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Kane County Regional Superintendent of Schools

Kane County Regional Superintendent of Schools acts as the chief administrator of the Regional Office of Education (ROE 11), serving as a liaison between the Illinois State Board of Education and local school districts. They provide regulatory oversight, including safety inspections, license renewal, and compliance monitoring, while supporting districts with professional development, truancy intervention, and alternative education programs. Key responsibilities include:Regulatory & Compliance: Ensuring schools meet state health, life-safety, and curriculum standards, including annual visits to public schools.Educator Support: Managing educator licensure, fingerprinting, and training for school bus drivers.Educational Services: Offering professional development for teachers and administrators.Student Services: Overseeing alternative learning programs, truancy prevention, and, in some cases, educational services within the juvenile justice system.Leadership & Advocacy: Providing leadership to school districts, acting as a resource for legal questions, and distributing information from the state board.Term Length: 4 YearFor more information, visit: https://ilcounty.org/upload/files/Regional-Supt.-Fact-Sheet.pdf

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    Jerry Cook
    (Dem)

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    John K Jonak
    (Rep)

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