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Upcoming Workshops
​2025-2026

Click on the title of workshop to register.
April 2026
4-9-26 @ Virtual (3:30-4:30 pm)
Math Madness to Math Meaning: Thinking Differently About Math
Hosted by ROE 40 in partnership with the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM)
Presented by Kelly Remijan (Director-at-Large for the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics) Hosted in collaboration by ROE40 and ICTM.  Teachers will discover different ways of thinking about & teaching math pertaining to subtraction, halving numbers, converting mixed numbers to improper fractions, percentages being reversible, multiplying using rectangles, long division meaning, adding/subtracting integers, subtracting/multiplying/dividing fractions, solving equations with rectangles or Desmos, & making math more visual. Teachers will also learn about various social media resources that encourage students to think about math differently. Click here for a flyer!  

4-10-26 @  St. Louis Contemporary Art Museum, 3750 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108 (12-3:00pm)
Seeing Ourselves in the Present: Teaching SEL Through Contemporary Art

This professional learning session invites educators to explore how contemporary art can serve as a powerful entry point for both academic inquiry and social-emotional learning. During the first two hours, participants will be guided through the current CAM exhibition featuring the work of Claude Calhoun and Andrea Carlson, modeling strategies for integrating contemporary art into instruction and facilitating thoughtful, student-centered discussions. In the final hour, the focus will shift to practical SEL strategies grounded in art history, helping educators use contemporary artworks to foster reflection, identity exploration, empathy, and meaningful dialogue in the classroom.  Held at the St. Louis Contemporary Art Museum - transportation NOT provided.  

4-13-26 @ Virtual (3:30-4:30 pm) - FREE
STEAM & Video Game Development 

Video games provide a powerful way to bring STEAM learning to life by connecting creativity with technical problem-solving. In this webinar, educators will explore how video game development can help students apply mathematics, art and design, physics concepts, and computer programming in engaging, real-world ways. Participants will learn how the core elements of game design—such as movement, animation, level design, and player interaction—naturally incorporate mathematical thinking, physical principles like motion and gravity, visual storytelling, and coding logic. By designing simple games, students can see how these disciplines work together to create interactive digital experiences. The session will also highlight how game development can introduce students to career pathways in technology, digital media, engineering, and the game industry.  Presented by Tim Snyder (Co-Director of St. Louis Game Development, Independent Artist, & Video Game Developer) and Wes Ehrlichman (Co-Director of St. Louis Game Development, Programmer, & Software Engineer at World Wide Technology who formerly worked for Riot Games).  Hosted by Kelly Remijan (ROE40 Director of STEM Initiatives and ICTM Director-at-Large)

4-20-26 @ Virtual (3:30-4:30pm)
Mindful Monday

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.

4-21-26 @ Carlinville ROE office (9:00-3:00pm)
ISBE Financial Services Workshop (For administrators and finance department)

One-of-a-kind workshop just for local administrators and finance personnel. Topics will be determined in advance by registered attendees. Please bring with you any specific questions you may have at this time. 

4-23-26 @ Center for STEM Research, Education, & Outreach SIUE Campus, Science East Room 1276 (9:00-1:00pm)
STEM Connects Learning Event  

Hosted as a partnership between ROE40, LTC, SIUE, ROE41, & IMSA
Elementary and middle school teachers, instructional coaches, and curriculum leaders are encouraged to register for the STEM Connects PD.  Those who register will have the opportunity to engage in networking opportunities and breakout sessions covering a variety of STEM topics. This is an excellent chance to expand your knowledge and discover new methods to inspire your students.  Click HERE for more information! Click HERE for a flyer!

May 2026
5-5-26-5-6-26 @ Normal, IL
ISBE Wellness Conference

The ISBE School Wellness Conference will once again be held in Bloomington-Normal, May 5 & 6, 2026 with a pre-conference administrator academy held on the 4th.  Comprehensive information regarding conference registration, hotel accommodations, and detailed breakout session descriptions can now be found linked above.

This year’s conference offers sessions for a wide range of school stakeholders, with topics spanning: school nutrition, SEL, restorative practices, mental health, staff wellness, physical education, and more!  There truly is something for everyone involved in supporting wellness within school communities.  

