Bobcat Bulletin
August 27, 2021
Principal's Note
Our arrival/dismissal gets smoother every day. Parents, please remember to stay inside your car when dropping off or picking up. Thank you for your continued support and have a fantastic weekend!
Upcoming Dates
Aug. 30th - Sept. 3rd: MAP Testing
Aug. 31st: Hot Lunch orders for the first half of the year are due (we only take orders twice a year)
Sept. 6th: No School (Labor Day)MAP Testing
Attention Car Riders
5th Grade Beginning Band
Dear 5th Graders and Parents,
You have the opportunity this year to join the District 140 Band Program. Beginning the week of August 30, students will meet with the band directors at Bannes during the school day to learn more about the various band instruments. Please view the attached video to see and hear the instruments that were presented today.
Instrument Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONLUDgbI32s
~Mr. Hodges, Mr. Szczasny, & Ms. Schubbe
District 140 Band Directors
Bannes Parent/Student Handbook
Social Emotional Wellness
Times may be uncertain, but rest assured, we are here for you and your family. As we forge ahead together, please know we have resources to help. Do not hesitate to reach out to your Social/Emotional leaders at Bannes:
School Counselor
Rachel Jesiolowski
School Social Worker
Jacqueline Carruth
Crisis & Support Hotlines:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
24/7 free & confidential support & crisis resources
Crisis Textline: text CONNECT to 741741
24/7 text message support for those in crisis.
Between Friends: 1-800-603-HELP (1-800-603-4357)
24/7 domestic violence crisis line
Call 4 Calm: Text “TALK” or “HABLAR” to 552-020
Free Emotional Support Text Line
Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline: 1-888-293-2080
24/7 Chicago rape hotline for survivors of sexual violence & their significant others
Illinois Warm Line: 1-866-359-7953
Peer & Family mental health support by phone, weekdays M-F 9 AM-5 PM
NAMI Chicago local resources & referral helpline: 312-563-0445
Compassionate support & personalized referrals M-F 9 AM-5 PM, Sat 9-1
If you or someone you love is experiencing an immediate, life-threatening mental health crisis, call 911, clearly state that the individual is experiencing a mental health emergency, and ask that a Critical Incident Team officer responds to the situation. A Critical Incident Team officer is trained in handling psychiatric emergencies.