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2022 Marigold Nominee Jessica Moreno : SLP, Washington School, Sterling Jessica Moreno is our speech language pathologist. Each and everyday, she works with her caseload to develop their abilities to communicate effectively, but she does so much more for Washington School. She is a friend to all, cheerleader to many. Weekly, students look forward to her WOW word of the week, and the accolades she gives to the students who participate in our vocabulary activity associated with the WOW Word. Aside from her caseload and WOW participants, Jessica goes out of her way to offer each and every student at Washington School a smile or compliment. Jessica is the epitome of ray of sunshine among my staff. She is positive, optimistic, enthusiastic, and one of the nicest people I have ever met. Jessica is sensitive and caring, always provides a shoulder to cry on, an ear to vent to, affirmation of one's feelings, and views, and arms to provide some of the best hugs at Washington. Nominated by : Liz Engstrom Thank you for being a marigold and helping others to bloom and grow where they are planted.

This week, ROE 47 will be introducing you to our 2022 Jen Banks Marigold Award Nominees. Stay tuned, as we announce three nominees each day and the winner on Friday, May 6th at 3:00. The Marigold Effect Many experienced gardeners follow a concept called companion planting: placing certain vegetables and plants near each other to improve growth for one or both plants. For example, rose growers plant garlic near their roses because it repels bugs and prevents fungal diseases. Among companion plants, the marigold is one of the best: It protects a wide variety of plants from pests and harmful weeds. If you plant a marigold beside most any garden vegetable, that vegetable will grow big and strong and healthy, protected and encouraged by its marigold. Marigolds exist in our schools as well – encouraging, supporting and nurturing growing teachers on their way to maturity. If you can find at least one marigold in your school and stay close to them, you will grow. Find more than one and you will positively thrive.

Join ROE 47 as we honor all teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 1st - May 7th.

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ALL Teacher Networking - Community of Practice - Click N Go Motivation & Engagement & SEL Wednesday, May 4th 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Facilitator: Gail Wright This is a Click n’ Go one-hour of Professional Development and networking for ALL Teachers with other teachers. Join us to network and participate in timely and relevant professional learning conversations related to your teaching experience. All teachers share ideas, strategies, lessons, resources, and receive support from their peers in other schools in the region. Click here to for the link : https://www.roe47.org/page/pl-opportunities-workshops

We are so appreciative for the wonderful administrative professionals that help run the ROE 47 office. We would be lost without them! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47 Happy Administrative Professionals Day!

Librarians Networking - Click N Go Wrapping Up This Year Tuesday, May 3rd 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Facilitator: Gail Wright This is a Click n’ Go one hour of Professional Development and networking and sharing ideas with other librarians in the 24 school districts in Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties. These networking sessions are for paraprofessionals (Library Aides) as well as School Library Media Specialists. Join us to network and participate in timely and relevant professional learning conversations related to your library-media experience. We will have monthly one-hour networking session via zoom from 3:30-4:30 pm. The first session is scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 2021. Come join us to share ideas and information and receive 1 professional development hour for participating in this networking Click n’ Go session. Learn together and share with other Librarians. Click here to register : https://www.roe47.org/page/pl-opportunities-workshops

This morning, area educators participated in the Early Childhood Summit Play-Based Learning: The WHAT, WHY & HOW at Sauk Valley Community College. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Free Developmental Screenings

New Teacher Cadre Monday, May 2nd 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Facilitator: Gail Wright, ROE47 If you are a new teacher or a teacher in a new teaching area, we have three options of support designed to help you grow professionally and network with other teachers to share and ideas, support and build a network both in your district and outside with other schools to share strategies--instructional, classroom management, remote learning, special education and SEL. Register at https://www.roe47.org/page/pl-opportunities-workshops

District Opening St. Mary's Elementary & Junior High *Grade 2 Classroom teacher Applications for a faith filled, energetic, and dynamic educator to serve as 2nd Grade Classroom Teacher beginning in August of 2022 are currently being accepted. Candidates must be licensed in the State of Illinois. *Junior High Math and Science Teacher St. Mary Elementary and Jr. High is seeking a full time Math and Science teacher for grades 6, 7 and 8. The teacher would work closely with the Junior High School Team and Principal to support student learning and growth as well as the responsibilities that create a positive and successful junior high. For more information contact, Jean Spohn, Principal, or call 815-284-6986 X3

CEO Trade Show - MARK YOUR CALENDARS! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Future Educator Sumposium April 29th! Check it out! https://www.aroundptown.com/future-educator-symposium-april-29th/ @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Congratulations to Education Pathway students at Amboy High School, who recently hosted a Literacy Night for Central Elementary School families. The planning and implementation of this event also covers the Team Based Challenge component of the Pathway Endorsement.

ROE 47 's Professional Learning Team is expanding! Join us! We are hiring: NEXUS Family Support Specialist, Family Education & Engagement Specialist, School Improvement Coach, and a Social Emotional Learning Coach . For additional details and to apply, visit: https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location%3A%22Lee%2FOgle%2FWhiteside%20ROE%22&fbclid=IwAR1lL-tMLlZ7TWQwhXhXA4iDFq6n6zTGKhjOWO5c0qFNXfYpiO

Early Childhood Summit Play-Based Learning: The WHAT, WHY & HOW @ SVCC Facilitator: Julie KallenbachEd.DMonday, April 25th 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Play is the vehicle where adults can support the development of self-regulation, social and academic skills. Strengthen your learning about the evidence for play-based learning and practice scaffolding children to the next level. Learning Objectives: What: Define features of play-based learning Why: Apply brain-based principles to classroom design and instructional planning to improve student outcomes How: Analyze the teacher’s role in scaffolding student play

MARK YOUR CALENDARS ! Networking Meetings Thursday, April 21st 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - All AdministrationMeeting 11:00 - 12:00 Noon - Curriculum Meeting Zoom link will be sent via email. #RegionalOffice47 @RegionalOffice47

Friday's School Celebration Regional Center for Change Students in Ms. Messina’s classroom took to the Hennepin Canal for trash cleanup. They collected 4 bags of garbage and helped make their community a better place. #RegionalOffice47 @RegionalOffice47

The ROE 47 office will be closed today.

Mark your calendars for the Education Symposium, featuring special guest Dr. Ayala, State Superintendent of Education and Marci Johnson, Director of Cte and Innovation at Illinois State Board of Education. Register at www.roe47.org. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47