Coming together for school safety | |
The annual Illinois School Safety Conference brings hundreds of educators, first responders, community partners, and national experts together to discuss an essential topic: creating the safest possible learning environments.
Our office was proud to co-sponsor this event in Niles last week, as Regional Superintendent John K. Jonak kicked off the day. Phil Morris, our Director of Operations & Technology, also took part in a safety panel to talk through the roles of various agencies in school crisis prevention and how they collaborate to find solutions.
| | As a member of the Student Services team, this position will help establish connections between at-risk students and their families and the appropriate school counseling, community-based counseling, and similar mental health services. | | LAST CALL: Early bird registration for the 2025 Raising Student Achievement Conference | | |
This two-day professional development experience is set for December 8-9 in Oak Brook, Ill. and will feature two engaging keynote speakers, over 150 breakout sessions, and opportunities to make connections, share ideas, and to come away with new strategies for your classroom or school. Attendees that register by October 17 can take advantage of discounted rates.
As attendees put it below: "there's something for everyone"!
| | Click for information regarding the conference schedule, hotel, speakers, and frequently asked questions. We hope to see you at #RSAC2025! | | Would you like to present at Kane County Institute Day? | | | | We are now accepting proposals for breakout presentations for this day of professional development on Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Q Center in St. Charles. The purpose of breakout sessions is to give educators the latest, research-based information and/or strategies that can be used to improve or enhance instruction and student achievement. | | Do you have a proposal that reflects current educational trends and best practices? Click below for guidelines and to complete the submission form. | | As part Kane County Institute Day, the ROE will also host the 2026 Arts Ed Institute on Friday, February 27 at Central High School in Burlington. | | We are looking for presenters for this site as well! If you are a fine arts educator interested in sharing your expertise, click to review guidelines and submit your proposal. | | We have surpassed 1,000 submissions in the Kane County Student Photography Contest, and are amazed by the talent and creativity that each photo captures. Browse our latest honorees below as we eagerly wait to see what these students come up with next! | | |
Weekly Winner: "Contrast", Delphine Umuhoza, Junior, West Aurora HS (District 129)
The rest of the top 10 from Week 3 are:
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Elliot Lynne, Batavia HS (District 101) - “Untitled”
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June Perales, Elgin HS (District U-46) - "Beautiful Accident”
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Sage Wilson, Geneva HS (District 304) - “Man's Best Friend”
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Finnian Donahoe, Marmion Academy - “Looking Up”
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Kim Queriones, South Elgin High School (District U-46) - “Orange Dice”
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Briana Quiroz, Rosary College Prep - “Circular”
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Victoria Kapel, Bartlett HS (District U-46) - “Feel”
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Charlie O'Connell, St. Charles North HS (District 303) - “Black Sunset”
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Nicole Von Eyser, Jacobs HS (District 300) - “Fireworks”
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Weekly Winner: "The Thunderbolt", Jackson Warbritton, Senior, Hampshire HS (District 300)
The rest of the top 10 from Week 4 are:
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Delilah Franco, West Aurora HS (District 129) - “Nostalgia”
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Sebastian Castro, Streamwood HS (District U-46) - “Time Flies”
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Kate White, Rosary College Prep - “Dollhouse Interior”
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Nathan Eakin, South Elgin HS (District U-46) - “Classic Console”
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Ella Pohlmeier, Jacobs HS (District 300) - "Nostalgia"
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Natalie Nava, Bartlett HS (District U-46) - “Childhood Booth”
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Mila Kournetas, Geneva HS (District 304) - “Kiss the Sky”
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Brooke Beller, St. Charles North HS (District 303) - “Humpty Dumpty”
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Erica Marinas, Central HS (District 301) - “Oh The Places We'll Go”
| Click below to see all photos featured in this year's competition so far. Stay tuned for the Week 5 selections to be posted there tomorrow! | If you are interested in signing up, contact our Communications and Website Coordinator, Kourtney Lipps (klipps@kaneroe.org). |
| RUSH offering free course to those who work with diabetic children | |
If you are a teacher, nurse, family. member, or simply someone who works with children living with diabetes, RUSH is offering a complimentary course later this month designed to support those who support kids. "Essentials of Pediatric diabetes Management for Caregivers" is designed to offer insights and practical skills to people who care for children living with diabetes. Nursing CE Credits will be provided.
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Rush Copley Heart Institute, 2088 Ogden Ave., Aurora
| | Geneva High School hosting Post-Secondary Transition Fair | |
Kane County students with IEPs or 504 plans are invited to Geneva High School's Post-Secondary Transition Fair. Over 40 organizations, including colleges, universities, trade schools, and agencies will be in attendance to offer services and support.
Date: Wednesday, October 29
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Geneva High School (Mack Olson Gym), 416 McKinley Ave., Geneva
| | Below is a sampling of asynchronous, on-demand courses from the Illinois Online Academy that can be completed within 60 days. | | |
Social & Emotional Learning:
Optimizing Learning Environments with Life Skills
PD Credit: 45
Price: $200
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Successful Learning
through Retrieval
PD Credit: 6
Price: $40
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Looking for something else from your online learning?
Use this resource to navigate our catalog.
| | Upcoming Workshops and Academies | | Check out the latest episodes of our weekly classroom strategy series, Branching Out, for quick tips from our Professional Learning team! | | |
When it comes to implementing restorative practices in the classroom, a few questions can make all the difference.
If conversations turn contentious, Jordan Eggleson shares a strategy that gives students a new way to reflect on their actions and take the necessary steps towards resolution.
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Create a "splash" in your teaching!
Jenny Clark, Professional Learning Coordinator at the Kane County ROE, makes her Branching Out debut with a simple strategy to get students thinking and excited about any lesson.
| | | | Discounted tuition opportunity with North Central College | |
The Kane County ROE has launched a partnership with North Central College to provide discounted tuition on continuing education for teachers across Kane County! NCC will be hosting virtual information sessions in October for two program offerings. Click below to learn more and register for this opportunity!
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