Welcoming Schools Welcoming Schools ​ Berwyn South School District 100 is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all students, families and staff regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. To that end, we pledge to continually review our policies, procedures, curriculum and teaching practices to ensure a safe, affirming and healthy school environment where every child can learn and all families feel welcome. ​ Administrative Procedure for Gender Support Gender Support Plan (Courtesy of Gender Spectrum) ​ District Equity & Advocacy Resources (DEAR) Committee Members: ​ Administrator: Beatriz Maldonado Emerson: Luz Macias & Jennifer Kruger Hiawatha: Justin Gonzalez, Katelyn McCloskey, Melissa Pierson & Molly Knott Irving: Rebecca Blaufuss Komensky: James Jazo & Kristina Adamczewski Pershing: Alanna Maloney Piper: Andrea Siegler & Alyssa Harsha Freedom: Beth Iverson Heritage: Michelle Brezek Resources: Illinois Safe Schools Alliance Lurie Children's Hospital Gender Development Services Welcoming Schools

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Board Member Handbook Board Member Handbook The Berwyn South School District 100 Board of Education understands and appreciates that access to quality public education is not just a constitutional requirement, but also a moral and ethical imperative. Ensuring students have an opportunity to fully maximize their potential is the guiding principle. Accordingly, all students are entitled to a quality educational experience that prepares them to be college and career ready and inspires them to be lifelong learners. This is no easy task. It requires necessary and appropriate leadership from many levels within the organization, including building staff, principals, District 100 administration and the Board of Education. It requires a Board of Education that is both collectively and individually committed to governing as a professional oversight board. This means a dedication to the principles and practices of professional governance, a shared understanding and adherence to board policies and internal protocols, a focus on continuous improvement as an embodiment of a lifelong learner, and a willingness to model effective leadership to students, staff and the community at large. ​ What is effective leadership? There are thousands of books on this subject but here’s a few key points when working on a board: ​ Speak to share your vision, not to wound another Listen to understand, not respond Demonstrate the behavior you expect from others Recognize success and let it be known Motivate, inspire and empower others Take responsibility for your decisions, action or inaction Keep kids at the forefront The purpose of this handbook is to provide a document that will support new and future board members in understanding the role of the Board of Education and the policies and procedures that govern the work. A significant component of new school board member orientation is a thorough understanding of the contents of this book as well as training mandated by the State of Illinois. Education is continuously evolving, as such, updates will continually be made to ensure this handbook is current and relevant. ​ Please click on the link below to view the Board Member Handbook. ​ Board Member Handbook ​ Home Superintendent Board Members Board Goals Agendas and Minutes Board Policy Manual Meetings Dates & Recordings

Board of Education Goals Board of Education Goals ​ Goal 1: All students will be college and career ready by preparing them with 21st century skills Objective 1.1 - Utilize data continuously and rigorously to inform practice at the district, school, classroom, and individual child levels Objective 1.2 - Deliver a relevant and challenging curriculum Objective 1.3 - Offer high-quality, differentiated instruction for every child Goal 2: Recruit, Support, and Retain High-Quality Staff Objective 2.1 - Attract, recruit, and hire highly qualified personnel Objective 2.2 - Motivate and retain high-performing employees Objective 2.3 - Provide high-quality professional development, training, and coaching that supports effective leaders and teachers ​ Goal 3: Create collaborative Family and Community Partnerships Objective 3.1 - Establish a foundation of solid parent and community partnerships by implementing two-way communication practices. Objective 3.2 - Build strong relationships with the Berwyn community, including residents, businesses, and civic leaders Objective 3.3 - Strengthen partnerships with parents and provide multiple avenues for meaningful parent engagement and communication at both school and district levels Goal 4: Provide a Caring, Safe, and Healthy Environment that Supports the Development of the Whole Child Objective 4.1 - Implement policies that support student health, nutrition, and physical activity Objective 4.2 - Provide research based interventions and supports that foster positive behavior, social-emotional development, and a collaborative school environment Goal 5: Efficient and Effective Management of Resources Objective 5.1 - Manage district resources efficiently and effectively to promote student achievement Adopted by the Board of Education on September 24, 2014. Home Superintendent Board Members Board Goals Agendas and Minutes Board Policy Manual Meetings Dates & Recordings

