Upcoming Workshops
2024-2025
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April 2025
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.
4-24-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
ISBE Financial Services Workshop (for admin and bookkeepers) - Spring 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.
4-28-25 (9-3:30 p.m.)
School Psychologist Conference @ The Gateway Center Collinsville, IL
Calling all school psychologists for a day of professional development with keynote speakers and collaboration!
Speakers:
May 2025
5-5-25 (8:30-3:30 p.m.)
Social Worker Conference @ The Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL
Join your fellow social workers from all over southwestern Illinois.
Tentative schedule, speakers, and topics:
Soaring into Aviation with STEM Concepts, Activities, & Career Connections (K-12th grade)
Tuesday, May 6th, 9-2:30 pm (St. Louis Regional Airport, West Star Aviation, 2 Airline Ct., East Alton, IL, 62024, FREE)
Led by Kelly Remijan (ROE40 STEM Initiatives) & Kerry Lorton (Central Illinois Rural CTE Region)
in partnership with the St. Louis Regional Airport and West Star Aviation with support provided by Piston Aviation, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), Civil Air Patrol (CAP), and the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA).
Registration (5 IL PD credit to all attendees) NOTE: Registration deadline is April 25th w/ space limited to the first 20 to register!
Any K-12 teacher from the ROE40 region can attend this profession learning experience where they will a) Discover aviation connections to integrate at any level, b) Experience hands-on activities to enhance the teaching & learning of STEM concepts & career connections, c) Tour West Star Aviation and learn about various aviation-related careers & pathways, d) Enjoy a delicious lunch funded by West Star Aviation, e) Gain Civil Air Patrol Educator Membership w/ free access to resources including free STEM-kits, f) Have the option to take a free flight as the passenger of a certified flight instructor to learn first-hand about the training & knowledge required to fly a plane, g) Receive mileage reimbursement to and from the event. Note: Schools will be reimbursed the cost of subs.
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
5-14-25 9-12:30 pm @ Jersey CUSD 100 district office
AA # 4025, AI in Action: A Leader’s Guide to Implementation
This is for administrators in ROE 40 only.
Have you considered the role AI could play in shaping the future of education at your school? This Administrator Academy aims to equip school leaders with the essential knowledge and practical tools to implement AI technologies effectively. Explore real-world examples of how schools are currently using AI to enhance educational outcomes and streamline operations. Learn to strategically integrate AI solutions, address ethical and privacy concerns, and nurture a culture that embraces technological advancements.
June 2025
6-2-25 @ The Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL
10th Annual New Directions in Education Conference
The 10th annual New Directions in Education Conference will be held Monday, June 2 from 9 - 3 pm at the Gateway Center in Collinsville, IL. Happiness expert Kim Strobel will kick off the event with her high-energy presentation, followed by two blocks of breakout sessions facilitated by local and regional teachers and administrators. Lunch will be provided by Grand Canyon University. Chris Singleton will provide the closing keynote, telling his story of losing family to a mass shooting and spreading his message of love is stronger than hate. Registration is free, visit directionsconference.com
6-12-25 (9-3:30 pm) @ Jerseyville ROE, FREE
Bringing Space to the Midwest: Transforming K-12 Classrooms into Launchpads for Space Exploration through Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Career Connections
At least 12 registrants need be signed up by May 29th in order for the workshop to occur!
Led by Jackie Blumer
(5.5 IL PD credit to all attendees)
Description: K-12 teachers will explore Space connections in this interactive workshop where they will learn how to bring real-world STEM and math applications into their classrooms through practical strategies, hands-on activities, and free resources to inspire students through space science, engineering, and mathematics. Led by an experienced STEM educator and space advocate, this interactive workshop will include: 1) A Broad Overview of Space Education: Discover the latest missions, emerging technologies, and the growing role of space in our everyday lives,2) Math in Space: Explore how math is essential to space exploration, from calculating rocket trajectories to designing space habitats and analyzing planetary data, 3) Space & STEM Careers: Learn about the diverse career paths in aerospace, engineering, and space science, and how to connect students with real-world opportunities, 4). Hands-On Classroom Activities: Engage in space-themed engineering challenges, coding simulations, and model-building exercises adaptable for all grade levels, 5), Free Resources & Support: Gain access to no-cost educational materials and classroom programs from organizations like NASA, AIAA, Space Foundation, and Limitless Space Institute, 6) Implementation & Funding: Learn how to integrate space education into your curriculum and discover funding sources to support your efforts.
July 2025
7-14-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Summer 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!
7-28-25 9-3:30 pm (Carlinville ROE, FREE)
Tinkercad & Other Tech Tools to Engage Students with STEM Concepts (4th-12th grade)
At least 10 registrants need to be signed up by July 10th in order for the workshop to occur!
