The Regional Office of Education (ROE) #3 has earned national recognition from the National Alternative Education Association (NAEA) for its exemplary practices in alternative education. The acknowledgment reflects ROE #3's three-year collaboration with the NAEA to implement innovative strategies aimed at supporting students who struggle in traditional school environments.

The NAEA’s best practices, based on research and educator insights, are designed to help students facing academic, behavioral, or emotional challenges, as well as those at risk of suspension, expulsion, or dropping out. Alternative education programs focus on non-traditional teaching methods and individualized instruction to help these students succeed.

ROE #3 aligned its programs with the NAEA’s fifteen exemplary practices, which emphasize personalized learning, safe environments, and innovative teaching strategies to engage students. "This recognition is a testament to our commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the obstacles they may face," said Julie Wollerman, Regional Superintendent of ROE #3.

The NAEA's recognition highlights ROE #3’s success in creating meaningful student-teacher relationships and implementing academic programs tailored to individual student needs. ROE #3 serves Fayette, Effingham, Montgomery, Bond, and Christian counties, providing equitable and flexible education options for students needing alternative pathways to growth and achievement.

For more information, contact Julie Wollerman, Regional Superintendent, Regional Office of Education #3 at 618-283-5011 or jwollerman@roe3.org.