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K-12 Principal Breakaway
St. Clair ROEPlease join us in this PLN where you will network with fellow colleagues and walk away with leadership tools and return to your school with resources, ideas, solutions and inspiration! ROE Instructional Literacy Coach Emily Sackett will provide an overview of the K-12 IL Literacy Plan and potential opportunities for on-site professional development. This will be followed by Dr. Julie Sperry from Character Plus. Upon the conclusion of this session, time will be given to debrief and collaborate with fellow colleagues. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out.
Understanding Yourself: The Foundation of Effective Leadership
During this Breakaway session, we will explore the significance of self-awareness in fostering effective teamwork and empathy towards others (adults and students). Through immersive and engaging activities, leaders will gain valuable insights into their own motivations and leadership styles. By cultivating self-awareness, leaders will develop a deeper understanding of themselves and how it contributes to embracing diverse viewpoints, impacting collaboration and communication and problem solving. Key takeaways will include enhanced interpersonal skills, improved team dynamics, and a renewed emphasis on overall well-being, both individually and as a team. You are invited to join your colleagues on this journey of self-awareness translated into actionable impact.
Free
K-12 Youth Drug Trends – What Parents & Educators Need to Know
St. Clair ROE
This is a free workshop provided by Tracy Hancock (Community Outreach Specialist) from Chestnut Health for administrators, social workers, school counselors, educators and related support personnel.
The first portion of this workshop will focus on a breakdown of trends in substance use by youth both at the national level and locally. Madison and St. Clair County data is included. Substances including alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, prescription drugs, and opioids are covered in addition to myths and misconceptions surrounding the use of NARCAN. The second portion will provide a detailed view of e-cigarettes, their effects and goes a step further in explaining how to recognize signs of use in youth. We will also explore how to talk to youth about substance use and how to address use if they are already a current user. Strategies for parental involvement and steps for schools and communities to partnership will also be shared. CEU's will be offered.
Registrations close 4-5 days prior to the event date unless tickets are sold out.
Free
Effective Writing Instructional Strategies for Secondary Students (6-12): Recommendations from the What Works Clearinghouse (Virtual)
This session is free thanks to the IL SLDS Project. A virtual link will be sent out prior to the event date. The What Works Clearinghouse screened over 3500 studies on grades 6-12 writing instruction and has developed instructional recommendations based on the rigorous research criteria. In this virtual session, participants will obtain evidence-based recommendations that will be broken down with specific examples and strategies that can be used in your classroom the very next day.
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
K-12 School Finance: Confidence & Accuracy
St. Clair ROEJoin Sarah Healy, ISBE Regional Financial Consultant for School Business Services as she leads this free informative session for Illinois school district bookkeepers. This workshop will provide fundamental knowledge and skills that include a Basic Bookkeeper Guide which outlines daily, weekly, and monthly tasks and why these are important for financial purposes. More knowledge and information including Illinois Accounting Rules - Part 100, Fund Transfers, Cash Flows and Workbook Review, State Budget Form, Annual Statement of Affairs (ASA), Grant Expenditure Reporting and Due Dates, and FRIS System and Reporting. Attendees can bring items such as (but not limited to) budget forms, ASA forms, prior year or current year AFR, ledgers from their accounting system, or any additional relevant documents.
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the workshop unless tickets are sold out.K-12 Social Worker/School Counselor Symposium
St. Clair ROE
This event is free for all thanks to an SEL Grant. Join newly retired administrator's Dr. Emma Cornelius and Melissa Rebmann in this professional development session. Your unique role as a school social worker or counselor always involves wearing MANY hats. With your fellow colleagues, you will explore effective strategies to cultivate an environment that supports both students and staff.
Discover innovative strategies to create a nurturing environment that fosters collaboration and support, enhancing the overall school culture. In this dynamic course, you’ll gain essential tools to build strong connections and consistency within your learning community, leading to improved outcomes for everyone involved. Experience firsthand how a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere can transform instructional practices, staff wellness. culture, climate and overall student success. Don’t miss this opportunity to become a catalyst for positive change in your school. Together, we can cultivate a thriving educational community! This professional development course equips you with tools to build a collaborative and empowering learning community, leading to improved outcomes for everyone involved. Registration will close 4-5 days prior to the session date, CEU's will be issued.
Grow. Explore. Discover- Tips for Preschool Program Success
St. Clair ROE
Calling all preschool educators! You are invited to attend this FREE workshop presented by Erin Hoffman. This workshop will include Tips and Tricks for Preschool for All based programs from a 7-time, Gold Circle of Quality Rated Program. Learn how to set up classroom environments, provide in-depth questions, collect portfolios and more to meet ECERS standards.
Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event!
Diverse Learners, Diverse Approaches: Supporting K-12 Multilingual Students with Learning Disabilities (Virtual)
This virtual session is free thanks to the IL SLDS Project. Through this interactive workshop, participants will explore the intersectionality of language acquisition and learning disabilities while gaining insights into the unique challenges faced by this population. Attendees will learn culturally responsive instructional approaches, differentiated instruction techniques, and collaborative strategies to create inclusive learning involvements that foster academic success. By the end of the training, educators will feel empowered to implement tailored interventions and accommodations to support multilingual students with learning disabilities while promoting equity and access in education.
A virtual link will be sent prior to the event date. Registration will close 4-5 days prior to the event unless tickets are sold out.
Summative Designation: Analysis of School Report Cards
St. Clair ROEReport Card 2024 will provide the third data point for summative designation since RC19. Understanding the indicators utilized for the calculation can assist schools with improving their designation. This presentation will show schools where to find their data, how the calculations are completed, and resources for tracking local data. This is a shortened version of the Administrator Academy #3754. Participants will need to: bring a lunch (we will have a working lunch) and a fully charged laptop/device. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event or until tickets are sold out.
K-12 Behavior Interventionist/Coach/Specialist Roundtable
St. Clair ROE
This newly formed roundtable is to allow a space for those with a specific behavior job title to collaborate. Who should attend? Any person serving in your district as a Behavioral Coach/Specialist/Interventionist who is looking to build a network. We will work to problem-solve and share information that will be of benefit to our school community.
Goals:
1. Establish a collaboration group for those serving in this role
2. Find PD presenters that will help us further expand this role and the topics we find we need support in
3. Discuss roles and responsibilities and what resources you are using in your district
K-12 Paraprofessionals: Schools’ Hidden Gems (Virtual)
This virtual session is free for all thanks to the Illinois Masonic Foundation. In today's schools, the paraprofessionals entrusted with empowering students in the bustling realm of general education hold a role of unparalleled significance, shaping futures with every interaction. Whether they provide individualized support for particular students or assist in various capacities within the classroom, their role is crucial in ensuring the effectiveness of inclusion for their students. They are truly hidden gems within the school system. This workshop equips paraprofessionals with effective instructional and behavioral management techniques tailored for diverse student populations, including those from low-income backgrounds and those with a history of trauma. Participants will leave with a broader understanding of their role as a paraprofessional, enhanced skills to collaborate with students and staff, and a toolbox full of strategies to help them support student learning. Registration closes 4-5 days before the event date, a virtual link will be sent prior to the event date.
