We’re excited to invite you to our next Parent & Family University Workshop: Attendance Matters! Thursday, September 18 at 7:00 PM
Discover how regular school attendance supports your child’s success and pick up practical tips for making mornings smoother and school days more consistent.
Families who attend will receive a “Ready for School” toolkit, have a chance to win a raffle prize, and connect with other parents and caregivers.
This workshop is open to all families—join us for an evening of learning, support, and community!
Discover how regular school attendance supports your child’s success and pick up practical tips for making mornings smoother and school days more consistent.
Families who attend will receive a “Ready for School” toolkit, have a chance to win a raffle prize, and connect with other parents and caregivers.
This workshop is open to all families—join us for an evening of learning, support, and community!
IESE presents : IEP Development Series
August 2025 - February 2026, online via zoom, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Scan the QR code to register to attend!
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August 2025 - February 2026, online via zoom, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Scan the QR code to register to attend!
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Join us ! Parent University , Attendance Matters!
September 18th @ 7pm
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📞It’s 988 Day! 📞
Today we shine a light on the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—dialing or texting 988 connects people in crisis with free, confidential support 24/7. Whether you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide, worried about a loved one, or just need someone to talk to, help is only three digits away. 🫶
🌐 More Resources for Support:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline → 988lifeline.org
NAMI HelpLine (National Alliance on Mental Illness) → 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or nami.org/help
SAMHSA Treatment Locator → findtreatment.gov
💬 You are never alone. Hope and help are always within reach. Use #988Day to share how you’re raising awareness in your community!
Today we shine a light on the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—dialing or texting 988 connects people in crisis with free, confidential support 24/7. Whether you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide, worried about a loved one, or just need someone to talk to, help is only three digits away. 🫶
🌐 More Resources for Support:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline → 988lifeline.org
NAMI HelpLine (National Alliance on Mental Illness) → 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or nami.org/help
SAMHSA Treatment Locator → findtreatment.gov
💬 You are never alone. Hope and help are always within reach. Use #988Day to share how you’re raising awareness in your community!
REGISTER NOW - Math Strategies Learning Series
Presented by IESE
September 2025 - April 2026 , via zoom, 4: 00pm - 5:15pm
Starting September 11th
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🌟 Since 2021, we’ve reached an incredible milestone! 🌟
In collaboration with NAMI Sauk Area and the University of Illinois Extension, we have trained over 500 adults in Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA). 💛
YMHFA is designed to empower parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring community members with the knowledge and skills to support young people who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge—or even a crisis.
This training is especially powerful for adults who regularly interact with youth, giving them tools to recognize signs, offer support, and connect young people with the help they need. Together, we’re building a community where every young person knows they are not alone.
In collaboration with NAMI Sauk Area and the University of Illinois Extension, we have trained over 500 adults in Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA). 💛
YMHFA is designed to empower parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring community members with the knowledge and skills to support young people who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge—or even a crisis.
This training is especially powerful for adults who regularly interact with youth, giving them tools to recognize signs, offer support, and connect young people with the help they need. Together, we’re building a community where every young person knows they are not alone.
SIGN - UP NOW : Virtual Mentoring , Professional Developmental Conversations
Online via Zoom , hosted by IESE
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https://www.roe47.org/page/pl-opportunities-workshops
Online via Zoom , hosted by IESE
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https://www.roe47.org/page/pl-opportunities-workshops
REGISTER NOW - Special Education Summit , Friday, September 19th @ SVCC
REGISTER @ https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec0o3M9vkKEUf8F3
Join Illinois Elevating Special Educators Network for our fourth annual summit specifically designed to meet the needs of special educators as we launch the 2025-2026 school year. The Summit promises to provide special education professionals opportunities to come together to learn, share, grow, and connect. Summit activities will include a keynote from Phil Januszewski. Special educators will also choose sessions specific to their needs, gaining insight into the latest research-based strategies and tips they can apply to supporting students with disabilities in the classroom.
REGISTER @ https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec0o3M9vkKEUf8F3
Join Illinois Elevating Special Educators Network for our fourth annual summit specifically designed to meet the needs of special educators as we launch the 2025-2026 school year. The Summit promises to provide special education professionals opportunities to come together to learn, share, grow, and connect. Summit activities will include a keynote from Phil Januszewski. Special educators will also choose sessions specific to their needs, gaining insight into the latest research-based strategies and tips they can apply to supporting students with disabilities in the classroom.
💛 September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 💛
Suicide is complex, but prevention is possible—and hope is real. Together we can:
⚠️ Learn the warning signs
💬 Normalize help-seeking
🌤️ Remind others that proven treatments and support are available
✨ Healing is personal. Every journey looks different—whether it’s celebrating small steps forward, finding creative outlets, or reaching out for professional care. What matters is knowing: your life matters, and you are not alone.
