Meridian Elementary - Back to School Night!
Stop by and say hi to Dee Williams at tonight’s event! If you’re curious about becoming a substitute teacher, this is the perfect chance to get all your questions answered and learn how to get started.
Don’t miss out—see you there! ✏️
Stop by and say hi to Dee Williams at tonight’s event! If you’re curious about becoming a substitute teacher, this is the perfect chance to get all your questions answered and learn how to get started.
Don’t miss out—see you there! ✏️
📚☀️ Our Professional Development team at the ROE has been hard at work this summer! We've had an incredible season of learning, collaboration, and growth!🌟 Some highlights from our summer PD offerings:
🔹 A 3-day SELF Academy, where participants reflected on how they lead in their day-to-day lives — both personally and professionally.
🔹 Tough Kid Training, led by Safe & Civil Schools, where educators explored strategies for understanding and supporting tough kid behaviors.
🔹 Creative PD on using LEGOs to teach across multiple subjects — bringing hands-on learning to life!
🔹 Sessions focused on the power of routines and procedures for successful classrooms.
🔹 Reflective conversations with teachers around writing instruction and best practices.
It’s been a busy and inspiring summer — and we’re excited to bring this momentum into the new school year! 🎉📅
📸 Take a peek at some of the photos from the events below — so many great moments captured!
#ProfessionalDevelopment #ROE #SummerLearning #EducationMatters #ToughKidTraining #SELFacademy #LEGOlearning #TeacherSupport
🔹 A 3-day SELF Academy, where participants reflected on how they lead in their day-to-day lives — both personally and professionally.
🔹 Tough Kid Training, led by Safe & Civil Schools, where educators explored strategies for understanding and supporting tough kid behaviors.
🔹 Creative PD on using LEGOs to teach across multiple subjects — bringing hands-on learning to life!
🔹 Sessions focused on the power of routines and procedures for successful classrooms.
🔹 Reflective conversations with teachers around writing instruction and best practices.
It’s been a busy and inspiring summer — and we’re excited to bring this momentum into the new school year! 🎉📅
📸 Take a peek at some of the photos from the events below — so many great moments captured!
#ProfessionalDevelopment #ROE #SummerLearning #EducationMatters #ToughKidTraining #SELFacademy #LEGOlearning #TeacherSupport
Tough Kid Training — what an impactful experience!
Led by Jacob Edwards from Safe & Civil Schools, this training gave educators powerful strategies for understanding and supporting tough kid behaviors in the classroom. 💬📚
Jacob brought incredible expertise, insight, and practical tools that our participants found truly valuable. We’re so grateful for his guidance and energy throughout the sessions!
💥 Good news: We’re already planning to bring Jacob back next summer — so stay tuned for more details!
#ToughKidTraining #SafeAndCivilSchools #ROEPD #BehaviorSupport #ClassroomSuccess #EducatorTraining #SummerPD
Led by Jacob Edwards from Safe & Civil Schools, this training gave educators powerful strategies for understanding and supporting tough kid behaviors in the classroom. 💬📚
Jacob brought incredible expertise, insight, and practical tools that our participants found truly valuable. We’re so grateful for his guidance and energy throughout the sessions!
💥 Good news: We’re already planning to bring Jacob back next summer — so stay tuned for more details!
#ToughKidTraining #SafeAndCivilSchools #ROEPD #BehaviorSupport #ClassroomSuccess #EducatorTraining #SummerPD
Just got married? Changed your name? Got a new email address? 💌
Don’t forget to update your ELIS account! 🖊️
Why? Because this is how ISBE sends you important updates about your license, renewal reminders, and other must-know info. 🛎️
Click here for the ISBE form to update your ELIS account information: https://5il.co/3nv0w
Questions? Contact Dee Williams at dwilliams@roe39.org
#ROE39 #EducatorTips #StayInTheKnow
Don’t forget to update your ELIS account! 🖊️
Why? Because this is how ISBE sends you important updates about your license, renewal reminders, and other must-know info. 🛎️
Click here for the ISBE form to update your ELIS account information: https://5il.co/3nv0w
Questions? Contact Dee Williams at dwilliams@roe39.org
#ROE39 #EducatorTips #StayInTheKnow
Chad Ramey is our ROE #39 Health, Life & Safety Inspector and Truancy Officer. He inspects all 55 school buildings in Macon and Piatt Counties each year, working closely with district staff to ensure our buildings are safe. Chad also collaborates with districts and their architects on new building projects, coordinating the necessary paperwork for building and occupancy permits.
