Upcoming Professional Development Workshops
Please come to all in-person PD events with your IEIN number. You will need this information for your sign in sheet. If you do not know your IEIN, you can get it by clicking on this link. https://sec3.isbe.net/IWASNET/login.aspx.Â
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Short-Term Substitute Training
The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour trainings required for short-term substitute teacher certification.Â
Prospective substitute teachers must have an Associate’s degree OR have completed 60 or more semester hours of college coursework.
You must complete this training and then you are ready to apply. You will be able to substitute in all grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.
Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. The chart below shows the training dates and times.
Registration closes on January 16, 2026.
Brain Series: Regulation for Safety and Calm
Brain Series: Regulation for Safety and Calm
In this first session of the Brain Series, participants will explore how understanding brain science can transform the way we approach behavior, stress, and connection. Using Dr. Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential Model, we’ll examine how the brain organizes from the bottom up and why regulation must come before reasoning.
Through interactive discussion and practical strategies, participants will:
- Understand how stress and trauma impact brain functioning.
- Learn how to recognize signs of dysregulation in self and others.
- Explore ways to promote felt safety through co-regulation and predictable routines.
- Begin building a shared language for supporting calm and connection in learning environments.
This session lays the foundation for using brain-based approaches to move from chaos to calm—helping every learner (and adult) feel safe, connected, and ready to learn.
Recommended Pre-Read: What Happened to You?
Note: Each of the three sessions in this series requires individual registration on the website.
Attendance at all three sessions is highly recommended but not mandatory for participation.
Seat paid for by the Area 3 SEL Hub Grant
Registration will close on January 21, 26.
Social Emotional Collaborative (Quincy)
Come together monthly to network, share, and discuss current Social Emotional Learning and Trauma Invested research, strategies, and resources.
Explore Maia Szalavitz and Dr. Bruce Perry’s book Born for Love which offers a comprehensive exploration of how empathy develops, why it is essential both to human happiness and for functional society, and how it is threatened by the modern world.
One central topic, activity, and sharing/networking time per meeting. Topics may include: Regulation, Brain Science, Staff Wellness/Adult SEL, Classroom Strategies, Relationship Building, Equity.
This opportunity will be available in person at ROE 1 Quincy (preferred) or by zoom link.
The First 10 Minutes: Elevating Your Math Instruction
Unlock the power of the crucial first 10 minutes of your math class! This virtual presentation offers practical strategies to transform the start of your lessons into a dynamic learning experience.
We’ll explore how to efficiently address core standards (not typically reached), foster rich mathematical discussion, cultivate critical thinking skills, and incorporate simple writing activities, all within the initial 10 minutes. Join us to elevate your math instruction and set a powerful tone for every class!
Registration closes on February 3, 2026, or when the participant cap is reached.
Brain Series: Building Connections through the Emotional Brain
Brain Series: Building Connections through the Emotional Brain
Our words have power — they can either calm or ignite the emotional centers of the brain. In this interactive session, we’ll explore how communication shapes connection through the limbic system, especially the amygdala, which interprets tone, safety, and emotion long before logic steps in.
Participants will learn how to use nonjudgmental, regulating language that helps students and colleagues feel seen, heard, and safe — even in moments of stress or conflict. Through real examples and guided reflection, we’ll practice shifting from reactive to responsive communication that supports emotional regulation and trust. Session 2/3
Recommended Pre-Read: What Happened to You?
Note: Each of the three sessions in this series requires individual registration on the website.
Attendance at all three sessions is highly recommended but not mandatory for participation.
Seat paid for by the Area 3 SEL Hub Grant
Registration will close on February 4, 26.
Beyond the Plan: The 7 Components Powering Literacy Success – VOCABULARY
This 7-part series will explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and instruction that supports its 7 essential components.Â
This session will focus on vocabulary instruction. You will learn ways to boost your students’ vocabulary with engaging and research-based instructional approaches.Â
Please note that when you sign up, you will receive an email that includes a link to a form. Please fill that form out ASAP. The presenter will use your input to plan the session.Â
Registration closes on February 17, 2026, or when the participant cap is reached.
Social Emotional Collaborative (Quincy)
Come together monthly to network, share, and discuss current Social Emotional Learning and Trauma Invested research, strategies, and resources.
Explore Maia Szalavitz and Dr. Bruce Perry’s book Born for Love which offers a comprehensive exploration of how empathy develops, why it is essential both to human happiness and for functional society, and how it is threatened by the modern world.
One central topic, activity, and sharing/networking time per meeting. Topics may include: Regulation, Brain Science, Staff Wellness/Adult SEL, Classroom Strategies, Relationship Building, Equity.
This opportunity will be available in person at ROE 1 Quincy (preferred) or by zoom link.
Brain Series: De Escalation with the 3 Rs
Brain Series: De Escalation with the 3 Rs
In this session, we dive into the Neurosequential Model of Education to explore practical strategies for de-escalating challenging moments. Using the framework of the 3 Rs — Regulate, Relate, Reason — participants will learn how to move from reactive responses to thoughtful, brain-informed interventions.
You will discover how to:
- Regulate the brainstem and body to create a sense of safety.
