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Kane ROE Making Sure All Kane Co. Students 

Have School Supplies the Entire Year

Kane County Regional Superintendent,

Patricia Dal Santo, shows some of the new school supplies that ROE has on-hand to help Kane Co. students have a successful school experience.

New school supplies are not just a highlight of the start of the new school year; it is something that is needed throughout the entire year. The Kane County Regional Office of Education (ROE) recently assembled over 30 backpacks that have new school supplies for needy students who are on caseload in the ROE Youth Outreach Program, which includes homeless, truancy, alternative programs, and the Juvenile Detention Center.

Students will receive the backpacks, with supplies, directly from ROE staff members. Distribution of the backpacks are ongoing throughout the year to students in-need. Funding for the bags and supplies came from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER). According to Department of Education’s website - Funds are provided to state education agencies (SEAs) and local education agencies (LEAs) to help safely sustain the same operation of schools and address the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the Nation’s students [which includes making sure all students the necessary have school supplies.]

Patricia Dal Santo, ROE Regional Superintendent shared “In some instances, students may have supplies in their school building but not in their home.  These supplies may be instrumental in completing required homework for classes. The ROE is here to make sure all Kane County students have the proper materials they need to have a successful educational experience.”

Kane County ROE Student Photography Contest 2022 Begins Sept. 26

The 2022 Kane County Regional Office of Education (ROE) Student Photography Contest is a 9-week photography contest for high school students throughout Kane County. The contest will run from September 26th - November 21st. 

The contest is a collaborative effort between the Kane County ROE and Kane Excellence in Education Partnership (KEEPS), to recognize and celebrate the talent within the art departments in Kane County high schools. This includes the knowledge and support handed down by the instructors, as well as the creativity harnessed by students. 

Each week, submitted photos will be reviewed by the Photography Review Committee at the ROE. The top 10 photos will be selected and published on the ROE’s website, www.KaneROE.org and on the ROE’s Facebook page. 

How to participate: Each week, teachers will approve and submit their student’s photos into their respective Google Drive folder, provided by the Kane ROE. Submissions are due on the Monday or first day of the school of each week at 3:30pm. If you or your High School class are interested in participating, contact the Kane ROE at hello@kaneroe.org to have a Google Folder setup.

Submission Schedule and Themes: 

• Week 1: September 26 - Nature/Landscape 

• Week 2: October 3 - Architecture 

• Week 3: October 11 - Fall Fun 

               (Due to holiday on Oct. 10)

• Week 4 October 17 - Sport Photography 

• Week 5: October 24 - Texture 

• Week 6: October 31 - Editorial 

• Week 7: November 7 - School Spirit 

• Week 8: November 14 -

                Worm’s Eye or Bird's Eye View 

• Week 9: November 21 - Artist’s Choice

Submissions are due on the Monday or first day of the school of each week at 3:30pm.

Join the ROE team!

Looking to make a difference in your community & in the lives of children? Join the ROE team!

Now hiring for the following positions:

• Community Intervention Specialist
• Special Edu. Teacher - Middle & High School 
• Youth Outreach Worker
• Educator Licensure Specialist

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• Retirees Welcome to Apply
• Schedule Flexibility
• IMRF Position
• Will Consider Job Sharing Arrangement

Applications are due by 4:00pm Nov. 18.

Does your school need crucial maintenance or infrastructure updates?

$40 million available in

fiscal year 2023 School Maintenance Grants

from ISBE!

"ISBE’s School Maintenance Grants are a powerful investment in our education infrastructure to make our schools safer, healthier, and more energy efficient," said State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen I. Ayala. “Potential projects include updating school security systems, improving classroom ventilation, and implementing more cost-effective methods for heating and cooling. School facilities have a critical role in supporting safe and healthy learning environments.”

PSLF Waiver Offers Way

to Get Closer to

Loan Forgiveness

The “limited PSLF waiver” refers to the time-limited changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program rules that allow borrowers to receive credit for past periods of repayment that would otherwise not qualify for PSLF. This opportunity ends on Oct. 31, 2022.

How to See If You Qualify

To qualify for the limited PSLF waiver, you need to have at least one Direct Loan and at least one approved PSLF form.

AA#1696: Effective Intercultural Communication in a Globalizing World

October 25 | 9:00am - Noon | Online

This academy will assist participants in examining different aspects of their individual cultural identities (race, gender, nationality, linguistic affiliation, etc) and reflecting on how these aspects affect their interactions with others. They will be introduced to specific dimensions of cultural variability and their effects on intercultural encounters. This will guide them to facilitate a positive learning environment by fostering a culture of inclusiveness and celebrating diversity.

Don't Miss This Week's

Progress Report

Katie Algrim, Director of Innovative Professional Learning at the ROE, LOVED her time teaching. As Katie reminisces on the time with her students, her favorite projects, activities, and activities that took so much time and effort to prep but were always SO worth it when she experienced the enjoyment and learning that took place! Find out more with this week's Progress Report.

#TuesdayTechTip

Did you know that Instagram is the most used social media platform among students ages 13 and up? 84% of teens in the U.S. use it at least once a month. Learn more with the latest #TuesdayTechTip.

"Branching Out" is a weekly YouTube series with quick videos designed to help

educators branch out of their comfort zone and integrate new ideas and technology into their classrooms.

To subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay up-to-date with the newest installments,

click here. To view the entire playlist for #BranchingOut, visit here.

AA#3821: Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Through Inclusive and Equitable

Practices for All

December 7 | 9:00am - Noon | Fully Online

PD Credit: 4.5 | Admin Academy Credit: 6

Register Here



Next Generation Science Standards: A New Framework for Authentic Science Instruction

Up to 6 months to complete

PD Credit: 45 | Grad Credit: 3

Register Here

Designing Blended Learning for Student Engagement and Achievement

Up to 6 months to complete

PD Credit: 45 | Grad Credit: 3

Register Here



Short-term Substitute Teaching Licenses

60 days to complete | $25

If you hold an Associate's degree or have 60 semester hours then we invite you to participate in this approved, online, asynchronous training program to obtain your short-term substitute license.

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