Upcoming Workshops
2024-2025
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November
11-25-24 (3:30-4:20 pm) - Virtual
*Math Monday for Elementary Teachers (November Session) - Using Literature to Connect to Math
Hosted in Collaboration with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM)
Presented by Maura Brueggmann, Math Coach/Interventionist, & Erin Connolly, Reading Coach/Interventionist, teacher leaders at Whiteside Elementary School in Belleville, IL
Be prepared to launch into math via the language strand of Scarborough’s rope. Using math literature, we will explore vocabulary in order to provide our students with the background knowledge necessary to be successful with math concepts.
Registration info (1 PD credit to all **ICTM Members)
**Note: ROE 40 is partnering with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) to offer 1-year FREE ICTM memberships to teachers who teach within the ROE 40 region and are new to ICTM or would like to re-connect to ICTM. Teachers from the ROE 40 region who are not already ICTM members should contact Kelly Remijan ([email protected]) ASAP to receive a special code that will allow them to join ICTM at no cost, connect to a network of resources across the state, and receive PD credit for attending this webinar and future PD events hosted in collaboration by ROE 40 & ICTM.
December
Mindful Monday's w/ Matt - FREE
Join ROE #40 for Mindful Mondays where we will learn, explore, discuss, challenge boundaries, and move with intention. Come prepared to write a little bit, join in online discussions, learn what it means to be human, and participate in self-care strategies including breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. Registered Yoga Teacher and ROE 40 Mindfulness/SEL Coach Matt Weld will lead these one-hour virtual sessions brought to FREE you by the ISBE SEL hub grant. Participants will receive an hour of PD for each session they attend. Each session will be different so feel free to attend as many as you'd like.
December 2 & 16
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 (remote from 3:45-5:00 pm)
Vocabulary Instruction
Dec. 4th (Virtual)
Bringing NASA Inspired - STEM to Your Classroom - Registration link
12-9-24 (3:30-4:30 pm) - Virtual
*Math Monday for Elementary Teachers (December Session) - Context is Critical: K-5 Three-Act Math Tasks
Hosted in Collaboration with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM)
Mathematicians view mathematics within interesting and natural contexts. In this session, participants will engage and explore Three-Act Math Tasks; a story-telling pedagogical strategy that elicits student curiosity, collaboration, and questioning while redefining the term “real-world context” and the role that students play in the learning process. Resources will be provided!!
Registration Information (1 PD credit to all **ICTM Members)
**Note: ROE 40 is partnering with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) to offer 1-year FREE ICTM memberships to teachers who teach within the ROE 40 region and are new to ICTM or would like to re-connect to ICTM. Teachers from the ROE 40 region who are not already ICTM members should contact Kelly Remijan ([email protected]) ASAP to receive a special code that will allow them to join ICTM at no cost, connect to a network of resources across the state, and receive PD credit for attending this webinar and future PD events hosted in collaboration by ROE 40 & ICTM.
12-9-24 (9:30 am - 11:30 am)
ROE 40 Tech Director Meeting @ Carlinville CUSD 1 829 W Main Street, Carlinville, IL 62626
Eager to see educational technology innovation in action? Join this open networking group for a monthly peek into how schools in your area are harnessing classroom technology, enhancing their networking capabilities, and more. Area technology leaders can also use this time to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss pertinent tech topics impacting their schools.
12-10-24 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
12-10-24 (9:00-10:30 a.m.) - Virtual
Virtual High School Math Curriculum & More Roundtable
Join ROE 40 for a virtual HIGH SCHOOL MATH roundtable, via Zoom, for districts/schools to have the opportunity to share and discuss high school math curriculum, math classes offered to students, systems in place to help Tier 3 and special needs students to complete Algebra and Geometry, advanced placement classes/partnerships, challenges, celebrations, strategies for recruiting/developing/retaining math teachers, etc. Dr. Kelly Remijan, former high school math teacher, Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics Board Member, and current ROE40 STEM Initiatives Director, will also share math-focused resources, services being offered to ROE40 schools, and tips for helping teachers be recognized as teacher leaders of mathematics. Math teacher leaders, department chairs, curriculum directors, instructional coaches, principals, superintendents, etc. are invited! Districts are encouraged to have at least one representative to share information.
