Hey D214 families! We're hosting a parent night to help you support your student! Hear from Division Heads for Student Success, Safety, and Wellness (Deans), School Resource Officers, and community partners on what you need to know regarding substance abuse, social media and

As students begin to head #BackToSchool, check out SAMHSA's latest blog: Back to School and Mental Health: Supporting Our Children for a Successful Year Ahead ⤵️ samhsa.gov/blog/back-to-s… #MentalHealthMatters

Showing up together! September is Attendance Awareness Month. Chronic absences can be reduced when schools, families, and community partners work together on effective prevention strategies. Click here to learn more: tinyurl.com/3hea8y56

Did you know you can explore 39 different career fields while in high school? Learn how at D214's virtual College and Career Ready! Night on Oct. 18 at 6pm. Current and future students and their families are welcome! d214.org/college-career…

Mental health matters. Join us as NAMI and the Hayden Hurst Family Foundation discuss mental wellness, and learn about resources for students and families. Come to BGHS Oct. 12 at 6:30pm. We're here for you!

Today we are honoring and celebrating #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Finding culturally appropriate care is vital in supporting one's mental heath. For more resources visit nami.org/indigenous

With news of violence in Israel and Gaza, young people may be affected or have concerns for the safety of themselves or loved ones. Caregivers and educators can help children and youth feel safe in times of crisis. See our full guidance: bit.ly/46m1NFN

School psychologists are more important now than ever. This #SchoolPsychWeek, we celebrate our exceptional school psychologists & their work to help students grow & thrive. #NSPW

So grateful to work with and learn from some extraordinary school psychologists!

Thank you, Secretary Miguel Cardona for joining us in celebrating School Psychologists this #SchoolPsychWeek! We are grateful for your leadership and the work you do each day at U.S. Department of Education to help children grow and thrive together. See the full video: bit.ly/40sBong

Very honored and grateful. Thank you to my amazing colleagues in District 214!

Even when conflict happens thousands of miles away, videos & images in the news & on social media can be traumatic, especially for children. Parents & caregivers: Help your kids navigate what they’re seeing, hearing, & feeling with National Child Traumatic Stress Network’s guide: nctsn.org/sites/default/…

Even during brief breaks, students' brains are still active and learning. Here's the research-backed ways #BrainBreaks help middle and high schoolers decompress, refocus, and process new information. 🧠 💡

Very honored and grateful! 😊

The United States does more to ensure access to education for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities than many other countries. However, the nation’s schools have work to do to ensure all students feel a sense of inclusion and belonging. edw.link/wol

Grateful to work with some amazing school counselors! 🙌

I signed up for the Run for D103 5K Run/Walk on May 18, 2024. Always a great morning! :) runsignup.com/Race/IL/Lincol…

Grateful to work with and learn from so many excellent school social workers!

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Happy #PrideMonth from Sesame Street! Today and every day, we celebrate and uplift the LGBTQIA+ members of our community. Together, let’s build a world where every person and family feels loved and welcomed for who they are. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💗🤎🖤