We want to give a very special thank you to Danville Gardens for their generous gift through Community Give Back Days. Through their donation, we will be able to provide nearly 50 students with new pairs of shoes. Thank you so much for your support of the shoe drive and the community!
We also want to thank everyone who supported this effort — it wouldn't have been possible without you!
Congratulations to all the students who were honored at this year's Vermilion County Outstanding Student Recognition Ceremony! Way to go!
Check out Danville Gardens' main location on Monday, May 11th! From 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 20% of all purchases will be donated to the From Your Heart to Their Soles Shoe Drive. This organization provides new shoes to students in need across Vermilion County and is a wonderful asset to our community.
Thank you so much to Danville Gardens for supporting community organizations. Make sure to give them a visit on May 11th!
The Children's Dyslexia Center of Eastern Illinois will be hosting an informational session about their tutoring program and how to become a certified tutor. Join them on Wednesday, May 20th, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Danville Masonic Temple to learn more!
📚🍎Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!🍎📚
Thank you to the teachers who have touched the lives of so many. Day in and day out, you are laying the foundation of your students' futures. Your impact is immeasurable, and your role is invaluable.
“A gifted teacher is not only prepared to meet the needs of today’s child but is also prepared to foresee the hopes and dreams in every child’s future.”- Robert John Meehan
Courtney was recognized by State Representative Brandun Schweizer at the State Capitol for being a strong pillar in the community who leads and inspires others. We are so proud of Courtney and are incredibly grateful to have her on our team!
https://vermilioncountyfirst.com/2026/04/24/schweizer-invites-local-women-to-springfield-for-women-to-watch-event/
To the four incredible women who make it "A great day at the ROE!" every single day—this post is for you. You aren't just staff; you are the heart and soul of our office.
Why We’re So Blessed to Have Them:
✨ Kindness: They greet every educator, student, and visitor with a genuine smile.
🎨 Creativity: They find "outside the box" solutions to every challenge we face.
😂 Laughter: They keep the office atmosphere light, even when the workload is heavy.
💼 Professionalism: They are the backbone of our support system for Vermilion County schools.
From managing the complex logistics of the Regional Office of Education to ensuring our local schools have exactly what they need to thrive, these ladies handle it all with unmatched grace.
🏅🎉Congratulations to DACC's Tim Bunton on earning the 2025-26 NJCAA Loyalty Award! 🎉🏅
The Loyalty Award is given to an active athletic director in the NJCAA membership who has worked to uphold the ideals of the organization. Tim Bunton has dedicated over three decades of leadership to various roles in athletics at the college. His involvement has led to the development and continued success of DACC's athletic programs. Thank you, Coach Bunton, for the positive impact you have made on the college and in the lives of so many!
*Image by NJCAA
Tricia was nominated for the 2026 Remarkable Women Contest for her outstanding work within the community and was a top-four finalist. Her story will be featured tonight during the 6:00 p.m. broadcast. Tune in to learn more about this remarkable woman!
Salt Fork Spellers (left to right): Kent Davis, Anna Dean, Addisyn Coffman, Levi Bargo, Coach Terri Hoskins, Kisha Tablo
Great job to the other teams who placed in the top four!
Second Place - Bismarck-Henning Spellers (left to right): Nathaniel Gritton, Adalyn Lomax, Sienna Phelps, Jordan Schaumburg, Leah Martin, Peyton Goodner, Coach Amanda Greene
Third Place - Westville Spellers (left to right): River Acord, Emily Grider, Coach Jaedon Jerue, Carter Roberson, Emerson Fridmanski (not pictured: Emmett Johnson, Karlee Starkey)
Fourth Place - Hoopeston Area Spellers (left to right): Leland Finke, Gideon Cano, Liam Elliott, Coach Dustin Wells, Avery Scharlach, Alayna Little, Deacon McCalla
Special congratulations to Nathaniel Gritton on a perfect round!
The Illinois Coalition for Educating At-Risk Youth (ICEARY) seeks to change the trajectory of at-risk youth through advocacy, training, and education. Our team will participate in statewide networking, breakout sessions, and have the opportunity to hear from powerful keynote speakers. We look forward to seeing the impact this has on our team!
🎓💻Earn Your Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction Online!💻🎓
Eastern Illinois University offers a fully online graduate program for K-12 educators who hold a PEL. This program is designed with practicing teachers in mind, delivered in an asynchronous format.
An advantage of the program is the Reading Teacher endorsement option that can be completed simultaneously while earning the degree. For those not seeking the Reading Teacher endorsement, a standard curriculum development option is offered. This is intended for those seeking roles in curriculum and grade-level or department leadership.
The university admits for all terms and offers flexibility in pace and course load within traditional semester scheduling.
For more information and admission requirements, visit eiu.edu/curriculum or go.eiu.edu/rte.
Our office will be closed today in observance of this holiday.
We will be closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
We will be closed for the holiday and will reopen tomorrow, January 2nd. We wish you all the best in 2026!
May you have a day full of joy, warmth, and holiday cheer!
