WEEK OF AUGUST 14, 2024

Join our team!

The Alternative Programs staff at the Kane County Regional Office of Education is dedicated to providing all necessary supports and interventions to children that need them.

We currently have two openings with our Alternative Programs team: Community Intervention Specialist and Truancy Intervention Specialist. Click below to learn more about the impact these roles can make on the lives of children and families across Kane County.

Community Intervention Specialist

Truancy Intervention Specialist

Kane County ROE hosts Health Life Safety training

Last week, staff from regional offices across Illinois joined us for Health Life Safety (HLS) inspector training.

ROE staff are tasked with inspecting all school buildings within their coverage area annually to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. These reports are then filed with the Illinois State Board of Education and shared with school districts.

The Kane County ROE is proud to be a leader in guiding HLS inspection standards in Illinois, and we thank Geneva CUSD 304 for allowing us to hold a walkthrough demonstration at Geneva High School as part of this training.

Shutterbugs assemble! The start of the school year means our annual Student Photography Contest is around the corner.

This contest celebrates the creative talents of high school students in Kane County, as well as the knowledge handed down by their instructors. Each week, submitted photos will be reviewed by staff at the ROE. The top 10 photos will be selected and published on the ROE’s website, in newsletters, and through social media channels.

The contest will run from Monday, September 16 - Monday, November 18, with our annual Photography Contest Reception to follow on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at The Dock (150 First Street, Batavia, IL). All featured photos from the contest will be on display and the top photo and student photographer from each week will also be recognized and receive an award!

Interested high school teachers should contact Kourtney Lipps (klipps@kaneroe.org) to participate.

Click here to view the flyer or visit our website for more information.

Weekly Schedule & Themes

Week 1 (September 16) - Texture

Week 2 (September 23) - School Spirit

Week 3 (September 30) - Contrast

Week 4 (October 7) - Nostalgia

Week 5 (October 14) - Action and Adventure

Week 6 (October 21) - Minimalism

Week 7 (October 28) - Flora and Fauna

Week 8 (November 4) - Portrait

Week 9 (November 11) - Emotions

Week 10 (November 18) - Reflections

NEW VESi course! Educational Technology: Effective Use of Technology in the Classroom

Technology integration should not be difficult; it should be easy! Regardless of your skill level, participating in this new course from VESi will give you the opportunity to explore internet-based multimedia that can easily be implemented inside or outside any classroom.

Dates/Times:

60 Days to Complete

Location:

Fully Online

Fee: $200 l PD Hours: 45

Tuesday Tech Tip: Beginner's guide to artificial intelligence

AI has been rapidly changing the world of technology and can be used in a plethora of ways including customer support, research, and more.

Want to learn how to use AI, but don't know where to start? In the latest Tuesday Tech Tip, Phil Morris will guide you through chatbots, one of the most user-friendly AI services that can be helpful in your everyday life!

Full Playlist

Is your licensure up for renewal in 2024? The August 31 deadline is quickly approaching! Log into your ELIS account to begin the process.

Have questions regarding licensure? The Kane County ROE is here to support you. Click below for more information and guides, or reach out to our specialists at

licensure@kaneroe.org.

Learn More

The Illinois Online Academy has expanded its catalog of fully online courses.

These offerings can be completed online within 60 days.

Inclusion

PD Credit: 30

Cost: $200

Growth Mindset

PD Credit: 5

Cost: $40

See our full list of courses here.

Navigate your library management system with confidence

Next month, the ROE will host two workshops designed to assist library staff with management through the Destiny Library system: one for beginners and one for advances users.

The beginner session will familiarize new staff with navigating the software and help systems, setting up loan periods, calendar and site configuration, circulating to the patrons, cataloging title and copy records, and more. A survey will be sent to participants in the advanced session shortly before the workshop to gather topics of most importance.

Both groups will come together in the afternoon for further learning, including setting up and using the Destiny Discover interface and other advanced features for cleaning up the library catalog.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, September 17

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Location:

28 North 1st St.

Geneva, IL 60134

Fee: $100 l PD Hours: 6

Beginner Registration

Advanced Registration

Are you excited for the Raising Student Achievement Conference (RSAC) in Oak Brook? It’s the perfect time to register with our early bird rates!

RSAC offers educators across Illinois a wonderful professional learning opportunity with excellent keynote speakers and timely, topical breakout sessions that provide attendees with a mix of reflection, inspiration, and practical strategies to implement in the classroom.

Click here to register before October 19 to take advantage of this discount. As always, you can visit rsac.iarss.org to see our full list of speakers and schedule. We hope to see you there!

Have a question? Want to connect?

hello@kaneroe.org l kaneroe.org