Rock Island County Regional Office of Education

Administrators Academy Consultant Ron Vail rvail@riroe.k12.il.us Workshop Coordinator-juliecox@riroe.k12.il.us
To Register for these classes, use the registration form of your choice. Online registration form or mail-in forms are available in the navigation buttons on the left. Be sure to mail to the correct ROE. For assistance call Julie Cox at 309-736-1111 or email her at juliecox@riroe.k12.il.us Important Links Resources for Administrators IARSS Site ECS (Educator Certification System) Admin Certificate Renewal Req and Proc Online Registration Form Illinois Principals Association IPA
Overview of Changes to Administrator Certificate Renewal Requirements July 2004 Announcements The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools Awards Program was initiated in 2000 to recognize schools and school districts that have demonstrated a strong commitment to improve children's health by promoting good indoor air quality practices. The EPA offers four awards that schools/districts can apply for - the National Great Start Award, the National Leadership Award, the National Excellence Award, and the National Model of Sustained Excellence Award. For more information about how to apply visit http://epa.gov/iaq/schools/awards.html.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACADEMY COURSES 2007-2008 School Year

#7830 Classroom Instruction that Works-The Leadership Perspective
This course draws upon the work of Marzano, Pickering, and Pollack in presenting research based strategies for increasing student achievement,with emphasis and focus on the role of the leader.
Date(s):     February 27, 2008
Times:        8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location:     ROE Moline
Presenter(s)   Dr. Don Kachur
Cost:          $120
Registration Deadline: 2/20/2008

#7813 Developing Leadership through the Study of Great Leaders
This course will help participants understand the components of effective leadership, analyze the principals used by recognized leaders, and preparation of a personal leadership plan to provide organizational change when it is appropriate.
Date(s):     March 27, 2008
Times:        8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location:     ROE Atkinson
Presenter(s)   Dr. Don Kachur
Cost:          $120
Registration Deadline: 3/20/2008

#7814 Special Education and the School Administrator
This workshop focuses on special education policies and procedures as guided by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Session time will focus on the identification and evaluation process for students with special needs. The workshop will provide research based strategies for dealing with challenging behaviors and diverse academic needs.
Date(s):     April 10, 2008
Times:        8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location:     ROE Atkinson
Presenter(s)   Dr. Don Healy
Cost:          $120
Registration Deadline: 4/3/2008

#7832 Leadership Skills to Overcome Barriers to Being Effective: Book Study "Leadership Capacity for Lasting School Improvement" by Linda Lambert ASCD Publication
This course is part A of a series. Participants will read a book and meet to discuss the relevance and application to their work. It takes about 3 hours to read the book and participant will meet for 3 hours of discussion.
Date(s):     May 1, 2008
Times:        8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:     ROE Moline
Presenter(s)   Dr. Doug Whisker
Cost:          see above
Registration Deadline: 4/24/2008

#7815 Technology to Enhance Communication for Administrators
This interactive day of learning about technology which will inspire you to find new ways to work with your colleagues and enhance the quality and quantity of learning in your organization. Participants will also view some of the latest software for efficient time management and communication.
Date(s):     May 14, 2008
Times:        8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:     ROE Atkinson
Presenter(s)   Mike Breidenstein
Cost:          $120
Registration Deadline: 5/7/2008

#8015 The Legal Basis for Student Management
This course provides an in depth explanation of school law relating to student management and gives illustrations of how the law applies to actual situations. The ROE can not take any registrations for this academy, registration is through the Illinois Principals Association only, please call 217/525-1383 to register and for further information. Cost for members is $165 and for non members is $240.
Date(s):     June 25, 2008
Times:        8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location:     Moline Holiday Inn
Presenter(s)   Brian Schwartz
Cost:          see above

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Moline, IL 61265
Voice: 309-736-1111
Fax: 309-736-1127
joe.vermeire@riroe.k12.il.us

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