Macon-Piatt ROE #39

Without question, television, films, radio and music, the internet, social media, news programs, books and magazines are part of our daily lives. And while some claim that all of this media consumption is detrimental to society, the truth is it doesn't have to be. Technology connects us in new and exciting ways. The point isn't to get kids to unplug; it's to help them make informed choices, understand the different between truth and lies, and discern perception from reality. Critical thinking leads to smarter decisions - and it's why media literacy can save the world. Join this book study to learn more!

Our SEL Hub is offering 4 classes this spring - 6 sessions each. Fees are covered by the SEL Hub. You will get PDHs for participating. If you miss a session, no worries. You are welcome to join the ones that fit for you. Link to our registration page is included.

UPDATED schedule - Becoming a Mindfulness-Based SEL Classroom Click the link to register.

Due to inclement weather, the ROE office will be closed today for the safety of our employees. Stay safe and warm, and we'll keep you updated on any further announcements. #officeclosure #staysafe

Join our team at ROE39! We have an opening for a full-time, on-site Business Manager at our office located in Decatur, IL. For more information: https://www.roe39.org/page/roe-39

Attention graduating high school seniors AND adult/nontraditional students - Community Foundation Scholarship Applications Accepted Until March 1st!! - For eligibility requirements, please visit www.maconcountygives.org or email Kathy Carter at kcarter@maconcountygives.org.

In honor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, the ROE office is closed today. We will return on Tuesday, January 16th at 8:30am. Please refer to our website at www.roe39.org at this time.

'Create an Emotionally Healthy Classroom' series starts this week. It's not too late to sign up. https://bit.ly/ROE39register

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day - We are so thankful for our retired officers, Chad Ramey and James Callaway, who continue to serve our community through the Regional Office of Education as Truancy Officers. We appreciate everything you do for our community and our office.

Join Brenda Bucher for our 6-part series 'Taking Care of Ourselves so We Can Take Care of Others' - session 1 is this week. Register here: https://bit.ly/ROE39register

CHANGE IN TIME-The Auschwitz Experience in the Art of Prisoners: A Visiting Exhibit at Decatur Public Library- Grand Opening January 19th at 6pm. The exhibit will run January 20-Feb 9th with a Pre-Exhibit Teacher Training for PD Credit on January 17th at 5pm. For more information: https://5il.co/2c0st

A public hearing was convened at 8:30am on January 5th. Click for meeting notes : https://5il.co/2br0h

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from ROE39! Wishing everyone a magical Christmas filled with love, joy and laughter.

The ROE39 office will be closed from Dec. 22nd-Jan.2nd and will reopen on Jan. 3rd at 8:30am. Please visit our website at www.roe39.org. Happy Holidays!

Notice of Public Hearing- A public hearing will be held on January 5, 2024 at 8:30AM at the Macon -Piatt Regional Office of Education located at 3433 Rupp Parkway, Decatur, IL 62526 to hear testimony on the application to waive the requirements of 105 ILCS 5/13A-2.5 to provide an alternative learning opportunity for students in grades K-5, whereas the current law only allows for students in grades 4-12 to participate in an alternative learning program. This waiver will be for 5 years, beginning in the FY24 school year. For a complete agenda, click here: https://5il.co/2bm2n

180 Christmas stockings were given out to Futures Unlimited/Milligan Academy students yesterday! Staff members filled each stocking with special treats allowing each student to take home a stocking and an extra bag of goodies! A special thank you to Connie Moon and her sister for their help in making this happen.

School administrators and law enforcement officers from multiple counties spent two days at the ROE 39 Training Center with Det. Rich Wistocki (Ret.) learning how to investigate cyber threats and bullying in schools. Working together to keep our kids safe! #Area4SELHub

Welcome Rich Wistocki! - Identifying and Intercepting School Violence through Cyber-Investigation is starting NOW!

The ROE office wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closed Nov. 22nd-24th for the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen Monday, Nov. 27th at 8:30am.

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