We hosted Woodruff Career & Technical Center Hair braiding class today at Peoria Regional Learning Center. Ms. Simmons, who is the only certified hair braiding teacher in Illinois, initiated the social event.
Ms. Simmons and 14 of her students participated in a day of activities and also braided PRLC student’s hair. Her students are learning how to hair braid and once they complete the program they will be earn their certificate in hair braiding and can begin working.
ROE 48 had a wonderful meeting tonight with the New Educator Cadre. We discussed and shared classroom management strategies. If you are interested in joining, more information can be found on the ROE 48 Professional Learning webpage.
Are you passionate and knowledgeable in your curricular area, assessment strategies, classroom management, or instructional strategies?
Have you thought about creating an online mini-course, book study, or face-to-face training but didn't know where to start?
We want to partner with you!
Complete and return your PL Proposal Form available at https://bit.ly/3TGw1gb by November 18, 2022.
Selected proposals will work with the ROE 48 PL Team to develop your offering. You will then earn a percentage of the enrollment fees generated by your PL.
Happy Principal Appreciation Day! This state-endorsed recognition was first approved by the Governor of Illinois in 1990 and is celebrated annually. Please take time to today to publicly recognize the work, commitment and importance of school leadership throughout the state.
Professionals, Educators, and Families are invited to a free ZoomGov webinar!
Topic: Identifying Target Behaviors and Implementation Strategies for Home Use
When: Oct 24, 2022 03:30 PM – 5:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Presenter: Kari Taylor, Behavior Coach/ Illinois Service Resource Center
This webinar will cover topics on how to identify target behaviors based on their functions and antecedents. Implementation Strategies such as proactive and reactive strategies will be discussed based on those functions and antecedents. Q and A will be available at the end of the webinar.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdu-rqTksGn49cK4luUvZDwvNM8EveJY
ROE 48 had a great day attending The Big Table and engaging in thoughtful conversations designed to connect and strengthen our community.
#wisdomwednesday
What is the best bit of wisdom or favorite inspirational quote you'd like to share with us? Please comment and help us spread joy and knowledge today!
It's National School Bus Safety Week. As a reminder, motorists should always be alert and drive with caution around school buses and in school zones where children may be present.
Resources and poster competition information can be found here: https://www.napt.org/nsbsw
Affinity Groups Launch to Support Educators of Color
ISBE partnered with ROE 51, Teach Plus Illinois, and the Golden Apple Foundation to launch affinity groups to boost retention for teachers of color.
Interested educators can contact Linda Wilson for more information.
DisruptionEDU is hosting a two day summit for school leaders to come together to learn about disruptive leadership. Information about the summit can be found in the flyer.
The IL Attorney General is hosting a Digital Safety Webinar, "Helping My Child Navigate Online Aggression" this Tuesday, Oct 18, at 6:30pm.
Please register in advance using the following link:
https://ilattorneygeneral-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Pm-Hmt5pSda7vSt3aX0ztg
ROE 48 had a great day at Quest! Faculty and staff participated in a “Quest Amazing Race” and engaged in conversations about identity, culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy, and borderlands in education.
ROE 1 is offering 3 FREE virtual sessions to all area educators that discuss how to strengthen the relationships with students' families and how to effectively deal with problems that may occur. The first session is on Nov 1.
To register, visit https://bit.ly/3MxF8wY
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Another great day at Career Spark where area 8th grade students came to the Civic Center to explore career opportunities.
The @PeoriaROE48 Spotlight Educator for October is Janelle Duncan! Janelle is a kindergarten teacher at @Monroe70.
Janelle was nominated to be the @PeoriaROE48 Spotlight Educator by a community member who stated that Janelle "goes above and beyond to meet the needs of all of her students. She utilizes a wide range of instructional strategies that are well-suited to the content being learned and provides explanations and feedback that furthers student learning. The culture of Janelle’s kindergarten class is conducive to student learning and development. She helps students develop skills to work purposefully and cooperatively in groups and independently. Janelle also goes above and beyond to support other teachers and support staff in the building. She has spent lots of time both during the school day and also outside of the school day working with them. Janelle is a true team player and is always willing to do whatever is best for the school!' Janelle was excited to be nominated.
When asked about being an educator, she replied, "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." ~Confucius Congratulations, Janelle! Thank you for all you do for teaching and student learning.
Students at enjoying teaching each other in the Mock Classroom session at Career Spark! #ROE48learns
Trudy and Danielle are ready for local 8th graders to come through the Education Zone at Career Spark! #ROE48Serves
Today is World Teachers' Day - a global event launched by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1994.
'We celebrate the work of dedicated teachers around the world who continue to strive every day to ensure that inclusive and equitable quality education and the promotion of lifelong learning opportunities for all become a reality in every corner of the globe.' ~UNESCO
No matter where you are in the world today, please take time to thank a teacher.