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Emergency Closing Information Emergency Closing Information More Ways To Know Before You Go! Emergency school closing information will be posted on the following services: School District website: www.bsd100.org Radio: WGN Radio 720 WBBM News Radio 780 TV: Fox Chicago ABC 7 Chicago CLTV News E-mail/Web Search for the status of District 100 and sign up for personalized E-mail notifications at: http://www.emergencyclosingcenter.com/ You will need the following information when using the Emergency Closing Center service: Call: (847) 238-1234 (Touch-Tone phone required) Facility Name: Dist #100 (South Berwyn Schools) Facility Location: Berwyn Main Phone: 708-795-2300

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Welcome Parents/Guardians To Berwyn South School District 100's Preschool Program Berwyn South School District 100 provides preschool programming for children from ages 3 to 5 year olds. ​ Mission Statement: Berwyn South School District 100's Preschool Program aims to provide positive, appropriate, learning opportunities for all children. ​ We believe in: * Developmentally appropriate play-based learning environment * Providing a child-centered, nurturing, and safe environment * Collaborating between families, staff, and community partners * Including and adapting lessons to meet the individual needs of children All children are required to complete a screening evaluation to determine eligibility prior to preschool enrollment. ​ For additional information please contact: Amanda Thompson Director of Early Learning Email: athompson@bsd100.org ​ Elias Salgado Administrative Assistant for the Pres chool Program Email: esalgado@bsd100.org Phone: 708-303-4040 ​ Virtual Screening Information Virtual Screening Info Spanish Preschool Screenings Parent Resources Preschool Staff & Locations

Employment Employment at D100 District 100 is currently hiring for substitute teachers. The current shortage of substitute teachers is impacting schools nationwide and substitute teachers are essential to the daily operations of schools and the educational experiences of students. We value the many community members who serve as substitutes in our buildings and look forward to welcoming new substitutes to District 100. If you or anyone you know is interested in substitute teaching, please see the video below for more information. The video is shared through West 40, the intermediate service center that serves school districts in West Cook County , including District 100. If you have any questions, please contact Scott Hadala, Director of Human Resources at (708) 303-4093 or email shadala@bsd100.org . ​ Click here for Video ​ ​ Thank you for expressing an interest in Berwyn South School District 100. We believe that “schools are people”, and our schools are as good as our staff. With this belief in mind, we focus on providing teachers with the help they need to perform as competent and caring educators. Berwyn South School District 100 serves the children in South Berwyn where the student population continues to increase yearly. Berwyn is located 15 miles west of the city of Chicago and is just minutes away by car or public transportation. On a clear day, the Chicago skyscrapers can be seen from the streets of Berwyn. The residents of Berwyn enjoy the suburban atmosphere and the benefits of being near a large city. Our 8 neighborhood schools are the pride of our families for their children aged preschool to 8th grades. ​ ​ Apply for a job Open positions in the District Start an application for employment Use passcodes sent to me ​ ​ ​ Every student kindergarten-8th grade has access to an iPad at home and at school for extended learning opportunities. Having access to 21st Century Tools will help us reach our vision to rank within the top 25% of districts in the State of Illinois. We believe that teachers make a difference in the lives of students and we welcome prospective teachers to contact us and learn more about our school district. Employment and Career Incentives: Competitive Salary Plan Liberal Tuition Reimbursement District Paid Single Health and Dental Coverage District paid $10,000 life insurance policy Extensive and personalized Professional Development New Employee Mentor Program Coaching and Extracurricular Opportunities For more information about Berwyn South School District 100 or job openings, please call: Scott Hadala, Director of Human Resources at (708) 303-4093 or email shadala@bsd100.org . ​ ​ ​ ​ Employee Benefits Health Insuran ce ​ This section is designed to give you information on the health benefit programs offered through Berwyn South School District 100. Please view the benefit summary below along with the insurance rate information that corresponds to your classification. ​ To view or change your insurance information, please log on at: www.ebccooperative.com using company code ebc . ​ ​ Employee Assistance Program ​ District 100 has an Employee Assistance Program available to ALL employees and their household members. The EAP is free to use and offers a number of helpful services to assist you with your work-life balance. Some of these services include: *Unlimited child care and elder care referrals *Legal consultation for an unlimited number of issues per year *Financial consultation for an unlimited number of issues per year *Unlimited education referrals and resources *Up to 3 sessions of professional assessment for employees and family members To explore the services our program offers, please view the employee landing page at rsli.acieap.com or watch a quick orientation video here . Current employees, please use company code RS LI859 to register online or call 855-775-4357 to speak to a representative. ​ EAP Starter Flyer PDF ​ ​ Retirement Plan ​ You have the opportunity to save for retirement by participating in Berwyn South School District 100’s 403(b) retirement plan offered through the OMNI Group. ​ If you have questions about saving for your retirement or concerns regarding your account please feel free to look at the OMNI FAQ document below or contact the OMNI Group at 877-544-6664. OMNI FAQ’s PDF Employee Benefits

