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Hesed House

The Kane County Regional Office of Education recently helped facilitate the implementation of a new internet service at Hesed House in Aurora, IL.

In light of the educational disparities caused by COVID-19, the Illinois State Board of Education obtained federal funds to create the Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ESSER) grant. The ROE used part of this grant to do a needs assessment of all the areas of the region and received input from our staff doing community outreach. We found that Hesed House was in need of network help. The ROE provided guidance and consulting in the selection of service and logistics.

Through grants from Online Aurora and Aurora-based company Scientel Solutions, the ROE helped to facilitate discussion and coordinate the execution of new high-speed internet in the facility to ensure the students residing in this facility are still able to access education....
ROE Photo Contest Weeks 6 & 7

We are now in the second half of the photo contest! The last two weeks saw great submissions.

For week six, the theme was 'Food.' To check out the top 10 from the 6th week, visit here.

For week seven, the theme was 'Black and White.' To check out the top 10 from the 7th week, visit here.

Haven't signed your high school photography class up to participate yet? Email Molly McQueeny to get your class set up.
Celebrating Veterans Day with English Instructor Tony Crosetti

Happy Veteran's Days! This year, we are able to celebrate one of our own staff, Tony Crosetti.

Tony recently joined our staff as the English Instructor at the Juvenile Justice Center. Prior to coming to the ROE, he was earning his bachelor’s degree in English education, coached baseball, and was a stay-at-home parent.

Tony spent four years as a machinist mast in the Navy where he worked in and out of the engine room helping to ensure smooth operations.

We want to thank Tony and all other Veterans today for your years of service, and for your courage to step up for our country.

If you know a Veteran and want to thank them for their service, here are 8 ways to show appreciation on Veteran's Day.
VESi Courses

With winter approaching, many people are spending more time indoors and in their house.

If you're looking to take advantage of this time and be productive, VESi courses offer at-your-own pace options for learning.

Once in a course, you have 60 days to complete it. Courses can be counted for both PD credit and Grad School Credit. To take a look at the options, visit here.

Have questions? Reach out to Katie Algrim, Director of Innovative Professional Learning, to get any and all of your questions answered.
Substitute Teaching

Do you have extra time on your hands and are looking to make a difference? This is the year to be a sub!

How to become a Substitute Teacher:

Step 1: Create an account in the Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS). Please follow the instructions on our website

Step 2:  Send us your official transcripts showing your degree to transcripts@kaneroe.org

Step 3: Apply for the license. The cost for the license is $50.00 plus a processing fee.

Step 4: Register your license when the status shows “Issued”.

For more information on becoming a substitute teacher, visit here.
The Progress Report: Giving Thanks in 2020

In this week's post of The Progress Report, Molly McQueeny discusses how to reflect back on the year during Thanksgiving time while acknowledging the hardships faced throughout 2020.

The Progress Report is a collaborative discussion space for professional learning. If there are any topics that you would like to see a post on or guest write yourself, please contact Katie Algrim.

Where Can I Find Information Regarding COVID-19 In Illinois?
ISBE is working in partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to ensure we are providing the most current resources and guidance to support Illinois education communities regarding the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak.

The Illinois Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline and email address provides consistent information, answer questions, share facts about symptoms, and provides up-to-date information from the CDC. Call 1-800-889-3931 anytime or email dph.sick@illinois.gov

News and information updates from all around Kane County.
Catch Up On Branching Out
"Branching Out" is our new weekly YouTube series with quick videos designed to help educators branch out of their comfort zone and integrate new ideas and technology into their classroom.

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

Upcoming & Ongoing Workshops
AA# 3670 - Leading with Collective Efficacy: How to Empower Your Schools to Thrive

November 16th, 2020
$175
AA#1805: The Evolution of Education - Shifting From Traditional Classrooms to Personalized Learning

December 14th, 2020
$175
Using the 5Es Instructional Model to Create a Student-Centered Lesson in a Remote, Hybrid, and In-Person Setting 6-12

January 21st, 2021
$50
AA#1874: Equity and Racial Literacy for School Leaders and Staff to Maximize Student Learning

January 27th, 2021
$175
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