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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Trauma-Informed Care & Protective Factors workshop — and a special thank you to DeKalb County Mental Health Board and DCNP for their partnership in making it happen!

Interested in joining the Birth to 8 Mental Health Coalition? Fill out our quick interest form to learn more:

https://forms.gle/oQNcm4dgc5VpirYJ7

Together, we're building a stronger foundation for our youngest community members.

Did you know? Your child is required to receive immunizations if they are going into kindergarten, 6th grade, or are 16-18 years of age.

Contact 815-748-2460 to schedule a vaccine appointment today.

There is still time to sign up.

https://dekalbroe.org/professional-development/learning-opportunities/

Trauma-Informed Care & Protective Factors Workshop
Hosted by DCCMHB and the Birth to Eight Mental Health Coalition for any teachers, nonprofit staff, case managers, direct care providers, and behavioral healthcare providers.
July 31, 2026 | Choose one session: 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-4:00pm
Faranda's Banquet Hall
Light refreshments provided
Topics:
🔹 Trauma-Informed Care w/ Raul Almazar — ACEs, brain science, and the "Four R's" framework
🔹 BASICS™ Framework — 5 protective practices for healthy child development
✅ PD & Gateways Credits Provided
Register: https://dekalbroe.org/professional-development/

Due to the air quality, the Sandwich Toddler Garden at 10 AM will be cancelled. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Mark your calendars, Illinois educators! is happening December 7–8 in Oak Brook, IL, and registration is officially open!

The IARSS Raising Student Achievement Conference (RSAC) brings you 160+ breakout sessions and two can't-miss keynote speakers — plus tons of opportunities to connect with fellow educators from across the state.

Save $50 with early-bird pricing! Use code EARLYBIRD at checkout.
One Day: $260 | Two Days: $415
Optional lunch: +$45/day
Register now: rsac2026.sched.com

Beatrice made an appearance at the Toddler Garden on Friday! Interested in attending a Toddler Garden program? See the schedule information at www.basicsdekalbcounty.org/programs

Follow Basics DeKalb County for program cancellations related to weather.

Yesterday, our IRIS team was at the DeKalb Public Library, connecting with community members and sharing information about IRIS and local resources.
Missed us? No worries — we'll be back on August 4th, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM! Stop by to meet our Community Navigator, ask questions, and learn more about the supports available to you and your family.
We look forward to seeing you there!

On Thursday, June 25th, Mimi and NIU's Dr. Eric Junco co-presented at SELCON 2026, hosted by SEL4IL at National Lewis University. Their session, "Regulate, Connect, Teach: Practical SEL Structures that Build Belonging and Academic Engagement," explored how to embed the CASEL Three Signature Practices into everyday classroom routines.
DeKalb School District 428 attendees Sara Bates, Julie Stubblefield, and Nikkita Carrington also joined the conference, where they heard from ISBE's Dr. Tiffany Burnette and Yale's Dr. Marc Brackett on updated SEL standards and the importance of adult self-awareness and regulation.
Thank you to everyone who came out to learn, connect, and grow together!