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Crystal Lake South High School

For All Students. For Each Student.

New Families

Welcome Gators!

Welcome, Gators! We are excited to welcome you to Crystal Lake South High School and introduce you to traditions like Friday Night Lights, art shows, plays and musicals, school dances, athletics, and so much more! Our students are more successful and feel more connected when they participate in athletics and extracurricular activities. We encourage you to try new activities and meet new people.

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This page is a guide and resource for everything you need to get started in District 155!

Enrollment Information

All new students must complete the New Student Online Enrollment process. Enrollment is separate from selecting courses and includes uploading required proof of residency documents, the student’s birth certificate, and required health information. Please visit the Enrollment Information webpage for more information.

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Enrollment

Required Health Information

Important Dates

Date Event
November 14, 2025 Class of 2030 New Student Online Enrollment Deadline
January 15, 2026 Class of 2030 High School Kickoff (Select Courses)
June – July 2026 Complete Registration (Registration is completed annually - All FOUR Years)
August 5, 2026 Distribution Day (Sophomores – Seniors)
August 6, 2026 Distribution Day (Freshmen)
August 11, 2026 Freshmen and Transfer Student Orientation
August 12, 2026 First Day of School

Resources for New Families

Food Service

D155 partners with OrganicLife to provide breakfast and lunch. You can manage your child's food service account information through Skyward Family Access.

Health Services

Each school has a qualified nurse on duty during all student attendance days to provide care, respond to health concerns, and support student well-being.

Technology

Students will receive their district-issued Chromebook during Distribution Day before school starts.

Transportation

Bus service is provided to students who reside more than 1.5 miles from school. Bus route information is available on Skyward before the first day of school.

Frequently Asked Questions for New Families

  • Students will receive their course schedule during Distribution Day for freshmen. They will also have an opportunity to find their classrooms and tour the school. 

  • Your student’s counselor can assist you with course placement and questions regarding your student’s schedule.

  • Supply lists are not issued for high school students. Students should bring pencils, pens, folders, notebooks, and their district-issued Chromebook on the first day. Individual teachers will provide details if specific items are needed for class. 

  • We encourage you to explore summer camps and visit your school’s athletics website for more information.

  • Bus route information will be available in Skyward before school starts.