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Our Governing Board "The Governing Board embraces the mission of West40 and how it guides the work and services provided to our school communities. We are stronger together and West40 continues to find innovative ways to meet each person where they are and help them on their personal journey. This is the heart of the work being done by ALL of West40." - Dr. Jennifer Kelsall, President of the West40 Governing Board DR. JENNIFER KELSALL PRESIDENT OF THE GOVERNING BOARD jkelsall@ridgenet.org DR. EDWARD CONDON VICE PRESIDENT OF THE GOVERNING BOARD CondonE@district90.org DR. KRISTIN KOPTA SECRETARY OF THE GOVERNING BOARD kkopta@pennoyerschool.org DR. LEAH GAUTHIER gauthierl@epcusd401.org KATHLEEN TOMEI ktomei@d107.org DANA WESOLOWSKI dwesolowski@sd925.org KYLIE LINDQUIST lindquistk@rbhs208.net DR. ALDO CALDERIN acalderin@cicd99.edu PAULA DIDOMENICO PDiDomenico@leyden212.org EILEEN PIPER SIMPSON esimpson@bsd100.org MARY-RITA MOORE maryritamoore@triton.edu MEETING AGENDAS AND MINUTES December 12th, 2025 Meeting Agenda No Meeting Minutes August 15th, 2025 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes March 14th, 2025 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes October 18th, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes June 14th, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes January 19th, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes September 8th, 2023 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes October 17th, 2025 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes June 13th, 2025 Meeting Agenda No Meeting Minutes January 17th, 2025 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes September 20th, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes May 17th, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes December 8th, 2023 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes August 11th, 2023 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes September 19th, 2025 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes May 16th, 2025 Meeting Agenda No Meeting Minutes December 13th, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes August 23rd, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes March 22nd, 2024 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes October 20th, 2023 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes

BUILD Introducing West40's Behavioral Health Services program WHAT IS BUILD? BUILD focuses on substance use prevention, education, and intervention activities to foster resilience, protection, new skills, awareness, and connections for students and families while using a Trauma-Informed approach. BUILD WILL ALSO: Provide access to individual and group counseling Strengthen transition back to school for students who have struggled with substance use. Assist in referrals to treatment Partner in case-management and activities with schools Provide workshops and trainings for parents and school staff Become a bridge to community services and resources BUILD RESOURCES Substance use prevention, education and intervention activities to help BUILD resilience, protection, new skills, awareness and connections for our students and families while using a Trauma-Informed Approach. For more information, contact Carisa Mitchell at cmitchell@west40.org , (224) 250-6032 B ridge U nderstand I ntervention L eadership D evelopment Bridge - Becoming a bridge for students and families to connect with community services and resources. Understanding - Promoting understanding through awareness and education on substance use and co-occurring disorders. Intervention - Providing evidence-based intervention strategies, individual and group counseling, and behavioral health support. Leadership - Strengthening leadership in schools by delivering substance use prevention services and supporting transitions for students. Development - Assisting in the development of safe school environments through case management, workshops, and trainings for parents and staff. RESOURCES MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE USE Adolescent Growth https://adolescentgrowth.com/ Cook County Health https://cookcountyhealth.org/services/mental-health-substance-abuse/ Coping Mechanisms https://youtu.be/cPoqxmaEhL4?feature=shared