A parent or legal guardian must officially register students for school. An appointment is required if you prefer to register in person. Parents are encouraged to register their child/children as soon as possible to help ensure that school and students are well prepared for the first day of school. Doing so helps our school and teachers be equipped and ready to make each student's first day pleasant and productive.

• Students must meet all health requirements, including up-to-date physical examinations and immunizations as detailed on the Health Requirements Page, and receive clearance from the health office before attending school.

• At its community health centers, the Lake County Health Department offers vaccinations for adults, infants, and children. To schedule an appointment at a health center near you, call the Lake County Health Department—Patient Access Center at (847) 377-8800. 

• Children must be three years old by September 1st to enter preschool.

• To enter kindergarten, children must be five years old by September 1st. A child who will be six years old on or before September 1st must attend school.

Three current proofs of residency are required to verify residency in North Chicago Community Unit School District 187:

One from Category 1:

• Real Estate Tax Bill

• Mortgage Statement

• Signed and Dated Lease with expiration date

Two from Category 2:

• Gas Bill

• Electric Bill

• Cable/Internet Bill

• Medicaid/All Kids Card (DHS mail with name & Address)

• Voters Registration Card

• Car Registration

• Car Insurance Policy

• Bank Statement

*Parents must also show a driver's license or State ID*

We encourage you to register your student for the upcoming school year through SchoolMint, our secure online enrollment platform.

Parents needing assistance with the registration application are welcome to email our District Registrar Jaqueline Silva at jsilva@d187.org or call 847-775-1610 for K-8th grade or email our High School Registrar Maria Maldonado at mmaldonado1@d187.org or call 847-775-1643 for 9-12 grade to receive guided assistance with the registration process. Registration hours may vary. If you cannot come in during the listed times, please get in touch with Ms. Silva or Ms. Maldonado for further assistance.

For NEW students to District 187, please contact:

Jaqueline Silva 847-775-1610 for Kinder - 8th grade, or click here to schedule an appointment. (SPANISH)

Maria Maldonado 847-578-7400 for 9th - 12th grade, or click here to schedule an appointment. (SPANISH)

New Families with multiple students in different grade levels should register with Ms. Jaqueline Silva.