Archive: Professional Development

Play-Based Learning in the K-2 Classroom

Research shows that play-based learning is critical to the success of our youngest students. This type of learning perfectly aligns with KIDS and is fully endorsed by ISBE. Join us and learn how to implement play-based learning into your classroom. There are many ways this can be accomplished as it ...read more

We Got This by Cornelius Minor, Book Study

Join us as we explore this book and discuss “equity, access and the quest to be who our students need us to be”. We will explore ways of authentically listening to students and how to meet them where they are. Cornelius Minor identifies tools, attributes, and strategies that can help ...read more

Educator Wellness Make and Take RESCHEDULED STAY TUNED

It's back! Join us for the return of this popular professional development training where educators learn about the theories and research that support social emotional learning strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to experience and reflect on strategies for their own wellness as well as those they can implement in ...read more

Educator Wellness Make and Take RESCHEDULED STAY TUNED

It's back! Join us for the return of this popular professional development training where educators learn about the theories and research that support social emotional learning strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to experience and reflect on strategies for their own wellness as well as those they can implement in ...read more

Media Literacy & Digital Tattoos: Growing Up in a Digital Age

In today’s world, students are continually exposed to media. From TikTok to podcasts to simply searching the internet and every social media platform in between. This continual media exposure can create a world of misinformation and the inability to identify when sources are reliable and when they aren’t. With the ...read more

Implementing Effective Classroom Management Strategies

Are you struggling to manage classroom behaviors? Are you unsure of what to do next? You are not alone! Join this workshop to learn more about implementing natural and logical consequences that change behavior. This session also includes content on restorative practices and supporting students in crisis. Facilitated by Jordan Eggleson, ...read more

Classroom Culture 101

Starting the school year strong with a positive classroom culture increases time on-task and instructional minutes. This session will provide you with ready-to-use strategies that can be modified for all grade levels/contents in the areas of intentional classroom layout, establishing classroom identity, and implementing effective classroom routines and procedures. Participants ...read more

Navigating the Computer Literacy Standards

Starting in the 2022 school year, schools will be responsible for educating their students in computer literacy per the new computer science standards developed by ISBE. Join Ben Sondgeroth in this session, to explore what computer literacy is, the K-12 Computer Literacy Knowledge and Skill Continuum, and how you can ...read more

School Staff Wellness Celebration & Showcase

Join us for an opportunity to reflect, celebrate, and recover from a tough school year! Participants will learn about wellness resources & strategies from a variety of community providers and ROE staff. Engaging activities & experiential learning will focus on practices that can enhance both your personal and professional experiences ...read more