Endeavor Health https://www.eehealth.org/locations/naperville/linden-oaks-behavioral-health/ HAS Community Counseling & Treatment https://www.hascares.org/ PLCCA https://www.plcca.org/copy-of-children-youth-family-serv Rogers Behavioral Health https://rogersbh.org/locations/hinsdale-il/ SBHS https://www.suburbanbhs.com/services/behavioral-health Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital https://www.silveroaksbehavioralhospital.com/ The Joint Commission https://www.jointcommission.org/what-we-offer/accreditation/health-care-settings/behavioral-health-care/behavioral-health-care-and-human-service-provider-locator/158370 The Loft At Eight Corners https://loft8corners.org/ World Mental Health Day https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day Youth Outreach Services https://www.yos.org/ Coping Mechanisms Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center https://anb.today/ Adolescent Growth https://adolescentgrowth.com/ DRS https://www.addicted.org/illinois-medicaid-drug-alcohol-rehabs.html Endeavor Health https://www.eehealth.org/locations/naperville/linden-oaks-behavioral-health/ Find Substance use Disorder Treatment https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment/find-treatment HAS Community Counseling & Treatment https://www.hascares.org/ PLCCA https://www.plcca.org/copy-of-children-youth-family-serv Recovered https://recovered.org/rehabs/presence-behavioral-health-2-melrose-park-il Red Ribbon Resources & Helpful Links https://www.redribbon.org/resources Red Ribbon Week Downloads https://www.redribbon.org/downloads Resources for Using NARCAN® (naloxone HCl) Nasal Spray https://narcan.com/en/resources Rogers Behavioral Health https://rogersbh.org/locations/hinsdale-il/ Rosecrance https://www.rosecrance.org/ Substance use Disorder Treatment https://youtu.be/6tSLtJiagNg?feature=shared Substance use Prevention https://www.samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/substance-use-prevention-month Youth Outreach Services https://www.yos.org/ Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. CARISA MITCHELL Behavioral Health Specialist cmitchell@west40.org

Remote School A safe and diverse learning environment where students feel loved, accepted, and encouraged to reach their full potential by attaining the skills to be emotionally and academically successful individuals. HOW WE HELP Individualized wrap-around support for the students with Academic, Social-Emotional, Behavioral and Attendance needs in West Cook and surrounding regions. LEARN MORE ON REMOTE SCHOOL SITE WHO WE SERVE Open to all 6th-12th grade students who are medically or emotionally fragile throughout 140 school districts in Cook County, Illinois. With infused advocacy programs, small class sizes, and engaging enrichment opportunities, we support our students' educational, social, and emotional needs at the comfort of their own homes. Here our student has thrived and achieved goals for himself that he struggled to believe were possible. He is excelling academically, emotionally and mentally. Our gratitude for West40 and all of its staff is immeasurable. " Parent - Middle School Student ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied CLICK HERE TO READ IMAGE BY THE NUMBERS IN 2024-25 87 Total Students Served 519 C ourses Completed 16 out of 17 Seniors Graduated on Time 90 Min./Day Advocate Facilitated SEL Aligned Curriculum 250 Synchronous Min./Day with Teachers and Advocates 19 Partners in West, North, and South Cook County Districts WANT TO LEARN MORE? Visit our school website. LEARN MORE RESOURCES Chat School Calendar Chat Daily Schedule Chat Student Handbook HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. MELISSA HOSKINS Director of Remote School mhoskins@west40.org