Tuesday, December 17, Thursday, February 27, Tuesday, May 6
ROE 40 Special Education Support Committee Meetings @ Jerseyville ROE office
Calling all special education teachers, coordinators, and administrators! Please join us for quarterly meetings of all ROE 40 districts to collaborate in providing the best birth to post-secondary opportunities for our students. Meetings will give educators the chance to meet each other and be informed of the regional resources available. Examples of meeting topics could include PUNS, STEP, Transition, funding availability and other supports available in our region.
January 2025
1-6-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
AA 3000 Illinois Performance Evaluation Retraining: Student Growth @Jerseyville ROE office
When valid and reliable assessment results are used to drive both individual and whole school professional development, schoolwide progress will naturally occur. On-going and supportive feedback ensures teachers and administrators can work together to support a culture of learning and nurture relationships that allow for the development of teachers and students. This workshop in combination with a teacher practice admin academy (such as #1448, #1451, #1452, or #1801) meets ISBE's retraining requirements for teacher evaluators.
1-6-25 (9:00-3:00 p.m.)
The Gift of You @ Carlinville ROE office
After exploring what well-being and self care mean, we’ll turn the mirror on you and help you determine what your self care hygiene and regimen looks like, what helps and hinders it, strategies for making it stick, and above all, connection with likeminded people. Be ready to choose courage over comfort and come out the other side with a well-crafted plan for your own self-care.
1-6-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Motivating Students: Intentional Strategies for Student Investment @Staunton High School
It is an age-old question that educators have been grappling with since the beginning of time: How do we motivate students? This session will explore a five-element motivation framework, grounded in the latest research, that includes accompanying concrete strategies. While any strategy has the potential to work well or fall flat, this session will provide a lens for teachers to use as they design and use different approaches to intentionally cultivate a school and classroom environment filled with hope, efficacy, and achievement. This interactive session highlights the critical understandings and strategies that teachers and teams need to motivate and inspire students, foster confidence and ensure learning.
Wednesday, January 8, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Word Reading Instruction - Register
Mindful Monday's w/ Matt - FREE
Join ROE #40 for Mindful Mondays where we will learn, explore, discuss, challenge boundaries, and move with intention. Come prepared to write a little bit, join in online discussions, learn what it means to be human, and participate in self-care strategies including breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. Registered Yoga Teacher and ROE 40 Mindfulness/SEL Coach Matt Weld will lead these one-hour virtual sessions brought to FREE you by the ISBE SEL hub grant. Participants will receive an hour of PD for each session they attend. Each session will be different so feel free to attend as many as you'd like.
Jan 13, 27
Feb 10, 24
Mar 10, 24
Apr 21, 28
May 19
1-14-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
1-14-25 (3:30-5:00 pm) (Virtual)
Connecting Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
Hosted in Collaboration with ROE 45
Presented by Sarah Phelps, Illinois Learning Technology Center
Description: Dig into resources that help students see under the hood. We will train our own AI model and explore connections between AI and computer science.
Registration (1.5 PD credit to all attendees)
1-21-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
The Ins and Outs of 504s
A 504 plan is mainly designed to “level the playing field” providing assistance to students to make sure they have an equal chance at education. So, one might ask how that is different from an IEP. This workshop will discuss the differences between Section 504 and IDEA, comparing and contrasting the two, the history of 504, and an overview of Section 504 from how to write these plans to the accommodations that make sense depending on the need. Accommodations can include: sitting in a certain place or with a certain desk or chair in the classroom, extra time on tests and assignments, for example. 504s also now allow for Medicaid reimbursement, which will be discussed. Finally, we will discuss how to address working with challenging parents. Presented by Dr. Christine Mitchell-Endsley. Dr. Mitchell-Endsley is a school psychologist for the Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative psychologist. In 2016 she was named the Illinois School Psychologist of the Year by the Illinois School Psychologist Association Convention.
1-23-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
Fight the Burnout: Simple SEL tools to Recharge, Renew, and Revive @Jerseyville ROE
This presentation will discuss ways to invest in your own well-being, as well as ways to bring SEL into your classroom. Learn tactics to make you feel good the rest of the year so you can fight stress and burnout from now until May. Begin this second half of school with a fresh mindset and some fresh ideas to try any time. You’ll feel better and your students will reap the benefits. And you can start these things TODAY. Presented by ELA classroom teacher Erin Asher.
1-23-25 (3:30-4:30 p.m.)
