Mrs. Natalie Lanser is who I think of when asked to recognize a teacher that has made an impact in my life. As my son's 4th grade teacher, she made him feel comfortable and valued in her classroom. Three years later, he still lists Mrs. Lanser as his favorite. It's easy to understand why. Natalie took the time to build a relationship with my son, and get to know him beyond just how he can academically perform. Thank you for touching so many lives in a positive way Mrs. Lanser! - Jacqui Jones
And the winner of our Teacher Appreciation Wellness Gift basket is Melissa Edwards from Illini Bluffs. Melissa was presented with the basket when she visited the GMB Spring Celebration on Thursday! Congratulations to Melissa Edwards!
Shout out to Ms. Hammond!!
When my son, Dawson entered 5th grade at Lindbergh Middle School back in 2014, he was a very angry kid mainly due to the recent death of his older brother, Deveraux, who also attended Lindbergh for Middle School. While all of Dawson’s teachers at Lindbergh understood that he was grieving, Ms. Hammond understood that he needed a space to just be Dawson and not be Deveraux’s little brother. Our family will be forever grateful to this amazing teacher for being so much more than just a teacher for Dawson, she was a life saver right at the time that my son was drowning!! - Kristie R. Hubbard
Appreciating what a teacher does is easy, they do everything!
Our Adult Education Teachers who provide instruction at the Peoria County Jail, Logan Center, Proctor Center and the Friendship House are AMAZING! They have Lion Strength and Lamb Approach when working with their students who often haven't been in a classroom for years. Some did not have positive experiences with learning, but our Adult Education Teachers don't let that hold their students back! They provide the structure, the extra help, the caring that makes it possible for their students to be successful and CHANGE THEIR LIFE!
Thanks, Sandy, Sue S, Sue B, and Shelly C for all you do for our students!
The Regional Superintendent wants to extend her well wishes for Teacher Appreciation Week to her daughter, Kate Olcott. She is a first year special education teacher at Pleasant Valley. The first years of teaching are pure survival. She has had a lot on her plate to manage, but she has made it! She is very proud of her!
The Regional Superintendent wants to go back to her roots for this teacher appreciation post. Her first teaching job was at the Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Education Center teaching for Peoria Public Schools. After starting in 1993, along came Whitney Milam and Val Ray. Nothing beats old teacher friends that have laughed, cried and supported you for more than 25 years. We take this picture during the first week of school each year.
We may look a little different, but some things have stayed the same. As the Regional Superintendent states, "There is no way that I could've survived this career without the support of these 2 teachers. They are on the front lines taking care of our youngest students each day. Sheroes!!"
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Not all heroes wear capes! Some wear Peoria High gear!
The Regional Superintendent would like to share her appreciation for her husband who is the athletic director for Peoria High School. Prior to serving in this role, Brien Dunphy was a special education teacher. Serving in both Farmington and Peoria Public Schools, he has given countless hours in Peoria County to provide students opportunities to showcase their talents. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
They wanted to change the world; so they became school nurses! Happy School Nurses Day!
Today, May 7, is National Teacher Appreciation Day, a day to celebrate and honor the commitment and sacrifices educators make.
To all Teachers, THANK YOU!
The Regional Superintendent wants to appreciate her brother who teaches at Dunlap Middle School! Mr. Crider has been an educator and coach for over 25 years. She and her brother followed in her father's footsteps who retired after more than 36 years of service to the Dunlap School District. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from ROE 48!
“Everyone who remembers his own education remembers teachers, not methods and techniques. The teacher is the heart of the educational system.” – Sidney Hook
The HEAL’s Garden & Nutrition Class toolkit is now available to utilize in our community!
You can pick and choose to use any components from the toolkit that are of use to you.
Receive your copy by completing the short application at go.illinois.edu/HEALgardentoolkit
Family Connects supports all Peoria County families by connecting you with resources that nurture your whole family.
Don't forget to nominate a teacher this week for our ROE wellness gift basket!
Nominations are due by May 3 at https://bit.ly/roe48nominate
You don't want to miss the GMB Spring Celebration of International Jazz Day on April 30 from 11am-1pm on the Courthouse Plaza. Hope to see you there!
Volunteer Tutor Training for Adult Literacy - May, 2024 Immediate openings for volunteer tutors! Please, help us out! ROE Adult Literacy will be conducting an Adult Basic Literacy & ELL Volunteer Tutor Training at the Peoria North Branch Library, Grand Parkway, Peoria, IL 61615 on May 15 and 16, 2024 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Advanced registration is required by emailing jmeisinger@peoriaroe.org, or text/call 309-472-2468. Please plan to attend all three sessions. If you are a teacher, or work in the education field, please let us know that. We can help you get started quicker! If you have questions regarding the workshop and becoming a volunteer tutor, or interested in finding out more about our program, please contact us. Materials and training are provided free. 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.
The GMB is rained out for today Friday 4/26. We are working on reschedules and have lots of entertainment ahead in the weeks to come! Thanks for always supporting students and the arts! Next Monday, we have CT Vivian and Farmington HS scheduled to perform. Join us Monday!
The sun is shining, the rain has gone away, and we are ready! Join us downtown at the Peoria Courthouse Plaza from 11am-1pm to hear students from Putnam County and Monroe Grade School shine with their voices and music! Stop by for lunch and smiles!
Red Sneakers Peoria has partnered with Clink Bar and Events in Peoria Heights, IL to become the first Allergy Friendly restaurant in the area.
The Launch party will be May 2 from 5 -10pm. Come out and support this initiative!
Learn more at https://www.redsneakers.org/peoria
Due to the rain today, we will not have live student performances on the Courthouse Plaza for the GMB Arts in Education Spring Celebration.
We will be rescheduling Pekin and Canton for a later date. Stay tuned to their website at springcelebration.org for more details!