5-6-26 @ VIRTUAL (FREE) (3:30-4:30 pm)
Math Matters: Practical Strategies for Supporting All Students

This one-hour professional development session will focus on practical strategies and helpful suggestions for teaching math to special education students. The facilitator will discuss common barriers students may experience during math instruction and will share instructional practices designed to support access, engagement, and participation. Participants will be introduced to supportive strategies such as multisensory instruction, scaffolding, visual models, differentiated tasks, and structured opportunities for practice. The facilitator will also highlight ways teachers can create a more supportive and responsive math learning environment for diverse learners. Click HERE for a flyer!

5-11-26 @ Virtual (3:30-4:30pm)
Mindful Monday

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.

June 2026
Rescheduled from February!
6-9-26 @ Jersey ROE office (9:00 - 3:00 p.m.)
Purposeful Play in Kindergarten: Building Intentional Learning Through Joy and Play

This full-day professional development workshop can help educators reimagine what meaningful learning looks like in a kindergarten classroom. Participants will explore how purposeful play can meet academic standards, strengthen engagement, and foster growth across all developmental domains. Through hands-on activities, classroom examples, and current research, teachers will learn how to integrate play into daily routines, manage play centers effectively, and assess learning authentically through observation and documentation.

July 2026
7-28-26 & 7-29-26 @ Gateway Convention Center, Collinsville, IL (9:00 - 3:00 p.m. each day)
Summer Mental Health Summit 2026

Free to all Schools/Districts thanks to the Project Aware Grant.
Teams highly encouraged, but everyone welcome!  Open to all schools and districts, even if you have attended one of our SEL Summer Summits before!
Objectives:
  • Build, augment, or tweak your district's mental health plan by exploring stakeholder awareness and agency
  • Learn what to look for to identify trauma, substance abuse.
  • Build skills in resilience for staff and students
  • Understand your role in your school community's mental health strategy
  • Leverage leadership tools for every position to promote agency and voice

August 2026
8-3-26  @ Carlinville ROE (9:00-3:00pm)
10 Techniques to Get Students Talking

Join Dr. Brandy Hempen in this virtual, yet hands-on, at-your-own-pace and on your own time workshop highlighting collaboration techniques that will take your classroom discussions to the next level. See how each of the following topics can be enhanced in your classroom to increase the rigor and richness of your students' classroom discussions: · Relationships · Mistakes and Praise · Discussion Techniques · Flexible Grouping · Questioning Techniques · Time Management · Transitions · Purpose and Big Ideas · Student Input and Engagement · Lesson Preparation

8-4-26 @ Center for Academic & Vocational Excellence (The “CAVE”) Belleville, IL
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Doors Open/Breakfast at 8:00; Academy 9:00 - 12:00)
Administrator Academy #820 Legal Standards for the Management of School Personnel
All Area 5 ROE administrators are invited to attend this FREE event for Administrator Academy or professional development credit. Complimentary breakfast will be provided. Administrator Academy credit will require administrators to view two of four provided videos and complete an application/dissemination by August 7th at 3:00 p.m. ​

8-5-26 & 8-6-26 (Must attend both days)  Day 1 in-person @ Jerseyville ROE, Day 2 Virtual via Zoom
AA #2001 Initial Teacher Evaluation Training

Individuals who wish to become qualified to evaluate teachers and other certified personnel must successfully complete the 2-day Illinois Performance Evaluation – Teacher Evaluation Training (AA #2001). Day 1 will be in person at the Jerseyville ROE conference room.  Day 2 will conclude the training and be done via zoom with the final assessment administered during that session.  You must attend both days to receive credit.  To participate in the virtual portion of the workshop, you must have Internet access, a web camera, a microphone. To be eligible to attend, you must complete ISBE-required pre-work at least 72 hours before the training. You will receive the virtual training link, handouts and detailed instructions during the in-person session.
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September 2026
9-1-26 & 9-2-26 @ Carlinville ROE office (9-3:30 each day)
AA4050 Illinois Performance Evaluation: Evaluator Initial Training & Retraining for Principals and Assistant Principals

Beginning July 1, 2024, this is the ISBE-required two-day course for those wishing to be able to evaluate Principals and Assistant Principals, AND the required refresher course for those that already have the credential. It will cover all aspects of evaluation for Principals and Assistant Principals, including professional practice and student growth data.   Please Note: There is a pre-work requirement for all participants of 2-3 hours that must be completed prior to admittance to the two-day face-to-face training. The required Application/Dissemination piece will be completed at the end of day 2 for academy credit.

