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Illinois Elevating Special Educators Network Presents : The 4th Annual Special Education Summit
Friday, September 19 @ SVCC, Keynote Speaker : Phil Januszewski
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Illinois Elevating Special Educators Network Presents : The 4th Annual Special Education Summit
Friday, September 19 @ SVCC, Keynote Speaker : Phil Januszewski
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Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at ROE47!
The office will be closed today and tomorrow.
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The office will be closed today and tomorrow.
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2025 Virtual Transitional English Summit
Friday, December 12, 2025. 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recPXLIZdm1HxN4OJ
In today’s information-saturated world, teaching students to read the world is as vital as teaching them to read text. Drawing from the How2INFORM initiative, this keynote empowers ELA educators to integrate media literacy into everyday instruction. Participants will explore ways to help students recognize misinformation, analyze digital messages, evaluate credibility, and reflect on bias and emotion in media. With the mantra “verify before you amplify,” this session encourages the creation of responsible, informed digital citizens.
The balance of the morning will build momentum for collaboration and growth in Transitional English (TELA) across Illinois. After the keynote, participants will gain inspiration from a panel of implementers sharing authentic classroom experiences and lessons learned from the field. Breakout discussions will invite educators to connect by implementation stage and focus area, fostering meaningful dialogue and shared problem-solving. The morning will culminate in a collaborative share-out, weaving together insights, challenges, and next steps to strengthen equitable and effective TELA practices statewide.
Friday, December 12, 2025. 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recPXLIZdm1HxN4OJ
In today’s information-saturated world, teaching students to read the world is as vital as teaching them to read text. Drawing from the How2INFORM initiative, this keynote empowers ELA educators to integrate media literacy into everyday instruction. Participants will explore ways to help students recognize misinformation, analyze digital messages, evaluate credibility, and reflect on bias and emotion in media. With the mantra “verify before you amplify,” this session encourages the creation of responsible, informed digital citizens.
The balance of the morning will build momentum for collaboration and growth in Transitional English (TELA) across Illinois. After the keynote, participants will gain inspiration from a panel of implementers sharing authentic classroom experiences and lessons learned from the field. Breakout discussions will invite educators to connect by implementation stage and focus area, fostering meaningful dialogue and shared problem-solving. The morning will culminate in a collaborative share-out, weaving together insights, challenges, and next steps to strengthen equitable and effective TELA practices statewide.
JOIN US for December's Librarian Networking Session
December 2nd @ 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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December 2nd @ 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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REGISTER NOW - Cultivating Connections in Agriculture
"Who is in your Ag Ed Family Tree"
February 27, 2026 8:30 am -12:00 pm @ Tettens Grain
Learn about:
Partnership & Career Awareness
Building a Complete Ag Program
Middle School : Build within
Industry Web
And much more ...
Highlighting over 15 chapters in the Chapter Showcase!
ROE 47's Pathway team hosted Team Based Challenge Day @ SVCC on Thursday, November 14th.
Students who are working on earning their Pathway Endorsement in Education, Manufacturing and Health Sciences were invited to attend Team Base Challenge Day, successfully working through and presenting on an authentic program in their area of study. Pictured here are students who participated in the area of Education. A special thank-you to our local business and industry representatives who served as mentors for the day.
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Students who are working on earning their Pathway Endorsement in Education, Manufacturing and Health Sciences were invited to attend Team Base Challenge Day, successfully working through and presenting on an authentic program in their area of study. Pictured here are students who participated in the area of Education. A special thank-you to our local business and industry representatives who served as mentors for the day.
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🧤❄️ Winter Clothing Drive – Help Keep Our Students Warm! ❄️🧣
The Regional Office of Education 47 is teaming up with Brad Fritts State Representative to collect new winter clothing to support our local schools, students, and families.
Every contribution helps a child stay warm, comfortable, and focused on learning during the cold months ahead. ❤️
We’re asking for donations of:
đź‘• Undergarments
🧦 Socks
đź‘– Pants
🥾 Boots
You can view and purchase directly from our Facebook Wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/36BNO0LI3C4XA?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_MSZZPR66WFQVFZR0BNK9
Thank you for helping us care for our community — together, we can make a difference! 🙌
The Regional Office of Education 47 is teaming up with Brad Fritts State Representative to collect new winter clothing to support our local schools, students, and families.