How to Launch and Sustain a Successful STEM Club (Virtual)
This presentation will guide educators and program leaders through the essential steps of creating and maintaining a successful STEM club that inspires students to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in education, award-winning educator Jackie Blumer will share practical insights into 1) Establishing a clear mission and goals that align with student interests, 2) Integrating interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and innovation, 3) Building partnerships with local and global STEM organizations to expand resources and provide mentorship opportunities, 4) Securing funding and materials through grants, sponsorships, and community support, 5) Engaging students in hands-on activities that spark curiosity and promote STEM career pathways, 6) Creating inclusive environments that encourage participation from underrepresented groups. Participants will leave equipped with proven strategies, access to valuable resources, and a renewed commitment to fostering student enthusiasm for STEM learning. Presented by Jackie Blumer (STEM Trailblazer Educator of the Year, Classroom Teacher, & STEM Club Sponsor)
01-30-25 (9-3:30 pm)
Tinkercad & Other Tech Tools to Engage Students with STEM Concepts (4th-12th grade) @ Carlinville ROE
Description: Teachers (4th-12th grade) will learn how to incorporate Tinkercad into the math or computer classroom. Teachers will design their very own object with TinkerCad which will be printed using a 3D printer. Teachers will also discover other tech tools that add in the teaching, learning, and application of STEM topics. Classroom teachers and technology teachers can attend this workshop together or individually. Attendees should bring their own laptop!
Co-led by Kelly Remijan (ROE 40) & Lisa Schwartz (LTC-West Central Illinois)
February 2025
2-6-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
2-6-25 (8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.)
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING @ Jerseyville ROE office
Do your students with difficulties in reading, math or writing also struggle to stay on task, complete work, find their
supplies, and turn in homework, even when it's complete? Learn about the overlap between Executive Functioning skills
and learning disabilities in this session that walks participants through supporting the student's executive functioning skills
from writing their IEP goal to strategies for implementing Specially Designed Instruction for related skills. Specific
strategies for individual students will be highlighted, as well as modifications for teaching these skills in a whole or small
group.
2-11-25 (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.)
AI for Educators @ Jerseyville ROE
Join us as we dive into artificial intelligence (AI) and its incredible potential in education. This workshop offers educators an in-depth exploration of AI fundamentals, advantages, and limitations, along with invaluable insights into leveraging AI tools to elevate teaching and learning experiences in the classroom. Presented by Lisa Schwartz, Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, Learning Technology Center.
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Beyond Timed Readings-Rethinking Fluence Instruction - Register
2-18-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
ISBE Financial Services Workshop (for admin and bookkeepers) - Winter session @Jerseyville ROE 40
This workshop will provide fundamental knowledge and skills for superintendents, bookkeepers, and the learning community that include Financial Forecasting (Financial Profile Score), Budget Amendments and Limitation of Admin Costs, Grant Expenditure Reporting, Evidence-Based Funding (EBF), Grants (Listing of Funding Opportunities/Specific Grant Contacts), Audit and Annual Financial Report (Preparing for Auditors), and Site-Based Expenditure Reporting (Preparation for Reporting). We will provide a Basic Bookkeeper Guide which outlines daily, weekly, and monthly tasks and why these are important for financial purposes. More knowledge and information including Illinois Accounting Rules - Part 100, Fund Transfers, and FRIS System and Reporting. Please bring with you any specific questions you may have at this time. Feel free to bring in examples, ledgers, budget amendment documents, and if you want to dig deeper into financial forecasting please bring a laptop and we will get you set up with a forecasting tool this day. Some of this will be review from the Fall workshop, but anyone who did not attend the Fall workshop can still benefit from this Spring workshop.
February 19, 2025 | Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL | 9:00am - 3:30pm
PEP Con 2025
3rd Annual Positivity, Energy, and Purpose Conference
Join us as we hear keynotes from Danny Brassell, Aaron Davis, and John O'Leary. For more info visit: https://newdirectionseducation.weebly.com/pepcon.html
2-26-25
The Administrator's Role in Collective Bargaining AAC #3822 - @ Mascoutah School District #19 - sponsored by IASBO
This academy is tailored for educational leaders who actively participate in the collective bargaining process. It covers essential legal knowledge, negotiation models and preparation strategies to ensure successful outcomes for all parties involved. Participants will complete a pre-course assessment to evaluate their current bargaining readiness.
March 2025
3-4-25 (8:30-2:30 p.m.)
Google Level 1 Certification @ Jerseyville ROE
Are you ready to take your Google skills to the next level? Join our upcoming Google Educator Level 1 workshop! This workshop will break down the Google Educator Level 1 Certification into smaller segments while preparing you for the exam. Each segment will cover different Google-related topics, including Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom, Forms and Sheets, and test prep tips. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test can promote their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months. Don't miss this opportunity to grow professionally and earn a valuable certification to add to your resume immediately.
