Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association for Special Education

Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association for Special Education The Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association for Special Education (SWCCCASE) is a special educ
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Time to celebrate! All 6 of our cooperative programs were recently recognized by the Midwest PBIS Network for excellence...
09/04/2026

Time to celebrate! All 6 of our cooperative programs were recently recognized by the Midwest PBIS Network for excellence in supporting our students' life goals.

Since implementing PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Support) in 2015, we've strengthened instruction, data-driven support, and family relationships across every program. Thanks to this hard work, each program earned two new badges this year:

Storytelling Badge: For sharing data-backed student success stories.

Action Planning Badge: For setting and achieving impactful goals.

We are so proud of our team's dedication to our learners!

Each month at Braun, we focus on a new virtue and coping skill as part of our school-wide PBIS expectations. For Septemb...
09/04/2026

Each month at Braun, we focus on a new virtue and coping skill as part of our school-wide PBIS expectations. For September, students are learning about self-control and taking a break.

These skills are taught and discussed during class and reinforced throughout the school with monthly lessons, visuals, and reminders. Our goal is to help students build practical skills they can use both at school and at home as they learn to make safe, respectful, and responsible choices.

DESTINY students at Kerkstra Elementary and Oak Forest High School kicked off the school year strong with this year's PB...
09/04/2026

DESTINY students at Kerkstra Elementary and Oak Forest High School kicked off the school year strong with this year's PBIS theme, "Let's Grow Together!". Throughout the week, classes reviewed and practiced positive behavioral expectations in creative, hands-on ways. Ms. Slisz's class at Oak Forest High School celebrated "Pawsitivity Day" with a game of UNO Attack, earning six flowers for their flower pot by practicing safe bodies, turn-taking, and kind words. Meanwhile, Ms. P's class at Kerkstra used AAC devices to review expectations and grow together as a classroom community.

09/03/2026

Transition Staff are ready to welcome students and their families to our Open House tonight from 6:00pm - 7:00pm at all three locations. Parents/Families should plan to go to the location where their student attends.

Transition Program Main Campus
14535 John Humphrey Drive
Orland Park, IL

Transition Program Satellite Campus at Braun Educational Center
6020 W. 151st Street
Oak Forest, IL

Transition Program Classroom at Moraine Valley Community College
9000 W. College Parkway
Palos Hills, IL
(Room M207/M208 - Building M)

We hope to see you there!

Today was the first meeting of our mentoring program! It was a great opportunity for mentees to connect with and get to ...
09/02/2026

Today was the first meeting of our mentoring program! It was a great opportunity for mentees to connect with and get to know each other as well as start building relationships and learn from our experienced staff members. Looking forward to seeing these connections grow throughout the year!

Braun Educational Center Open House is TOMORROW!We’re excited to welcome our Braun families for Open House tomorrow, Thu...
09/02/2026

Braun Educational Center Open House is TOMORROW!

We’re excited to welcome our Braun families for Open House tomorrow, Thursday, September 3rd from 6:00–7:00 PM!

Come meet our staff, visit classrooms, and help us kick off another great school year. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Thursday, September 3
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Braun Educational Center

See you tomorrow, Braun families!

September is Deaf Awareness Month! In case you needed a nudge to learn ASL, here are a few reasons why you should...
09/01/2026

September is Deaf Awareness Month! In case you needed a nudge to learn ASL, here are a few reasons why you should...

Students were excited to return to school. Every child deserves a place where they feel safe, accepted, and free to expl...
08/29/2026

Students were excited to return to school. Every child deserves a place where they feel safe, accepted, and free to explore. In our early childhood classroom at Morton Gingerwood School, young children with diverse needs build confidence as they discover new playgrounds and equipment, develop social skills, and experience the joy of learning through play and connection.

Transition was buzzing with energy today as students celebrated Student PBIS Kickoff! This year's theme is all about un...
08/28/2026

Transition was buzzing with energy today as students celebrated Student PBIS Kickoff! This year's theme is all about unlocking greatness, taking charge of our choices, and powering up our potential every single day.

Students got to customize their experience by choosing from an awesome lineup of activities throughout the day. It was incredible to see everyone supporting their peers, and bringing the positive vibes!

We are so proud of the fantastic atmosphere our students and staff created today. Let's keep this momentum going all year long!

Check out some of the best moments from our kickoff below!

The CD Program is off to a great start! Five out of six sites have started. CD Arbor Park will open on September 8th.
08/28/2026

The CD Program is off to a great start! Five out of six sites have started. CD Arbor Park will open on September 8th.

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6020 151st Street
Oak Forest, IL
60452

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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