Regional Office of Education 47

MARK YOUR CALENDARS : Dolly's Book Bash, a free family-friendly event celebrating Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. October 3rd from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the Sterling Public Library. Here's what you can expect: Storytelling sessions Craft activities Interactive games Treats and prizes Info about the Imagination Library program No registration is needed - just drop in anytime between 4:00 and 6:30 PM. If you'd like more information, feel free to check out www.uwwhiteside.org or give us a call at 815-625-7973.

District Celebration : Fulton Elementary School Superintendent Dr. Hogue visits 2C! Dr. Hogue stopped in to read a couple books to the class. The students enjoyed the stories that he chose and had some good conversations! Do you have a celebration to share in your school district ? Email sdinges@roe47.org

CHECK IT OUT! ROE 47 and Elevate Youth Center are offering an After School Program! For more information, contact Heather Waninger @ hwaninger@roe47.org. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Check out ROE 47 Professional Learning Catalog 2024-2025! Click https://online.fliphtml5.com/zdwpr/jkgu/#p=1 to view the ROE 2024 - 2025 Catalog. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

CHECK THIS OUT! CALLING ALL : Computer Science Teacher Leaders K-5 Registration Link : https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=recBn2mb5REqDv975 6-12 Session Registration Link :https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=rec2hZIyiJpf7nt5T Please register by September 17th Contact Anji Garza, agarza@roe47.org for more information! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Check out ROE 47 & Elevate Youth Center After School Program For more information contact Heather Waninger @ hwaninger@roe47.org or youthdirector@sterlingtownship.com. @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Preschool Family Support Specialist Virtual Networking Session September 4th , 9am -10am @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

JOIN US : Librarians Networking September 3rd , Virtual , 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Calling all early childhood educators, community agencies, business partners, and families: Please join us to learn more about the New Department of Early Childhood and to share your experiences with early childhood education and care services. Scan the QR code on the flyer or use this link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/Ye4r61nb6n @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

The Parents as Teachers September Newsletter is out! Check it out! For more information about this program in our ROE 47 area, contact Lois Meisenheimer at lmeisenheimer@roe47.org.

REGISTER NOW! Building Resilience in our Children; SEL Capacity Builders The SEL Capacity Builders cohort is dedicated to building a strong network of educators, caregivers, and community leaders dedicated to enhancing children’s emotional well-being. Participants will gain practical strategies to address trauma, attachment, behavior, and other challenges, creating a positive impact on students, staff, and families. Click here to register: https://forms.fillout.com/t/vUvAVnsZmnus?id=recmq9jyR5ooD2S7t

MARK YOUR CALENDARS ... Behavior Learning Series Presented by Illinois Elevating Special Educators Network August 2024 - March 2025 Online via ZOOM, 3:45 - 5:00 Scan the QR code and register now!

Calling all early childhood educators, community agencies, business partners, and families: Please join us to learn more about the New Department of Early Childhood and to share your experiences with early childhood education and care services. Scan the QR code on the flyer or use this link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/Ye4r61nb6n @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

Illinois Elevating Special Educators presents the 2024-2025 Special Education Learning Opportunities ! Visit www.roe47.org to register for these FREE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

JOIN US : Back to School Bash! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47

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

Only 10 Days Left! We are filled with excitement and gratitude as we count down the days until we celebrate our Empowering Students Success Donation Campaign! Your generous contributions profoundly impact students' lives, providing them with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Let's make these last 10 days count! Together, we can reach our goal and create an even brighter future for our students. Every donation, big or small, brings us one step closer to empowering success. Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far. If you haven't had the chance to donate yet, there's still time! We invite you to join us in empowering our students and their families by making a financial donation or shopping from our Amazon wishlist. Shop Our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/I5H1FRQEFH9X Financial donations can be mailed to: Regional Office of Education #47 Attn: Professional Learning & Educational Services 2214 E. 4th Street, Suite B Sterling, IL 61081

IMMEDIATE OPEN POSITION : Regional Center for Change C4C Paraprofessional Opening 24-25 School Year Regional Center for Change (C4C) is an alternative middle and high school located in Rock Falls, Illinois with a mission dedicated to student achievement in school and life. Instilling hope for a future, self-confidence now, and resilience forever in all our students. Qualifications: : Must possess a valid Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License or be willing to take and pass the Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License exam. Experience in a school setting or working with children is preferred but not required. Paraprofessionals work directly under the supervision of the principal and the classroom teachers. Their most essential function is to support students in meeting their goals and creating a safe, positive learning environment. They also must demonstrate integrity, respect for diversity, and other standards of ethical conduct. The qualified applicant must possess a valid Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License. Send resume and letter of interest to Brett Willey bwilley@roe47.org by August 9, 2024. For additional information regarding the position please contact Brett Willey at 815.564.2032 ext 115.

Empower Student Success Through Connection! Our donation campaign is bridging the gap for students and families by connecting them to essential resources. To date, we've made over 2,500 referrals to partner agencies, ensuring every student has access to the support they need to thrive. Your donation today strengthens these connections and empowers student success. Together, we can continue making a positive impact in our community! We invite you to join us in empowering our students and their families by making a financial donation or shopping from our Amazon wishlist. Shop Our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/I5H1FRQEFH9X Financial donations can be mailed to: Regional Office of Education #47 Attn: Professional Learning & Educational Services 2214 E. 4th Street, Suite B Sterling, IL 61081

Calling ALL educators! Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Join us for our AI EdTech Summit where we'll tackle practical uses of AI in education. Come learn ways to use AI to start your year off right! @RegionalOffice47 #RegionalOffice47