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Night School

Night School

Looking to get ahead on credits or get back on track toward graduation? Morton District 201’s Night School program provides students with an opportunity to earn credits, make academic progress, and work toward their graduation goals outside of the regular school day. Courses may be offered at Morton East, Morton West, or both campuses, depending on enrollment. Through Night School, students can access additional opportunities to stay on track and achieve their academic goals.

Explore upcoming session dates, registration deadlines, and enrollment information to find the right opportunity for you.

Kristy Cavanaugh

Executive Director of Safety and Alternative Educational Programs

I am proud to be a career Mustang and honored to serve Morton District 201. My journey began as a Social Science teacher at Morton Alternative School, and over the past 27 years I have had the privilege of serving our students, families, and staff in a variety of roles, including Dean of Students, Assistant Principal of Operations, Principal of Morton West High School, and now Executive Director of Safety and Alternative Educational Programs.

Throughout my career, I have been passionate about creating safe, supportive, and engaging learning environments where all students can thrive. School safety is a particular area of focus, and I have led efforts to strengthen emergency preparedness, build community partnerships, and expand supports for students and families. I am also honored to share this work through presentations at national school safety conferences.   In my current role, I work closely with schools to develop alternative pathways and support programs that help students overcome challenges, stay connected to school, and achieve success. Whether through school safety initiatives, attendance interventions, alternative education programs, or student support services, I believe every student deserves opportunities to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. I am grateful to be part of the District 201 family and honored to help create pathways that support student success both in and beyond the classroom.

I am grateful to be part of the District 201 family and remain committed to supporting the success, safety, and well-being of every student we serve.

Degrees & Certifications

  • Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Saint Xavier University

  • Bachelor of Arts in Social Science Secondary Education, Saint Xavier University

  • FEMA Emergency Management Training

  • National Incident Management System (NIMS) Training

  • Behavioral Threat Assessment Training

  • NASRO Project Unite Training and Certification

Once a Mustang, always a Mustang. I am proud to continue serving the students, families, staff, and community of Morton District 201.

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