9-8-26 @ Carlinville ROE office (12:00-3:00pm)
The 3 D’s Simulation: Understanding and Supporting Learners with Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
 
Join us for an immersive training simulation designed to enhance your understanding of dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia, and to equip you with practical strategies to support individuals with these learning differences. This interactive session will provide participants with an opportunity to step into the shoes of those facing these challenges, fostering empathy and deepening insight into the experiences of individuals with specific learning disabilities. In addition to the hands-on simulations, characteristics of dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia will be discussed and practical strategies and interventions will be shared.  
  
9-10-26 @ TBD (9-12pm)
The 7 Commitments That Great Teams Must Make to Build Trust, Foster Connection, Overcome Adversity, and Achieve Extraordinary Success

Based on the Jon Gordon's 7 Commitments of a Great Team, this interactive admin academy will uncover the secret to building unshakable trust, uncover strategies to hold your team accountable, the skills to turn challenges and change into growth, and experience a mindset shift that leads to long-term success.  Led by Jon Gordon certified trainer Dr. Kelly Stewart, the day is guaranteed to be both rich in learning and highly entertaining. 

9-14-26 @ Carlinville ROE office (9-3:00pm)
AA#1876: Before the Crisis: An Introduction to Student Safety Assessment and Management

Is your school or district looking to implement a clear and actionable school safety & student behavior threat assessment?  
Using social media, cell phones, or in conversations with peers; students make threats to hurt themselves or others. How these situations are handled is vital to the safety and security of our students and the liability to the district. Too often, administrators are developing a plan to address these situations during the event. Afterwards, questions arise if everything was done correctly, consistently, and documented appropriately. Before the Crisis is a course that will enable participants to assess the severity of a threat, analyze the safety of the students and staff, and collaboratively develop a plan of action to protect and support the students.

9-29-26 @ Jerseyville ROE office (9-3:00pm)
Advanced Classroom Management

Jim Kestner will present his nationally recognized program in a high-energy session dedicated to helping experienced teachers address a wide range of classroom management issues. Teachers who attend will find strategies that lead students to make good choices, replacing controlling behaviors with strategies that lead students to monitor and take responsibility for their own behavior.

October 2026

November 2026

11-3-26 @ Jerseyville ROE (9:00-3:00pm) (Rescheduled from APRIL)
Increasing Student Engagement in the K-8 Classroom

Join Dr. Brandy Hempen in this self-paced workshop focusing on the many ways to increase student engagement. This mini workshop emphasizes the importance of building relationships with students, using classroom discussions (both verbal and nonverbal) purposefully, establishing a purpose for lessons and activities, teaching TO the standards, and differentiating instruction. This workshop is best for schools that have teachers at various levels needing a variety of options to choose from to implement into their classroom to increase student achievement. In other words, there is a little bit (or a lot) for everyone!

11-19-26 @ Jerseyville ROE office (9-330pm)
Administrator Academy 1801:  Gathering Evidence During Observations and Conferencing Using the Danielson Model.

This course will allow participants to learn effective skills and strategies for using Charlotte Danielson's Frameworks in a summative setting in order to more effectively: 1. Identify evidence at the component/element level during formal and informal observations; 2. Use evidence to effectively rate staff on the levels of performance for each domain; 3. Acquire strategies to support effective collaborative conferencing around formal and informal observations; and 4. learn techniques, strategies and protocols to use when conferencing with staff.
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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]
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ROE 40 Professional Development

Director of Professional Learning  
Dr. Martha Weld  - m[email protected]