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Superintendent A Message From Our Superintendent The word "community" truly exemplifies what it means to be a student or staff member in District 100. We consider ourselves a team of educators who partner with families to live our vision of inspiring a passion for learning in every child. We believe our students deserve the very best instruction and resources and we continue to invest in curriculum and professional development that supports rigorous, engaging, and personalized learning environments for our students. I grew up in Berwyn and attended District 100 as a student. I’ve now had the pleasure of serving students and families in the South Berwyn community for more than 25 years. It’s the people who live here and work here that make it such an incredible place for students to learn, grow, and give back to their community. Dr. Mary Havis Superintendent email: mhavis@bsd100.org phone: 708-303-4033 2023 Illinois Report Card Release Dear District 100 Families, ​ The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released the annual School Report Card today. The Report Card shows how well schools are progressing on a wide range of educational goals and includes valuable information about school districts including academic progress, student and staff characteristics, attendance, accountability, and finances. Academic performance is based on the 2023 Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) and Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment (DLM-AA) proficiency scores for 3rd through 8th grade students. District 100’s data shows that our overall academic performance has improved since last year in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. Student proficiency in ELA increased by 3%, from 21% in 2022 to 24% in 2023. In math, the district increased from 20% to 22% proficiency, and in science, overall proficiency was 44%, down 4% since last year. The growth percentile for the state was 50% in both ELA and Math. District 100 exceeded the state growth percentile in math at 53% and was just under in ELA, with a growth percentile of 48%. In other notable areas, our teacher retention increased to 86%, up 4% from last year, and our percent of adequacy for school funding is 72%, an increase of 1% since 2022. ​ Each school’s Report Card includes a summative designation, or measure of progress in academic performance and student success. The state considers multiple measures when determining which summative rating is appropriate for each school, including 2023 ELA, Math, and Science proficiency scores, growth in ELA and Math, English language learners’ progress to proficiency, chronic absenteeism, and student participation in the school climate survey. The four possible school designations are: ​ Exemplary – Schools performing in the top 10 percent of schools statewide with no underperforming student groups. Commendable – A school that has no underperforming student groups and whose performance is not in the top 10 percent of schools statewide. Targeted – A school in which one or more student groups is performing at or below the level of the “all students” group in the lowest performing 5 percent of schools. Comprehensive – A school that is in the lowest-performing 5 percent of schools in Illinois. Intensive - A school that has completed a full comprehensive support cycle, but remains in the lowest-performing 5 percent of schools in Illinois. We are pleased that all District 100 schools received commendable designations. Summative designations and the student success indicators and scoring weights summarized below: Academic Indicators: English Language Arts (ELA) Growth: 25% Math Growth: 25% ELA Proficiency: 7.5% Math Proficiency: 7.5% Science Proficiency: 5% English Learner Progress to Proficiency (Language Growth): 5% School Quality & Student Success Indicators: Chronic Absenteeism: 20% Climate Survey (5Essentials Survey for 4th – 8th grade students): 5% The Illinois Report Card highlights our schools and district and reflects the partnerships we have with our families and community. District 100 appreciates the support of our families in students’ overall academic growth and success and we need your help to address a critical indicator of student success: chronic absenteeism. Chronic absenteeism is defined as students absent from school, either excused or unexcused, for more than 10% of the school year. In the 2022-2023 school year, 30% of K-8 students in District 100 were chronically absent, meaning they missed more than 17 days of school. This is an increase of 3% in chronic absenteeism over the previous school year and is an extremely concerning statistic, as attendance directly impacts students’ academic and social emotional growth. We need to work together as a district community to improve this critical indicator for the current school year. Unless your child is unable to attend school due to illness, we ask for your cooperation in making sure they are in attendance every day. We hold high expectations for all students and believe every student can meet or exceed grade level expectations with the right supports. The Illinois report card highlights our schools and district and reflects the partnerships we have with our families and community. Please visit the Illinois Report Card website for more information on District 100 and your child’s school. We will also share the Illinois School Report Card information in a presentation at the Board of Education meeting on November 15, 2023. Sincerely, Mary Havis, Ed.D. Superintendent