3-4-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Area 5 Spring Athletic Coaches Conference @ The Gateway Center - Collinsville, IL
Join your fellow coaches and athletic directors from schools all over southwestern Illinois. We will have a chance to have some fun, collaborate, network, and hear from some amazing keynote speakers!
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Wendy Borlabi
Dr. Borlabi is currently working with the Chicago Bulls and is founder of Borlabi Consulting, a performance psychology firm. Also, she is an independent consultant with the National Basketball Association. She worked for the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) at their training center in San Diego for six years (two Winter Olympic and one Summer Olympic Games). She co-founded Acumen Performance Group (APG) along with six current and ex-Navy SEALs. They developed a program that integrated the SEALs real-world experience and applied it in both the development and application of the high-performance concepts of seamless teamwork, mental toughness, and unwavering confidence.
3-11-25 (9-3:30 p.m.)
AA #1801 Gathering Evidence During Observations and Conferencing Using the Danielson Model @ Jerseyville ROE
This course will allow participants to learn effective skills and strategies for using Charlotte Danielson’s Frameworks in a summative setting. This academy, in combination with administrator academy 3000, satisfies the teacher evaluator retraining requirement.
3-11-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Text Selection for Beginning & Independent Readers - Register
3-28-25 (9:00-11:00 a.m.)
Dyscalculia: Brain Science, Characteristics, and Strategies that Work - Virtual Session
This presentation will explore the brain science behind dyscalculia. We will talk about attributes of students that have dyscalculia, and we will discuss the multi-modal techniques that work best for these students. Participants will be given basic free screeners that can help teachers to identify areas of student weakness, and participants will be empowered with instructional practices that can meet the needs of students with specific learning disabilities.
April 2025
4-1-25 (8:30-2:30 p.m.)
Drones in the Classroom: Coding, STEM, and Preparing for the Future @ Jerseyville ROE
The use of drones is rapidly expanding across various industries, presenting new and exciting opportunities for students to engage in STEM learning and develop skills relevant to the future workforce. This hands-on workshop will explore how codeable drones can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom to foster coding skills, spark an interest in STEM, and prepare students for the ever-changing technological landscape. This workshop is only open to the first 10 registrants!
4-8-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Connecting the IL Comprehensive Literacy Plan - Register
4-17-25 (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.)
180 Days of Awesome and The Rooted School- Building Rooted Relationships with Staff & Students on an SEL Level - Monica Genta @ Jersey Community High School Auditorium
180 Days of School = 180 Days of Awesome! Awesome is all around us. Every day you walk into your school something amazing is bound to happen. Some days that awesome is easy to see, it comes in the form of laughter, academic progress, achieving goals, and building relationships with kids. Some days that awesome is nearly impossible to see amongst all the meetings, curriculum changes, displeased parents, and behavior concerns. Here is the cool part, focusing on the awesome has the power to turn each day of education into an exciting adventure in learning. Come along with me on this 180 day quest as we learn to focus on those little awesome moments that have the power to change everything. Because sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference!
The Rooted School- Building Rooted Relationships with Staff & Students on an SEL Level
Strong relationships with students and staff are the backbone to all learning! Sometimes it feels like people are building walls around growing in this relationship. But where there is a wall, we can learn to build a bridge. Come explore how creating an atmosphere that is open, exciting, and fun for students and staff allows them to discover their unique interests, skills, and strengths as individuals. Let’s build a level of trustworthiness among all and learn how to turn a school into a family. This session is filled with activities and lessons that help build deeply rooted relationships within any school setting.
May 2025
5-6-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
June 2025
July 2025
7-14-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Area 5 Summer Athletic Coaches Conference @ The Gateway Center - Collinsville, IL - REGISTRATION TO COME
Join your fellow coaches and athletic directors from schools all over southwestern Illinois. We will have a chance to have some fun, collaborate, network, and hear from some amazing keynote speakers!
11-25-24 (3:30-4:20 pm) - Virtual
*Math Monday for Elementary Teachers (November Session) - Using Literature to Connect to Math
Hosted in Collaboration with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM)
Presented by Maura Brueggmann, Math Coach/Interventionist, & Erin Connolly, Reading Coach/Interventionist, teacher leaders at Whiteside Elementary School in Belleville, IL
Be prepared to launch into math via the language strand of Scarborough’s rope. Using math literature, we will explore vocabulary in order to provide our students with the background knowledge necessary to be successful with math concepts.