Co-led by Kelly Remijan (ROE 40), Lisa Schwartz (LTC-West Central Illinois)
(5.5 PD credit to all attendees)
Teachers (4th-12th grade) will explore how to incorporate Tinkercad into the math, science, or computer classroom. Teachers will design their very own object with TinkerCad which will be printed using a 3D printer. Teachers will learn about Spheros and also discover free tech tools (pattern blocks, sweethome3d, flipanim, Phet.Colorado.EDU, Physlets.org/tracker, GIS, Desmos) 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!
August 2025
8-5-25 9:00-2:30 pm @ National Great Rivers Museum, 2 Lock and Dam Way, East Alton, IL 62024
STEM Along the River: Engineering, Economics, and Environmental Stewardship (5th-12th grade)
Presented by: Elise Ratcliff (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Education Specialist) in partnership w/ ROE40 STEM Initiatives
Any 5th-12th grade educator is invited to attend this FREE professional development learning experience where they will have the opportunity to experience STEM in action, learn about various STEM careers connected to the river, and be inspired to integrate STEM topics connected to the river into their core curriculum. Attendees will embark on a guided behind the scenes tour of one of the largest locks and dams on the Mississippi River, discover the engineering behind the lock and dam, learn about the Army Corp of Engineers in relation to the navigation system and environmental stewardship, and become acquainted with the impact of the Mississippi River on our country's economy through various hands-on activities which can be modified for specific grades and subject areas of focus. Attendees will leave with activities, curriculum connections, and ideas for a field trip for the upcoming school year. Attendees should bring their lunch and a drink to eat onsite.
September 2025
9-2-25 & 9-3-25 Day 1 in-person @ Jerseyville ROE, Day 2 Virtual via zoom
AA #2001 Initial Teacher Evaluation Training (2 day 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, and 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.
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.
4-24-25 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
ISBE Financial Services Workshop (for admin and bookkeepers) - Spring 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.
4-28-25 (9-3:30 p.m.)
School Psychologist Conference @ The Gateway Center Collinsville, IL
Calling all school psychologists for a day of professional development with keynote speakers and collaboration!
Speakers:
- Joe McQueen, Author: Calming Young Minds: Understanding Mental Health, De-Escalation, Trauma, and Restorative Practices in Teens
- Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC. Author: Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported
- Dr. Tim Bono, Assistant Dean, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Lecturer in Psychological & Brain Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis
- Lani Lawson, Teach-Train-Thrive
May 2025
5-5-25 (8:30-3:30 p.m.)
Social Worker Conference @ The Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL
Join your fellow social workers from all over southwestern Illinois.
Tentative schedule, speakers, and topics:
- Rachel Wasylenko - Mental Health Issues
- Ask The Investigator - Tiffany Gula, DCFS
- Shaping a Sturdier Generation of Students, Psychology Teacher, Erin Shook
- Scott Bloomquist, Allison Pierson - Social Work and Supporting Your Threat Assessment Teams
- Joe McQueen, Author: Calming Young Minds: Understanding Mental Health, De-Escalation, Trauma, and Restorative Practices in Teen
Soaring into Aviation with STEM Concepts, Activities, & Career Connections (K-12th grade)
Tuesday, May 6th, 9-2:30 pm (St. Louis Regional Airport, West Star Aviation, 2 Airline Ct., East Alton, IL, 62024, FREE)
Led by Kelly Remijan (ROE40 STEM Initiatives) & Kerry Lorton (Central Illinois Rural CTE Region)
in partnership with the St. Louis Regional Airport and West Star Aviation with support provided by Piston Aviation, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), Civil Air Patrol (CAP), and the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA).
Registration (5 IL PD credit to all attendees) NOTE: Registration deadline is April 25th w/ space limited to the first 20 to register!
Any K-12 teacher from the ROE40 region can attend this profession learning experience where they will a) Discover aviation connections to integrate at any level, b) Experience hands-on activities to enhance the teaching & learning of STEM concepts & career connections, c) Tour West Star Aviation and learn about various aviation-related careers & pathways, d) Enjoy a delicious lunch funded by West Star Aviation, e) Gain Civil Air Patrol Educator Membership w/ free access to resources including free STEM-kits, f) Have the option to take a free flight as the passenger of a certified flight instructor to learn first-hand about the training & knowledge required to fly a plane, g) Receive mileage reimbursement to and from the event. Note: Schools will be reimbursed the cost of subs.
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
5-14-25 9-12:30 pm @ Jersey CUSD 100 district office
AA # 4025, AI in Action: A Leader’s Guide to Implementation
This is for administrators in ROE 40 only.
