Bobcat Bulletin
Mar. 22, 2024
Note from the Principal
Important Dates
- March 25-April 1 - Spring Break - No School
- April 2 - Registration for the 2024-25 School Year opens online
- April 5 - End of Third Quarter
- April 8-19 - IAR Testing in Reading & Math 3rd-5th grade
- April 10 - No School
- April 12 - Report cards released via Infinite Campus at 3:00 pm
- April 17- PTO Meeting 7:00 pm
- April 18 - Board of Education Meeting - 7:00 pm @ Administration Building
- April 24 - Beginning Band Spring Concert - 7:30 pm @ Grissom Middle School
- April 30 - Registration Fee Discount Deadline - Families who register their students and pay their fees or set up a payment plan through the Business Office (708-342-5513) by Tuesday, April 30, 2024, will receive an early registration discount.
Online Registration Opens Tuesday, April 2 in Infinite Campus
Early Childhood/Preschool (EC/P), Kindergarten, and returning student registration for the 2024-25 school year opens online on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Families who register their students and pay their fees or set up a payment plan through the Business Office (708-342-5513) by Tuesday, April 30, 2024, will receive an early registration discount.
Please visit ksd140.org/registration for detailed information, including fees, health forms, busing, residency verification, and step-by-step directions for registering your student.
Bobcats of the Week
Congratulations to our Bobcats of the Week! We are so proud of you.
Week of Feb. 12-16
Week of Feb. 19-23
Week of Feb. 26- Mar. 1
Week of Mar. 4 -8
Week of Mar. 11-15
Week of Mar. 18-21
Morning Announcers
Valentine's Day 2024
Thank you to our Valentine’s Day Party volunteers for a fun-filled afternoon for our Bobcats!
Glow Dance 2024
Bannes Families had a blast at our Glow Dance!! Thank you so much to our Bannes PTO for sponsoring this event and making it so much fun! Thank you to our parent and Andrew volunteers for helping out.
Kindergarten Dads' Night
Thank you to our Kindergarten teachers for making this such a special night for our Kindergartners.
PBIS Assembly
Bobcats had a blast at our PBIS assembly. Keep up the great behavior!
News from the PTO
Bannes Spirit Wer Sale
The Bannes Spring Spirit Wear Sale is underway! Choose from hundreds of designs and garments that are delivered to your home in days! You'll save 25% off the entire site! New product lines include Nike and Adidas!
- Sale Dates: March 12th - March 26th
- 25% off all merchandise
- Free shipping on orders over $60
- $5 shipping on orders under $60
- No code is needed!
Shop at https://1stplace.sale/28843.
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.