Important information regarding mental health and social-emotional supports at District 88

District 88 launches CARES program to improve students’ access to quality mental health services

At District 88, the safety, health and well-being of students and staff is our No. 1 priority. We know building relationships precedes learning, and we continue to focus on connecting with all students. For students to achieve academically, we must first meet their needs outside of the classroom – including providing mental health and social-emotional assistance.

District 88 offers a variety of programs, services and partnerships to support students. And we’re pleased to share District 88 recently launched a new, innovative program – DuPage 88 CARES (Community, Advocacy, Resilience, Engagement and Support). 

In cooperation with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the DuPage Regional Office of Education (ROE), District 88 has been awarded grant funds to improve our students’ access to quality mental health services throughout the community. Our staff will prioritize this support for students who are low income and/or do not have adequate coverage to access mental health support. 

For more information on how to access this program:

• Go to https://referralgps.com/88cares
  
  
• View the flyer in English or in Spanish
  
  
• Contact your child’s counselor

Read more about District 88’s mental health and social-emotional supports/services at www.dupage88.net/Supports.