IDEA Mini-Grant Award Applications Are Open!
If you are looking for a way to make your school or classroom Maker Space a reality, seeking a few more devices to facilitate an engaging and exciting classroom project, or wanting to try a cutting-edge innovation, apply for a mini-grant today.
Access the mini-grant application guidelines application before 11:59 PM CST on December 31 at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYOxHOllguDt9ou8HcXMKcG_hMWRD8sxxGP8xxqE2uopQzZA/viewform
If you have questions about the mini-grant application or process, please contact us at info@ideaillinois.org.
Thanksgiving feast extravaganza for the Peoria Regional Learning Center! We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!
Registration has been re-opened for one day only (today) for the free November 27 training, "It IS Your Business," designed to help adults recognize when a child is being groomed.
You can sign up at https://conta.cc/3QXKiGz
Thank you to everyone who supported the GMB Arts in Education by purchasing dinner last night from Portillo's!
Don't forget to wear purple tomorrow, Friday, November 17, to help spread awareness of youth homelessness in our community.
The Salvation Army is having a signup in person for their Christmas Assistance for toys and food boxes TODAY, Nov 16 at their Adams location from 9am-4pm.
Future dates are Nov 30 and Dec 7 from 9am-4pm at their Adams location.
During in-person signup there will be winter coats available.
Clients can apply online as through December 7th at
www.saangeltree.org
The only things that are needed at sign up are a photo ID and a piece of mail with current address.
We've got a great idea for dinner tonight - Portillo's!
Dine in or order online for pickup today, Nov 16, from 5-8pm, and use the code PORTILLOS55 so the GMB Arts in Education earns 20%. If you dine in, please identify yourself as Friends of the ROE. Thanks for the support!
Our last Short-Term Sub Training of the year is being held tomorrow, Thursday, November 16, online via Zoom from 1pm-3pm.
Please join us by registering at https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/short-term-sub-training---november-16-2023
The Department of Educational Administration and Foundations at Illinois State is holding informational sessions on Nov 15, Nov 18, and Dec 6 for prospective students who are interested in obtaining more information about these programs
- Principal Preparation Program/Master’s in Educational Administration
- Ed.D. Program, resulting in Superintendent’s Endorsement
- CSBO Endorsement
These informational sessions cover all 3 programs quickly and succinctly. There is time also for Q and A. Please note that all three programs listed above are now online (synchronous).
To sign up for one of these informational sessions, please visit:
https://connect.illinoisstate.edu/portal/graduate-eaf
On Wednesday November 15th, the Illinois Human Performance Project will be hosting two webinars with Tyler Pazik, a leading sports psychologist, on how to positively engage youth in making healthy decisions and the influence we as stakeholders have in our communities!
ATTENTION ALL TEACHERS! This training is being provided by Novak Education to help all teachers meet the needs of all students in the general education classroom.
Be sure to register by November 14 for this free training designed to help adults recognize when a child is being groomed. You can sign up at https://conta.cc/3QXKiGz
This Thursday, order Portillo's for dinner and support a great cause - the GMB Arts in Education! Dine in or order online on Nov 16, from 5-8pm, and use the code PORTILLOS55 so the GMB gets 20%. You can also dine in and identify as Friends of the ROE. Thanks for the support!
Be sure to sign up today if you wish to attend the Nov 15 session. Register at https://bit.ly/47dIr6c
Thank you to Pete Brunetta from NoRedInk, who shared with us a fabulous program last evening during our webinar that helps students improve writing and transforms the way writing is taught.
Learn more at https://www.noredink.com/
Please support the GMB Arts in Education program by dining in or ordering online at Portillo's on November 16, from 5pm-8pm. Be sure to use the code PORTILLOS55.
The @PeoriaROE48 Spotlight Educator for November is Michelle Henderson from @PeoriaPublicSchools! The community member that nominated Shelly stated that, “Mrs. Henderson has the exact right balance of nurturing vs. high expectations. She’s had one of my children in the past and has one now. She sees children’s potential and helps them to gain confidence to work hard to reach it. She’s kind, empathic, hard working, fun, and incredibly skilled. She currently has my daughter who has a regimented med schedule (along with other children with a variety of other needs) and she is always on top of it. She goes above and beyond to be sure her children are set up for success. She makes parents feel like part of a team and empowers us to empower our children. I can’t speak highly enough about Mrs. Henderson.."
When asked about what it means to be an educator, Mrs. Henderson replied "As an educator I’m a role model and an influence in my students’ lives. My goal is to ensure that all of my students are engaged in each lesson and they are working to the best of their abilities through a variety of learning styles. Education should be an equal opportunity for everyone to succeed. As an educator, I want to provide a safe haven and a positive, happy, and warming environment for my students to thrive no matter what background they come from. I also strive to have a partnership with families, and to always keep the lines of communication open. Being an educator is being a lifelong learner." Congratulations, Shelly!! Thank you for all you do for the field of education.
We wanted to share a virtual professional learning workshop opportunity, “Cultural Proficiency for Music Educators” for Monday, November 6th from 5-8pm EST with consultant Ashley Cuthbertson of A. Cuthbertson Consulting!
The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Executive Institute is hosting "The Road to Resilience: An In-Depth Look at the Impact of Critical Incident Trauma on Organizations and How to Create Ways to Enhance Recovery and Build Resiliency" at Bradley University on November 15.
Register by November 10 at https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ek1fokfod435bc66&oseq=&c=&ch=
Do you know an area educator that you would like to nominate for ROE 48’s Spotlight Educator? This is a monthly feature where we recognize educators for their hard work and dedication.
Click on the link to complete the nomination today! https://forms.gle/bcJYtVU5mM8zoWKe9
