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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. 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. LEARN MORE ON REMOTE SCHOOL SITE 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 BY THE NUMBERS IN 2025-26 82 Total Students Served 617+ C ourses Completed & Passed 100% Eligible Seniors Graduated (19/19) 90 Min./Day Advocate Facilitated SEL Aligned Curriculum 340 Synchronous Min./Day with Teachers and Advocates 23 Partners in West, North, and South Cook County Districts HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. KRISTEN PARSELL Director of Remote School kparsell@west40.org

West40 ISC #2 believes every child deserves a chance for success. We work alongside educators, administrators, families and communities, to ensure students have every opportunity to become who they are meant to be. We will transform every student in West Cook County—regardless of their past or circumstances—into a powerful, influential member of their community. THE LIFELINE FOR STUDENTS & SCHO O LS We believe every child deserves a chance for success COMPREHENSIVE EDUCATION SERVICES Click the circles to learn more about our programs! Networks Professional Learning Grants Support Student Programs Youth Support Programs Heart 2 Heart Program Community Resources McKinney-Vento Comprehensive Educational Services WE WALK ALONG SIDE STUDENTS, EDUCATORS AND FAMILIES. Funded by the state of Illinois and the school districts we serve in West Cook County, we work alongside educators, administrators, families and communities, to ensure students have every opportunity to become who they are meant to be. LEARN MORE ABOUT US LATEST STORIES West40 Introduces Shine to Highlight Our District and Co-Op Partners West40 is proud to introduce “Shine,” our inaugural magazine celebrating all 41 of our district and co-op partners across West Cook County. The fifty-plus page digital publication will be accessible on the West40 website and can be downloaded if our educational partners choose to include it on their websites. You can view the digital version of our magazine here: https://www.west40.org/news We started with an idea to share inspiring stories that shine a light on the people, Jun 4 Illinois Approves Redesigned Elementary Education Content Test Prospective elementary school teachers in Illinois will begin taking a redesigned licensing exam on July 1 that breaks the test into sections and allows them to retake only the portions they did not pass. The Illinois State Board of Education approved cut scores for the new Elementary Education content exam at its May 13 meeting. The exam will use a new “testlet” structure that separates subjects like literacy, math, and science into smaller sections. ISBE officials said th May 22 Family Nights: A West40 Tradition Having a trusted advocate at school to help you focus on attendance and academics can help many students achieve success and walk the stage at graduation. And sharing those relationships with family members during an evening of fun is something West40 takes pride in through its Family Nights. West40’s ALOP teams from the Proviso, Morton, Southern Tier, and Northern Tier areas organize these end-of-year events that bring together students, families, and advocates. It’s not abo May 18

Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter! When you subscribe, you will receive the following: The West40 newsletter every two months (Please scroll down to see our past Newsletters.) The semi-monthly Learning BEAT filled with Professional Learning opportunities such as AAs , Empower ED and Networks The Comprehensive Education Services Newsletter twice a year informing you of important dates Which Newsletter(s) would you like to subscribe to?* Learning BEAT: A catalog of Administrator Academies and Empower ED learning sessions CES Professional Learning West40 Newsletter Email* Join Our Mailing List Yes, subscribe me to your newsletters. * The Stories That Unite Us June 2026 Download Removing Barriers February 2026 Download Elevating Education August, 2025 Download Meeting Your Needs February, 2025 Download A World Awaits April 2026 Download Holiday Wish List December 2025 Download Horizons & Highlights June, 2025 Download Give to Grow December, 2024 Download A World Awaits April 2026 Download Let's Be Real October, 2025 Download Forward Thinking April, 2025 Download Everything. Everywhere. October, 2024 Download

Thanks to the TISS-REACHOUT grant—a collaborative initiative with the Illinois State Board of Education, Lurie Children's Hospital Center for Childhood Resilience, Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Stress & Trauma Treatment Center, Goshen Consulting, and West40—these trainings are offered at no cost to you! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow professionally and support your district’s success. For more details, reach out to Grant Specialist Dr. Diane Wolf at dwolf@west40.org More information on school year 2026 TISS TISS-Reach Out Trainings Are you ready to enhance your district's Multi-Tiered System of Support? Join the TISS team for a series of engaging virtual sessions designed to equip you with essential skills, valuable information, and practical planning tools. HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. FILL OUT THIS FORM

< Back Nurses Network Facilitated by: Dr. Kennedi Strickland Dixon & Maria-Elena Agrela Meeting Dates: Quarterly (Hybrid), 10:00 AM - 11:30AM The District Nurses Network meets to collaborate, share best practices, and discuss pressing topics relevant to school nursing. This network provides a space to connect with fellow district nurses, exchange ideas, and identify needs and resouces to better support students and school communities. If you would like to be added to the listserv and receive more information, please fill out this form . Previous Next

About Us GRANTS VALUES We actively support and advance West40’s Belief, Mission, and Vision by connecting the right resources to meet the needs of students, staff, and communities. We collaborate with West40 departments and external partners to maximize impact and achieve meaningful outcomes. We uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources. We build trust and advance the mission of West40 through ethical actions and fiscal accountability. We leverage data to inform decisions, measure progress, and drive continuous improvement for those we serve. HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. FILL OUT THIS FORM