INSPIRE Teachers Video Project Sign Up > Be a Part of Illinois’ New Teacher Evaluation Training Resource! Take part in building a library of instructional videos that align with the updated Danielson Framework 2022 , designed to enhance teacher evaluation and professional development throughout Illinois. We are looking for teachers across grade levels and subjects interested in showcasing their instructional practices. These videos will serve as resources to support evaluator training, helping elevate teacher evaluation quality statewide. WHY PARTICIPATE? Participating teachers will: Earn Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for their time and involvement. Receive confidential, non-evaluative, growth-focused feedback using the Danielson 2022 rubrics. Gain exclusive access to West40’s professional learning video library. Receive recognition for contributing to a statewide initiative focused on advancing teaching standards. TIMELINE AND NEXT STEPS: Teacher Recruitment Period: Wave 1 - Closed Wave 2 - Now open. Click here to sign up. Teachers attend ONE of the Virtual Information Sessions: In the sign-up form , you will be asked to indicate your preference for a virtual info session day where we can answer any questions and clarify project details. Teachers only need to attend one session. March 5th, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM March 6th, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Recordings are currently underway. Wave 2 recording will take place in April and May 2025 HOW TO GET INVOLVED: THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST. Please sign up using the form below. The form also includes a parent/guardian authorization for permission to record. This will help us gather essential details like grade level, subject area, and experience. Sign Up > QUESTIONS? If you have any futher questions please feel free to reach out to: Dr. Sonya Spaulding sspaulding@west40.org Heidi Bellm hbellm@west40.org

Heart 2 Heart Program Providing students in our ALOP programs and their families access to private shopping appointments for life's essential items. HEART 2 HEART STORE HOW WE HELP Located within our Lexington facility, the Heart 2 Heart store offers private shopping appointments. Each guest can select brand-new complimentary items to take home, such as clothing, personal care items, shoes, baby products, furniture, and more. All items are new and provided by individuals and companies in the Chicagoland area. WHO WE SERVE Students in our student programs and their families. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied HEART 2 HEART FOOD MART The Heart 2 Heart Food Mart is a welcoming community resource open to all, dedicated to providing fresh, nutritious food to individuals and families in need. Operated with compassion and dignity, the Food Mart offers a warm, market-style shopping experience where guests can choose the items that best meet their needs—fostering a sense of respect and empowerment. Located at 10900 Cermak Road in Westchester, we’re proud to support students in our programs and their families through our partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository, helping ensure access to healthy food for our community. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied FOOD MART HOURS & LOCATION Saturday - Monday: CLOSED Tuesday: 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Wednesday: 3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Thursday: 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Friday: 12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. CLICK HERE FOR FOOD MART DIRECTIONS 10900 Cermak Road in Westchester DOWNLOAD FOOD MART HOURS HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. PAM VUJOVICH Heart 2 Heart Coordinator pvujovich@west40.org MICHAEL HOLLAND Heart 2 Heart Receptionist mholland@west40.org DAVID WALKER Delivery & Community Specialist dwalkerjr@west40.org ANTONY SANCHEZ Heart 2 Heart antonysanchez@west40.org

Resources for Districts Resources for Districts After School Support Purpose: The After School Programs Grant provides opportunities and funding outside of the school day to improve academic outcomes, student enrichment, and community partnerships for support services Some previous After School Program grant funded opportunities are: Educational field trips for students enrolled in the Safe School, Remote School, and ALOPs Supplies and materials purchasing for student usage during After School Programming After school tutoring programs for students West40 Annual Backpack GiveBack Funded internships for ALOP students Community scholarships to increase accessibility to programming in community-based organizations (CBOs) To inquire about opportunities to receive funding or participate in After School Programming, please complete this form Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Mental