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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Fourth Quarter Student Learning Commitments Due February 19!
During the fourth quarter, KSD 140 is offering families the choice between a full day in-person learning model and a remote learning model. Please consider which option works best for your family and complete one survey for each K-8 student in your household by noon on Friday, February 19.
Please click here to complete a Fourth Quarter Student Learning Commitment form for your student(s)
Our updated Back-to-School plan, including learning model descriptions, summaries, frequently asked questions, and detailed plan components can be found below.
Student schedules and transportation information based on learning choice selection and staffing needs will be released to families by the end third quarter.
Please email us at Contact KSD 140 or reach out to your building principal with any questions.
YEARBOOK INFORMATION
5Essentials Parent Survey Now Open!
Our district has chosen to provide the optional Parent Supplement survey. If at least 20 percent of McAuliffe's parents complete this survey, a parent supplement report will also be generated. The parent data will not be reported on the State Report Card.
Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child’s school and guide improvement. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey for students and teachers will be conducted February 3, 2021 through April 2, 2021. The Parent Survey Supplement will be conducted during that same timeframe. To take the survey please visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin.
For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view previous years’ Reports, please visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 5Essentials Client Services at 1-866-440-1874 or impact-surveys@uchicago.edu
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