Registration info (1 PD credit to all **ICTM Members)
**Note: ROE 40 is partnering with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) to offer 1-year FREE ICTM memberships to teachers who teach within the ROE 40 region and are new to ICTM or would like to re-connect to ICTM. Teachers from the ROE 40 region who are not already ICTM members should contact Kelly Remijan ([email protected]) ASAP to receive a special code that will allow them to join ICTM at no cost, connect to a network of resources across the state, and receive PD credit for attending this webinar and future PD events hosted in collaboration by ROE 40 & ICTM.
December
Mindful Monday's w/ Matt - FREE
Join ROE #40 for Mindful Mondays where we will learn, explore, discuss, challenge boundaries, and move with intention. Come prepared to write a little bit, join in online discussions, learn what it means to be human, and participate in self-care strategies including breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. Registered Yoga Teacher and ROE 40 Mindfulness/SEL Coach Matt Weld will lead these one-hour virtual sessions brought to FREE you by the ISBE SEL hub grant. Participants will receive an hour of PD for each session they attend. Each session will be different so feel free to attend as many as you'd like.
December 2 & 16
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 (remote from 3:45-5:00 pm)
Vocabulary Instruction
Dec. 4th (Virtual)
Bringing NASA Inspired - STEM to Your Classroom - Registration link
12-9-24 (3:30-4:30 pm) - Virtual
*Math Monday for Elementary Teachers (December Session) - Context is Critical: K-5 Three-Act Math Tasks
Hosted in Collaboration with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM)
Mathematicians view mathematics within interesting and natural contexts. In this session, participants will engage and explore Three-Act Math Tasks; a story-telling pedagogical strategy that elicits student curiosity, collaboration, and questioning while redefining the term “real-world context” and the role that students play in the learning process. Resources will be provided!!
Registration Information (1 PD credit to all **ICTM Members)
**Note: ROE 40 is partnering with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) to offer 1-year FREE ICTM memberships to teachers who teach within the ROE 40 region and are new to ICTM or would like to re-connect to ICTM. Teachers from the ROE 40 region who are not already ICTM members should contact Kelly Remijan ([email protected]) ASAP to receive a special code that will allow them to join ICTM at no cost, connect to a network of resources across the state, and receive PD credit for attending this webinar and future PD events hosted in collaboration by ROE 40 & ICTM.
12-9-24 (9:30 am - 11:30 am)
ROE 40 Tech Director Meeting @ Carlinville CUSD 1 829 W Main Street, Carlinville, IL 62626
Eager to see educational technology innovation in action? Join this open networking group for a monthly peek into how schools in your area are harnessing classroom technology, enhancing their networking capabilities, and more. Area technology leaders can also use this time to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss pertinent tech topics impacting their schools.
12-10-24 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
12-10-24 (9:00-10:30 a.m.) - Virtual
Virtual High School Math Curriculum & More Roundtable
Join ROE 40 for a virtual HIGH SCHOOL MATH roundtable, via Zoom, for districts/schools to have the opportunity to share and discuss high school math curriculum, math classes offered to students, systems in place to help Tier 3 and special needs students to complete Algebra and Geometry, advanced placement classes/partnerships, challenges, celebrations, strategies for recruiting/developing/retaining math teachers, etc. Dr. Kelly Remijan, former high school math teacher, Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics Board Member, and current ROE40 STEM Initiatives Director, will also share math-focused resources, services being offered to ROE40 schools, and tips for helping teachers be recognized as teacher leaders of mathematics. Math teacher leaders, department chairs, curriculum directors, instructional coaches, principals, superintendents, etc. are invited! Districts are encouraged to have at least one representative to share information.
Tuesday, December 17, Thursday, February 27, Tuesday, May 6
ROE 40 Special Education Support Committee Meetings @ Jerseyville ROE office
Calling all special education teachers, coordinators, and administrators! Please join us for quarterly meetings of all ROE 40 districts to collaborate in providing the best birth to post-secondary opportunities for our students. Meetings will give educators the chance to meet each other and be informed of the regional resources available. Examples of meeting topics could include PUNS, STEP, Transition, funding availability and other supports available in our region.