Health Support Purpose: West40 manages a number of grants that support SEL and Mental Health initiatives in schools by developing statewide infrastructure and collaboratives, Mutli-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) frameworks, and synchronous training modules that assist school districts in providing direct services to students and families SEL coaches and related services to serve West40 school districts. Professional Learning and Training available for school staff supporting SEL and mental health Support for telehealth, MTSS systems, and other mental health tools/resources for school districts Increase school based mental health professionals within school districts Funding School Based Mental Health Collaboratives where school support personnel can come together, collaborate, and offer support across different schools and districts School Safety Purpose: Our school safety grants aim to advance the Illinois Targeted Violence Prevention Strategy for K-12 students and appoint safety directors at the school community level who will provide resources and coordinate activities focused on violence prevention The ultimate goal of the grant is to enhance recidivism reduction and reintegration capabilities, advance equity/engage underserved communities in prevention, address online aspects of targeted violence and terrorism, and prevent domestic violence extremism Some trainings previously offered under our School Safety grants are as follows: Psychological and Physical Safety Incident Command System (ICS) School Prevention: Warning Signs Behavior Threat Assessment Security Awareness Emergency Preparedness: Design Emergency Preparedness: Admin Staff Threat Assessment: Warning Signs Threat Assessment: Social Media Warning Signs Bus Driver Security Awareness Metal Detector and Searches Security Observation Security Evaluation HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. CARA WILEY Director of Grants cwiley@west40.org KATIE ELVIDGE Associate Director of Grants kelvidge@west40.org

News Stories and important updates from West40 and our partner districts West40CloserLook is a website dedicated to deep dives of education topics in Illinois through the use of interviews, public records, and interactive storytelling. To browse the site... CLICK HERE WEST40 NEWS DISTRICT NEWS West40 Holds New Furniture Giveaway at St. Joseph Campus West40 helped arrange for the gift of a good night’s sleep for more than thirty families from across West Cook County on Monday, thanks to a generous donation. On a blistering cold day outside, residents selected from more than one hundred new mattresses, as well as pillows, bed frames and more inside the St. Joseph gymnasium. Leslie from Berwyn said she learned about the free mattresses from the Heart 2 Heart Food Mart. “We were in need of them and with the holidays coming Chris Coffey 16 hours ago West40 Holds New Furniture Giveaway at St. Joseph Campus Chris Coffey 16 hours ago Auto Mechanic Shares Her Career Journey with West40 Students Chris Coffey Dec 8 Leyden's Dr. Nick Polyak Named 2026 Illinois Superintendent of the Year West40 Communications Nov 24 West40 Food Mart Demand Increases Amid Community Challenges Chris Coffey Nov 5 West40 Holds New Furniture Giveaway at St. Joseph Campus Chris Coffey 16 hours ago Auto Mechanic Shares Her Career Journey with West40 Students Chris Coffey Dec 8 Leyden's Dr. Nick Polyak Named 2026 Illinois Superintendent of the Year West40 Communications Nov 24 West40 Food Mart Demand Increases Amid Community Challenges Chris Coffey Nov 5 West40 Grad Shares How Internship Program Created Opportunities West40 Communications Oct 30 A Message from Mark Dr. Mark Klaisner Oct 28 Illinois School Safety Conference Details and Streaming Information Chris Coffey Sep 30 Ridgewood HS Students Perform CPR to Help Save Friend's Life Chris Coffey Sep 19 West40 Shares Update on St. Joseph West40 Sep 8 Governing Board Re-Elects Dr. Jennifer Kelsall as President Chris Coffey Aug 28 Why All Professional Learning is Continuous Improvement Chris Coffey Aug 26 International Dignitaries Visit West40 to Exchange Learning and Stories Stuart Brown Aug 4 West40 Offering Free Professional Development for Educator Specialists West40 Jul 28 Spotlight on Our Partners: District 209 Offers Free Summer Lunches Chris