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Coordinator for Morton West/ Morton Freshman Academy < Back JORGE ORTEGA Coordinator for Morton West/ Morton Freshman Academy Previous Next

1:00 - 2:30 PM < Back Setting the Stage for Successful Implementation of Tier II Trauma Interventions 8/28/24 CLOSED 1:00 - 2:30 PM Do you want to bring a Tier II trauma intervention to your school but don’t know much about existing interventions? Do you feel overwhelmed by potential implementation challenges? Join this training to get a brief overview* of CBITS and Bounce Back and learn about best practices for building readiness for implementation of the interventions. Register Here Previous Next

Professional Learning Specialist DEMIAN DEMIAN < Back DEMIAN LAPOINTE Professional Learning Specialist Demian LaPointe, MAE., MEd., is a passionate educator with 30 years of experience serving public schools across Chicagoland. He has served as a Coordinator of MTSS at both the building and district levels, as well as a Department Chair and Director of Special Education. Demian has led the design and implementation of MTSS services across more than 15 schools, including an alternative education program, bringing both systems-level vision and hands-on support to some of the most vulnerable learners. Dedicated to the Whole Child, Demian’s work centers on the academic, social, and emotional well-being of youth. He partners closely with educators and administrators to strengthen trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, and staff resilience, offering training that empowers schools to navigate compassion satisfaction and fatigue. Known for blending heart and expertise, Demian has become a trusted leader and trainer across the region, equipping schools to better serve families and transform outcomes for students. dlapointe@west40.org Previous Next

Professional Learning Specialist DR. KENNEDI DR. KENNEDI < Back DR. KENNEDI STRICKLAND-DIXON Professional Learning Specialist I am excited to begin my second year at West 40! This year marks my 31st year in the field of education. Prior to joining the team at West 40, I served as a Director of Special Education for 19 consecutive years. I began my career in education as a special education teacher in Maywood District 89 in 1995 and later served as the Director of Special Education for 8 years. Throughout my journey as a Director of Special Education, I have served in Bellwood District 88, Oak Park and River Forest High School, SASED, and St. Charles School District 303. In addition to serving as a school administrator, I have been an Adjunct Professor at DePaul University , where I taught courses in racial equity with a focus on the inequalities affecting African-American students. I am very passionate about issues of social justice in education. Currently, I am an Adjunct Professor at National Louis University in the Teacher Preparation Program. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue working with teachers and staff as we strive to give students and families our very best every day. kstricklanddixon@west40.org Previous Next

PEACE & Seniors Plus Site Coordinator for Proviso East & West < Back PEDRO PERALTA PEACE & Seniors Plus Site Coordinator for Proviso East & West Previous Next

9:00 - 1:00 < Back Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Schools (CBITS) 9/11, 9/12, & 9/13/2024 CLOSED 9:00 - 1:00 CBITS is a 10-week, evidence-based program for students in grades 4-12 that helps them process trauma and develop coping skills. The program includes 1-3 individual sessions and covers trauma reactions, relaxation techniques, social problem-solving, challenging negative thoughts, and processing trauma and grief. Register Here Previous Next

10 - 10:30 AM < Back Is Your School or District Ready for Behavioral Health Team (BHT)? 3/4/25 10 - 10:30 AM Behavior Health Teams (BHT) are an important component of a district's MTSS process.Come to this readiness session to see if you know the components you will need to implement a successful team. Register Here Previous Next

Executive Director < Back DR. MARK KLAISNER Executive Director Main Office Previous Next

Community Resource Coordinator < Back MARIA-ELENA AGRELA Community Resource Coordinator meagrela@west40.org Previous Next

Federal Grant Specialist < Back ADENIKE MUTAYOBA (SOSINA) Federal Grant Specialist Previous Next

< Back FINGERPRINTING/WEST40 TESTING Door 2W Ring the door bell on the right of the door! Map Directions Previous Next

Contact Us LET'S CONNECT! First name* Last name* Email* Phone Area* Write here* Submit PHILIP ABRAHAM Director of Comprehensive Educational Services pabraham@west40.org STEVE BOGREN Senior Director of Comprehensive Educational Services sbogren@West40.org WIL GAGE Director of School Safety & Threat Assessment wgage@west40.org