Every contribution helps a child stay warm, comfortable, and focused on learning during the cold months ahead. ❤️
We’re asking for donations of:
đź‘• Undergarments
🧦 Socks
đź‘– Pants
🥾 Boots
You can view and purchase directly from our Facebook Wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/36BNO0LI3C4XA?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_MSZZPR66WFQVFZR0BNK9
Thank you for helping us care for our community — together, we can make a difference! 🙌
November 17th - 21st is American Education Week.
This week we celebrate all the people who work in public schools for their contributions to student success.
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This week we celebrate all the people who work in public schools for their contributions to student success.
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Check out Math for All @ https://mathforall.edc.org
Engaging all Students: Rich Tasks and a Strengths-Based Approach
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Engaging all Students: Rich Tasks and a Strengths-Based Approach
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Winter Clothing Donation Drive
Help local families in need of winter clothes!
Accepting NEW items from November 1-16th.
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Help local families in need of winter clothes!
Accepting NEW items from November 1-16th.
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ROE 47 would like to say thank you to all our Veterans . We celebrate you today & everyday !
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REGISTER NOW ! Preschool Family Support Specialist Networking
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November 20th @ 9:00am
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November 20th @ 9:00am
JOIN US - New Teacher Cadre
November 18th @ 3:30pm
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November 18th @ 3:30pm
REGISTER HERE : https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=rec3JBr0GJw73sTDu
Rooted In Relationships: SEL Capacity Series
November 13th @ 8:30am
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Strong relationships are at the heart of effective teaching, learning, and community. This series is designed to build capacity among educators, counselors, administrators, and community partners to implement high-impact social-emotional learning (SEL) practices. Each session offers research-based strategies, real-world examples, and tools for deepening connection, resilience, and belonging across school communities.
Session 1 – November 13: Restorative Practices
Learn how restorative approaches foster trust, accountability, and inclusion. This session explores how to create safe, respectful spaces where students and adults can grow through connection and repair.
Session 2 – January 22: Integrating SEL into Daily Practice
Discover practical ways to embed SEL into instruction, routines, and schoolwide systems. This session helps participants align SEL with academic goals while meeting the holistic needs of students.
Session 3 – April 30: Supporting the Whole Student
Explore strategies to support students impacted by adversity, trauma, and stress. Participants will learn how to build protective relationships, promote healing-centered engagement, and help every student thrive.
November 13th @ 8:30am
Register @ https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recfL5QpPPS7gpVIv
Strong relationships are at the heart of effective teaching, learning, and community. This series is designed to build capacity among educators, counselors, administrators, and community partners to implement high-impact social-emotional learning (SEL) practices. Each session offers research-based strategies, real-world examples, and tools for deepening connection, resilience, and belonging across school communities.
Session 1 – November 13: Restorative Practices
Learn how restorative approaches foster trust, accountability, and inclusion. This session explores how to create safe, respectful spaces where students and adults can grow through connection and repair.
Session 2 – January 22: Integrating SEL into Daily Practice
Discover practical ways to embed SEL into instruction, routines, and schoolwide systems. This session helps participants align SEL with academic goals while meeting the holistic needs of students.
Session 3 – April 30: Supporting the Whole Student
Explore strategies to support students impacted by adversity, trauma, and stress. Participants will learn how to build protective relationships, promote healing-centered engagement, and help every student thrive.
Making Sense Of RSSI
November 12, 2025 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM , Virtual
Registration Required - https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recTlfOAYxWiVUji0
The Resilience-Supportive Schools Illinois (RSSI) initiative, a free, data-informed program led by the Center for Childhood Resilience under ISBE, aims to improve student and educator mental health and well-being by providing schools with personalized resources and support. Through a short school survey and personalized data snapshot, RSSI helps schools identify their strengths and areas for growth across four key domains: Mental Health & Well-Being, Social & Emotional Learning (SEL), Trauma-Responsive Practices, and Cultural Awareness, Responsiveness & Equity.