Coffey Jul 22 West40's BackPack GiveBack Set for August 10th in Berwyn West40 Jul 18 Soccer Cub Revitalizes St. Joseph Field in Partnership with West40 Chris Coffey Jun 24 Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead West40 Jun 12 Dr. Klaisner Elected IARSS President, Selected for Leadership Academy West40 Jun 5 West40 Communications Team Earns Four Awards in National Contest West40 Jun 2 West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools West40 May 28 West40 Arranges for 20 Area Families to Receive New Mattresses Chris Coffey May 21 Strong Showing for Chicago Students at National Academic Decathlon Chris Coffey May 12 Why We Need Invisible Infrastructure for Tiered Student Support - OPINION West40 May 9 Remote School Student Describes Her Journey to Graduation Chris Coffey May 2 Students Share Their ALOP Success Stories Chris Coffey Apr 22 West40 Takes A 'Closer Look' at Issues Impacting Education Chris Coffey Apr 16 West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions Chris Coffey Mar 20 Seniors Plus Students in the Spotlight Chris Coffey Mar 19 West40 Partners with Manufacturer to Open Doors for Students Chris Coffey Mar 14 Stepping Stones: Aubrey's Graphic Design Journey Chris Coffey Mar 6 West40 Adopts Resolution in Support of Vision 2030 to Enhance K-12 Learning West40 Feb 7 Update on St. Joseph Campus Construction and Introducing the Heart 2 Heart Food Mart West40 Jan 21 A Message from West40 Regarding Federal Immigration Policies West40 Jan 17 West40 Launches Groundbreaking Advocacy Program for K-3 Students Chris Coffey Jan 14 Painted Lady Butterfly Kits Set to Return Mirtha Medina Jan 9 School Executive Director & Architect Share Tips on Navigating School Construction Chris Coffey Dec 19, 2024 Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes Chris Coffey Nov 21, 2024 West40 Office Closed on Election Day West40 Nov 5, 2024 Remote School Students and Staff Gather at Family Carnival Melissa Hoskins Oct 28, 2024 Update on St. Joseph Renovation Chris Coffey Oct 23, 2024 Supporting a Young Entrepreneur's Dream Chris Coffey Oct 15, 2024 Explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan with West40 at NO Cost Chris Coffey Sep 23, 2024 What Type of Educational Leader Are You? Chris Coffey Sep 12, 2024 See Demolition of St. Joseph High School's North Building in Photos Chris Coffey Sep 5, 2024 New Illinois Law Updates Teacher Certification Process Chris Coffey Sep 4, 2024 West40 Takes Important Role in Statewide Teacher Recruitment Campaign West40 Aug 30, 2024 A Conversation with Illinois Teacher of the year Dr. Rachael Mahmood Chris Coffey Aug 28, 2024 Digital Device Advice for Educators and Parents Chris Coffey Aug 19, 2024 Exploring St. Joseph High School's North Building Before its Demolition Chris Coffey Aug 9, 2024 West40 and Similar Education Organizations Now Eligible for State Construction Grants Chris Coffey Jul 23, 2024 1 2 Leyden's Dr. Nick Polyak Named 2026 Illinois Superintendent of the Year West40 congratulates Dr. Nick Polyak, superintendent of Leyden High School District 212, for being named the 2026 Illinois Superintendent of the Year by an independent panel commissioned by the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA). According to the IASA, nominees are judge d on the following criteria: academic achievement, preparing students for the future, social-emotional support, teaching and instruction and leadership. “Dr. Polyak’s recognition as the 2026 West40 Communications Nov 24 Leyden's Dr. Nick Polyak Named 2026 Illinois Superintendent of the Year West40 Communications Nov 24 Ridgewood HS Students Perform CPR to Help Save Friend's Life Chris Coffey Sep 19 Spotlight on Our Partners: District 209 Offers Free Summer Lunches Chris Coffey Jul 22 West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools West40 May 28 Leyden's Dr. Nick Polyak Named 2026 Illinois Superintendent of the Year West40 Communications Nov 24 Ridgewood HS Students Perform CPR to Help Save Friend's Life Chris Coffey Sep 19 Spotlight on Our Partners: District 209 Offers Free Summer Lunches Chris Coffey Jul 22 West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools West40 May 28 West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions Chris Coffey Mar 20 100 Years of Memories: Leyden Celebrates Success, Honors