January 2025
1-6-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
AA 3000 Illinois Performance Evaluation Retraining: Student Growth @Jerseyville ROE office
When valid and reliable assessment results are used to drive both individual and whole school professional development, schoolwide progress will naturally occur. On-going and supportive feedback ensures teachers and administrators can work together to support a culture of learning and nurture relationships that allow for the development of teachers and students. This workshop in combination with a teacher practice admin academy (such as #1448, #1451, #1452, or #1801) meets ISBE's retraining requirements for teacher evaluators.
1-6-25 (9:00-3:00 p.m.)
The Gift of You @ Carlinville ROE office
After exploring what well-being and self care mean, we’ll turn the mirror on you and help you determine what your self care hygiene and regimen looks like, what helps and hinders it, strategies for making it stick, and above all, connection with likeminded people. Be ready to choose courage over comfort and come out the other side with a well-crafted plan for your own self-care.
1-6-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Motivating Students: Intentional Strategies for Student Investment @Staunton High School
It is an age-old question that educators have been grappling with since the beginning of time: How do we motivate students? This session will explore a five-element motivation framework, grounded in the latest research, that includes accompanying concrete strategies. While any strategy has the potential to work well or fall flat, this session will provide a lens for teachers to use as they design and use different approaches to intentionally cultivate a school and classroom environment filled with hope, efficacy, and achievement. This interactive session highlights the critical understandings and strategies that teachers and teams need to motivate and inspire students, foster confidence and ensure learning.
Wednesday, January 8, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Word Reading Instruction - Register
Mindful Monday's w/ Matt - FREE
Join ROE #40 for Mindful Mondays where we will learn, explore, discuss, challenge boundaries, and move with intention. Come prepared to write a little bit, join in online discussions, learn what it means to be human, and participate in self-care strategies including breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. Registered Yoga Teacher and ROE 40 Mindfulness/SEL Coach Matt Weld will lead these one-hour virtual sessions brought to FREE you by the ISBE SEL hub grant. Participants will receive an hour of PD for each session they attend. Each session will be different so feel free to attend as many as you'd like.
Jan 13, 27
Feb 10, 24
Mar 10, 24
Apr 21, 28
May 19
1-14-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
1-14-25 (3:30-5:00 pm) (Virtual)
Connecting Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
Hosted in Collaboration with ROE 45
Presented by Sarah Phelps, Illinois Learning Technology Center
Description: Dig into resources that help students see under the hood. We will train our own AI model and explore connections between AI and computer science.
Registration (1.5 PD credit to all attendees)
1-21-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
The Ins and Outs of 504s
A 504 plan is mainly designed to “level the playing field” providing assistance to students to make sure they have an equal chance at education. So, one might ask how that is different from an IEP. This workshop will discuss the differences between Section 504 and IDEA, comparing and contrasting the two, the history of 504, and an overview of Section 504 from how to write these plans to the accommodations that make sense depending on the need. Accommodations can include: sitting in a certain place or with a certain desk or chair in the classroom, extra time on tests and assignments, for example. 504s also now allow for Medicaid reimbursement, which will be discussed. Finally, we will discuss how to address working with challenging parents. Presented by Dr. Christine Mitchell-Endsley. Dr. Mitchell-Endsley is a school psychologist for the Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative psychologist. In 2016 she was named the Illinois School Psychologist of the Year by the Illinois School Psychologist Association Convention.
1-23-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
Fight the Burnout: Simple SEL tools to Recharge, Renew, and Revive @Jerseyville ROE
This presentation will discuss ways to invest in your own well-being, as well as ways to bring SEL into your classroom. Learn tactics to make you feel good the rest of the year so you can fight stress and burnout from now until May. Begin this second half of school with a fresh mindset and some fresh ideas to try any time. You’ll feel better and your students will reap the benefits. And you can start these things TODAY. Presented by ELA classroom teacher Erin Asher.
1-23-25 (3:30-4:30 p.m.)
How to Launch and Sustain a Successful STEM Club (Virtual)
This presentation will guide educators and program leaders through the essential steps of creating and maintaining a successful STEM club that inspires students to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in education, award-winning educator Jackie Blumer will share practical insights into 1) Establishing a clear mission and goals that align with student interests, 2) Integrating interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and innovation, 3) Building partnerships with local and global STEM organizations to expand resources and provide mentorship opportunities, 4) Securing funding and materials through grants, sponsorships, and community support, 5) Engaging students in hands-on activities that spark curiosity and promote STEM career pathways, 6) Creating inclusive environments that encourage participation from underrepresented groups. Participants will leave equipped with proven strategies, access to valuable resources, and a renewed commitment to fostering student enthusiasm for STEM learning. Presented by Jackie Blumer (STEM Trailblazer Educator of the Year, Classroom Teacher, & STEM Club Sponsor)
01-30-25 (9-3:30 pm)
Tinkercad & Other Tech Tools to Engage Students with STEM Concepts (4th-12th grade) @ Carlinville ROE
Description: Teachers (4th-12th grade) will learn how to incorporate Tinkercad into the math or computer classroom. Teachers will design their very own object with TinkerCad which will be printed using a 3D printer. Teachers will also discover other tech tools that add in the teaching, learning, and application of STEM topics. Classroom teachers and technology teachers can attend this workshop together or individually. Attendees should bring their own laptop!
