Bobcat Bulletin
Sept. 23, 2021
Upcoming Dates
Sept. 24th: Half-Day of School - Dismissal at 11:10 a.m.
Oct. 8th: School Safety Drill with the TPPD
Oct. 11th: Columbus Day- No School
Oct. 21st: Board of Education Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Oct. 22nd: Monster Mash 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Oct. 25th-29th: Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 29th: Classroom Halloween Parties & Half-Day of School - Dismissal at 11:10 a.m.
The Tinley Park Fire Department visited Bannes
Our Bobcats were so excited when the Tinley Park Fire Department came to Bannes on September 17th. Firefighters taught students about fire safety tips, fire truck equipment, and firefighting protective clothing.
5th Grade Band
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 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 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.