Have you considered the role AI could play in shaping the future of education at your school? This Administrator Academy aims to equip school leaders with the essential knowledge and practical tools to implement AI technologies effectively. Explore real-world examples of how schools are currently using AI to enhance educational outcomes and streamline operations. Learn to strategically integrate AI solutions, address ethical and privacy concerns, and nurture a culture that embraces technological advancements.
June 2025
6-2-25 @ The Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL
10th Annual New Directions in Education Conference
The 10th annual New Directions in Education Conference will be held Monday, June 2 from 9 - 3 pm at the Gateway Center in Collinsville, IL. Happiness expert Kim Strobel will kick off the event with her high-energy presentation, followed by two blocks of breakout sessions facilitated by local and regional teachers and administrators. Lunch will be provided by Grand Canyon University. Chris Singleton will provide the closing keynote, telling his story of losing family to a mass shooting and spreading his message of love is stronger than hate. Registration is free, visit directionsconference.com
6-12-25 (9-3:30 pm) @ Jerseyville ROE, FREE
Bringing Space to the Midwest: Transforming K-12 Classrooms into Launchpads for Space Exploration through Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Career Connections
At least 12 registrants need be signed up by May 29th in order for the workshop to occur!
Led by Jackie Blumer
(5.5 IL PD credit to all attendees)
Description: K-12 teachers will explore Space connections in this interactive workshop where they will learn how to bring real-world STEM and math applications into their classrooms through practical strategies, hands-on activities, and free resources to inspire students through space science, engineering, and mathematics. Led by an experienced STEM educator and space advocate, this interactive workshop will include: 1) A Broad Overview of Space Education: Discover the latest missions, emerging technologies, and the growing role of space in our everyday lives,2) Math in Space: Explore how math is essential to space exploration, from calculating rocket trajectories to designing space habitats and analyzing planetary data, 3) Space & STEM Careers: Learn about the diverse career paths in aerospace, engineering, and space science, and how to connect students with real-world opportunities, 4). Hands-On Classroom Activities: Engage in space-themed engineering challenges, coding simulations, and model-building exercises adaptable for all grade levels, 5), Free Resources & Support: Gain access to no-cost educational materials and classroom programs from organizations like NASA, AIAA, Space Foundation, and Limitless Space Institute, 6) Implementation & Funding: Learn how to integrate space education into your curriculum and discover funding sources to support your efforts.
July 2025
7-14-25 (9:00-3:30 p.m.)
Summer 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!
7-28-25 9-3:30 pm (Carlinville ROE, FREE)
Tinkercad & Other Tech Tools to Engage Students with STEM Concepts (4th-12th grade)
At least 10 registrants need to be signed up by July 10th in order for the workshop to occur!
Co-led by Kelly Remijan (ROE 40), Lisa Schwartz (LTC-West Central Illinois)
(5.5 PD credit to all attendees)
Teachers (4th-12th grade) will explore how to incorporate Tinkercad into the math, science, or computer classroom. Teachers will design their very own object with TinkerCad which will be printed using a 3D printer. Teachers will learn about Spheros and also discover free tech tools (pattern blocks, sweethome3d, flipanim, Phet.Colorado.EDU, Physlets.org/tracker, GIS, Desmos) 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!
August 2025
8-5-25 9:00-2:30 pm @ National Great Rivers Museum, 2 Lock and Dam Way, East Alton, IL 62024
STEM Along the River: Engineering, Economics, and Environmental Stewardship (5th-12th grade)
Presented by: Elise Ratcliff (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Education Specialist) in partnership w/ ROE40 STEM Initiatives
Any 5th-12th grade educator is invited to attend this FREE professional development learning experience where they will have the opportunity to experience STEM in action, learn about various STEM careers connected to the river, and be inspired to integrate STEM topics connected to the river into their core curriculum. Attendees will embark on a guided behind the scenes tour of one of the largest locks and dams on the Mississippi River, discover the engineering behind the lock and dam, learn about the Army Corp of Engineers in relation to the navigation system and environmental stewardship, and become acquainted with the impact of the Mississippi River on our country's economy through various hands-on activities which can be modified for specific grades and subject areas of focus. Attendees will leave with activities, curriculum connections, and ideas for a field trip for the upcoming school year. Attendees should bring their lunch and a drink to eat onsite.
September 2025
9-2-25 & 9-3-25 Day 1 in-person @ Jerseyville ROE, Day 2 Virtual via zoom
AA #2001 Initial Teacher Evaluation Training (2 day 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, and 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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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’.
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Dr. Ryan Wamser - [email protected]
Dr. Ryan Wamser - [email protected]