This virtual session, "Making Sense of RSSI," will guide attendees to understand the initiative's benefits, access and complete the RSSI Screener Survey, and use their data snapshot for meaningful action planning, ultimately empowering schools through data and collaboration to create safe, supportive, and resilient environments where every student can thrive.
November 12, 2025 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM , Virtual
Registration Required - https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recTlfOAYxWiVUji0
The Resilience-Supportive Schools Illinois (RSSI) initiative, a free, data-informed program led by the Center for Childhood Resilience under ISBE, aims to improve student and educator mental health and well-being by providing schools with personalized resources and support. Through a short school survey and personalized data snapshot, RSSI helps schools identify their strengths and areas for growth across four key domains: Mental Health & Well-Being, Social & Emotional Learning (SEL), Trauma-Responsive Practices, and Cultural Awareness, Responsiveness & Equity.
This virtual session, "Making Sense of RSSI," will guide attendees to understand the initiative's benefits, access and complete the RSSI Screener Survey, and use their data snapshot for meaningful action planning, ultimately empowering schools through data and collaboration to create safe, supportive, and resilient environments where every student can thrive.
Winter Clothing Donation Drive
Help local families in need of winter clothes !
Accepting NEW items from November 1-16.
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Help local families in need of winter clothes !
Accepting NEW items from November 1-16.
@RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
Science Teacher Virtual Session: A Tale Of Two Classrooms — What Should Science Education Look Like?
November 10, 2025 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Virtual Registration Required - https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recN0aaWZoT5v0kZR
What does high-quality science teaching really look like in action? In this interactive session, teachers will compare two contrasting classroom scenarios to uncover the key features of effective, student-centered science instruction.
Together, we’ll explore:
- How students engage with phenomena and make sense of the world through science and engineering practices.
- The differences between traditional, teacher-directed lessons and classrooms that foster curiosity, questioning, and evidence-based reasoning.
- What it means for instruction to be three-dimensional and aligned to today’s science standards.
Through video analysis and collaborative discussion, participants will build a shared vision of what powerful science learning looks and feels like—and identify strategies they can bring back to their own classrooms the next day.
Hope you can join us !
November 10, 2025 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Virtual Registration Required - https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recN0aaWZoT5v0kZR
What does high-quality science teaching really look like in action? In this interactive session, teachers will compare two contrasting classroom scenarios to uncover the key features of effective, student-centered science instruction.
Together, we’ll explore:
- How students engage with phenomena and make sense of the world through science and engineering practices.
- The differences between traditional, teacher-directed lessons and classrooms that foster curiosity, questioning, and evidence-based reasoning.
- What it means for instruction to be three-dimensional and aligned to today’s science standards.
Through video analysis and collaborative discussion, participants will build a shared vision of what powerful science learning looks and feels like—and identify strategies they can bring back to their own classrooms the next day.
Hope you can join us !
SIGN-UP now for EARLY CHILDHOOD SUMMIT 2025
November 7, 2025 @ SVCC
Enjoy engaging, hands-on sessions designed to spark creativity and joy in early childhood classrooms:
REGISTER @https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=rec7GpyIf8ZicRPUw
November 7, 2025 @ SVCC
Enjoy engaging, hands-on sessions designed to spark creativity and joy in early childhood classrooms:
REGISTER @https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=rec7GpyIf8ZicRPUw
JOIN US - Counselor & Social Worker Networking
November 6, 2025 8:30 AM- 10:30 AM @ ROE 47 OFFICE
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November 6, 2025 8:30 AM- 10:30 AM @ ROE 47 OFFICE
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A Tale of Two Classrooms — What Should Science Education Look Like?
Monday, November 10, 2025, 4:00–5:30 PM, Virtual
Register : https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recfaSRaEtxKuheMH
What does high-quality science teaching really look like in action? In this interactive session, participants will compare two contrasting classroom scenarios to uncover the key features of effective, student-centered instruction.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 4:00–5:30 PM, Virtual
Register : https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recfaSRaEtxKuheMH
What does high-quality science teaching really look like in action? In this interactive session, participants will compare two contrasting classroom scenarios to uncover the key features of effective, student-centered instruction.