Co-led by Kelly Remijan (ROE 40) & Lisa Schwartz (LTC-West Central Illinois)
February 2025
2-6-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
2-6-25 (8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.)
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING @ Jerseyville ROE office
Do your students with difficulties in reading, math or writing also struggle to stay on task, complete work, find their
supplies, and turn in homework, even when it's complete? Learn about the overlap between Executive Functioning skills
and learning disabilities in this session that walks participants through supporting the student's executive functioning skills
from writing their IEP goal to strategies for implementing Specially Designed Instruction for related skills. Specific
strategies for individual students will be highlighted, as well as modifications for teaching these skills in a whole or small
group.
2-11-25 (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.)
AI for Educators @ Jerseyville ROE
Join us as we dive into artificial intelligence (AI) and its incredible potential in education. This workshop offers educators an in-depth exploration of AI fundamentals, advantages, and limitations, along with invaluable insights into leveraging AI tools to elevate teaching and learning experiences in the classroom. Presented by Lisa Schwartz, Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, Learning Technology Center.
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Beyond Timed Readings-Rethinking Fluence Instruction - Register
2-18-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
ISBE Financial Services Workshop (for admin and bookkeepers) - Winter session @Jerseyville ROE 40
This workshop will provide fundamental knowledge and skills for superintendents, bookkeepers, and the learning community that include Financial Forecasting (Financial Profile Score), Budget Amendments and Limitation of Admin Costs, Grant Expenditure Reporting, Evidence-Based Funding (EBF), Grants (Listing of Funding Opportunities/Specific Grant Contacts), Audit and Annual Financial Report (Preparing for Auditors), and Site-Based Expenditure Reporting (Preparation for Reporting). We will provide a Basic Bookkeeper Guide which outlines daily, weekly, and monthly tasks and why these are important for financial purposes. More knowledge and information including Illinois Accounting Rules - Part 100, Fund Transfers, and FRIS System and Reporting. Please bring with you any specific questions you may have at this time. Feel free to bring in examples, ledgers, budget amendment documents, and if you want to dig deeper into financial forecasting please bring a laptop and we will get you set up with a forecasting tool this day. Some of this will be review from the Fall workshop, but anyone who did not attend the Fall workshop can still benefit from this Spring workshop.
February 19, 2025 | Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL | 9:00am - 3:30pm
PEP Con 2025
3rd Annual Positivity, Energy, and Purpose Conference
Join us as we hear keynotes from Danny Brassell, Aaron Davis, and John O'Leary. For more info visit: https://newdirectionseducation.weebly.com/pepcon.html
2-26-25
The Administrator's Role in Collective Bargaining AAC #3822 - @ Mascoutah School District #19 - sponsored by IASBO
This academy is tailored for educational leaders who actively participate in the collective bargaining process. It covers essential legal knowledge, negotiation models and preparation strategies to ensure successful outcomes for all parties involved. Participants will complete a pre-course assessment to evaluate their current bargaining readiness.
March 2025
3-4-25 (8:30-2:30 p.m.)
Google Level 1 Certification @ Jerseyville ROE
Are you ready to take your Google skills to the next level? Join our upcoming Google Educator Level 1 workshop! This workshop will break down the Google Educator Level 1 Certification into smaller segments while preparing you for the exam. Each segment will cover different Google-related topics, including Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom, Forms and Sheets, and test prep tips. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test can promote their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months. Don't miss this opportunity to grow professionally and earn a valuable certification to add to your resume immediately.
3-4-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Area 5 Spring Athletic Coaches Conference @ The Gateway Center - Collinsville, IL
Join your fellow coaches and athletic directors from schools all over southwestern Illinois. We will have a chance to have some fun, collaborate, network, and hear from some amazing keynote speakers!
