Parent Association of Student Services

The Parent Association for Student Services in District 39 (PASS39) in District 39 is a parent organization committed to supporting parents of children with learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges.

Mission Statement
PASS39 members will facilitate and promote communication and teamwork between parents of children who receive support and services in District 39 schools and the district staff.

Goals

Organize forums for parents to exchange information and support one another
Educate parents and staff on various topics related to raising and educating children with special needs
Develop information resources for parents and staff
Collaborate with District 39 staff to increase a sense of teamwork in working with our children

PASS39 Email List

Join our email list to receive information on area and district events related to children with learning disabilities and/or special needs. Email us at pass39@wilmette39.org to be added to the PASS39 group e-mail. All addresses are blind copied for confidentiality.

PASS39 on the Web

The PASS39 website provides more information about Wilmette D39 Student Services and contains educational, therapeutic and recreational resources for parents with children with specialized needs.

PASS39 also has a private Facebook Group. To receive access, you must request admission here.

2019-2020 PASS39 Meetings

All District 39/37 parents are welcome to attend.

Evening Meetings

Day Meetings

Tuesday, September 17th, 2019
6:30-8:00pm
Ice Cream Social

Monday, October 21st, 2019
7:00-8:30pm
Location: Mikaelian Education Center (MEC)
Helping your child navigate social conflict and bullying

Wednesday, January 15th, 2020
7:00-8:30pm
Location: MEC
Coping With and Overcoming Anxiety
Presented by Jackie Rhew, LCPC, CADC, and cofounder for the Center for Emotional Wellness of the Northwest Suburbs.
*Parents Night Out - 8:45 PM
Napolita, 1126 Central Ave., Wilmette

Monday, April 20th, 2020
7:00-8:30pm
Location: MEC
Long-Term Planning for your child with Comprehensive Needs
*Parents Night Out following this event. Location TBD

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019
9:00-11:00am
RSVP:PASS39@wilmette39.org for location information.

Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
9:15-10:15am
Location: McKenzie
Positive Behavior Management Strategies

Thursday, February 6th, 2020
9:15-10:15am
Location: Highcrest
Fostering Resilient Learners

Monday, March 9th, 2020
9:15-10:15am
Location: Romona
Preparing for Transitions

2019-2020 PASS39 Representatives

Chair	Jocelyn Shook
Early Childhood	Margie Swain
Central	David Ben-Arie & Peter Matt
Harper	Carey Personette
McKenzie	Kinley Kemnitz
Romona	Leavey Ballou
Highcrest	Jody Boquist & Ellen Sternweiler
WJHS	Kristen Dean & Jennifer Nash

Parent Handbook

Are you confused by the terminology? Have you ever wondered who constitutes as a “special needs” child? Do you know what IEP stands for? Look it up in our District 39 Student Services Parent Handbook.

PASS39
Parent Association for Student Services in District 39
Wilmette Public Schools District 39
615 Locust Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
847-512-6000
pass39@wilmette39.org