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Thriving Future Talks: Preparing Today, Shaping Tomorrow

Topic: Planning Ahead: Let’s Talk about PUNS

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
6:30–7:30 PM
District Office, Room 180 (650 Dr. John Burkey Dr., Algonquin)
Free | Light snacks provided
Guest Speaker: Jen Rowzee, Services Inc.

PUNS stands for Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services. It is an Illinois list for individuals with developmental disabilities who may need services and support now or in the future.

What Will You Walk Away Knowing?

At this session, you will learn:

  • Why getting your child on the PUNS list early matters. The younger your child is when you get connected, the more time you have to plan for their future.

  • How PUNS works and what families need to do to get started.

  • What services and supports may be available as your child's needs change and they get older.

  • How Illinois funding may help pay for services that are not provided through the school district.

  • Why income is not a barrier to being enrolled in PUNS. There are no minimum or maximum income requirements; the individual must have a qualifying developmental disability.

You don't have to know exactly what your child will need in the future. Getting on the PUNS list connects your child to the system and keeps the door open to potential services and supports as their needs change.

Because some services have limited funding and lengthy waits, waiting until your child is approaching graduation or adulthood may mean waiting longer for the help they need.

Whether your child is in preschool or high school, now is the time to learn, plan and prepare.  Think of it as getting in line for potential services before you actually need them.

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PUNS Registration Workshop

Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
Time: 30-minute appointments
Location: District Office, Room #180, 650 Dr. John Burkey Dr., Algonquin
Cost: Free; SIGN UP HERE
Guest Support: Services, Inc.

Ready to take the next step? During this hands-on workshop, Huntley 158 families will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a representative from Services, Inc. for assistance registering their child for the PUNS list.

Families will have a 30-minute appointment with a Services Inc. representative who will walk them through the registration process, answer questions, and provide guidance on what information is needed to complete the application.

Who should attend?

This workshop is for D158 families who are confident that their child may qualify for the PUNS list and are ready to get started with the registration process. Families will receive one-on-one assistance from Services, Inc. to help complete the PUNS registration and answer questions along the way.
Please note: Appointments are required. Families should register for one 30-minute time slot and plan to attend with the information needed to complete their child’s PUNS registration.

Parents should bring:

  • Medicaid card (if applicable)

  • Student Social Security card

  • IEPs / psychological evaluations (completed privately or by the school)

  • For those who have an Autism diagnosis, Service, Inc.will need documentation of the initial medical diagnosis.

Taking this step today can help your family plan ahead and shape your child’s tomorrow. If you have any questions, please contact Ina Hall, family engagement liaison, at (847) 659-6174 or ihall@district158.org.