Champaign-Ford Regional Office of Education #9

09/14/2026

Beyond the Words: A Parent Network for Navigating Reading Challenges Together📚

Join us this Thursday, September 17, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at Martinelli’s Market Bakery & Deli for an evening designed for parents navigating reading challenges and language-based learning differences.

✨Connect with other parents, share experiences, explore resources, and learn practical strategies to support your child at home and school. Together, we’ll build confidence, community, and a stronger understanding of how to advocate for our student(s). 🤝

Come connect, learn, share experiences, and build community. 💙

☕ Bonus: Your first drink is provided at no cost!

RSVP at (217) 893-4921 or [email protected]

08/25/2026

🌟 Year-Long Virtual Mentoring | 2026–2027 | IESE Network

Explore high-leverage practices, connect with fellow educators, and gain practical strategies to support students with disabilities and thrive in your role!

📅 September 2026–April 2027
💻 Online via Zoom | 4:00–5:00 p.m.
🎓 1.0 PDH per session

Learn. Connect. Reflect. Grow.
👉 Register at www.iesenetwork.org

08/20/2026

Youth Mental Health First Aid 💚

Join ROE 9 for an in-person Youth Mental Health First Aid training & certification on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Participants will earn a 3-year certification and 8 PD credit hours.

📍 ROE 9 Learning Center
🎟️ Space is limited to 25 participants
🍽️ Working lunch and refreshments provided for a $15 fee

Designed for administrators, teachers, school staff, and coaches who work with youth ages 12–18.

Register today and add another valuable tool to your student-support toolbox!

📞 Questions? Contact ROE 9 at (217) 893-3219 and ask for Jeri Callaway.

08/18/2026

Join this virtual learning session for practical, brain-based strategies you can use right away! 🧠

🧠 When behavior feels bigger than the strategies you've always used, it's time for a new approach.

Join us for Understanding the Neurosequential Model in Education and discover practical, brain-based strategies to help students regulate, relate, and respond. Creating more opportunities for meaningful learning.

Learn how to better understand student behavior and leave with tools you can use right away!

Register today!

08/18/2026

Say hello to your keynote speakers! 🎤

Day 1: Gerry Brooks will kick things off with the humor and heart he’s known for from over 25 years in education, encouraging attendees to lead with positive climate and culture.

Day 2: Kim Strobel will start our second day with an energizing look at happiness, well-being, and reclaiming your “why” as an educator.

You won’t want to miss either one!
🗓️ December 7th & 8th
📍 Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
🎟️ One day $260 | Two days $415
✨ Early bird discount available for a limited time: use code EARLYBIRD!
➡️ Register: https://rsac2026.sched.com/

IARSS Illinois

08/17/2026

Teacher of the Week: Cheryl Morton, Special Education, Champaign Central

During her 15 years of teaching special education and 11 years at Champaign Central High School, Ch...

08/13/2026

📚 2026–2027 IESE Network Learning Series

Add to your educator toolbox with these online learning series offered by The Illinois Elevating Special Educators (IESE) Network! Whether you're looking to sharpen your IEP skills, strengthen academic instruction, better support student behavior, or create more inclusive learning environments, there's a series for you!

💻 All sessions are held online via Zoom
⏰ 4:00–5:15 p.m.
🎓 1.25 PD Hours per session

📝 IEP – Build skills for developing meaningful, student-centered IEPs, from Present Levels and SMART goals to accommodations, progress monitoring, transition planning, and compliance.

📖 Literacy – Explore evidence-based strategies to strengthen reading, writing, vocabulary, comprehension, and literacy instruction for elementary and secondary learners.

➗ Math Strategies – Dive into evidence-based mathematics instruction, assessment, conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and strategies designed to support all learners.

⭐ Behavior – Better understand behavior, collect meaningful data, use function-based interventions, manage challenging situations, and strengthen your impact as an educator.

🌈 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) – Learn how to proactively reduce barriers, increase engagement, and design learning experiences that provide access for all students.

📲 Explore the full series, session topics, and registration information at www.iesenetwork.org.

08/03/2026

➕ Math Mastery is BACK and it starts in ONE MONTH!

After incredible feedback from educators this year, our year-long Math Mastery series is returning—bigger and better! 🎉

Build your confidence, strengthen your math instruction, and walk away with practical strategies you can use right away.

📊 Hands-on learning
🤝 Collaborative support
🚀 Real impact for your students

Spots are limited—don’t miss your chance to be part of it!

08/03/2026

The Area IV SEL Hub has one more summer professional learning opportunity coming up this week. Join teachers from across the area and presenter Mike Paget in exploring effective strategies for supporting all neuro-diverse students.

Register here! - https://bit.ly/4vFS5cT

Every student learns differently. Discover practical strategies to better support neurodiverse students and create a classroom where every learner can thrive. 💙

See the flyer below for dates and additional details!

Register here! - https://bit.ly/4vFS5cT