About Us

Dedicated to Educational Excellence Across Grundy and Kendall Counties

The Grundy/Kendall Regional Office of Education (ROE24) is committed to supporting schools, educators, and communities with essential services, professional development, and compliance oversight. We believe that strong support leads to strong schools — and strong schools lead to a stronger future.

From licensing teachers to ensuring safe learning environments, ROE24 provides leadership, resources, and expertise to enhance educational opportunities for all.

Engaging education community at Grundy/Kendall Regional Office of Education.

Our Legacy, Your Future

The Grundy/Kendall Regional Office of Education (ROE24) has been a cornerstone of educational support and advocacy for generations. We exist not only as a resource but as a committed partner to schools, educators, students, and families across Grundy and Kendall counties.

Our roots run deep in the community, supporting more than a dozen school districts, hundreds of educators, and thousands of students through a wide range of programs and services. From teacher licensure and certification to truancy prevention, special education oversight, and community outreach, ROE24 plays a critical role in ensuring every student has access to a safe, quality, and equitable education.

Core Values

Service

Leadership

Integrity

Innovation

Collaboration

Mission

To serve as an innovative partner in improving student achievement, supporting educator growth, and promoting safe, effective school environments throughout our region.

Educational Services

We offer training, resources, and support for educators across the region.

Community Engagement

Connecting schools and families to foster a collaborative learning environment.

Inclusive education and school services in Grundy County, Illinois.

Upcoming Workshops 2025

ONLINE Short Term Substitute Teacher Training

$45.00 Registration Closed

📅 10/01/2026 🕐 5:30 PM 👤 Diane Cepela ⚠️ Registration Closed

This is the approved training program for those interested in obtaining the new Short Term Substitute License available to candidates that hold an Associate's degree or 60 semester hours of coursework with the following stipulations: *Valid for sub teaching in all grades of the public schools (PreK-12) *Valid until June 30, 2023 and may not be renewed *Cert. is reciprocal for Will, Grundy, Kendall Counties.

25 spots available View Details

Online AA #1452 Teacher Evaluator Skill Building for Previously Qualified Teacher Evaluators: Designing Data Driven Professional Development Based on Summative Evaluation

$200.00 30 spots available

📅 10/14/2026 🕐 8:30 AM 👤 Pete M. Sullivan 📅 5 days left

-collaborate with faculty to align professional development with targeted school improvement goals; -establish a comprehensive implementation plan for all levels of professional development.

30 spots available View Details

Complimentary: Build Your AI Literacy Muscles: Know When to Use It, Skip It, and Integrate It.

Free 33 spots available

📅 10/15/2026 🕐 8:30 AM 👤 Patricia Ferris-TLC

Just like any new skill, using artificial intelligence effectively takes active practice. Build your muscle memory to know how to use AI, when to use AI and how to spot AI limitations and biases.

33 spots available View Details

Foundational Reading for Older Students, grades 4-8.

$50.00 25 spots available

📅 10/15/2026 🕐 12:30 PM 👤 Sheryl Leturgey

This session focuses on what works for students in grades 4 through 8: sorting quickly between a decoding need and a comprehension need, using assessments you already have to find the pattern, and teaching multisyllabic words and morphology, which pay off in both word reading and vocabulary.

25 spots available View Details

Seizure Recognition and First Aid For Educators

Free 10 spots available

📅 10/20/2026 🕐 9:30 AM 👤 Erika Fleck

Seizure Recognition and First Aid for Educators

10 spots available View Details

Math Numeracy Plan: Session 1

$50.00 19 spots available

📅 10/20/2026 🕐 8:30 AM 👤 Rachel Sibley

Overview of the Numeracy Framework and its implications for MTSS, equitable for various student groups, and connection to high-quality instructional materials.

19 spots available View Details

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ROE 24?

ROE 24 is the Grundy/Kendall Regional Office of Education serving schools, educators, students, and families throughout Grundy and Kendall Counties in Illinois. Their mission is to support educational excellence through leadership, resources, training, and community partnerships.

What counties does ROE 24 serve?

ROE 24 serves both Grundy County and Kendall County school districts, educators, and communities.

What is the mission of ROE 24?

ROE 24’s mission is to improve student achievement, support educator growth, and promote safe and effective learning environments throughout the region.

What kinds of programs and services does ROE 24 offer?

ROE 24 provides educator licensure support, professional development workshops, GED testing, bus driver training, truancy services, youth employment programs, school compliance oversight, and community outreach initiatives.

Does ROE 24 offer professional development for educators?

Yes! ROE 24 regularly hosts workshops, training sessions, evaluations, and continuing education opportunities for teachers, administrators, and school staff.

How does ROE 24 support local schools and communities?

ROE 24 works closely with schools and families to provide educational resources, ensure compliance with state requirements, support educator growth, and create stronger learning environments for students across the region.