ONLINE ASYNCHRONOUS BOOK STUDY RUNS FROM OCTOBER 16, 2023 - DECEMBER 10, 2023. This online book study will assist you in reflecting on your belief systems and methodology in creating brave, safe, and affirming classroom spaces. Through various activities such as “mirror work” and “collective work”, as well as thoughtful reflection and meaningful dialogue, we will explore the purpose of creating spaces that affirm the humanity of all students. The first 20 people to enroll will receive a free copy of the book. For questions regarding this book study, please contact Sonya Pacey at spacey@peoriaroe.org https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/book-study-identity-affirming-classrooms
Join ROE 48 on October 12, 2023, from 4:30pm-5:30pm, for an informational webinar on utilizing The Legacy Project Chicago curriculum in your classroom. The Legacy Project is striving to create an interactive educational experience quite unlike anything else you will encounter in the exploration of LGBTQ History.
Register today at https://bit.ly/46yuChJ
Peoria ROE #48 will host a yearlong book study on 'Teaching for Black Lives'. Benefits of the study group include the following: a FREE copy of the T4BL text, a FREE year-long subscription to 'Rethinking Schools' magazine, access to invitation-only webinars, opportunities to build community centered on creating equitable spaces, and more!! Limited number of spots are available! Complete the interest survey today! https://forms.gle/DmrAy4RXdFswhF3eA
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
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
Don't forget to come to the Blockbuster Bash TODAY, Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 11 AM- 10 PM.
The Madison Theatre Citywide Youth Talent Showcase will kickoff the day on stage for the Blockbuster Bash. Come out and support a great cause!
Veterans are often the first to help others, but it can be tougher for Veterans to accept or ask for help. If you know a Veteran who may be struggling, encourage them to do for themselves what they’d do for others. Resources are available at www.VA.gov/REACH
In partnership with CI Friends and Bradley University, Peoria ROE #48 is pleased to welcome Dr. Juan Ríos Vega as our featured speaker. Dr. Ríos will share valuable insights on fostering safe, inclusive, and affirming environments for members of the LGBTQ+ community. To register to attend, please email Sonya Pacey at spacey@peoriaroe.org.
Register by October 6 for the WIU PE Professional Development Conference on October 13 at https://form.jotform.com/212703461969057
The Madison Theatre is having a unique community fundraising event this Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 11 AM- 10 PM.
The Madison Theatre Citywide Youth Talent Showcase will kickoff the day on stage for the Blockbuster Bash. Come out and support a great cause!
In partnership with CI Friends, Peoria ROE #48 proudly announces our upcoming LGBTQ+ Educator/ Support Staff Affinity Group Interest meetings! Please scan the QR code or use this link to register. https://forms.gle/oRjCXNMvUUaAokARA
Register today for tomorrow's FREE workshop, “4 Keys to Creating a Culturally Responsive Music Program” for K-12 music educators & instructional leaders on Wednesday, September 27th at 7pm EST.
Register at https://ashleycuthbertson.com/free-workshop/
Passionate & innovative students and recent graduates looking to showcase their coding skills are invited to sign up for our 2023 Tech Challenge!
Participants must sign up to get access to the Qualifying Challenge. Learn more and register until 9/30 at https://bit.ly/4694fzk
Please join us on Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 6pm-9pm at Jack's on Adams for a fun evening of live music and great food. Proceeds will benefit the annual Gerald M. Brookhart Arts in Education Spring Celebration.
Last day to register for the Hunger Walk is today, September 25th!
Join the 2023 Hunger Walk Saturday, September 30th at 9:00am. Hunger should not be an impossible choice!
Register now at go.illinois.edu/walk2023
Early career educators, we need YOU! The Peoria ROE #48 Professional Learning Team would like to welcome you to our virtual ‘New Teacher Cadre’ kick-off on Monday, September 25th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Not available Monday BUT you’d like to learn more about it? No problem!!! Stay informed of all the cadre happenings and MORE by visiting us at www.peoriaroe.org! Be sure to select ‘Professional Learning’ to discover more of what’s in store! We hope to see you soon! Click the link and register today!
https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/new-educator-cadre-2023-2024
Adult Education promotes #racialequity as 78% of our #adultlearners are people of color.
Adult Education provides a hand up and out of poverty and into family sustaining wages. #AdultEdLiteracyWeek #AEFL2023
Today is the last day to register for this great opportunity!
Calling all educational leaders, DEI practitioners, and community members! Peoria ROE #48 and West 40 have joined forces to create the ‘West40/Peoria ROE DEI Network’! If you are committed to creating more equitable spaces for all learners, please join us for our inaugural virtual meeting on Thursday, September 28th from 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. as we warmly welcome Dr. Teresa Lance, Assistant Superintendent for Equity and Innovation with U46. Dr Lance will share her experiences and efforts to increase equity and inclusion across multiple school districts. Participants will have the opportunity to partner with other educators and practitioners across Illinois to discuss ways to apply Dr. Lance’s strategies to their own settings. If you would like more information about the event or to join our ListServ, please email Sonya Pacey, our Professional Learning Specialist at spacey@peoriaroe.org.
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!
