McAuliffe Messenger
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Happy New Year and Welcome Back!
I want to begin by thanking our students, families, and staff for their partnership and flexibility during the first semester. It has truly been a team effort, and I look forward to working with you throughout the remainder of the school year.
Please note that changes to Third Quarter Learning Options are due by Friday, January 8. If you would like to change your student’s Third Quarter Learning Option, please email me as soon as possible. The sooner the school office knows, the sooner we can schedule your child into their new classroom and assign their teacher. If you are not making a change, you do not need to contact the school.
The third quarter begins on Monday, January 25. All changes must be received by Friday, January 8.
Please see our learning option summary below and feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Dr. Szczasny
Picture Retake Day
If you were unhappy with your child's original photo, please send the photo package back to school for a retake. If your child has not yet had a school photo taken, this will be the last opportunity to do so.
HYBRID STUDENTS: Will have retakes during their in-person school session
REMOTE STUDENTS: Will have retakes from 10:30-12:00 by appointment only. Please call the school office at 708 429-4565 to schedule a time.
YEARBOOK INFORMATION
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 McAuliffe::
School Counselor
Cassidy Campbell
School Social Worker
Jennifer Brower
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.
D140 COVID 19 DASHBOARD
District 140 is using a COVID-19 dashboard to keep families informed of positive cases and quarantine status. Click to view our COVID-19 Dashboard.
KEEP IN TOUCH!
I encourage you to visit ksd140.org throughout the school year for key events and information pertaining to our school and the District. As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you need assistance. My door is always open.
Respectfully,
Dr. Annette L. Szczasny
Principal