Patriot Pulse
July 14th, 2023 Edition
Hello Grissom Families,
We hope you are enjoying a terrific summer, sunny days, and quality time with your loved ones.
We want to take a brief moment to connect and share some pertinent information for the upcoming school year. See below for information about registration, our upcoming Student/Parent Walkthrough, school supply lists, and more.
With gratitude,
Mr. Michael Rumbaugh
Principal
Student/Parent Walkthrough
Wednesday, August 9th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The walkthrough provides an opportunity to purchase locks, gym suits, spirit wear, pick up pre-ordered school supply kits, etc. Parents and students may also walk through the building to familiarize themselves with the location of classes and lockers. Please note that students will not be allowed to enter the building unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you have any questions regarding the walkthrough, please contact the Grissom office at 708-429-3030.
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
Student registration for the 2023-24 school year is open.
If you have yet to do so, please register your students for the upcoming year as soon as possible.
Visit ksd140.org/registration for detailed information, including fees, health forms, busing, residency verification, and step-by-step directions for registering your student.
School Supply Lists
See the graphic below to view the school supply list for each grade level
for the '23-'24 school year.
Sign up for ParentSquare!
KSD 140 is using ParentSquare for email, text, and voice messaging! District and principal communications will be sent via ParentSquare.
This unified communications platform is designed to keep parents and guardians informed and encourages greater engagement and connection with D140. It provides an efficient way for District administrators and school principals to:
- Send District and school information via email, text, and app notification
- Share pictures, files, and calendar items
- Send attendance notifications
- and much more . . . all in one centralized place!
In addition to several enhanced messaging features, this platform allows us to communicate in multiple languages. Language settings were aligned to registration information provided by parents/guardians. If you wish to change the language of the notifications you are receiving from District 140, please contact your school office or fill out the form located at ksd140.org/contact-us
For even greater convenience, download the ParentSquare app (available for free for iOS and Android devices). This app centralizes District and school communications pertaining to your student(s) and allows parents/guardians to customize their notification settings.
Social Emotional Wellness
Social Emotional Wellness
We are here for you and your family, and we have resources to help. Please don't hesitate to reach out to your social/emotional leaders of Grissom:
School Social Worker
Molly Fahy
708.342.9563
School Counselor
Joy Labudzik
708.342.9561
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 HOME 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 9AM-5PM
NAMI Chicago local resources & referral helpline: 312-563-0445
Compassionate support & personalized referrals M-F 9AM-5PM, 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 respond to the situation. A Critical Incident Team officer is
trained in handling psychiatric emergencies.
Keep in Touch!
#KirbyONE40
Respectfully,
Mr. Michael Rumbaugh - Principal
Mrs. Julie Simpson - Assistant Principal
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Virgil I. Grissom Middle School
Principal Michael Rumbaugh- mirumbaugh@ksd140.org
Website: ksd140.org/grissom
Location: 17000 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL, 60477
Phone: 708-429-3030