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Virtual Learning with IVSA Opens Doors for Students and Districts
Illinois Virtual School & Academy, operated by LCROE, offers reimbursable, flexible, high-quality online learning that helps districts expand options, keep students engaged, and support every path to graduation.
Our courses include:
- AP
- Dual Credit
- CTE opportunities
- World Languages
- Effective Credit Recovery
Broaden learning opportunities, keep students on track, and prepare them for future success with the IVSA’s cost-effective, ISBE-reimbursable model.
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I Love You Guys Training
On Friday, August 15, 2025, Lake County ROE, EMA, and the Sheriff's Department, along with Clear-Armor in Grayslake, sponsored an "I Love U Guys" Standard Response Protocol & Standard Reunification Method Train-the-Trainer for school leaders, police, and fire departments. Participants from across Lake County were trained on how to effectively implement safety and reunification strategies within their schools and communities. The training emphasized consistent communication practices during crises, reinforced collaboration between schools and first responders, and prepared leaders to bring these protocols back to their districts and agencies for further training and implementation.
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Kicking Off Strong Attendance!
The Attendance & Truancy Division (ATD) is on a mission to help every student start the year off right. From tackling chronic truancy to connecting families with local resources, our team is here to keep students on track.
Over the past few weeks, ATD has been out at back-to-school events across Lake County, including the Lake Zurich Kids Fair, Fox Lake Big Hollow “Back-to-School” Bash, and Woodland Middle School Curriculum Nights.
We’re also looking forward to seeing families at Woodland Intermediate School’s Curriculum Nights on September 3 & 4—cheering on great attendance from day one!
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides FREE books to Lake County residents (birth to 5)
All Lake County families can now enroll in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, thanks to the Lake County Regional Office of Education Foundation (LCROEF). This cherished program delivers free, high-quality books each month to children from birth to age five, regardless of income.
Enroll a child here.
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Showcase Your Business at Navig8 Lake - October 22, 2025!
Lake County Fairgrounds | 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Career Navig8 Lake County connects 8th graders and high school students with local businesses to explore career pathways through hands-on activities. Showcase your industry, engage future talent, and inspire students to consider the wide variety of careers in our community.
Reserve Your Booth Today!
Limited spots available—register now and make an impact!
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Supporting Well-Being
The Lake County ROE has partnered with ReferralGPS to help students, staff, and families find local mental health and substance use resources. The service includes a searchable database and Care Navigation for triage, appointment scheduling, and follow-up, complementing existing district supports.
School families may access ReferralGPS in two ways
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All4Ed’s Future Ready Schools®, the Lake County Regional Office of Education, Libertyville School District, and North Shore School District invite you to a free, one-day professional learning forum focused on how innovation, artificial intelligence, and career-connected pathways are transforming teaching and learning.
Facilitated by Thomas C. Murray and Dr. Adam Phyall, the forum is grounded in the Future Ready Framework and will provide district teams with strategies, tools, and inspiration to lead with purpose, adapt to emerging technologies, and build student-centered systems that thrive in a changing environment. Register now - it's free!
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Becoming Multilingual Champions: PTA Edition
On September 25th, the Illinois Resource Center is hosting a special edition of our free "Becoming Multilingual Champions" webinar series just for PTA members and leaders. More information on how to register can be found here (AM Session) (PM Session).
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Join Us at the National PBIS Leadership Forum!
In our ongoing partnership with the Midwest PBIS Network, we invite district and school leadership teams from Lake County to participate in the National PBIS Leadership Forum held here in Chicago on October 21-23, 2025. For more information, go to this flyer.
