Macon-Piatt ROE #39

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We were honored to welcome Millikin University's new president, Dr. Dean Pribbenow, to the Macon/Piatt Regional Office of Education #39 today! Thank you for taking the time to meet our team, tour our facility, and engage in such thoughtful conversation. We’re excited about the possibilities for collaboration—especially around teacher education and preparation—and look forward to working together to support future educators and strengthen our schools and communities.

A big thank you to the Decatur Early Birds Kiwanis Club for the opportunity to share the important work happening at the Macon/Piatt Regional Office of Education #39. I appreciated the chance to highlight the ways we're supporting students, educators, and schools across our region. Grateful for your continued interest in and commitment to education in our communities! @DecaturEarlyBirdsKiwanisClub

ROE39 Will Be Closed July 4th 🎇
We're taking a break to celebrate Independence Day!
Enjoy the fireworks, stay safe, and have a fantastic holiday!
We'll be back and ready to assist you on Monday, July 7th.

On Friday, June 27th, IMPACT Student Liaison Coordinator Katie O'Dell, along with Student Liaisons Danniel Wentworth and McKenzi Celiz, attended the West 40 ALOP Summit. The day began with an inspiring keynote from Dan Meers, the KC Wolf of the Kansas City Chiefs, whose stories brought motivation and heart.

Attendees then explored breakout sessions covering topics like trauma-informed practices, advocacy, legislation, SEL, and more.

Thank you to West 40 for hosting such a valuable and engaging event for ROE staff!
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Interested in becoming a licensed school counselor? Concordia University is offering a fully ONLINE program that ends in PEL licensing with the School Counselor endorsement in Illinois. For more information: email Dee Williams at dwilliams@roe39.org

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Relaxing by the pool this summer? It’s the perfect time to get started on becoming a substitute teacher this fall! Apply here: http://bit.ly/44o1Zod

ROE39 will be closed on Thursday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. In addition, our office will be closed on Friday, June 20th as part of our summer hours. We will reopen on Monday, June 23rd and look forward to serving you then. #Juneteenth #ROE39 #SummerHours #roe39

EXCITING NEWS! ELEMENTARY EDUCATION - NEW GRADE RANGE IS COMING SOON! For more information: http://bit.ly/4kIGRQ9

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ROE39 is looking for a dedicated Food Service Manager to join our team at Futures Unlimited/Milligan Academy, our Alternative School. If you’re passionate about supporting students and creating a positive mealtime experience, we’d love to hear from you! 📍 Location: Futures Unlimited/Milligan Academy 📅 Position: Food Service Manager 💼 Help make a difference every day! Apply now or share with someone who’d be a great fit! #ROE39 #NowHiring #FoodService #EducationJobs #MakeADifference #FuturesUnlimited #MilliganAcademy For more info: https://www.roe39.org/page/roe39

🧠✨ We had an amazing day of learning and collaboration with a fantastic group of social workers and counselors at the Solution Focused Brief Counseling workshop, led by Dr. Russelle Sabella in partnership with the American School Counselor Association! This impactful session was packed with practical strategies and meaningful conversations focused on empowering students through solution-focused approaches. Thank you to everyone who participated—your passion and commitment to student success truly inspired us!

ROE 39 had the pleasure of hosting incredible professionals from regional offices across the state for The Bob Pike Group Train-the -Trainer professional development workshop, sponsored by the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools (IARSS)! Over the course of 3 energizing days, participants engaged in hands-on learning, shared ideas, and had so much fun while growing their training skills. A big thank you to everyone who joined us—your enthusiasm made this an unforgettable experience! Thank you to IARSS for sponsoring such an amazing event.👏

Sean Lee, Option 3 teacher and bus driver, recently completed the inaugural Community Public Safety Academy (CPSA), a collaborative initiative led by the Public Safety Training Foundation and the Dawson Civic Leadership Institute. Over the course of eight weeks, Sean attended weekly evening sessions, gaining valuable insight into the roles and responsibilities of the Illinois State Police, Decatur Fire Department, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Police Department, the City of Decatur, Central Illinois Regional Dispatch, and the Public Safety Training Foundation. Sean is excited to apply what he has learned to help educate and connect students with local first responders, fostering stronger relationships and promoting safer schools and communities. A special thank you to Dr. Juanita Morris and Deputy Chief Erik Ethell for their leadership in facilitating this impactful program—and sincere appreciation to Sean for his commitment to community engagement and student success. Also pictured: fellow CPSA graduates Johnathan Fluker and Cameron Manns. Photos courtesy of Isaiah Bradford Photography.

Attention Illinois Educators! The Illinois State Board of Education is offering short-term approvals for school support personnel through June 30, 2026. This initiative is designed to address staffing shortages in essential roles such as school social workers, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, counselors, and nurses. For more information contact Dee Williams at dwilliams@roe39.org