Join the LTC as they tour the makerspace classrooms at Metcalf Elementary and Middle School in Normal on Friday, Apr 21, from 12-2pm. You will also learn from the staff how hands-on STEM learning can be enhanced through maker-focused projects.
Register at https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/metcalf-steam-field-trip/
We are thrilled to have Anni Reinking facilitate another four week online book study, starting this Monday, April 17. The book is "Multiplication is for White People - Raising Expectations for Other People's Children" by Lisa Delpit.
As you read this book and engage with other resources, you will have the opportunity to reflect, as an educator, on ways that the current education system is not built for every student, but how you, as a changemaker, and create a learning environment where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.
The book study will run April 17-May 13, 2023. You will earn 12 PD Clock Hours for successful completion of the book study and the cost is only $20. You MUST PURCHASE the book on your own.
Register today at https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/book-study-multiplication-is-for-white-people
Be sure to JOIN US TODAY, April 11, for the GMB Arts in Education Spring Celebration Kickoff Celebration at the Peoria Riverfront Museum from 12-2pm !
The Kickoff will focus on Jazz Appreciation Month and several local schools will be performing.
If you can't make it in person, it will be streamed on the GMB Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ArtsSpringCelebration
ROE48 is happy to share that it is one of the entities receiving grant funds to support teachers with getting licensed to teach English learners. Read more about this grant at https://www.peoriaroe.org/article/1065590
Don't miss out on our face-to-face, hands-on training on Drones on April 18 from 8:30am-2:30pm at the Franciscan Recreation Center!
You'll walk away with a DJI Trello drone to keep, as well as learn how to use drones in the classroom.
Register directly with the LTC by April 11 at https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/take-your-classroom-to-new-heights-with-drones-2/
Take a look at this sneak peek of our Summer Learning Opportunities from the Area 3 SEL Hub!
https://bit.ly/Summer-SEL
We hope to see you in June, July and August! Contact mcoconate@peoriaroe.org with questions!
Are you 17 years old or older? We could use your help! Please consider helping an adult learn to read! We need you to become a volunteer tutor!
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 April 24, 26 & 27, 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.
ROE 48 is seeking to add a Professional Learning Coordinator to our PL team. This is a full time position. Learn more and learn how to apply at https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/147641/Professional-Learning-Coordinator/job-details
Join us this Wednesday from 3:45-4:45pm for our FREE "App Smashing with Google Classroom and Forms" webinar. Earn 1 PDH!
Register at https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/app-smashing-with-google-classroom-and-forms
Illinois was recognized as a national leader at the Council of Chief State School Officers Legislative Conference for advancing students’ mental health using Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds set aside for state use.
Read more at http://bit.ly/3z0Y958
📢Attention Illinois Students in Grades 6-12!📢
The MMOT, the Simon Wiesenthal Center, and the IARSS Illinois are thrilled to present the Your Voice: Changing the World, One Speech at a Time, essay contest.
This contest challenges you to write a three-minute, 450-word essay on a powerful and prophetic quote by Simon Wiesenthal, "The combination of hatred and technology is the greatest danger threatening mankind."
Submit your essay by April 3, 2023, for a chance to become a finalist. Finalists will be announced on April 18, 2023, and the top five finalists in grades 6-8 and 9-12 will be required to submit a video presentation of their speech by April 25, 2023.
The distinguished panel of judges will review the speeches on May 7, 2023, and winners will receive a MacBook and other amazing prizes.
For more details on contest guidelines, check out the attached flyer or visit https://mmot.com/your-voice. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to have your voice heard and make a difference!
The LTC's newest video is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eDsvHmxUv8
It shows how you can create your own lessons or use the AI generator to quickly create engaging and interactive lessons or activities with Curipod. Be sure to check this out!
There is a Digital Safety Webinar tonight at 6:30pm focused on fostering healthy and positive online socialization. Register in advance for this webinar:
https://ilattorneygeneral-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XIsc00pETCSDaMkADOeoiQ
The @PeoriaROE48 Spotlight Educator for this month is Jessica Hancock from Preschool for All.
Jessica was nominated to be the Spotlight Educator by a community member that explained "Mrs. Hancock is the gem of Preschool For All. She doesn't just plan relevant workshops and events for the students and their families. She takes the time to get to know each and every student's family. Preschool for All parents know that they can turn to her for support with parenting or family wellness issues, no matter how sensitive the subject. It is obvious that she enjoys the work she does, and she passes that enthusiasm on to everyone she greets."
Congratulations, Jessica! Thank you for all you do for students and their families.
Join ROE48 and the LTC for the in-person training, "Take Your Classroom to New Heights with Drones" on April 18. You will walk away with your own DJI Trello done and ideas for its use in your classroom.
Register by April 11 to ensure you have a drone at https://bit.ly/3ZKmgRl
Thank you to all that attended our "Leveraging Cultural Differences to Promote Diversity and Equity" training sponsored by the Illinois Masonic Student Assistance Program, ROE 48, and the Area 3 SEL Hub yesterday. We hope it was a rewarding experience!
Congratulations to Mandy Ellis from Dunlap High School for winning the Reaching Out and Building Bridges Award from IPA and Horace Mann.
We are thrilled with the full house for today's "Leveraging Cultural Differences to Promote Diversity and Equity" training sponsored by the Illinois Masonic Student Assistance Program, ROE 48, and the Area 3 SEL Hub.
Presenters are Krista Leh and Corey Carter from Resonance Ed.
ROE 48 had a wonderful time connecting, celebrating, and empowering women in leadership at the IPA Well Summit!
As School Social Work Week comes to an end, please take a moment to thank our social workers for the positive impact they have on those around them, and their commitment to helping students and families in our community.
