Statewide College & Career Readiness Summit 2025
Hosted by ROE 47, Friday, January 24, 2025, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL (Zoom)
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Are you ready to ignite hope and inspire the next generation of leaders?
Join us for a transformative workshop that will equip you with the tools and strategies to prepare your students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.
At our annual summit, we will explore:
The Evolving Landscape of Education: Understand the critical shifts impacting our schools and the skills students need to thrive.
The Power of Hope: Discover the science behind hope and its impact on student success.
Cultivating 21st Century Skills: Learn practical strategies to foster critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.
Empowering Students for the Future: Explore innovative approaches to prepare students for a variety of career paths.
By the end of this summit, you will:
Gain a deeper understanding of the essential skills students need to succeed.
Develop practical strategies to cultivate hope and resilience in your students.
Learn how to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
Connect with other educators who share your passion for student success.
Let's work together to empower our students and build a brighter future!
Huge thanks to Boston Leather, Starh Media, and Borg Warner for opening their doors to our local teachers last week! Our educators had a great time touring your facilities and learning more about what each of your businesses does. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
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Schools involved in the Pathway Grant Program...check out the training schedule for Summer 2024! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
College and Career Readiness encompasses more than just academic preparedness. As educators, it is imperative to expand our focus and discussions to encompass social-emotional aspects and child development. In doing so, we emphasize the importance of approaching readiness holistically, taking into account not only academic skills but also fostering social and emotional well-being.
Our 2024 College & Career Readiness Summit will feature noted author and speaker Stephanie Malia Krauss. Stephanie will present key ideas from her recent book "Whole Child, Whole Life"
The book "Whole Child, Whole Life" presents 10 proven practices to help children thrive in the face of the unpredictable and challenging world. Written by an expert with extensive experience in education, youth development, and social work, the guidebook addresses the youth mental health crisis by offering scientifically-grounded methods. The 10 practices aim to prevent and address mental health challenges, fostering the well-being of young people.
To learn more about Stephanie and her work, please watch this ROE 47 Teacher Tak with Stephanie Malia Krauss: CLICK HERE
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Amboy High School Education Pathway students Liz Clarida, Micah Miller and Brooklyn Strub presented their Team Based Challenge results to the Amboy School Board members at the January board meeting. For more information about the Pathway program visit https://www.roe47.org/page/career-pathways. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
2024 Pathways for College & Career Readiness Summit
Redefining College & Career Readiness Through the Whole Child & Equity Lens
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Stephanie Malia Krauss, Author of Whole Child, Whole Life: 10 Ways to Help Kids Live, Learn, and Thrive Working at “the intersection of education, youth development, workforce development, and human services.,” Krauss will help educators establish a common language for discussing broad concepts such as equity and whole child as it relates to college/career readiness, identify barriers/solutions to student success and engagement, and develop implementation strategies that classrooms/districts can use that will foster students' trajectory of success.
Shavina Baker, DEI Educator for the Illinois P-20 Network Baker has held a variety of roles in education and business in Illinois. Her presentation will focus on identifying inequities, how educators can use UDL as a template for “implementing strategies that promote and develop a culture that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.”
Amboy High School Education Pathway students completed their Team Based Challenge; a 4 week after school Science Club for 3rd and 4th grade students focusing on the different types of energy. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
Friday's School Celebration, Sterling High School
Sterling HS students interested in pursing a career in education attended the ISU Future Teacher Conference. To learn more about the education pathway program visit https://www.roe47.org/page/career-pathways. @RegionalOffice47
On Friday, November 3rd, Amboy High School students, interested in pursuing a career in education, attended the ISU Future Teacher Conference in Bloomington-Normal. Amboy High School is just one of many area schools participating in the ROE 47 Education Pathway Grant, promoting college and career readiness.
For more information about the Career Pathways program, visit https://www.roe47.org/page/career-pathways.
Pathway Schools, join us to learn more about Team Based Challenges!
Register now for October 10th, 2023, from 3:15-4:15 to help develop and answer questions regarding team-based challenges for your Pathway Endorsements, receiving 1 PD hour.
• Explore the difference between problem-focused v. task-focused challenge
• Explore ISBE accepted challenges
• Explore resources for building your challenge
• Discover updated ISBE TBC requirements
Sign up by clicking https://www.roe47.org/page/pl-opportunities-workshops
Area business & industry; MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
2nd Annual Pathway Playground, October 20th @SVCC
The Pathway Playground is a day for 8th grade students to explore the 16 career clusters recognized nationally.
On October 20th, 2023, ROE 47, in conjunction with Sauk Valley Community College, we will be hosting our 2nd annual Pathway Playground.
Students will have the opportunity to explore careers with local Northern Illinois employers using a hands-on approach. Come experience over 50 different businesses from around the area.
Have questions? Want to participate?
Contact Heather Waninger at hwaninger@roe47.org or Chanda McDonnell at cmcdonnell@roe47.org
Workplace Wednesday participants visited Sauk Valley Angus & The Best Cob.
Gary Sandrock shared what Sauk Valley Angus and The Best Cob provides to our communities in products as well as potential careers. Teachers from Byron, Morrison, Rock Falls Middle School, and Sterling will be able to share the relevancy of what students are learning to future careers and potential careers for students.
We are kicking off the Education Symposium at Sauk Valley Community College today with keynote speaker Dr. Lindsey Jensen, 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
We are excited to be hosting the 2nd annual Education Symposium on Friday, April 21st at Sauk Valley Community College. Area students who have earned their Education Endorsement will be honored for their hard work in the Education Pathway Program.
What is the Pathway Playground ? Watch this video for more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDsMvFKfmZw
Rock Falls High School recently hosted a Career Fair for students and staff to attend.
Great job to all for providing a great career exploration event for your students. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47
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Virtual Pathways for College & Career Readiness, Friday, Feb. 24th https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvH0SfelhclBWSwiF1Gs9FyixbYExUWguPN9C__9T1iRjG8g/viewform
ROE 47 & the Pathway Program would like to extend a special thank you to all who participated and presented at the "Cultivating Connections in Agriculture" event on Friday, at Tettens Grain, Inc.
Thank you to Danelle Burrs with Lee County Farm Bureau, Katie Pratt with Ag in the Classroom and John Heiser, District 1 FCAE for recognizing the importance of curriculum and work based learning, working hard to coordinate this event.
A panel of past state FFA officers shared their journey through ag classes, FFA, college and career; illustrating to the audience the importance of all. Collegiate and high school students were on hand to talk about the importance of SAE's and leadership experience. To end the day, attendees were gifted a swag bag, filled with projects created by FFA members.
The Agriculture Pathway endorsement work continues in Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties. For more information on how your student and school can get involved, contact sdinges@roe47.org
Check out this news clip featuring the Education Pathway work happening in the Sauk Valley area!
https://www.wrex.com/news/education/sauk-valley-trying-to-combat-teacher-shortage/article_7ce0bef4-9849-11ed-b94a-f7f7bce821d0.html
Thank you to the following businesses in the Health Sciences & Technology Career Cluster who will be exhibiting at the Pathway Playground at SVCC on Friday, October 14th.