Silvia Rogel, Author at Illinois Resource Center (IRC

A year ago, Covid-19 changed our lives.
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A year ago, Covid-19 changed our lives.

Silvia Rogel2021-04-21T09:56:39-05:00

A year ago, Covid-19 changed our lives. Just about everything was done remotely from home. It was surreal. Remote teaching and learning has not been kind to many students, parents, and of course, teachers and administrators. The field of education, from early childhood to adult education, was hit hard by the pandemic, and it was transformed by it, too. In fact, many aspects of our lives have been transformed by it, whether we want to admit it or not. Forbes reports that as of late 2020, 70% of US workers did their jobs from home, potentially putting in place the permanent [...]

A year ago, Covid-19 changed our lives.Silvia Rogel2021-04-21T09:56:39-05:00

In Memoriam – Zoila Garcia

Silvia Rogel2020-06-10T13:11:29-05:00

The Illinois Resource Center is saddened to hear of the passing of long-time IRC supporter, Zoila Garcia. Our deepest sympathies go out to her family. Zoila Garcia, a passionate proponent of dual education, passed away June 7, 2020. Ms. Garcia had been principal at Whittier Elementary School in Chicago and, previous to that assignment, had been a long time educator at Inter-American Magnet School. In those roles, she touched the lives of countless students and families, particularly honoring their languages and cultures. Zoila will be sorely missed. Donations in memory of Zoila Garcia can be made through PayPal/credit card or via check payable [...]

In Memoriam – Zoila GarciaSilvia Rogel2020-06-10T13:11:29-05:00

NEWSCAST Feb 2020

Silvia Rogel2020-02-13T12:41:00-06:00

The latest commentary from your most trusted professional learning organization By S. Rogel Annual Statewide ESSA Conference The annual ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act) was held in Chicago on February 10 - 12, 2020 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Hotel. This year's conference theme, "The Equity Imperative," reflected the importance of promoting practices that improve student academic outcomes for communities across the state. We worked hard to bring you exceptional speakers including State Superintendent Carmen Ayala and Chief Executive Officer for CPS Janice Jackson (Monday). Jason Leahy, Executive Director of the IL Principals Association, and Chip Donohue, Founding Director [...]

NEWSCAST Feb 2020Silvia Rogel2020-02-13T12:41:00-06:00

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A year ago, Covid-19 changed our lives.

In Memoriam – Zoila Garcia

NEWSCAST Feb 2020