ROE 48 has two immediate open positions: Project START Director (https://5il.co/24lw8) and Regional Safety Director (https://5il.co/24lw9).
Click each link above for the job description , qualifications, and duties. . If interested, please send your resume to Beth Crider at bcrider@peoriaroe.org.
Join our team and be a part of the ROE story!
“One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.” —President George W. Bush at the Pentagon in 2008
Don't forget to go to the Big Picture Peoria Street Festival on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 1300 Block SW Adams in Peoria’s Warehouse Dist.
This is a one-of-a-kind interactive celebration of the arts in our community. Admission is donation based, simply pay as you are able.
The Street Festival has something for everyone! See live mural painting, performers, and musicians. There’s tons of fun for kids, too, with make-and-take activities in the KidZone.
Enjoy local food and drinks while watching any number of creative happenings.
WELCOME NEW EDUCATORS! Join our cadre to focus on areas of professional learning needed in the first year of teaching.
The Cadre will meet monthly online via Zoom from Sept - Jan, and you will earn 1 PD credit for attending each session.
Register at https://bit.ly/44MsuSa
Big Picture Peoria Street Festival Is Back!
Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 1300 Block SW Adams in Peoria’s Warehouse Dist.
Join them for this one-of-a-kind interactive celebration of the arts in our community. Admission is donation based, simply pay as you are able.
The Street Festival has something for everyone! See live mural painting, performers, and musicians.
Take part in chalk painting and art projects. They are in need of more sidewalk chalk artists - you can sign up through this Google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoXofsMS1_rw8W3r3nvGglF-RwbJ_K8feTKnuqKXGng7xfuA/viewform
There’s tons of fun for kids, too, with make-and-take activities in the KidZone.
Enjoy local food and drinks while watching any number of creative happenings.
Come out on Saturday for this celebration!
Every Wednesday in September the KIDS Project will be hosting free virtual professional development on Unpacking KIDS Measures. Join one or all! There's still time to register for today's session!
These sessions are learning opportunities that provide teachers with an in-depth understanding of the descriptors and measures in the KIDS developmental domains.
- September 6, 2023: Unpacking KIDS Measures - Language & Literacy (LLD)
- September 13, 2023: Unpacking KIDS Measures - Cognition: Math (COG:Math)
- September 20, 2023: Unpacking KIDS Measures - Approaches To Learning-Self Regulation (ATL-REG) & Social and Emotional Development (SED)
Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIxqVVZbODdkDWVVLmYXf0z8yjUvFw9K8PRXM3lB45HItukw/viewform
Dining with Friends is a yearly fundraiser, which runs the entirety of September and features restaurants from across the Peoria-Bloomington area. This event is a fantastic way to support the organization and the many local businesses who support the mission. Connect with members of our community and win fantastic prizes donated by community members.
The full list of locations can be found by visiting their website at https://www.friendsofcentralillinois.org/friends-events.
Be sure to register TODAY for our online book study on "Cultivating Genius."
It starts Tuesday, Sept 5 thru Oct 16, and you'll earn 10 PD Clock Hours.
Cost is only $30. Registration closes TODAY. Enroll now at https://bit.ly/45znzVs
Join the ROE 48 Math Cadre - it's for anyone interested in all things Math! We will come together to explore topics relevant to the classroom and network with area educators. Meets quarterly. The first meeting is on Sept. 21.
Register at https://bit.ly/3r2J5Dr
Join our Cadre for Parapros where we will gain insight on resources, tools, and strategies while having fun learning together.
We will meet in person once a month from Sept - December. The first meeting is Sept 21 from 8:30am-10:30am.
Register at https://bit.ly/3qRNPMa
Join the ROE 48 ELA Cadre - it's for anyone interested in all things ELA! We will come together to explore topics relevant to the classroom and network with area educators. Meets quarterly. The first meeting is on October 26, 2023. Register now at https://bit.ly/485Qi6H
Interrupt bullying at your school! Krista Leh will help us learn strategies to do this on October 12th at Five Points in Washington. Hope to see you there!
Learn how to best support youth in crisis. Join us for YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING on November 14th at Goodwill Commons in Peoria.
Join us for a five session hybrid community of practice: Cultivating Holistic Wellness FREE!!!
Register by 9/13/23
You are invited to join us at our Second Annual Special Education Summit at Sauk Valley Community College on Friday, September 29, 2023!
Do you know an area educator that you would like to nominate for ROE 48’s September Spotlight Educator? This is a monthly feature on the ROE’s social media platforms where we recognize educators for their hard work and dedication.
The educator will receive special recognition and a delivered gift from the ROE.
Click on the link to complete the nomination today!
https://forms.gle/bcJYtVU5mM8zoWKe9
We'd love to see you in our first online book study of the school year on "Cultivating Genius." It runs Sept 5 - October 16, and you'll earn 10 PD Clock Hours. Cost is only $30.
Registration closes August 31. Enroll today at https://bit.ly/45znzVs
The Pleasant Hill Leadership Team got a great start on planning for a stronger MTSS system! It's going to be a great year!
Teachers! As the school year gets off to a start, we know you are looking for visuals to increase diverse representation in your classroom lessons and wall displays. PicDiversity, Inc. is a great tool to help with that.
Join ROE 48 on September 14 for a one hour webinar from 4:30pm-5:30pm to learn more.
Register at https://peoriaroe.pdx.catalog.canvaslms.com/courses/webinar-picdiversity
ROE Adult Literacy will be conducting an Adult Basic Literacy & ELL Volunteer Tutor Training at the Peoria Lakeview Library, 1137 W Lake Avenue, Peoria, IL on September 11, 20 & 25, 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.
