Peoria Regional Learning Center Has Moved!
We have officially moved into our new location at 908 N. Sterling Ave., West Peoria, IL 61604. Our phone number remains the same (309) 495-6800.
We began the second semester in the Peoria Park District’s Franciscan Recreation Complex on January 10, 2023. With the construction completed on our five new classrooms and several offices, students have enjoyed our larger, fresh space, as well as the gymnasium.
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We want to thank the Peoria County Regional Office of Education #48 for their vision, management of the construction phase, and assistance with the big move. We also want to thank Extraordinary Homes for moving our entire school in two days! Last but not least, thank you to our staff coming in and making sure their rooms were ready for students on our first day.
We look forward to hosting an open house for the community, parents and our serving schools to showcase our new setting and opportunities at PRLC soon.
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GMB Arts in Education Spring Celebration 2023 - Save These Dates!
Our 2023 celebration will be held from April 11, 2023, through May 15, 2023, from 11:00am - 1:30pm each weekday. We will be continually updating our calendar with all of the performances so be sure to check this page often. Here are some dates of special note:
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April 11, 2023 - Kickoff celebration focused on Jazz Appreciation Month, originated and registered by the Smithsonian Institution. This will be held at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.
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April 28, 2023 - ICC Jazz at the Peoria County Courthouse in recognition of International Jazz Day (April 30). Special performances by local Middle School Jazz Bands will also be featured.
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May 15, 2023 - "Peace Plays in Peoria” This special event will showcase many local Middle School and High School artists and musicians that hope to spread the message of peace during these challenging times.
Please join us in person on the grounds of the Peoria County Courthouse to witness firsthand the amazing talent of youth from all over Central Illinois!
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We Continue to Seek Sponsors!
Any level of support is greatly appreciated. The support of our community is truly valued and appreciated. Please contact Dave Poehls at dpoehls@peoriaroe.org to become a 2023 sponsor.
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Educator Spotlight
The ROE48 Spotlight Educator for January is Tracy Strebel from Princeville!
Tracy was nominated by a community member that stated, "Tracy wears so many hats it is hard to keep track of everything thing she does for our district. She works tirelessly helping our staff and improving the education of every student in our district. She is not limited to one building or one age group. She makes time for every teacher (PreK-12). She is a positive role model for all of our staff and goes above a beyond keeping our district moving forward.
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Tracy is a leading force keeping Princeville CUSD #326 innovative practices as a priority. She is always on top of her game and education is passion."
Congratulations, Tracy! Thank you for all you do for teaching and student learning!
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Travel Grant for Illinois Teachers |
GEEO, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to helping educators travel internationally to learn about the world and recharge their teaching batteries. They are partnering with the Center for South Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to provide travel grants to Illinois-based educators for this upcoming summer. Recipients of the grant will receive a $1,000 credit from UIUC towards the cost of their program fee.
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Bradley University STEM Education Conference - Call for Proposals |
The Bradley University Center for STEM Education invites submissions for presentations at the annual STEM Education Conference. This conference provides preK-12 science, math, and STEM educators, educational leaders, and administrators the opportunity to share in a community of learning in support of strong STEM teaching and learning. |
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February is Black History Month
What Does Your School Do to Celebrate the Achievements by African Americans in U.S. History?
We want to know what your school building and/or district does to observe Black History Month. Please share your activities, stories, and/or events with Danielle Lewis at dlewis@peoriaroe.org so we can highlight them via social media.
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Professional Learning Highlights |
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Peoria County ROE 48 offers high quality face-to-face and online professional learning (PL) opportunities to educators in central Illinois. We are committed to developing and supporting a community of mindful, knowledgeable, and empowered learners. |
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Leveraging Cultural Differences to Promote Diversity and Equity |
ROE 48, the Area 3 SEL Hub, and the National Masonic Foundation for Children are sponsoring Leveraging Cultural Differences to Promote Diversity and Equity with Krista Leh on March 13th.
This session examines the complexities of culture, employs the Cultural Proficiency Continuum as a language to analyze responses to diversity, and offers strategies teachers can transfer immediately into their classrooms to reach and engage learners of all cultures, ages, and abilities.
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Youth Mental Health
First Aid
January 24 from 8:30am-1:00pm
Location: Goodwill Commons, Peoria
Cost: Free
Earn 6.5 PD Clock Hours
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Mixing it Up:
Social Emotional Learning & Academics in the Classroom
First Session: January 24, 2023 from 4pm-6pm
Note: This is a six session online course that meets from January - April
Location: Online
Cost: Free
Earn 12 PD Clock Hours
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Substitute Teacher Training
February 7, 2023 from 1pm-3pm
This training will provide individuals with a general understanding of curriculum, classroom management techniques, school safety, and district/building operations. Individuals will be prepared to communicate with districts/schools about local procedures and expectations..
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Unpack the New Illinois Computer Science Standards
February 9, 2023 - 3:45pm-4:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Earn 1 PD Clock Hour
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Organization Tips
for Google Drive and Gmail
February 22, 2023 - 3:45pm-4:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Earn 1 PD Clock Hour
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AA1448: Teacher Evaluator Competency Skill Building
Friday, Feb 17, 2023, from 8:30am-3:30pm
This course focuses on Domains 2 and 3 of the Charlotte Danielson 2013 Framework for Teaching. This course requires participants to view teaching, record data according to the Professional Practice rubric, and craft evaluation conferences that are both constructive and supportive.
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Community Events and Educational Opportunities |
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Get Set - 2023 New Year's Goals
Ready...Set...Go
Career Advancement - Professional Development
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Active People, Healthy Illinois
The Active People Healthy IL-Greater Peoria coalition is pleased to offer a workshop session on complete streets and community design facilitated by our national built environment consultant Mark Fenton on February 1st, East Peoria City Hall.
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I've Decided Conference
Join us at our 9th Annual I’ve Decided Conference and take off to the fulfilled life you want!
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Conflict & Harmony: Toward a Global Future- 2023 History and Social Sciences Symposium
This in-person Symposium is open to Illinois Elementary, Middle and Secondary Level History-Social Sciences Educators, Community Educators, Pre-Service & Student Teachers.
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Teacher Tuesdays
with the University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit
February 7, 5 p.m. -Digital Literacy with Deanna King.
February's event features some amazing STEM activities and resources related to digital literacy with Deanna King in her STEM room, science lab, and math room.
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School Nurse Summer Institute
Created in partnership with Area IV SEL Hub, Macon-Piatt ROE #39 & supported by grants from State Farm Insurance, this year's School Nurse Summer Institute hosted by Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University is a valuable learning opportunity for school nurses and other team members from your school.
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Scholarship Available for Online M.S. in Mathematics at GCU! |
Grand Canyon University has an exciting new program available online with a one night per week, virtual classroom! Earn your master’s degree in mathematics for higher education and study analysis, algebra, mathematical modeling, technology as a practical application and adult learning theory. |
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