
Once Upon A Time...there was light in our life...#totaleclipseoftheheart
If only we had on tin foil hats!! In 2045 we'll be more prepared. :-)




Do you need AA#3000 for your TE or PE credentials? There is still time to sign up for AA#3000 on April 4th at the ROE! Register here: https://bit.ly/3TBjYBS


Illinois School and Campus Safety Program is offering, "It IS Your Business: Grooming and Sexual Assault Awareness for K-12 Schools and Institutions of Higher Education" at the Regional Office of Education #39 on June 12, 2024. The instructor, Michelle Denault, is a survivor of educator sexual abuse, the owner of "Voices Carry," and the creator of the training "Grooming 101 - A Predator's Playbook." This event is open to the public. Professionals who attend can receive PDHs, CEUs, or IL Law Enforcement Mandate hours . Lunch will be sponsored by the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation. Please register soon as space is limited at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/a3begxs


The ROE office is currently closed for the Easter holiday break. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 2nd at 8:30am. Happy Easter!


Interested in having the WBL credential added to your license? Click here for more info: https://bit.ly/3PDlVwO


Administrators!! Do you need to complete an AA before June 30th? We are offering Refresher classes and Initial Principal Evaluator classes on April 3rd & 4th.
AA#1865//2000//3000 - Register here: https://bit.ly/3FZHEIM


ADMINISTRATORS - ROE39 is offering AA#1865/2000/3000 on April 3rd & 4th in person at ROE39 Training Room. Get signed up now: https://bit.ly/3FZHEIM


Creating a classroom and school culture that integrates Mindfulness-Based Social and Emotional Learning (MBSEL) requires a thoughtful and comprehensive approach that involves both educators and students. Join LIndsey Frank as she guides you become confident in integrating MBSEL into your classroom, school, and life.


Thank you to everyone who came out last night to see Tim Ryan and Jennifer Gimenez! A special thank you to Connie Gyorr, founder of Marisa's Purpose, for bringing Tim and Jennifer to Illinois to share their powerful message of recovery and hope with hundreds of area students and community members. To learn more, visit www.dopetohope.com. #Area4SELHub







Administrators! ROE39 is offering multiple workshops for initial and refresher classes this Spring and Summer. Get signed up now: https://bit.ly/3FZHEIM


Thank you, Johns Hill Magnet School, for having Tim Ryan and Jennifer Gimenez-Ryan. Powerful time hearing their inspiring stories!






Join us!


Congratulations to Decatur Rotary Club's Educator of the Month, Monica Clem. She was nominated by Sangamon Valley Intermediate School Principal, Kristina Sommer. Monica teaches 3rd Grade at Sangamon Valley.


Join us this afternoon to explore strategies to help us detoxify and
declutter our minds, bodies, classrooms, and homes. https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0044-0016-b3ba3b079ffe4133875cbe37127d1113


🌟 Don't Miss Out! Experience Tim and Jenn's Powerful Message of Resilience and Redemption 🌟
Are you ready to confront life's challenges head-on and emerge stronger than ever?With a background in substance abuse issues and a journey marked by resilience, renewal, and redemption, Tim and Jenn offer an authentic and masterful perspective on overcoming adversity. Their message resonates deeply, touching the hearts and minds of all fortunate enough to hear it.


Happy Presidents' Day! Today, we honor and celebrate the leaders who have shaped our nation's history and inspired us to strive for a better future. #PresidentsDay #USA


Session 2 this week! Even if you didn't make session 1, come learn about creating a mindful classroom culture.


We had an incredible first full day of Letrs training! Our dedicated educators came together to delve into enriching discussions on reading instruction – a truly powerful day of growth and learning! Now, these passionate educators are geared up to extend their learning journey through an online Letrs module. They'll be applying their newfound insights in their schools, making a positive impact. Excitingly, there's more to come! They'll be back for another day of collaborative learning in May. Let the journey towards empowering educators continue!




Congratulations to Decatur Rotary’s Educator of the Month, Beth Rhodes, who was nominated by Lori Guebert, Meridian Elementary Principal. Beth is a Student Services Coordinator for Meridian.
