Bobcat Bulletin
Nov. 27, 2023
Countdown to Winter Break Spirit Days
Important Dates
Dec. 7th-8th-: PTO sponsored Winter Market (during the school day for students)
Dec. 8th: PTO sponsored Winter Market 6:00pm-8:00pm
Dec. 21st: Winter Performance (more information to come)
Dec. 22nd: Half Day of school
Dec.25th-Jan. 8th: Winter Break- No School
Jan. 9th: School resumes
Remembering Cathy & Alison Toy Drive
Student Council sponsored Bannes Food Drive
Emergency Closing Notifications and eLearning
Emergency Closing Notifications and eLearning Plan Review
As temperatures drop and winter weather begins, we’d like to take a moment to review our Emergency Closing notification protocols and eLearning Day plan.
If emergency days are needed due to snow or extreme cold, families will receive notification via a phone/email/text message, and an alert will be posted on our District website. KSD 140 also communicates school closure information through the District’s social media accounts and the Emergency Closing Center (ECC). Detailed school closing information can be found here.
If an emergency closing day is needed, the District may elect to use an eLearning Day instead of a traditional “snow day” that has to be made up at the end of the school year. Please refer to our eLearning Day Overview to review specifics of the plan, including school hours and access to D140’s digital platforms.
Now would be a great time to ensure your contact information is up-to-date. Please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal to check your contact information and make any necessary changes.
Bannes PTO
Bannes PTO Winter Market
The Bannes PTO Winter Market Holiday Shop and Fun Fest is coming December 6th-8th! We are in need of many volunteers to help with the event. Market setup will take place in the evening on December 6th. Student shopping will take place December 7th and 8th during school. Finally, we are wrapping up the event with a FREE event on December 8th from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Volunteers are essential in helping these events run! Please see the signup link for all available volunteer opportunities! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F044FA9AF2BA7FA7-46102576-winter
Bannes Spirit Wear
Get ahead on your holiday shopping with the Bannes Holiday Sale! Featuring new designs and gifts for parents, grandparents and more! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/28843
Holiday Sale Info
- Sale Dates: November 6th - December 8th
- Savings: 20% discount sitewide
- Shipping: Free shipping over $75, $5 shipping under $75
- Delivery: All orders are guaranteed delivery by December 23rd
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.