🛟 Prevention begins with awareness. Signs that someone may be at risk include:
Feeling hopeless or without purpose
Talking about being a burden
Increased alcohol or drug use
Withdrawing socially
Extreme mood swings
💛 Explore stories of hope and recovery: 988lifeline.org/stories
🌐 Find the right support for you: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope
📲 If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Suicide is complex, but prevention is possible—and hope is real. Together we can:
⚠️ Learn the warning signs
💬 Normalize help-seeking
🌤️ Remind others that proven treatments and support are available
✨ Healing is personal. Every journey looks different—whether it’s celebrating small steps forward, finding creative outlets, or reaching out for professional care. What matters is knowing: your life matters, and you are not alone.
🛟 Prevention begins with awareness. Signs that someone may be at risk include:
Feeling hopeless or without purpose
Talking about being a burden
Increased alcohol or drug use
Withdrawing socially
Extreme mood swings
💛 Explore stories of hope and recovery: 988lifeline.org/stories
🌐 Find the right support for you: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope
📲 If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
The ROE 47 office will be closed Monday, September 1st in honor of Labor Day.
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IESE Network presents : Student Motivation & Engagement Learning Series
September 2025 - April 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:15pm
Starting September 2nd .
Scan the QR code to register !
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September 2025 - April 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:15pm
Starting September 2nd .
Scan the QR code to register !
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Counselor & Social Worker Networking Sessions
Starts Sept 4th @ ROE 47 Office, 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Register here : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec0iCURe4yf0g5wN
Join fellow counselors and social workers for a day of connection, collaboration, and professional growth.
Stay up to date on the latest state and policy updates
Participate in interactive workshops
Share best practices
Build your professional network
Explore new ideas to support student well-being and success
Come ready to learn, connect, and leave inspired!
Starts Sept 4th @ ROE 47 Office, 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Register here : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec0iCURe4yf0g5wN
Join fellow counselors and social workers for a day of connection, collaboration, and professional growth.
Stay up to date on the latest state and policy updates
Participate in interactive workshops
Share best practices
Build your professional network
Explore new ideas to support student well-being and success
Come ready to learn, connect, and leave inspired!
JOIN US - Librarians Networking , once a month on Tuesday's from 3:00 - 4:00pm
Register here : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec7yNNwHE7GGGrAL
Gather on Zoom to connect with librarians and library staff to network, exchange information, 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.
Twice this year, we will meet in person at a district library to view their library and share all the things they are doing.
Register here : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec7yNNwHE7GGGrAL
Gather on Zoom to connect with librarians and library staff to network, exchange information, 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.
Twice this year, we will meet in person at a district library to view their library and share all the things they are doing.
Congratulations to Mrs. Shandy Adams, teacher at ROE 47's Regional Center for Change , for being selected as the 74th District 2025 Educator of the Year !
Mrs. Adams was nominated by Assistant Regional Superintendent Josh Knuth for her remarkable depth, sincerity and testament to her lasting impact as an educator. Congratulations , Mrs. Adams!
New Teacher Cadre : Meets once a month on Tuesday's from 3:30 - 4:40pm
REGISTER HERE : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec3JBr0GJw73sTDu
If you are a new teacher, certified or non-certified in a teaching role, or a teacher in a new teaching area, certified or non-certified in a teaching role, we have several 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.
In addition, classroom observation and individualized coaching is provided to support your unique classroom needs and help your teaching thrive.
REGISTER HERE : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec3JBr0GJw73sTDu
If you are a new teacher, certified or non-certified in a teaching role, or a teacher in a new teaching area, certified or non-certified in a teaching role, we have several 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.
In addition, classroom observation and individualized coaching is provided to support your unique classroom needs and help your teaching thrive.
A Huge Thank You to Our Workplace Wednesday Supersize Partners!
We are so grateful to Goodwill Industries – Sterling, University of Illinois Extension – Sterling, and Walmart Distribution Center – Sterling for opening your doors to our Workplace Wednesday Supersize teachers.
Your willingness to share your time, expertise, and workplace experiences gave our educators valuable insights into your business operations and the training opportunities you provide. These connections help our teachers better prepare students for future careers and strengthen partnerships between education and our local workforce.
Thank you for your continued support of our educators and the communities we serve!
We are so grateful to Goodwill Industries – Sterling, University of Illinois Extension – Sterling, and Walmart Distribution Center – Sterling for opening your doors to our Workplace Wednesday Supersize teachers.
Your willingness to share your time, expertise, and workplace experiences gave our educators valuable insights into your business operations and the training opportunities you provide. These connections help our teachers better prepare students for future careers and strengthen partnerships between education and our local workforce.