In addition to all of this, Chad supports our truancy department, working with families and students to remove barriers that prevent regular school attendance. He’s a humble guy, but he truly deserves recognition for his behind-the-scenes work. We want to thank Chad for everything he does… and yes, we even got him to smile!
In addition to all of this, Chad supports our truancy department, working with families and students to remove barriers that prevent regular school attendance. He’s a humble guy, but he truly deserves recognition for his behind-the-scenes work. We want to thank Chad for everything he does… and yes, we even got him to smile!
Welcome to the ROE #39 Team, Shemuel “Shem” Sanders!
If you’ve been around Milligan Academy or Futures Unlimited the past few days, you may have already seen Shem in action — providing extra security, mentoring students, and bringing positive energy everywhere he goes.
Many also know Shem from his work with the Shemilah Outreach Center, where he’s made a lasting difference in the lives of youth and our community.
We’re lucky to have his friendly smile in our hallways, greeting students and lending a helping hand. Welcome, Shem — and yes, you look GREAT in red! 🔴
If you’ve been around Milligan Academy or Futures Unlimited the past few days, you may have already seen Shem in action — providing extra security, mentoring students, and bringing positive energy everywhere he goes.
Many also know Shem from his work with the Shemilah Outreach Center, where he’s made a lasting difference in the lives of youth and our community.
We’re lucky to have his friendly smile in our hallways, greeting students and lending a helping hand. Welcome, Shem — and yes, you look GREAT in red! 🔴
📚✏️ Back to School Season is Here! 🍎🎒
Whether you’re a student, teacher, or parent—it's time to sharpen those pencils, grab the backpacks, and kick off a brand new school year full of growth, learning, and fresh starts!
Wishing everyone a successful and exciting year ahead! 🌟
#roe39 #BackToSchool #NewBeginnings #SchoolReady #EducationMatters
Whether you’re a student, teacher, or parent—it's time to sharpen those pencils, grab the backpacks, and kick off a brand new school year full of growth, learning, and fresh starts!
Wishing everyone a successful and exciting year ahead! 🌟
#roe39 #BackToSchool #NewBeginnings #SchoolReady #EducationMatters
A few fun moments from our photo booth at the Administrators' Back-to-School Event on July 31!
Pictured are administrators from Bement, Milligan Academy and Futures Unlimited, the new Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School, Warrensburg-Latham, DPS 61’s new Director of Student Services Dr. Danielle Lusby, and the ROE staff — all wishing you a great start to the 2025–2026 school year!
Pictured are administrators from Bement, Milligan Academy and Futures Unlimited, the new Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School, Warrensburg-Latham, DPS 61’s new Director of Student Services Dr. Danielle Lusby, and the ROE staff — all wishing you a great start to the 2025–2026 school year!
ATTENTION ALL EDUCATORS WHO ARE CURRENTLY ATTENDING A PROGRAM AT AN OUT-OF-STATE UNIVERSITY!
ISBE’s licensure bill, SB 1947, was signed into law on August 1, 2025, and is now officially Public Act 104-0128.Effective date: January 1, 2026.
Key points:
• Educators must pass an Illinois content test to obtain a Professional Educator License (PEL). This applies to ALL candidates, including those with out-of-state licenses seeking reciprocity in Illinois.
• Educators who have an application on file before January 1, 2026, will be evaluated under the current set of requirements.
Questions? Contact dwilliams@roe39.org
#ROE39 #illinoislicensure #outofstateprograms #requiredcontenttestinillinois
Scholarship Opportunity Alert!
The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation offers scholarship programs for both high school seniors and adult learners pursuing higher education! Whether you're just starting your journey or returning to school, these scholarships can help make your goals a reality.
Learn more today: https://www.heartofillinois.org/scholarship-programs
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to invest in your future!
#Scholarships #HeartOfIllinois #AdultLearners #HighSchoolSeniors #InvestInEducation #CollegeBound #ROE39
The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation offers scholarship programs for both high school seniors and adult learners pursuing higher education! Whether you're just starting your journey or returning to school, these scholarships can help make your goals a reality.
Learn more today: https://www.heartofillinois.org/scholarship-programs
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to invest in your future!
