ROE #47 Back-to-School Guide: Tips, Tools & Support for Parents

Season 2, Episode 81

In this episode of Along the Rock, host Kaitlyn Blum talks with Chris Tennyson and Josh Knuth from Regional Office of Education #47 about the wide-ranging support available for families, students, and educators as the new school year begins.

From early childhood services and teen mental health initiatives to alternative education options and career-readiness programs, ROE #47 is doing more than preparing classrooms — they’re building stronger communities across Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, or community leader, this conversation offers essential insight into how education is evolving to meet today’s challenges.

🎤 Timestamps & Highlights:

0:33 - New Programs this Year
1:22 - O.W.L. Resources
1:54 - Virtual Parent Universities
4:30 - Overview of the RSVP Program; Alternative Schooling Program
7:33 - The Lasting Impact of The Pandemic
8:18 - Overview of the NEXUS Program
10:33 - Upcoming Events

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