History at Gala Submitted by Karen Geddeis Feb 12 Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes Chris Coffey Nov 21, 2024 Leyden High School District 212 Celebrates its 100th Anniversary Submitted by Karen Geddeis Aug 12, 2024 Loyola Medicine Mobile Pediatric Unit Celebrates 25th Anniversary Chris Coffey, West40 Jul 31, 2024 Leyden Wins National Award for Translation Efforts Submitted by Karen Geddeis Jul 10, 2024 Achieving a Merit and Fostering Literacy: Cicero Teen Installs Three Little Free Libraries at D99 Schools for Local Youth w40distgallery Apr 28, 2024 Leyden Teacher Receives Fellowship w40distgallery Apr 7, 2024 West40 Area Students Honored for Leadership, Kindness, and Service w40distgallery Apr 7, 2024 Leyden Teacher Honored by the Chicago Bears emakris8 Dec 13, 2023 Pleasantdale Elementary School Wins National Blue Ribbon w40distgallery Sep 19, 2023 Leyden Artists Featured in Chicago Exhibit as High School Unveils New Permanent Display w40distgallery Sep 6, 2023 Recent Leyden Graduates Win Congressional Art Contest w40distgallery Aug 2, 2023 District 201: Morton HS Grad is First in IL Recruited for Women’s College Flag Football w40distgallery Jul 26, 2023 East Leyden Student's News Report Airs on National Television w40distgallery Jul 23, 2023 CICERO DISTRICT 99 ROBOTICS TEAM PLACES 3RD IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION w40distgallery Jul 6, 2023 WEST40 AREA EDUCATORS AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RECEIVE STATE HONORS Chris Coffey, West40 May 21, 2023 WEST40 AREA HIGH SCHOOLS TRAIN FUTURE TEACHERS Chris Coffey, West40 May 14, 2023 MORE THAN 100 STUDENTS HONORED AT WEST40 SCOTY AWARDS w40distgallery Mar 22, 2023 GOVERNOR PRITZKER DELIVERS MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT FROM WEST40 REGIONAL SAFE SCHOOL Chris Coffey, West40 Feb 27, 2023 For more information on above, please call the main office number and follow the audio directions at 708.449.4284 MORE STORIES See all the ways that West40 is helping to transform the lives of students, families, teachers and administrators in West Suburban Cook County. 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Our Team A shared passion led us together to build relationships and help our students thrive and succeed. ALL STUDENT PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMUNITY SUPPORT MAIN OFFICE COMMUNICATIONS INNOVATION LEADERSHIP OUR WEST40 TEAM STUDENT PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EDUCATION SERVICES COMMUNITY SUPPORT COMMUNICATIONS MAIN OFFICE BMV Led by our Executive Director, Dr. Mark Klaisner, the BMV ensures the Beliefs, Mission, and Vision of West40 to drive all operations and programming. INNOVATION

The West40 ALOP (Alternative Learning Opportunities Program) is designed to increase school completion rates/graduation rates for students who are struggling by removing barriers and giving them the support they need. Alternative Learning Opportunities Program (ALOP) West40 advocates are the support system to help students stay on track toward success. HOW WE HELP The West40 ALOP (Alternative Learning Opportunities Program) is designed to increase school completion rates/graduation rates for students who are struggling by removing barriers and giving them the support they need. Along with academic and attendance support, our advocates build relationships with our students by infusing social-emotional learning and behavioral support into their days and fostering positive engagement. WHO WE SERVE Advocating for Elementary Students: Scott School Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied ALOP programs are designed to serve students in grades K-12+ who may be struggling in academics, attendance, behavior, or who are otherwise considered “at-risk”. This includes students who may have just returned from hospitalization, are credit deficient, homeless, chronically absent, needing social emotional mentorship or excessive behavioral referrals. Link to Map Our staff has seen the direct benefits of this program and how it serves as a bridge for students working through various social and emotional matters that can interfere with their education. The Tapestry program is a great resource that allows students to stay connected to school while receiving the support they need to achieve their high school diploma. " Dr. Kevin Skinkis, Superintendent, Township District 208 51 Participating Schools 3,869 Total Students Served 78 Successfully Transitioned Back to Home School 599 Graduates 6,167 Credits Earned HEAR THEIR STORIES LEARN MORE Explore powerful stories of redemption, success, and creativity. Learn how West40 is affecting lives in our communities. HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. JOE GAGE Senior Director of Student Programs jgage@west40.org RENEE MAKRIS Senior Director of Student Programs rmakris@west40.org