- Relate through connection with the limbic system, building trust and emotional attunement.
- Reason with the prefrontal cortex once regulation and connection are in place.
This session is highly interactive, providing real-world strategies to respond to stress, conflict, and dysregulation in ways that support learning, relationships, and overall brain health.
Session 3/3
Recommended Pre-Read: What Happened to You?
Note: Each of the three sessions in this series requires individual registration on the website.
Attendance at all three sessions is highly recommended but not mandatory for participation.
Seat paid for by the Area 3 SEL Hub Grant
Registration will close on February 25, 26.
Short-Term Substitute Training
The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour trainings required for short-term substitute teacher certification.Â
Prospective substitute teachers must have an Associate’s degree OR have completed 60 or more semester hours of college coursework.
You must complete this training and then you are ready to apply. You will be able to substitute in all grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.
Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. The chart below shows the training dates and times.
Registration closes on March 2, 2026.
Beyond the Plan: The 7 Components Powering Literacy Success – COMPREHENSION
This 7-part series will explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and instruction that supports its 7 essential components.Â
This session will focus on comprehension instruction. You will discover tools to support meaning across texts and genres to empower your students and you!
Please note that when you sign up, you will receive an email that includes a link to a form. Please fill that form out ASAP. The presenter will use your input to plan the session.Â
Registration closes on March 10, 2026, or when the participant cap is reached.Â
Social Emotional Collaborative (Quincy)
Come together monthly to network, share, and discuss current Social Emotional Learning and Trauma Invested research, strategies, and resources.
Explore Maia Szalavitz and Dr. Bruce Perry’s book Born for Love which offers a comprehensive exploration of how empathy develops, why it is essential both to human happiness and for functional society, and how it is threatened by the modern world.
One central topic, activity, and sharing/networking time per meeting. Topics may include: Regulation, Brain Science, Staff Wellness/Adult SEL, Classroom Strategies, Relationship Building, Equity.
This opportunity will be available in person at ROE 1 Quincy (preferred) or by zoom link.
Beyond Numbers: The Power of Math Language Routines
In this session, we’ll explore research-based Math Language Routines (MLRs) that provide students with repeated, supported opportunities to process, discuss, and make sense of math concepts. These routines are designed to promote clarity, precision, and engagement to empower students of all levels to express their mathematical thinking and deepen their understanding.
Whether you’re new to MLRs or looking to refine your current practice, this session will provide ideas you can implement right away to transform discourse in your classroom.
Registration closes on March 24, 2026, or when the participant cap is reached.Â
Short-Term Substitute Training
The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour trainings required for short-term substitute teacher certification.Â
Prospective substitute teachers must have an Associate’s degree OR have completed 60 or more semester hours of college coursework.
You must complete this training and then you are ready to apply. You will be able to substitute in all grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.
Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. The chart below shows the training dates and times.
Registration closes on April 7, 2026.
Beyond the Plan: The 7 Components Powering Literacy Success – WRITING
This 7-part series will explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and instruction that supports its 7 essential components.Â
This session will focus on writing instruction. You will learn ways to help your students be confident writers and how to support their writing across the curriculum.Â
Please note that when you sign up, you will receive an email that includes a link to a form. Please fill that form out ASAP. The presenter will use your input to plan the session.Â
Registration closes on April 7, 2026, or when the participant cap is reached.
Social Emotional Collaborative (Quincy)
Come together monthly to network, share, and discuss current Social Emotional Learning and Trauma Invested research, strategies, and resources.
Explore Maia Szalavitz and Dr. Bruce Perry’s book Born for Love which offers a comprehensive exploration of how empathy develops, why it is essential both to human happiness and for functional society, and how it is threatened by the modern world.
One central topic, activity, and sharing/networking time per meeting. Topics may include: Regulation, Brain Science, Staff Wellness/Adult SEL, Classroom Strategies, Relationship Building, Equity.
This opportunity will be available in person at ROE 1 Quincy (preferred) or by zoom link.
Short-Term Substitute Training
The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour trainings required for short-term substitute teacher certification.Â
Prospective substitute teachers must have an Associate’s degree OR have completed 60 or more semester hours of college coursework.
You must complete this training and then you are ready to apply. You will be able to substitute in all grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.
Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. The chart below shows the training dates and times.
Registration closes on May 12, 2026.Â
Short-Term Substitute Training
The Regional Office of Education is offering FREE three-hour trainings required for short-term substitute teacher certification.Â
Prospective substitute teachers must have an Associate’s degree OR have completed 60 or more semester hours of college coursework.
You must complete this training and then you are ready to apply. You will be able to substitute in all grades of public schools, pre-kindergarten through grade 12. A short-term substitute license is valid until June 30, 2028.
Although not required for regular substitute teachers, the training is also open and available to those educators as well. The chart below shows the training dates and times.
Registration closes on July 17, 2026.
ROE #1 Worskhop Payment Information
All workshop payments must be made electronically in advance via credit/debit card or school purchase order.Â
ROE #1 Workshop Cancellation Policy
No refunds will be provided for workshops.Â
ROE #1 reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to low registration enrollment, presenter cancellation, and/or other unforeseen circumstances. All fees will be returned if a workshop is cancelled.Â