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Administrator Academy
AA #4025 AI in Action: A Leader's Guide to Implementation - revised 6/25/24 - October 14, 2025 In-Person at Lake County ROE 9 am - 12 pm
Professional Development
Coaches Network 2025/2026 September 9, 2025, November 4, 2025; January 13, 2026; and March 10, 2026 In-Person @University Center of Lake County 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Emotional Poverty - October 7, 2025 In-Person at Lake County ROE 9am - 2pm
InPower: A Transformational Experience for Women, by Women with Women - September 19, 2025, November 14, 2025, January 23, 2026, and April 10, 2026 In-Person at Lake County ROE 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Register Here
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February 27-28, 2026– Save the Date for Illinois Teacher Leadership Summit 2026!
The summit will be held February 27-28th, 2026, at the Holiday Inn in Normal, IL. Registration has begun and you can get an early bird special rate here.
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North Central College Offers Degrees, Certificates & Flexible Training for Every Educator
North Central College offers Lake County educators multiple pathways for growth—including leadership degrees, teacher licensure, PD workshops, special education endorsements, tuition discounts, and on-site info visits.
Questions? Email Us!
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SAVE THE DATE
Educators Rising Annual Conference
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Don't miss the opportunity to plan for your future as an educator while networking with leaders in education and fellow high school students from across the state! Middle/High School Students and their current educators can receive professional development from engaging experts. Attend the Future Educator Resource fair to visit with educational institutions from across Illinois. Take advantage of optional activities such as skills-attainment competitions and campus tours.
PLAN TO ATTEND THIS INSPIRATIONAL DAY!
For more information, email educatorsrising@ieanea.org or call (815)713-4788.
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2024 Renewal Season Closed August 31st
If you failed to renew your license by August 31, you are not eligible to work in the Illinois public schools until you bring your license up to date. Contact licensure department for assistance to reinstate. licensure@lake.12.il.us
Evaluation Training
Please be certain that the individuals responsible for evaluating district staff have current evaluation qualifications on file in ELIS for the type of staff they will be evaluating (principal or teacher). Retraining is required in each five-year cycle. The evaluator must be up to date with retraining in order to continue evaluating staff. It is the responsibility of the district to review this information for each evaluator prior to assigning them to conduct evaluations.
CTE LICENSE APPLICATION PROCESS HAS CHANGED
- Applicants must select if applying for the CTE or CTEP as part of the application in ELIS
- Applicants must now choose the CIP code during the application process in ELIS.
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73-23 is the only form required for the application.
- 73-23 form must be reviewed and signed by the Education for Employment (EFE) Director before it is submitted to ISBE.
Lake County area,
Sebastain Kapala, System Director
Lake County Area VOC System.
skapala@techcampus.org
847- 543-6000
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -NEW GRADE RANGE COMING
In response to district concerns for locating properly licensed teachers for kindergarten positions, ISBE will be pursuing changes to expand the grade range for the elementary license to cover kindergarten through grade 6.
(currently issued as 1-6) The change will occur in two phases.
PHASE 1: SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026
If you currently hold the elementary license issued for grades 1-6, you may apply for the short-term approval for kindergarten in your ELIS account. There is a $50 application fee. The approval will be valid for three years.
If you are assigned to teach kindergarten, you must hold an endorsement that covers the kindergarten grade range or the new short-term approval.
PHASE 2: SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027
ISBE will create rules for the new Kindergarten through Grade 6 endorsement to be finalized by the start of the 2026-2027 school year
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Scholarship Information
The University Center of Lake County offers scholarships for the 2025–26 academic year to students attending one of our member institutions.
National Louis University offers a 25% tuition scholarship to those who keep our schools running. Whether finishing your degree, starting a program, or advancing your career, now is your chance to make an even bigger impact on a child’s life.
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Discover Liberty Prairie: Bring hands-on STEAM learning to your students through environmental education, agriculture, and sustainability programs. Learn more on their website and explore ways to get involved!
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Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (I/ECMHC) connects a mental health consultant with adults caring for young children in settings like child care, preschool, home visiting, and early intervention. It’s not therapy or behavior modification—consultation helps caregivers support children’s social and emotional development.
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