Regional Office of Education 47

NCAA Approval Workshop for School Counselors
Sept. 16th @ Cambridge High School from 9am - 1pm
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register & for more information.

Thank you to all of the educators who took part in Workplace Wednesday (Summer 2026). By spending your summer Wednesdays discovering local businesses and the people behind them, you are bringing invaluable real-world context back to your classrooms. Your commitment to making learning meaningful helps your students see what is possible for their future careers.

Librarians Networking (2026-2027)
September 15th, 8:00 am - 9:00 am - Virtually on Zoom
Gather on Zoom to connect with librarians and library staff to network, exchange information and resources, and collaborate on problem-solving by exploring how other librarians have tackled similar challenges. By sharing and learning from fellow librarians and paraprofessionals, you can discover fresh ideas to enhance your library.
Click here to register -https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recL2lSWXKUxa3lHC

Preschool Family Support Specialist Networking
September 10th from 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Virtual
Connect with family educators to stay informed on state education policies, share best practices, and find solutions to common challenges.
Click here to register -https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recBWObPmUnVeGiqG

Strong Routines Build Strong Starts

Consistent morning and evening routines can make getting to school easier for students of every age.

A few small steps can make a meaningful difference:
Prepare clothing, backpacks, and school materials the night before.
Establish consistent bedtime and wake-up routines.
Create a backup plan for transportation.
Keep school contact information handy.
Reach out early when your family encounters a barrier.

Perfect mornings aren’t required. What matters is having a plan—and knowing your school is ready to help when challenges arise.

Hyperlink: Attendance resources for families
https://www.attendanceworks.org/resources/handouts-for-families/

REGISTER NOW for the Kinetic & Creative Summit
September 25th @ SVCC

This summit offers targeted professional learning designed to help teachers explore opportunities for expression, belonging, and confidence through kinetic and creative classrooms.

Click here to register : https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recgSGuuzy3T2GNbT

On behalf of the teachers who participated in Workplace Wednesday during the Summer of 2026, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the local businesses and organizations that hosted us. Thank you for opening your doors, giving us behind-the-scenes insights into your operations, and highlighting diverse job and career pathways. The real-world experiences and personal stories you shared will enrich our classrooms and inspire our students for years to come.

A special thank you to our hosting partners:

Morrison Tech, Morrison Community Hospital, and Sterling Federal Bank
Regional Office of Education staff, Sam Ramirez at Shaw Radio/Media in Dixon, and Velvaere Wellness (Rituals)
Marquis Energy, Inc. in Hennepin
Dixon Family YMCA, Lovett Child Care Center in Dixon, and BEST, Inc.
Sauk Valley Foodbank, Rock Falls Tourism, and Tri-County Opportunities Council

Counselors & Social Workers Networking Session
September 3rd, 8:00 am - 10:00 am, held @ ROE 47 office
Take two hours to connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and invest in your professional growth. Walk away with fresh perspectives and meaningful connections that support your work throughout the year.
Click here to register - https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recG17zRTshkOQJTz

Join us for our first Administrator Networking Session of the year!
Tuesday, September 1st , 8:30–11:30 a.m. @ ROE47 Office
Click here to register - https://forms.fillout.com/t/eGfXMqJE19us?workshopid=recjdbqzZC5PIgxRK

Welcome—You Belong Here

A new school year is a fresh start filled with possibilities.

Every day students come to school, they have opportunities to learn something new, connect with people who care about them, discover their strengths, and grow toward their goals.

Whether a student is beginning kindergarten or preparing for graduation, they are an important part of their school community. Their ideas matter. Their talents matter. Their dreams matter.

Let’s start the 2026–27 school year strong—together
.https://www.cdc.gov/youth-behavior/school-connectedness/index.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com

REGISTER NOW - 5th Annual Special Education Summit
September 18, 2026 @ SVCC, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Featuring keynote speaker, Tara Soesbe, founder of Limitless Human Co., educator, author & disability advocate
CLICK HERE to register - https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0014-0031-df23c4e5cad04f439532c34e887c3705

ROE47 was happy to participate in Dixon’s Tools for School event.
They gave away books, play doh, bubbles, family engagement cards, and OWL info.
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ROE 47 Nexus and Attendance Team members handed out school supplies at the 2026 Stuff the Bus event and Hot Dog Days! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

There's a new addition to the front of our offices. Thanks to Modern Woodman and their Do-Good Grant program, one of their members accessed a small grant that provided funds to purchase supplies and materials for a hands-on volunteer project that the member completed with her friends. The Little Free Lending Library will be stocked with books and PAT program brochures that community members can access for free! Our Parents as Teachers First Years program has committed to keeping it stocked and ready to go and began by filling it with books appropriate for children Birth to age Three. Thank you to the PAT staff members for volunteering to help assemble the library. #DoGood

August is unofficially Back to School month !
ROE 47 is here to support all of our school communities as we begin another school year! Check out https://www.roe47.org for more information.
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Parents of Challand and Rock Falls Middle Schoolers! 🚨

Registration is NOW OPEN for the Elevate Youth Center After School Program! Keep your kids safe, engaged, and well-fed after the school bell rings.

The best part? It’s completely FREE!

✅ Free transportation from school (Mon-Thurs) ✅ Daily homework help & fun enrichment activities ✅ Free snacks & weekly YMCA trips ✅ Dinner included on Tuesday & Thursday nights

👇 How to sign up: Scan the QR code in the image or click the link to register today:
https://forms.gle/ovCfabZS3msySdCYA

Join us for Back to School Bash 2026
@ Wooden Wonderland in Dixon from 9am - 11am
For students Preschool - 2nd grade
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ROE 47's School Supply Closet is coming to a town near you !
Come see us !
Tuesday, August 4
@ Winifred Knox Memorial Library, Franklin Grove from 4:00–6:00 PM
For all grade levels

Parents of Challand and Rock Falls Middle Schoolers! 🚨

Registration is NOW OPEN for the Elevate Youth Center After School Program! Keep your kids safe, engaged, and well-fed after the school bell rings.

The best part? It’s completely FREE!

✅ Free transportation from school (Mon-Thurs) ✅ Daily homework help & fun enrichment activities ✅ Free snacks & weekly YMCA trips ✅ Dinner included on Tuesday & Thursday nights

👇 How to sign up: Scan the QR code in the image or click the link to register today:

https://forms.gle/ovCfabZS3msySdCYA