Registration of New Students

Enrollment is open to all legal residents who reside within the school boundaries of Lake Forest. Parent or legal guardian must provide proof of Lake Forest residency. Proof of physical examination, current immunization documentation, and birth verification are also required. For more information, click on the Enrollment Checklist link below.

Enrollment Checklist!

If a family is in the process of purchasing/building a home in Lake Forest, or for other questions regarding residency, please contact the Business Office, 847-604-7437.

To be eligible for entry into Kindergarten, a child must be five years of age by September 1st. To enter first grade, a child must be six years of age by September 1st. Students transfering into the school district will be accepted at the grade level recommended by the school of previous enrollment, unless the parent and building principal agree on other assignment in the best interest of the child.

For more information regarding kindergarten, click here.

Registration can be handled at the school buildings, or (during the summer) at the district office located at 300 S. Waukegan Road in Lake Forest (Lake Forest High School West Campus).

Placement of New Students

Placements into various courses for new students are dependent upon a number of factors including:

• Information from prior district.
• Placement testing done once students are officially enrolled within the district.
• Final determination for Explore or Quest placement (gifted) is made through the Quest Committee. Click here for more information on our Explore or Quest programs and placement determinations.
• All other placement decisions are made by the building principal after consultation with parents, previous teachers, and appropriate District 67 personnel.
• Students entering with an active IEP from a previous district should contact the building principal as soon as possible in order to best prepare for the upcoming year.
  
  

Lake Forest School District 67 Student Fees Philosophy

Click here to download the Lake Forest School District 67 Student Fees Philosophy

It is the philosophy of the Board of Education that fees are applied to various optional and enhancement components of the educational program. The revenue generated by these fees allows the District to provide enhanced services and programs. District 67 applies fees for transportation, extended-day kindergarten, materials, technology, athletics, music, facility rental and food services. Additionally, fees are assessed throughout the year for specific activities including field trips and special programs. The charging of fees is permissible by law and District 67 has joined the ranks of most districts whose dependence on fees has increased in recent years. The Board of Education has attempted to balance each fee against its potential impact on educational goals and objectives.

Annually, the administration prepares a recommendation for fees. The Board Finance Committee presents this recommendation to the Board of Education. The recommendation includes the specific fees to be charged, the amounts to be charged, an aggregate estimate of collections, and a timeline. The district has a practice of collecting 100% of fees assessed and in fact, files small claims suits for non-collections. Waivers are granted to those families experiencing financial hardships; please contact the business office at 847-604-7457.

Fees are charged at various levels designed to subsidize programs and services. The Board has determined that it is appropriate for the level of subsidy to reflect the nature of the program or service provided. The following fees have been established in District 67.

School Fees - 2011-2012 School Year

Consumable Materials/Technology

* For families interested in payment by semesters, a $50.00 administrative fee has been added to the semester fee.

School Lunch Program
The lunch program begins on the first full day of school and is in operation each full day school is in session. Menus are posted online.

For more information, please visit the Food Services page of this website.

Association of Parents and Teachers (APT)
Parents have the option of joining the District's Parent/Teacher organization ($28 for membership - includes one directory). The mission of the Lake Forest School District 67 Association of Parents & Teachers is to foster cooperative working relationships, to promote communication within the school community, and to enhance the education and enrichment of our children. Membership in APT supports the children, parents, and professionals (teachers, administration, and support staff).

For more information about the APT, click here

Spirit of 67 Foundation
Parents have the option to make a donation to the District's Spirit of 67 Foundation. The Spirit of 67 Foundation is a not-for-profit organization and the only funding vehicle authorized by District 67. The mission of the Spirit is to raise funds and acquire resources to enrich and enhance the educational and cultural experiences of students, parents, faculty, and staff of District 67 in ways that might not otherwise be provided. The Spirit of 67 Foundation benefits 100% of students in the district.

For more information about the Spirit, click here