🌟 Members of the ROE team were proud to support the Peoria Friendship House at the Putt Club Celebrity Golf Event! 🏌️‍♀️⛳️
It was a wonderful evening of community, connection, and giving back. 💙

#CommunitySupport #ROETeam #PeoriaFriendshipHouse #GivingBack

5 days ago, Marcia Lough
Members of the ROE and their spouses
Superintendent Dr McKenna attempting the billiard putt challenge!

Each day this week we will be highlighting an upcoming professional learning opportunity!

Today we are featuring "New Trends in Children's Literature" Contact Sonya Pacey (spacey@peoriaroe.org) for more information or to register for this FREE event!

6 days ago, Marcia Lough
Exciting FREE event - October 17th

Join us on September 4th for our next Youth Mental Health First Aid training session. This session is in-person, with 2 hours of online pre-work to be completed before the training. Earn 6.5 PD Hours.

Register HERE by August 22nd

7 days ago, Marcia Lough
Join us for Training!

🚀 AI is transforming education—are you ready?
From essays to artwork to presentations, Artificial Intelligence is becoming an everyday part of your students’ world and their future careers.

📚 In this workshop, you’ll:
✅ Learn what the hype is all about
✅ Discover how AI can make your work more efficient & creative
✅ Explore ways to help students use AI as a tool for good

💡 Don’t get left behind—join us and prepare for the future of learning! Here is the Link to register

18 days ago, Marcia Lough
AI with LTC
Today is the last day for the "Let's Hang" Summer Series so be sure to come out to the Caterpillar Visitor Center and Peoria Riverfront Museum today to enjoy the music and the food! Don't miss out!
20 days ago, Danielle Lewis
Let's Hang Schedule
Writing matters! Today was an exciting day as over 20 educators from all over Peoria County came to the ROE to kick off our first writing cohort!
22 days ago, Marcia Lough
2025-2026 Peoria County Writing Cohort
Ready to kick off our writing cohort!

Our 6th and final Community Conversation with Brent Oest, Director of Development at Crittenton Centers, is now available at https://youtu.be/eaPWpOTyHZQ?si=nlYqQY5jh88oieJt

Thank you to all who have enjoyed listening to our series!

26 days ago, Danielle Lewis
Community Conversation Episode 6

UPDATE! Due to the rain, today's performances are CANCELLED! We hope to see you next week!

Come out to the Caterpillar Visitor Center and Peoria Riverfront Museum today to enjoy the Community Children's Theatre and Cornstock! The Station and Grandma Nanas will have their food trucks waiting to serve you a delicious lunch!

27 days ago, Danielle Lewis
Let's Hang Schedule
Beetlejuice, JR. opens on Wednesday, August 6! This frightfully funny musical based directed by Travis Olson features teens, ages 14 to 18, from all over our local area! There is even a costume contest on opening night -- prizes will be awarded!
For tickets, visit http://peoriaplayers.showare.com/BeetlejuiceJr
28 days ago, Danielle Lewis
Beetlejuice Jr

Today is the Final day to register for this event! Please join us on August 6 for our next Youth Mental Health First Aid session. This session is in-person, with 2 hours of online pre-work to be completed before the training. Earn 6.5 PD Hours.

Register by July 30 at https://bit.ly/46qsJaf

28 days ago, Marcia Lough
YMHFA

Peoria County ROE hosted its annual School Safety Day, bringing together area admins with local, state & federal agencies for updates on school safety. Thanks to all who support safe learning environments! 🛡️ #SchoolSafety #EducationLeadership

We’re grateful to all who attended and to our partners who continue to prioritize the well-being of students, staff, and school communities.

about 1 month ago, Marcia Lough
Safety Day for local area administrators
Area Administrators gathered to hear updates to school safety

UPDATED with a new registration link!!*Please join us on August 6 for our next Youth Mental Health First Aid session. This session is in-person, with 2 hours of online pre-work to be completed before the training.

Register with this LINK by July 30

about 1 month ago, Marcia Lough
YMHFA

Please join us on August 6 for our next Youth Mental Health First Aid session. This session is in-person, with 2 hours of online pre-work to be completed before the training. Earn 6.5 PD Hours.

Register by July 30 at https://bit.ly/46qsJaf

about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
YMHFA

Hey Educators! 🌟
Grab your lunch and join us today at noon for the final session in our Lunch and Learn webinar series!

🎓 Topic: Take the Next Step in Your Teaching Career with National Board Certification
Discover how this powerful professional journey can elevate your practice and impact.

🖥️ Zoom Link: Register here to join us!

We’d love to see you there!

about 1 month ago, Marcia Lough
Final Lunch and Learn is today!

Let's Hang Summer Series. Today at the Caterpillar Visitor Center and Peoria Riverfront Museum you'll get to enjoy Nitsche Theatre Arts Rising Stars and Singapella! The Station and Grandma Nanas will have their food trucks waiting to serve you a delicious lunch!

about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
Let's Hang Schedule

Today is the last day to sign up for one of our "Building Math Fluency" hands-on workshops held tomorrow, July 23.

The morning session is for K-4 Teachers and the afternoon session is for 5-8 Teachers.

To register for the K-4 session: https://bit.ly/44y4dmh

To register for the 5-8 session: https://bit.ly/44lTMSA

about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
Math Fluency

📺Exciting news! WTVP featured our ROE Adult Literacy program on "You Gotta See This Episode 501" (starting at 7:08)!

We're hoping this spotlight will help us connect with more amazing tutors and dedicated learners who want to be part of our literacy community.

Want to make a difference? Consider joining us as a tutor or learner and contact John Meisinger at jmeisinger@peoriaroe.org

Watch: https://www.pbs.org/video/movement-language-music-geit1f

about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
You Gotta See This Logo
Join us for our next Lunch & Learn virtual session on Tuesday July 22 at 12pm. The topic will be "Math Coaching-What it is and Why You Should Try It!" Come and see how Math Coaching can improve student fluency!

Register at https://bit.ly/46MivRp
about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
Math
Let's hang at lunch today at the Caterpillar Visitor Center and Peoria Riverfront Museum for great entertainment and food!
about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
Let's Hang Schedule
Our 5th Community Conversation Podcast is now available at https://youtu.be/sic_bPh6M40?si=J7XYLlsIiYqMwiMc In this episode, we talk with Becca Mathis, Director of Clinical Services, at Central Illinois Friends, a public health organization supporting the most vulnerable members of our community through holistic clinical services and compassionate, personalized care.
about 1 month ago, Danielle Lewis
Community Conversation Episode 5