#Scholarships #HeartOfIllinois #AdultLearners #HighSchoolSeniors #InvestInEducation #CollegeBound #ROE39
The Regional Office of Education was honored to host four full days of training with Decatur Public School District 61’s Safety and Security team, led by Valdimir Talley, along with the district’s School Resource Officers from the Decatur Police Department and representatives from other local law enforcement agencies.
The first three days were led by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO), who provided the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) course. Day four focused on additional critical safety skills, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and life-saving CPR training.
Thank you, Val Talley, for bringing such valuable training to our area! We appreciate your leadership and our continued partnership in keeping our schools and communities safe!
The first three days were led by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO), who provided the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) course. Day four focused on additional critical safety skills, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and life-saving CPR training.
Thank you, Val Talley, for bringing such valuable training to our area! We appreciate your leadership and our continued partnership in keeping our schools and communities safe!
Millikin University's School of Education is proud to present the 2025 Tomorrow's Teachers Conference on Monday, October 20th! 🎓🍎
This event is designed to inspire and support future educators with engaging sessions and networking opportunities. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss it!
Registration Deadline: October 13th
#TomorrowsTeachers2025 #MillikinEducation #FutureEducators #InspireTeachLead #roe39
This event is designed to inspire and support future educators with engaging sessions and networking opportunities. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss it!
Registration Deadline: October 13th
#TomorrowsTeachers2025 #MillikinEducation #FutureEducators #InspireTeachLead #roe39
Are you interested in becoming licensed as a School Social Worker and already hold a MSW? Click here for more info: https://5il.co/3ndgj #roe39
📚 Looking for professional development this summer?
Or maybe you're craving something just for your own personal enrichment?
🌟 VESi offers flexible, online continuing education courses designed to fit your goals—whether professional or personal. Take classes anytime, anywhere and earn the credits you need on your schedule.
➡️ Learn More: http://bit.ly/4eROKRc
#ROE39 #OnlineLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherLife #LifelongLearning #SummerPD #EdTech
Or maybe you're craving something just for your own personal enrichment?
🌟 VESi offers flexible, online continuing education courses designed to fit your goals—whether professional or personal. Take classes anytime, anywhere and earn the credits you need on your schedule.
➡️ Learn More: http://bit.ly/4eROKRc
#ROE39 #OnlineLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherLife #LifelongLearning #SummerPD #EdTech
The Macon County Health Department will be hosting several back-to-school events. Their next event will be on July 15th. Students who attend the events can receive the following: back-to-school vaccines, lead testing, dental screening, physicals, vision screening, and backpacks (August 2nd only). For more information, please contact the Macon County Health Department at 217-423-6988 Option 2.
Join us!
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We were honored to welcome Millikin University's new president, Dr. Dean Pribbenow, to the Macon/Piatt Regional Office of Education #39 today! Thank you for taking the time to meet our team, tour our facility, and engage in such thoughtful conversation. We’re excited about the possibilities for collaboration—especially around teacher education and preparation—and look forward to working together to support future educators and strengthen our schools and communities.
A big thank you to the Decatur Early Birds Kiwanis Club for the opportunity to share the important work happening at the Macon/Piatt Regional Office of Education #39. I appreciated the chance to highlight the ways we're supporting students, educators, and schools across our region. Grateful for your continued interest in and commitment to education in our communities! @DecaturEarlyBirdsKiwanisClub
ROE39 Will Be Closed July 4th 🎇
We're taking a break to celebrate Independence Day!
Enjoy the fireworks, stay safe, and have a fantastic holiday!
We'll be back and ready to assist you on Monday, July 7th.
We're taking a break to celebrate Independence Day!
Enjoy the fireworks, stay safe, and have a fantastic holiday!
We'll be back and ready to assist you on Monday, July 7th.
On Friday, June 27th, IMPACT Student Liaison Coordinator Katie O'Dell, along with Student Liaisons Danniel Wentworth and McKenzi Celiz, attended the West 40 ALOP Summit. The day began with an inspiring keynote from Dan Meers, the KC Wolf of the Kansas City Chiefs, whose stories brought motivation and heart.
Attendees then explored breakout sessions covering topics like trauma-informed practices, advocacy, legislation, SEL, and more.
Thank you to West 40 for hosting such a valuable and engaging event for ROE staff!
#W40ALOPSummit
Attendees then explored breakout sessions covering topics like trauma-informed practices, advocacy, legislation, SEL, and more.
Thank you to West 40 for hosting such a valuable and engaging event for ROE staff!
#W40ALOPSummit
