Today we kicked off our FIRST Math Cadre meeting of the school year! Educators from Brimfield, Peoria Heights, and Elmwood worked collaboratively to operationalize each of the eight Standards of Mathematical Practice. They shared key ideas and provided practical suggestions that classroom teachers and math interventionists could use with students at various skill levels. Remember to mark your calendars for our next Math Cadre meeting which will be held on November 30th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Goodwill Commons in Peoria. Click the link in comments to register! Please feel free to reach either of our Professional Learning Specialists - Marcia Lough (mlough@peoriaroe.org) or Sonya Pacey (spacey@peoriaroe.org) with any questions! We hope to see you soon!
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
For every 400,000 adults who earn a high school diploma, the economy gains $2.5 billion back in tax revenue and reduced expenses. That’s $6,250 per person! The estimated value in reduced costs for public support programs is $200 billion annually. #AdultEdLiteracyWeek #AEFL2023
Register today! Join State Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders; school and district administrators; diversity, equity, and inclusion experts; and teacher leaders from across the state for an inspiring and illuminating day of action. This virtual gathering will foster peer-to-peer collaboration and equip attendees with strategies to transform outcomes for all students.
https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Statewide-Equity-Symposium.aspx?_cldee=5V7ys0ZgwRpgw6YFQ7kTKJZ3frZbEo6Df9lYYMJlH0_lmSXjfgpUCe-XIKYTOEX7&recipientid=contact-cd1201c96ef4ea11a816000d3a5913bd-a1c5d4f8d1174e85a57c94d6a4fe6fb7&esid=0f81b18b-fe56-ee11-be6f-000d3a31409d
Please help us out! We need you to become a volunteer tutor for adults!
ROE Adult Literacy will be conducting an Adult Basic Literacy & ELL Volunteer Tutor Training at the Downtown Peoria Public Library, 107 Northeast Monroe Street, Peoria, IL on October 16, 19 & 23, 2023 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. You should plan to attend all three dates. Advanced registration is required for the three-session workshop. To register, or if you have questions about becoming a volunteer tutor, or if you would like to know more about our program, contact us by email at jmeisinger@peoriaroe.org, or call/text 309-472-2468. Materials and training are provided for free. Please bring a friend!!
*This program was made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds designated for literacy.
Hunger should not be an impossible choice!
Take steps to end hunger by joining the 2023 Hunger Walk Saturday, September 30th at 9:00am.
Register today - go.illinois.edu/walk2023
In five years, nearly 80% of all job openings will require more than a high school degree. Adult education provides a significant opportunity to bridge the workforce supply-and-demand gap. #AdultEdLiteracyWeek #AEFL2023
Join us in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month! "Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America" For more information, please visit! https://hispanicheritagemonth.gov/
Photo credit: Detail of Hispanic Heritage Select Photos, by David Valdez.
Don't miss our upcoming book study! This self-paced, online book study will assist you in identifying strategies to develop more equitable learning environments that broaden access for all children. Completing this online book study will help you navigate the process of creating and revising lessons to ensure equity, review how systems and rules can disproportionally affect students, gain insight into establishing and maintaining classroom community, and explore ways to show up for your students through teacher advocacy and student voice! Follow to link to register! Registration ends September 18th!
https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/browse/online-courses/courses/we-got-this-book-study
Join the ROE 48 Math Cadre - it's for anyone interested in all things Math! We will come together to explore topics relevant to the classroom and network with area educators. Meets quarterly. The first meeting is on Sept. 21. Register at https://bit.ly/3r2J5Dr
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The @PeoriaROE48 Spotlight Educator for September is Ryan Lambert from @FCCUSD265!! Ryan was nominated by a community member that stated that he "pushes students to do their best work. He can be found at the school for almost every event supporting every student."
When asked what it means to be an educator, Mr. Lambert replied, "Education is a field that builds foundations for all other fields of study. Being an educator is not singular---I am an educator standing along with my colleagues, custodians, cafe workers, secretaries, facilitators, and our community. WE come together to be one educator for our students. WE build a positive school culture. WE build a safe space and a brave place for our students. It is an honor to be a part of the WE at FCHS."
Congratulations, Ryan! Thank you for all you do for students and the teaching profession.
The fall subsidy windowed opened September 1 and closes October 11. Now's the time to start your National Board Certification journey!
Apply at https://nbrc.illinoisstate.edu/candidates/firsttime/
Learn How to Interrupt Bullying with ROEs 48 and 53!
Click the Link to Register bit.ly/InterruptBULLYING
Teachers of multilingual learners in ROE 48: Join our Cadre where we will share resources and strategies, network, and collaborate!
Meets quarterly. The first meeting is on Thursday, October 12th from 4-4:30pm on Zoom.
Register at https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/teachers-of-multilingual-learners-cadre
Join the ROE 48 Agricultural Education Cadre! Calling teachers of agricultural education courses– this Cadre is for you!
We will come together to explore topics relevant to the classroom and network with area educators. Meets quarterly. The first meeting is on Tuesday, October 10th from 4-4:30pm on Zoom.
Register at https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/teachers-of-agricultural-education-cadre
ROE 48 has two immediate open positions: Project START Director (https://5il.co/24lw8) and Regional Safety Director (https://5il.co/24lw9).
Click each link above for the job description , qualifications, and duties. . If interested, please send your resume to Beth Crider at bcrider@peoriaroe.org.
Join our team and be a part of the ROE story!
“One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.” —President George W. Bush at the Pentagon in 2008
Don't forget to go to the Big Picture Peoria Street Festival on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 1300 Block SW Adams in Peoria’s Warehouse Dist.
This is a one-of-a-kind interactive celebration of the arts in our community. Admission is donation based, simply pay as you are able.
The Street Festival has something for everyone! See live mural painting, performers, and musicians. There’s tons of fun for kids, too, with make-and-take activities in the KidZone.
Enjoy local food and drinks while watching any number of creative happenings.
WELCOME NEW EDUCATORS! Join our cadre to focus on areas of professional learning needed in the first year of teaching.
The Cadre will meet monthly online via Zoom from Sept - Jan, and you will earn 1 PD credit for attending each session.
Register at https://bit.ly/44MsuSa
Big Picture Peoria Street Festival Is Back!
Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 1300 Block SW Adams in Peoria’s Warehouse Dist.
Join them for this one-of-a-kind interactive celebration of the arts in our community. Admission is donation based, simply pay as you are able.
The Street Festival has something for everyone! See live mural painting, performers, and musicians.
Take part in chalk painting and art projects. They are in need of more sidewalk chalk artists - you can sign up through this Google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoXofsMS1_rw8W3r3nvGglF-RwbJ_K8feTKnuqKXGng7xfuA/viewform
There’s tons of fun for kids, too, with make-and-take activities in the KidZone.
Enjoy local food and drinks while watching any number of creative happenings.
Come out on Saturday for this celebration!
