School Social Workers

CASEL defines Social Emotional Learning (SEL) as "

...the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions."

1. Develop self-awareness & self-management skills to achieve school and life success.
2. Use social-awareness and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive relationships.
3. Demonstrate decision-making skills and responsible behaviors in personal, school, and community contexts.

• CASEL: Success in Schools
• School Social Work Association of America
• Bullying Information
• NADS-National Association of Down Syndrome
• Autism Speaks-Autism Information
• Special Olympics
• Domestic Violence Resource
• Ups for Downs, Information on Down Syndrome
• Glenbard Parent Series - Speakers and Presentations for Students and Parents
• Protecting Children - Department of Children & Family Services

Crisis Resources

• CARES Line (24 hour): If your child is a risk to themselves or others, having a mental health crisis, or if you would like a referral to services for children, youth, and families, call the 24 hour Crisis and Referral Entry Services (CARES) line to talk to a mental health professional. Call: 1 (800) 345-9049 TTY: 1 (773) 523-4504

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline (24 hour):  If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, you may call the 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline  (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/) at: 1 (800) 273-TALK (8255). Caring staff will connect you with the closest possible crisis center in your area.

• DuPage County Health Department Crisis Services (24 hour): Individuals experiencing a crisis can contact Crisis Services at 630-627-1700, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Illinois Department of Public Health Hotline (24 hour): IDPH (IDPH.illinois.gov) has a statewide, 24-hour COVID-19 hotline (1-800-889-3931) and a designated email address (DPH.SICK@Illinois.gov)

• Illinois Call4Calm Text Line (24 hour): If you or a loved one are struggling with stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and need emotional support, text TALK to 552020 for English or HABLAR for Spanish (Message and Data Rates May Apply. See Terms & Conditions of Use). This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. People seeking assistance will remain anonymous and will provide only their first name and zip code, which enables the service to link you to a counselor in your area who is knowledgeable about available local resources.