Hours! We have a variety of engaging, high-quality professional learning opportunities to help you prepare for the new school year while connecting with fellow educators.
Browse our summer offerings and register today:
https://sites.google.com/peoriaroe.org/roe-48-53-summer-pl/home
We look forward to learning with you! 🍎📚
#ProfessionalLearning #TeacherPD #ROE48 #ROE53 #IllinoisEducators
Educators from across the region joined us for the Kagan Cooperative Learning Workshop, where they experienced firsthand how simple, research-based structures can transform student engagement.
Thank you to all the educators who dedicated two days to growing their practice and creating classrooms where every student has the opportunity to learn, contribute, and succeed. We can't wait to see the impact of Kagan Structures in classrooms throughout the coming school year!
#ROE48 #Kagan #CooperativeLearning #StudentEngagement #ProfessionalLearning #TeacherGrowth
Tuesday, June 2nd - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm - Five Points Washington
Are you looking for that extra something to add relevance and help your students connect to your lessons?
During this session we will explore two easy-to-use programs, Retro Report and the Korean War Legacy Foundation, that are full of primary sources to support learning across grade levels and content areas.
Learn More and Register
Google Site with Summer Learning: https://sites.google.com/peoriaroe.org/roe-48-53-summer-pl/home
Simply the Best will showcase students from District 150, Pleasant Valley, Morton, Dunlap, Brimfield, Limestone, Peoria Notre Dame and Washington schools. Some featured musicals include: Hairspray, The Wiz, Hamilton, Wicked, Grease, Dear Evan Hansen and more.
Blanks noted, “This show is a great opportunity for a diverse group of students to come together for one common goal. So many students from other districts don’t get to interact with their peers from other neighboring schools and I think this is important to do so.”
All proceeds from “Simply the Best” will go to support Peoria Players and the Arts in our local schools. Co-director Mary Ellen Ulrich has decades of experience working as an educator in Peoria Schools and the Regional Office of Education. She stated, “how often do these talented performers get to join forces for one standout production? The talent in this show is through the roof!”
Tickets are $15.00 and can be found at www.peoriaplayers.org
Thank you to everyone who dedicated their time, energy, and heart to bringing joy to downtown Peoria during this year’s GMB Spring Celebration!
To our directors, coordinators, staff, administrators, and school supporters — your commitment makes opportunities like this possible, and your support is the reason our students continue to shine. 🌟
We appreciate all that you do for our schools and community. Thank you for making this celebration such a success! 💙
#GMBSpringCelebration #PeoriaProud #StudentSuccess #ThankYou
Give your child a summer filled with exploration, creativity, and growth. Stay tuned for program details and registration information!
Early Learning For All is a state-funded, full-day public preschool. We are in need of the right teacher to help develop some of our county's youngest minds into future leaders by best preparing them for kindergarten through play-based learning.
Why work for Early Learning For All?
*Salary starting at $43,000
*Health Benefits at no cost to the employee
*Secure your future by participating in the state teacher's retirement pension plan
*Grow your craft with on the job paid professional development
*Our supportive and caring culture will make it a place you'll never want to leave
Applicants must have a PEL in Early Childhood Education or a Gateways Level 5 Credential to apply.
Does this sound like the right place for you? Send your resume to Mrs. Jones at jjones@peoriaroe.org.
This recent story from 25News Now highlights how Early Learning For All (ELFA) is supporting families and giving children a strong start before they even enter school. From home visiting support to early developmental guidance, these programs are making a lasting difference across the Peoria area.
Strong beginnings lead to brighter futures—and it’s inspiring to see this work in action! 💛
📺 Watch the full story here: https://www.25newsnow.com/video/2026/04/23/early-learning-all/
#EarlyLearning #StrongerStarts #PeoriaArea #EducationMatters #CommunityImpact
This dedicated group of classroom teachers, reading specialists, and special education teachers from Norwood #63 and Farmington #265 has invested deeply in strengthening literacy instruction for students.
Your commitment to learning and growth will make a lasting impact—well done! 👏📚
We’re proud to once again partner with the Peoria Riverfront Museum for this special event—and what a year to celebrate!
As part of the 250th anniversary of American Independence, the museum is featuring incredible exhibitions that highlight our shared American journey, including:
🇺🇸 The Promise of Liberty – one of the nation’s most significant collections of historical documents
🎨 Joyful Resistance
🎭 Peoria Plays America
🦋 Exquisite Creatures
✨ Bonus for GMB participants: Admission is FREE on the day of your performance!
Take time during breaks or after your performance to explore these once-in-a-lifetime exhibits. Thank you to the Peoria Riverfront Museum for helping make this celebration even more meaningful!
In partnership with ROE #48 and GMB Arts in Education, this event features incredible jazz performances from talented local musicians—many with ties to GMB!
Performance lineup:
🎷 1:00 PM – Peoria Jazz All-Stars (Dir. Christian Lloyd)
🎷 1:45 PM – Bradley University Groove Project (Dir. Chris Render)
🎷 2:30 PM – Richwoods High School Jazz Ensemble (Dir. Christopher Render)
🎷 3:00 PM – Central Illinois Jazz Orchestra (Dir. Dr. Todd Kelly)
✨ Bonus: FREE admission to all events and exhibits!
Visit the museum website for more information: https://www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org/posts/2183
Come enjoy a great day of music, community, and top-notch exhibits—we hope to see you there!
