Projects coordinated by RIROE:

Student Art Appreciation - RIROE promotes the importance of the Arts throughout the year by offering its gallery and glass showcase for displaying Rock Island County students/ artwork. An Open House event is also held to provide family and friends the opportunity to view the artwork, give special recognition of the students' talents, and inspire them towards an increased appreciation of their artistic endeavors.

Developmental Education - Educators today are faced with the challenging task of helping students acquire new skills and knowledge while also developing decision making and problem solving abilities which enable them to be increasingly independent, responsible and prepared for career decisions.

To help students grow more independent and responsible, the developmental guidance philosophy and model were created. The Developmental Guidance Model is a program that is proactive and preventive. It includes a life skills curriculum aimed at helping students develop skills in decision making, coping, setting goals, maintaining satisfying relationships and assuming personal responsibility for their lives. Its goal is to enable all students to realize their full potential in their chosen careers. Learn more about Development Education !

Lights on for Learning - The Rock Island County Regional Office of Education (RIROE) in partnership with Rock Island School Districts received federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant funds for establishing Community Learning Centers (CLC) in thirteen school building sites. Each CLC works in partnership with community-based organizations to offer academic enrichment, recreational and cultural opportunities in safe, drug-free facilities for youth, their families and community members at times other than regular school hours, i.e., before- and after-school, summer programs, or during intersession periods. Learn more by visiting Lights on for Learning Website !

Partnering with Parents - The Partnering with Parents Project is an Early Childhood Program funded by a grant from the Illinois State Board of Education through the Rock Island County Regional Office of Education. The Project is supported by a diverse group of community organizations and service providers. The vision of the Partnering with Parents Project is to ensure that enrolled children and their families receive appropriate services to ensure improved readiness for school. Learn more by visiting the Partnering with Parents Website !