Superintendent's Newsletter

View the transcript of Dr. Small's message here. To translate, click the button on the upper right.

We want to briefly address a concerning trend that has impacted schools across the nation: swatting. Swatting refers to making a false malicious report or threat (sometimes AI- or computer-generated) involving a specific building or area. These are unfounded threats, but can easily create a deep level of concern; disrupt learning; and divert critical resources from real emergencies.

The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Threats of any nature will not be tolerated.

The situation is significantly further complicated when individuals use social media to repost, share or in any other way further the spread of the threat. When threatening posts are shared, spread, or re-posted it can make investigations extremely complicated and distract and divert school and police investigative resources.

We encourage you to talk with your student about swatting, emphasizing the importance of reporting anything they see or hear that causes concern and refraining from perpetuating the spread of a message they see on social media channels or hear from friends. Students who see a concerning post or have other concerns should immediately report the matter to their parents, school administration or directly to law enforcement, or use the Safety Reporting Form on our school homepages and District iPads.

District 211 again is seeking interested parents, staff and community members to discuss the District's communications priorities, focusing on what is communicated and how best to do it.

This group will meet three times during the 2024-2025 school year in person (Administration Center, 1750 S. Roselle Road in Palatine) and will help advise on a variety of specific topics, including the website and newsletters. Those interested in participating should complete this form:

Communications Advisory Application

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• Communications Advisory Application
• Calendar Handbooks
• MaiaLearning
• Transportation
• College Application Process Presentations (Seniors)
• Safety Concern Reporting
• Employment

Monday, October 14: Columbus Day (No School)

Thursday, October 17: Board of Education Meeting

Tuesday, November 5: Election Day State Holiday (No School)

Thursday, November 14: Board of Education Meeting
Wednesday, November 27: Non-Attendance Day (No School)

Thursday, November 28: Thanksgiving Day (No School)
Friday, November 29: Thanksgiving Holiday (No Shcool)