Important information regarding TRS refunds, ECC's Project Backpack, & student loan forgiveness.

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Creating School of Hope Conference - REGISTER TODAY!

This one-day workshop will feature a keynote presentation and several breakout sessions
focused on restorative justice and trauma informed care. Just added: Attendance Works guest speaker Becky Miles-Polka!

As an added bonus, participants will
be provided with optional monthly webinars to support the content of this conference.
Project Backpack This Saturday - August 13

Project Backpack continues for the 10th year offering school supplies to low-income families in ECC's district. To learn more, visit project-backpack.org or read this article from the Daily Herald.
Thanks for Making #NationalNightOut 2016 a Great Success!

The ROE staff had a great time promoting attendance at the Kane County Sheriff's National Night Out. Thanks to all the families for stopping by and pledging to make it to school every day this year! Want more information on how to make sure your student makes it to class? Contact Deanna Oliver, assistant regional superintendent, for resources and tips.
District 300 Launches First In-School Food Pantry in Kane County

Set for a ribbon-cutting on August 31, District 300 will be serving an estimated 100 families per week. The pantry is located in Carpentersville Middle School and will allow children and their families to shop at the pantry and choose healthy foods.

The pantry will be open from 4pm-6pm on Wednesdays including spring break, winter break, and during the summer months. Learn more about this great initiative from District 300 here!
Student Loan Forgiveness from ROE

If you are searching for a  way to lower your monthly  student loan payments or  make additional degrees  more affordable, the  Public Service Loan  Forgiveness (PSLF)  Program may be an  option for you. Visit http://KaneROE.myisls.com, enter code KANE & see if you qualify.

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