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ROE 53 Newsletter

August / September 2023

ROE 53 NewsletterAugust / September 2023

Welcome Back

We hope your school year is off to a great start! We had an exciting summer of learning and look forward to providing services this school year! Check out the newsletter for professional learning opportunities, licensure updates, and resources from ROE 53!
ROE 53 Address Change
Our new address: 2400 N. Main St, Suite C, East Peoria, IL 61611

Click here to access the full menu of professional learning opportunities available for FREE from the Area 3 SEL Hub. Virtual and In-person options available!

Fall Professional Learning Highlights!!!

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9/26 Cultivating Holistic Wellness for Educators

Join us for a combination of in-person and virtual sessions to explore your knowledge of the 8 Dimensions of wellness and the brain science behind being trauma responsive. This is a REACH Community of Practice (CoP) brought to you by Area 3 SEL Hub, ROE #48, ROE #53, and Partnership for Resilience.

Location: Five Points Washington

Cost: FREE.

Click HERE for more information and registration link.

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10/12 Safe Schools - Interrupting Bullying Workshop

Join us as we learn about interrupting the cycle of bullying behavior and establish a culture of connection in your school building. Presented by Krista Leh from Resonance Ed.

Location: Five Points Washington

Cost: FREE

Click HERE for more information and registration link.

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11/14 Youth Mental Health First Aid

The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to support young people in both non-crisis and crisis situations.

Location: Goodwill Commons Peoria

Cost: FREE

Click HERE for more information and registration link.

Upcoming PD

Conflict Resolution & Navigating Parent Meetings: October 4, 2023, 8:30-10:00 AM, Washington

Gain strategies & language to use when de-escalating conflicts during IEP or general parent meetings. Learn more & register here!


Chat GPT/ Artificial Intelligence: November 9, 2023, 12:30-3:30 PM, Washington

The Learning Technology Center will provide all you need to know about artificial intelligence and its impact and use in schools. Register here!



SAVE THE DATE

RSAC (Raising Student Achievement Conference): December 11-12, 2023, Oak Brook

Registration is open! ROE 53 is offering scholarships again this year. If interested, have your school administrator reach out to Jon Smith before September 15!

ROE 53 Cohorts

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New This Year - Emerging Educators

ROE 53 provides monthly sessions on pertinent topics for those new to teaching. Learn more and sign up to join us! Our next session is September 7, 2023!
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Technology Roundtable

Edtech and IT facilitators meet monthly through a partnership with ROE 53 & LTC to brainstorm, troubleshoot, and share information. This year we will be able to see technology innovation in action at schools in our area! Learn more and register for our first meeting on September 8, 2023!
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Instructional Coaches

Instructional leaders meet monthly to discuss and share coaching strategies and approaches used in schools in our area. Learn more and register for our first meeting on September 14, 2023!
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Social Emotional Learning Resources

Click here to find out more about SEL resources available from ROE #53 and other Regional Offices across the state :
  • FREE PD opportunities
  • SEL resources, articles and videos
  • FREE audiobooks for educators

OR email Theresa Olsen to request specific SEL resources or support for your district.

REACH Logo - Resilience Education to Advance Community Healing
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Resilience Education to Advance Community Healing (REACH) Program

Click HERE to find out more about becoming a REACH partner school which includes:
  • Virtual learning community including ISBE clock hours
  • Trauma-Responsive Schools-Implementation Assessment (TRS-IA)
  • Trauma-Responsive Schools Action Plan
  • Networking through State and Regional Communities of Practice
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Community / Area Resources


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Cybersecurity Resources from K12SIX | ROE53 Monthly Tech Tip Video
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Contact Regional Office of Education #53

Serving Mason, Tazewell, & Woodford Counties


Regional Superintendent: Jeff Ekena

Assistant Regional Superintendent: Jon Smith

Professional Development Coordinator: Kelli Ballard

Social Emotional Learning Specialist: Theresa Olsen

Email: office53@roe53.net
Website: https://www.roe53.net/
Location: 2400 N Main St suite C, East Peoria, IL, USA
Phone: (309) 477-2290
Facebook: facebook.com/mtwroe53
Twitter: @mtwroe53