Current Partners Forms & Documents Invoicing Funding Request General Guidelines INVOICING If you are a current partner receiving funding from a West40 grant, please use the following form to submit your monthly invoicing documentation. Google Form FUNDING REQUEST Our Grants Team is hard at work developing a brand-new Funding Request Form for the upcoming school year. We know that district needs and resource availability are dynamic. In response, our team is actively securing fresh funding opportunities designed to fill those critical resource gaps across our school districts. What this means for you: - Check back soon: The updated form will launch shortly on this page. - Stay tuned: We look forward to exploring new ways to bring your projects to life in the coming school year! GENERAL GUIDELINES ISBE Fiscal Policies and Procedures Handbook Uniform Guidance - Code of Federal Regulations Grants Glossary HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. FILL OUT THIS FORM

GRANTS Identify potential funding sources to support your students, teachers, and communities. Grants can provide for amazing opportunities but also require a great deal of project management to maximize their benefit. Our hope is that this site will help to shed some light into the grants abyss and make the entire process seem a bit less overwhelming. CURRENT PARTNERS GENERAL SUPPORT INVOICES Google Form When ready to submit approved Fiscal Year 2026 grant expenses, please use the following link for invoices and supporting documentation covering July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026: REQUEST FORM Our Grants Team is hard at work developing a brand-new Funding Request Form for the upcoming school year. We know that district needs and resource availability are dynamic. In response, our team is actively securing fresh funding opportunities designed to fill those critical resource gaps across our school districts. What this means for you: - Check back soon: The updated form will launch shortly on this page. - Stay tuned: We look forward to exploring new ways to bring your projects to life in the coming school year! HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. FILL OUT THIS FORM

General Support Funding Opportunities Funding Request Form General Guidelines Illinois Funding Opportunities Federal Funding Opportunities ISBE Funding Opportunities ISBE Fiscal Policies and Procedures Handbook Uniform Guidance - Code of Federal Regulations Grants Glossary Our Grants Team is hard at work developing a brand-new Funding Request Form for the upcoming school year. We know that district needs and resource availability are dynamic. In response, our team is actively securing fresh funding opportunities designed to fill those critical resource gaps across our school districts. What this means for you: - Check back soon: The updated form will launch shortly on this page. - Stay tuned: We look forward to exploring new ways to bring your projects to life in the coming school year! HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. FILL OUT THIS FORM

8:30 - 11:30 AM < Back Supporting Students in Need of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Support: Developing a Behavioral Health Team (BHT) in Your School. 1/15 (cancelled) and 2/6/25 8:30 - 11:30 AM This course introduces building systems of care in schools using MTSS and trauma-responsive frameworks. Participants will learn to connect students with suitable interventions and collaborate with a Behavioral Health Team, including administrators, clinicians, and community partners. At least two team members must attend the sessions together. Choose one session for your team to attend. Register Here Previous Next

School Safety and Threat Assessment We strive to enhance the overall safety of every school and proactively protect students and staff from threats and acts of violence in an effort to foster the best learning environment possible. WHAT WE DO The purpose of West40’s School Safety and Threat Assessment team (STAT) is to enhance the overall safety and security of every school. We strive to help proactively protect students and staff from threats and acts of violence to foster the best learning environment possible. We can provide coaching and training tailored to your needs in areas of safety and threat assessment, including but not limited to: Independent Physical Security Assessments Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Development and Flip Charts Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) Assembling an Effective Threat Assessment Team Threat Assessment Plan Assistance Behavioral Warning Signs of Violence Suicide and Violence Prevention through Social Media Awareness Training on Security Awareness, Emergency Preparedness, Crisis Response, and Security Operations Incident Command System (ICS) Training/Certification Assistance with Reunification Planning and Process Tabletop and Full-scale Exercises Where Participants Test Functional Roles They are Expected to Play in Real-time Events Security Related Procedural Needs Evaluation of Staffing Requirements Needed to Address Security Physical Security Architectural Planning Considerations SRO and Law Enforcement Partnership Support WE ARE READY TO HELP. When we say the success of kids is in all of our hands, that includes ensuring a safe environment that they feel confident coming back to every day. Reach out and connect to learn more! BY THE NUMBERS 2024-2025 186 66 Hours of STAT Training STAT + TVTP (Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Grant) Contracts 610 160 Attendees of Illinois School Safety Conference Participants of "I Love U Guys" Reunification Training HOW CAN WE HELP? LET'S CONNECT. SCHOOL SAFETY & THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAM STEVE BOGREN Chief Comprehensive Educational Services Officer sbogren@west40.org PHILIP ABRAHAM Director of Comprehensive Educational Services pabraham@west40.org WIL GAGE Director of School Safety & Threat Assessment wgage@west40.org RANDY BRAVERMAN School Safety & Threat Assessment Specialist rbraverman@west40.org ALEX CAMPOS CES/STAT Specialist acampos@west40.org ERIC ARNOLD School Safety & Threat Assessment Specialist earnold@west40.org

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