Forms Easy access to mandated employee checklists, financial reporting forms, building permit applications, and other required school safety documents. ALL COMPLIANCE FINGERPRINTING HEALTH/LIFE SAFETY INSTITUTES LICENSURE NON PUBLIC SCHOOLS PERMITTING WEST40 FACILITIES OTHER FORMS AED Example Plan 1. Download PDF Administrative Code 180 (Safety Reference Plan) 3. Download PDF Annual Notice West40 ISC #2 Asbestos Management 5. Download PDF Building Permit Application FY24 7. Download PDF Checklist for Individual Employee 9. Download PDF Concussion Items 11. Download PDF Demolition Permit Application 13. Download Doc Educator Licensure Requirements 15. Link to Webpage Erin's Law 17. Link Coming Facility Terms & Conditions 19. Download PDF Guidelines for Individuals Completing an Illinois State Approved Teaching Program 21. Link to Webpage HLS Glossary FY24-25 23. Download PDF HLS Laws - ISBE Presentation 25. Download PDF How To Create An ELIS Account 27. Link to Webage IL Mandated Units of Study 29. Download PDF Illinois Licensure, Endorsement, and Approval Requirements 31. Link to Webpage Institute Participant Evaluation Form FY24 33. Download Doc Integrated Pest Management Plan 35. Download Doc Mandated Units of Study FY24 37. Download PDF NDEP School Guide 39. Download PDF NPSR Registration for Recognition FY23 41. Download PDF Non Public Recognition Instrument 43. Download PDF Occupancy Permit Checklist FY24 45. Download Doc Out of State Applicant Requirement Checklist 47. Download PDF Pupils No Longer Enrolled FY25 49. Download Doc Renewal and Reinstatement 51. Link to Webpage Safety Drill Documentation FY24 53. Download Doc Schedule an Appointment 55. Link to Webpage Sex Equity Survey 57. Download Doc Statement of Completion 59. Download PDF Subsequent Teaching Endorsement Requirements 61. Link to Webpage Website Publishing Requirements for School Districts 63. Download PDF West40 Facility Usage Agreement FY25-26 65. Download PDF Accelerated Placement Act 2. Download PDF Annual Financial Report Form 4. Download ZIP Annual Review of Crisis Plan 6. Download Doc Building Permit Completion Statement Rev. 10.23 8. Download Doc Clarification Immunization Requirements School 10. Download PDF Counseling Service Needs Assessment 12. Download PDF E-Learning Program Verification Form FY25 14. Download PDF Employee Bus Driver Checklist 16. Download Doc FY25-26 Blackout Dates 18. Download PDF Facility Usage Paperwork Fy25-26 20. Download PDF HLS Checklist FY24-25 22. Download PDF HLS Handbook 24. Download PDF HLS Rules - ISBE Presentation 26. Download PDF IL Mandated Trainings 28. Download PDF ISBE Forms 30. Link to Webpage Institute Application for Approval FY25 32. Download Doc Institute Summary Evaluation Form FY24 34. Download Doc LTC Reference Guide Website Publishing 36. Download PDF Mandated and Recommended Training Requirements FY25 38. Download PDF NPSR Recog-Eval-Glossary FY23 40. Download PDF Non Cert. Personnel Checklists 42. Download Doc Occupancy Permit Application FY24 44. Download Doc Out of Country Applicant Requirement Checklist 46. Download PDF Plan Review Form 36-11-Plan FY24 48. Download Image Renewal & Professional Development 50. Link to Webpage SSDA Requirements FY24 52. Download Doc Sample Pupil Personnel Services Survey 54. Download PDF School Treasurer's Bond Affidavit FY24 56. Download PDF Sex offender and child murder Form 58. Download Doc Student Permanent Records 60. Download PDF Transitional Bilingual Education Code 62. Download PDF West40 50-03-t-bond FY24 64. Download Doc Schedule an Appointment 55. DOWNLOAD Administrative Code 180 (Safety Reference Plan) 3. DOWNLOAD HLS Glossary FY24-25 23. DOWNLOAD HLS Laws - ISBE Presentation 25. DOWNLOAD HLS Checklist FY24-25 22. DOWNLOAD HLS Handbook 24. DOWNLOAD HLS Rules - ISBE Presentation 26. DOWNLOAD AED Example Plan 1. DOWNLOAD Annual Review of Crisis Plan 6. DOWNLOAD Clarification Immunization Requirements School 10. DOWNLOAD Counseling Service Needs Assessment 12. DOWNLOAD Erin's Law 17. DOWNLOAD IL Mandated Units of Study 29. DOWNLOAD LTC Reference Guide Website Publishing 36. DOWNLOAD Mandated and Recommended Training Requirements FY25 38. DOWNLOAD Non Cert. Personnel Checklists 42. DOWNLOAD Safety Drill Documentation FY24 53. DOWNLOAD Sex Equity Survey 57. DOWNLOAD Student Permanent Records 60. DOWNLOAD Website Publishing Requirements for School Districts 63. DOWNLOAD Accelerated Placement Act 2. DOWNLOAD Checklist for Individual Employee 9. DOWNLOAD Concussion Items 11. DOWNLOAD Employee Bus Driver Checklist 16. DOWNLOAD IL Mandated Trainings 28. DOWNLOAD Integrated Pest Management Plan 35. DOWNLOAD Mandated Units of Study FY24 37. DOWNLOAD NDEP School Guide 39. DOWNLOAD SSDA Requirements FY24 52. DOWNLOAD Sample Pupil Personnel Services Survey 54. DOWNLOAD Sex offender and child murder Form 58. DOWNLOAD Transitional Bilingual Education Code 62. DOWNLOAD Institute Application for Approval FY25 32. DOWNLOAD Institute Summary Evaluation Form FY24 34. DOWNLOAD Institute Participant Evaluation Form FY24 33. DOWNLOAD 15. Educator Licensure Requirements DOWNLOAD 27. How To Create An ELIS Account DOWNLOAD 31. Illinois Licensure, Endorsement, and Approval Requirements DOWNLOAD 47. Out of State Applicant Requirement Checklist DOWNLOAD 51. Renewal and Reinstatement DOWNLOAD 21. Guidelines for Individuals Completing an Illinois State Approved Teaching Program DOWNLOAD 30. ISBE Forms DOWNLOAD 46. Out of Country Applicant Requirement Checklist DOWNLOAD 50. Renewal & Professional Development DOWNLOAD 61. Subsequent Teaching Endorsement Requirements DOWNLOAD NPSR Recog-Eval-Glossary FY23 40. DOWNLOAD Non Public Recognition Instrument 43. DOWNLOAD NPSR Registration for Recognition FY23 41. DOWNLOAD Building Permit Application FY24 7. DOWNLOAD Demolition Permit Application 13. DOWNLOAD Occupancy Permit Checklist FY24 45. DOWNLOAD Statement of Completion 59. DOWNLOAD When do I apply for Occupancy Permit 67. DOWNLOAD Building Permit Completion Statement Rev. 10.23 8. DOWNLOAD Occupancy Permit Application FY24 44. DOWNLOAD Plan Review Form 36-11-Plan FY24 48. DOWNLOAD When a Building Permit Is Required 10.23 66. DOWNLOAD Annual Financial Report Form 4. DOWNLOAD Pupils No Longer Enrolled FY25 49. DOWNLOAD West40 50-03-t-bond FY24 64. DOWNLOAD E-Learning Program Verification Form FY25 14. DOWNLOAD School Treasurer's Bond Affidavit FY24 56. DOWNLOAD Annual Notice West40 ISC #2 Asbestos Management 5. DOWNLOAD Facility Terms & Conditions 19. DOWNLOAD West40 Facility Usage Agreement FY25-26 65. DOWNLOAD FY25-26 Blackout Dates 18. DOWNLOAD Facility Usage Paperwork Fy25-26 20. DOWNLOAD HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. STEVE BOGREN Chief Comprehensive Educational Services Officer sbogren@west40.org PHILIP ABRAHAM Director of Comprehensive Educational Services pabraham@west40.org JEANNE KEANE Director of Facilities jkeane@west40.org

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Communications Services CHANGE THE CONVERSATION. CELEBRATE PEOPLE. CELEBRATE WINS. TELL YOUR STORY. Changing the Narrative about Education. Let's tell your stories celebrating students, teachers, and administrators, as well as community partners, in building successful learning environments for students. At West40, we see things differently and think about things differently. With that lens and equipped with 6+ years of servicing the education industry, the West40 Communications team will partner with you to help form your narrative as well as support you in the following ways: Branding Video recording and production Graphic design and writing for print and digital collateral, including flyers, mailers, and annual reports Press Release Writing Creation of infographics and presentation templates Communications Network LEARN MORE Why West40 Communications? Because we have serviced education for 6+ years AND we believe that it is time to change the narrative about education. Ready To Put Our Heads Together & Tell Your Story? HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. MARIANNA DELINCK MANLEY Director of Communications mdelinckmanley@west40.org