🎉 Congratulations to the Winners of the 43rd Annual Contig Math Tournament! 🧠✨
We’re thrilled to celebrate the incredible achievements of our top math minds from this year’s tournament!
4th Grade Winners
🥇 First Place: Owen Cantwell – Maroa-Forsyth (128)
🥈 Second Place: Matthew Althouse – Clinton (127)
🥉 Third Place: Luca Moreli – Mt. Zion & Paxten Bell – Clinton (Tied – 124)
5th Grade Winners
🥇 First Place: John Newman – Clinton (107)
🥈 Second Place: Maddox Windhorst – Mt. Zion (104)
🥉 Third Place: Josiahh Callahan – Clinton (103)
6th Grade Winners
🥇 First Place: Jack Betsworth – Deland-Weldon (114)
🥈 Second Place: Nathan Loud – Mt. Zion (97)
🥉 Third Place: Brylee Bevans – Clinton (96)
👏 A huge THANK YOU to our incredible Contig Tournament Director, Jewel Grady, and to Mr. Randy Thacker, Principal of Mt. Zion Intermediate School, for their unwavering dedication to this event.
We're also grateful to the many volunteers, the Mt. Zion District for hosting us, and DPS 61 for the use of your tables. Your continued support makes this meaningful tradition possible year after year.
The Contig Tournament is sponsored by the Macon/Piatt Regional Office of Education #39.
🚨 We're Hiring!
Are you passionate about supporting students and making a real impact? This role is perfect for someone who’s organized, driven, and thrives on building connections.
📍 Location: Monticello School District
📅 Deadline: Open until filled
Ready to be part of something meaningful?
📄 View the full job description here: https://bit.ly/3GsnGek
📧 To apply, send your resume and letter of interest to Dr. Nancy Brodbeck at nbrodbeck@roe39.org
Let’s make a difference—together!
On April 17th, ROE39 had the honor of hosting Michelle Denault, who bravely shared her personal story of surviving sexual grooming during her high school years. Educators from Milligan Academy, Futures Unlimited and surrounding schools participated in the workshop to deepen their understanding of how to distinguish healthy, supportive mentoring from classic predatory behaviors. Michelle’s courage in sharing her experience sparked vital conversations about student safety, trust, and the role we all play in protecting young people. Thank you, Michelle, for your bravery and powerful voice. 💙
#ROE39 #SurvivorStories
The renewal window is open! Educators whose licenses expire on June 30, 2025, should log in to their ELIS account to complete the renewal process. Please refer to the FAQ document if there are questions. https://bit.ly/42rzs1h
📣 Attention School Board Members!
ROE #39 will be hosting the required School Board Leadership Training on:
🗓️ Tuesday, June 3rd
⏰ Training Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
🍽️ Catered Meal Provided at 5:00 PM
This is a great opportunity to fulfill your training requirements while connecting with fellow board members.
👉 See the attached flyer for full details.
We look forward to seeing you there!
🎶 Attention Macon and Piatt County K-12 Teachers! 🎶
You are eligible for a FREE ticket to see Lonestar in concert at the State Farm Center in Champaign on May 4th!
Check out the flyers for all the details on how to redeem your ticket. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a great night of music — you’ve earned it!
Tag your fellow educators and spread the word!
Our office will be closed for Easter Break on:
📅 Thursday, April 17
📅 Friday, April 18
📅 Monday, April 21
We’ll be back and ready to help on Tuesday, April 22!
Enjoy the long weekend and have a happy Easter! 🐰💐
#roe39
🎓 Need PDHs or CEUs? We’ve got you covered!
Join us this June at the iHotel in Champaign for professional learning that’s not only practical—but actually enjoyable! You’ll leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and better equipped for the students you’ll meet in the future.
👯♀️ Grab your bestie, your teaching team, or come solo—either way, it’s a great deal and an even better experience.
✨ Don’t miss out—PDHs, CEUs, and quality time with fellow educators await!
#TeacherLife #ProfessionalDevelopment #SummerPD #ChampaignIL #EducationMatters
Need PDHs? Join us for this 1-hour session on 4/16. Enjoy a full day with Heidy to learn more!
Mr. Lee and Trinity are working together on the Vibe board making learning interactive at Option3. #option3 #roe39 #alternativeeducation
The Illinois Wellness Conference, sponsored by the Illinois Social-Emotional Learning Hubs, the Illinois State Board of Education, and the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools, kicked off yesterday with powerful pre-conference sessions. Jill Reedy and Dr. Nancy Brodbeck from ROE 39 led a well-received administrator academy on building trauma-informed schools.
Today’s keynote speaker, Chanelle Walker—known nationally as the Teacher Wellness Guru—is inspiring attendees with her passion for educator self-care. Tomorrow, the conference will close with Damon West, author of The Coffee Bean, who will share his powerful story of transformation and resilience.
It’s been a fantastic start to a meaningful and energizing event focused on supporting the whole child—and the whole educator.
The Regional Office of Education #39 IMPACT team sported their blue today in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Together, we stand against child abuse and support efforts to raise awareness, promote safety, and protect children everywhere. #WearBlueDay #EveryChildNeedsAHero
Use Your Industry Work Experience to Obtain a CTE Teaching Endorsement!
Illinois offers two different Educator Licenses with Stipulations (ELS) endorsed in Career and Technical Education (CTE). For more information: https://bit.ly/3Ye8d7E
#roe39 #CTE #licensure
ROE39 is on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Student Liaison!
As a Student Liaison, you'll have the opportunity to connect with students, make an impact, and be a key part of our community. If you're a motivated, organized, and a communication-driven individual, we want to hear from you!
🔹 Position: Student Liaison Role
🔹 Application Deadline: Open until filled!
🔹 Location: DeLand-Weldon school district
Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference! Apply now and be part of something amazing.!
For full job description : https://bit.ly/3E3N756
To apply, please submit a resume and letter of interest to Dr. Nancy Brodbeck at nbrodbeck@roe39.org
Attention Illinois Educators!
It’s time to renew your Illinois educator license! Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or other education professional, don’t forget to renew to continue making a positive impact in the classroom.
Click here for step-by-step instructions on license renewal: https://www.roe39.org/page/renew-in-2025
#roe39 #IllinoisEducators #LicenseRenewal #TeachingInIllinois
CACE - Don't miss out!
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION LEADERSHIP
Now available - Hybrid OR Virtual/Online delivery PLUS an accelerated degree track option!
Contact Dr. Cliff Karnes at cdkarnes@eiu.edu for more information.
Illinois is the first state in the U.S. to offer free, comprehensive test prep to all students at public universities and five community colleges. In total, the program has saved students more than $3 million in costs. For more information: https://bit.ly/4j2km7L
Would you like a bench for your school, office, business, community organization? Here's how you can get one!
ROE #39 Regional Crisis Response & Reunification Team at the National Conference on Education!
Members of our ROE #39 Regional Crisis Response & Reunification Team had the incredible opportunity to share their work on school safety at the National Conference on Education, presented by AASA, The School Superintendents Association.
A special thank you to:
✅ Sheriff Mark Vogelzang (Piatt County)
✅ Lt. Erik Ethell (Decatur Police Department)
✅ Superintendent Mary Vogt (Bement CUSD #5)
✅ Principal Mindy McGuire (Meridian CUSD #15)
✅ Assistant Regional Superintendent Dr. Nancy Brodbeck (ROE #39)
✅ Regional Superintendent Jill Reedy (ROE #39)
Your dedication and leadership help ensure our schools remain safe, prepared, and supported. We appreciate your commitment to our students, staff, and communities! #SchoolSafety #IASA #AASA #NCE2025