Thank you for your continued support of our educators and the communities we serve!
ROE 47 Hosts Teen Mental Health First Aid Trainer Training
This week, ROE 47 hosted a three-day Teen Mental Health First Aid (TMHFA) Trainer training facilitated by certified trainers from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Seven participants—including team members from ROE 47’s Professional Learning and Education Services Department, University of Illinois Extension, and Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI)—successfully completed the training and are eager to begin delivering TMHFA to area high school students during the 2025–26 school year and beyond.
What is TMHFA?
Teen Mental Health First Aid (TMHFA) is an evidence-based training program designed specifically for high school students. It equips teens with the knowledge and skills to:
Recognize the signs of mental health and substance use challenges in themselves and their peers.
Respond with effective, supportive strategies.
Connect themselves and others to trusted adults and appropriate resources.
Why it Matters
Adolescence is a critical time for mental health, with 1 in 5 youth experiencing a diagnosable mental health condition each year. By empowering teens with TMHFA, schools and communities can:
Reduce stigma around mental health.
Foster peer-to-peer support networks.
Strengthen connections between students, schools, and community resources.
Promote early identification and intervention, which leads to better outcomes for young people.
Through this investment in training, ROE 47 and its partners are laying the foundation for a sustainable, community-based approach to youth mental health support in our region.
This week, ROE 47 hosted a three-day Teen Mental Health First Aid (TMHFA) Trainer training facilitated by certified trainers from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Seven participants—including team members from ROE 47’s Professional Learning and Education Services Department, University of Illinois Extension, and Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI)—successfully completed the training and are eager to begin delivering TMHFA to area high school students during the 2025–26 school year and beyond.
What is TMHFA?
Teen Mental Health First Aid (TMHFA) is an evidence-based training program designed specifically for high school students. It equips teens with the knowledge and skills to:
Recognize the signs of mental health and substance use challenges in themselves and their peers.
Respond with effective, supportive strategies.
Connect themselves and others to trusted adults and appropriate resources.
Why it Matters
Adolescence is a critical time for mental health, with 1 in 5 youth experiencing a diagnosable mental health condition each year. By empowering teens with TMHFA, schools and communities can:
Reduce stigma around mental health.
Foster peer-to-peer support networks.
Strengthen connections between students, schools, and community resources.
Promote early identification and intervention, which leads to better outcomes for young people.
Through this investment in training, ROE 47 and its partners are laying the foundation for a sustainable, community-based approach to youth mental health support in our region.
We know that anxiety, stress, and suicide rates among students are rising—and these challenges are showing up in our classrooms more than ever.
Join us on August 28 for two powerful workshops designed to support both students and families:
For Educators: Supporting Your Students’ Mental Health
3:30–5:00 p.m. | Zoom | Register Here
This interactive session will provide trauma-informed strategies to recognize mental health concerns, offer meaningful support, and foster emotional resilience—all integrated naturally into your teaching without adding extra workload. Learn practical ways to engage confidently with students facing anxiety, depression, self-harm, or suicide risk, while creating safe, stigma-free classrooms where every student can thrive.
For Parents & Caregivers: Tools to Support Your Child’s Mental Wellness
🕒 7:00–8:15 p.m. | Zoom – Parent University | Register Here
This empowering session offers practical, trauma-informed strategies to help children manage stress, build resilience, and find balance at home. Whether your child faces everyday worries or bigger emotional challenges, participants will walk away with tools to help them feel seen, supported, and strong.
Join us on August 28 for two powerful workshops designed to support both students and families:
For Educators: Supporting Your Students’ Mental Health
3:30–5:00 p.m. | Zoom | Register Here
This interactive session will provide trauma-informed strategies to recognize mental health concerns, offer meaningful support, and foster emotional resilience—all integrated naturally into your teaching without adding extra workload. Learn practical ways to engage confidently with students facing anxiety, depression, self-harm, or suicide risk, while creating safe, stigma-free classrooms where every student can thrive.
For Parents & Caregivers: Tools to Support Your Child’s Mental Wellness
🕒 7:00–8:15 p.m. | Zoom – Parent University | Register Here
This empowering session offers practical, trauma-informed strategies to help children manage stress, build resilience, and find balance at home. Whether your child faces everyday worries or bigger emotional challenges, participants will walk away with tools to help them feel seen, supported, and strong.
Mark your calendars !
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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MARK YOR CALENDARS :
Illinois Elevating Special Educators Presents : 2025 -2026 Special Education Professional Development Learning Opportunities !
All events are FREE; scan the QR codes below to register !
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Illinois Elevating Special Educators Presents : 2025 -2026 Special Education Professional Development Learning Opportunities !
All events are FREE; scan the QR codes below to register !
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