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Wendy Borlabi
Dr. Borlabi is currently working with the Chicago Bulls and is founder of Borlabi Consulting, a performance psychology firm. Also, she is an independent consultant with the National Basketball Association. She worked for the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) at their training center in San Diego for six years (two Winter Olympic and one Summer Olympic Games). She co-founded Acumen Performance Group (APG) along with six current and ex-Navy SEALs. They developed a program that integrated the SEALs real-world experience and applied it in both the development and application of the high-performance concepts of seamless teamwork, mental toughness, and unwavering confidence.
3-11-25 (9-3:30 p.m.)
AA #1801 Gathering Evidence During Observations and Conferencing Using the Danielson Model @ Jerseyville ROE
This course will allow participants to learn effective skills and strategies for using Charlotte Danielson’s Frameworks in a summative setting. This academy, in combination with administrator academy 3000, satisfies the teacher evaluator retraining requirement.
3-11-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Text Selection for Beginning & Independent Readers - Register
3-28-25 (9:00-11:00 a.m.)
Dyscalculia: Brain Science, Characteristics, and Strategies that Work - Virtual Session
This presentation will explore the brain science behind dyscalculia. We will talk about attributes of students that have dyscalculia, and we will discuss the multi-modal techniques that work best for these students. Participants will be given basic free screeners that can help teachers to identify areas of student weakness, and participants will be empowered with instructional practices that can meet the needs of students with specific learning disabilities.
April 2025
4-1-25 (8:30-2:30 p.m.)
Drones in the Classroom: Coding, STEM, and Preparing for the Future @ Jerseyville ROE
The use of drones is rapidly expanding across various industries, presenting new and exciting opportunities for students to engage in STEM learning and develop skills relevant to the future workforce. This hands-on workshop will explore how codeable drones can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom to foster coding skills, spark an interest in STEM, and prepare students for the ever-changing technological landscape. This workshop is only open to the first 10 registrants!
4-8-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, remote from 3:45-5:00 pm
Connecting the IL Comprehensive Literacy Plan - Register
4-17-25 (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.)
180 Days of Awesome and The Rooted School- Building Rooted Relationships with Staff & Students on an SEL Level - Monica Genta @ Jersey Community High School Auditorium
180 Days of School = 180 Days of Awesome! Awesome is all around us. Every day you walk into your school something amazing is bound to happen. Some days that awesome is easy to see, it comes in the form of laughter, academic progress, achieving goals, and building relationships with kids. Some days that awesome is nearly impossible to see amongst all the meetings, curriculum changes, displeased parents, and behavior concerns. Here is the cool part, focusing on the awesome has the power to turn each day of education into an exciting adventure in learning. Come along with me on this 180 day quest as we learn to focus on those little awesome moments that have the power to change everything. Because sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference!
The Rooted School- Building Rooted Relationships with Staff & Students on an SEL Level
Strong relationships with students and staff are the backbone to all learning! Sometimes it feels like people are building walls around growing in this relationship. But where there is a wall, we can learn to build a bridge. Come explore how creating an atmosphere that is open, exciting, and fun for students and staff allows them to discover their unique interests, skills, and strengths as individuals. Let’s build a level of trustworthiness among all and learn how to turn a school into a family. This session is filled with activities and lessons that help build deeply rooted relationships within any school setting.
May 2025
5-6-25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
ROE 40/ROE 51 Tech Director Meeting @ Sangamon-Menard Regional Office of Education, 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
June 2025
July 2025
7-14-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Area 5 Summer Athletic Coaches Conference @ The Gateway Center - Collinsville, IL - REGISTRATION TO COME
Join your fellow coaches and athletic directors from schools all over southwestern Illinois. We will have a chance to have some fun, collaborate, network, and hear from some amazing keynote speakers!
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The Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan - workshop series - Register
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TeachIllinois is a 100% online, center for educator professional development. Educators can either self-register, or districts can bulk register their staffs. Upon completion of the material, learners will complete the ISBE Seminar Evaluation Form, after which, the official ISBE Evidence of Completion form will be made available. Many of the e-learning courses are currently free. New content is added every month, and we welcome suggestions for future courses. Our e-learning platform is robust enough that a PD provider (such as a District) could subscribe and create their own ‘channel’.
For questions, please contact Matt Weld, Director of Learning Technology for Area 5: [email protected] FREE - Online Book Studies 100% Asynchronous 2024-25 |
ROE 40 Professional Development
Director of School Improvement ROE #40
Dr. Ryan Wamser - [email protected]
Dr. Ryan Wamser - [email protected]