Student Registration Information
Zion-Benton and ZB East

ONLINE REGISTRATION EXTENDED - PLEASE COMPLETE ASAP!
ONLINE REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPETED BY JULY 16
Please complete online registration ASAP. Deadline is July 2nd
STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (SIS)
D126 is transitioning to Infinite Campus to house all of our student information.
STEP 1 - CREATE INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT ACCOUNT
The district has sent an email to guardians emails we have on file. Please check spam or junk folders for an email from noreply@zb126.il.mg.infinitecampus.org
ONCE YOU CREATE YOUR PASSWORD, YOU WILL HAVE TO RELOG IN USING THE NEW PASSWORD
Video instructions on how to use Campus Parent
Campus Parent Tutorial Page
Zion-Benton District #126 uses a two-step process to register students for school. Participants should complete the online portion by July 2nd.
Online registration is for student who are returning to D126 (this includes current 8th graders from Beach Park Middle, Central Middle, North Prairie Middle and Shiloh Middle).
Parents: Please work through the the online registration to update and demographic data that may be missing or wrong. There will be areas for your to upload health documents. ALL incoing FRESHMAN must have a current physical on file. (Must be a physical dated after 8/12/25)
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact any of the following individuals for help:
- Ms. Diane Holverson -ZBTHS Registrar – ZTBHS (847) 731-9351
- Ms. Yolanda McKenzie- ZB East Registrar – ZB East (847) 731-9804
- Ms. Tina Garcia - Student Services (Spanish) – ZBTHS (847) 731-9356
- Ms. Jane Cheney-Student Services Secretary – ZBTHS (847) 731-9352
END OF JULY: COME IN PERSON FOR ID PHOTO
ID and Technology Distribution
IN-PERSON:
Mon July 27 7:15AM - 4PM
Tues July 28 10AM - 6PM
Weds July 29 7AM - 4PM
Thurs July 30 7AM - 4:PM
Mon Aug 3 7AM - 4PM
Tues Aug 4 10AM - 6PM
Weds Aug 5 7AM - 4PM
Thurs Aug 6 7AM - 4:PM
ZB East students will come to ZB East
ZION-BENTON students will come to ZBTHS
(Parents/guardians are encouraged but not required to accompany their students for Onsite Registration)
- Turn in your Category 1 & 2 Residency documents (if not submitted online)
- Turn in current Physical forms and Immunization records (if not submitted online)
- Take ID photo
- Pick up books, workbooks, computers, and PE uniforms at the Bookstore.
IMPORTANT RESIDENCY INFORMATION
RESIDENCY VERIFICATION PARTNERSHIP
Zion-Benton Township High School District 126 is excited to announce our partnership with CLEAR Residency Verification, a move designed to enhance efficiency and provide greater convenience for our families. This collaboration benefits the Zion-Benton community in several impactful ways:
- Reduced Administrative Burden: Families with stable residency will appreciate the elimination of annual residency document submissions, freeing up their time and effort.
- Seamless Registration Experience: This partnership facilitates a faster and more user-friendly registration process for all, leading to a smoother start to the school year.
- Equitable Resource Allocation: By ensuring the accuracy of student residency, we can more effectively allocate our resources and services to the students truly within our district, upholding fairness and maximizing educational impact.
Important Residency Verification Information for Zion-Benton District 126
For the upcoming school year, Zion-Benton Township High School District 126 is committed to accurately verifying the residency of all students. This ensures we can best serve our community and allocate resources effectively.
If we haven't been able to confirm your residency automatically, or if your student is new to the district, or if your family has recently moved, you will need to provide proof of residency. We encourage all families to begin gathering the necessary documentation now to ensure a smooth and efficient Online-Onsite registration process.
Required Proof of Residency Documents
To confirm a student's eligibility to attend District 126, we require one (1) document showing proper name and address from each of the following categories for verification every school year:
Category I – Proof of Domicile (One document required)
- Most recent property tax bill
- Mortgage papers (for homeowners)
- Current signed and dated lease agreement
- Closing Statement for recent home purchases
- Letter from manager and proof of last month’s payment (for rental properties)
- Notarized letter from landlord in lieu of a formal lease (for month-to-month agreements)
- Letter of Residence: This document is to be used when the person enrolling a student is living with a current District 126 resident (refer to 7:60-AP2, E2 for details).
Category II – Proof of Occupancy (One document required)
- Most recent cable television and/or credit card bill (dated June or later)
- Current public aid card
- Current homeowner's or renter's insurance policy and premium payment
- Most recent gas, electric, and/or water bill
- Mail received at your new residence within the last 30 days
Special Provisions for Military Personnel
Military personnel enrolling a student for the first time in the district must provide one of the following within 60 days after the student's initial enrollment date:
- Postmarked mail addressed to the military personnel
- Lease agreement for occupancy
- Proof of ownership of residence
Important Warning Regarding Residency
Please be advised that knowingly enrolling or attempting to enroll a student who is not a resident of District 126 may result in a Class C misdemeanor. If it is determined that a student is a non-resident for whom tuition is required, the individuals who enrolled the student will be liable for non-resident tuition costs from the date the student began attending a District 126 school as a non-resident.
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding residency or the required documentation, please contact our Student Services department:
- Zion-Benton Township High School: 847/731-9352
- Zion-Benton East: 847/731-9803
NEED TO UPDATE YOUR ENTHINCITY/RACE ON YOUR DEMOGRAPHICS?
You cannot change this in the registration process, it will require extra steps.
IMPORTANT HEALTH INFORMATION
Immunizations
Illinois School Code requires that all incoming ninth graders have a physical examination prior to their freshman year of high school. Students are required to provide proof of immunization for:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Dtap, DTP, TdaP)
- Polio • Hepatitis B • Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR)
- Varicella (unless proof of having disease)
- Meningococcal (MCV4)
All Illinois immunization requirements can be accessed at: https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/publications/idph/topics-and-services/prevention-wellness/immunization/immunization-requirements-chart-2021.pdf
The student’s original freshman physicals are kept on file in the Health Office and can be used for athletic participation. The original freshman physical examination must be completed on the Illinois Department of Human Services’ Certificate of Child Health Examination form, turned in during Onsite Registration or your student will not be allowed to begin the school year. You can obtain a copy of this form below.
A sports physical form does NOT qualify as a freshman physical and will NOT be accepted as such. If your student is participating in high school athletics prior to you completing Online Registration, please be sure to provide the Athletic Office with a copy of your student’s physical examination.
Please note the following on your student’s State of Illinois Physical Examination form:
- Health history must be completed, signed and dated by the parent or guardian.
- Immunization section must be completed, signed and dated by a doctor or the Health Department.
- The physical section must be completed, signed, and dated by a doctor.
Dental Exams
Prior to May 15 of each school year ninth grader must present proof of having been examined by the dentist. If a student in the ninth grade fails to present proof by May 15th, the school may hold the child's report card until one of the following occurs: the child presents proof of a completed dental examination, or the child presents proof that a dental examination will take place within 60 days after May 15th.
MEDICAL FORMS
Physical
For Freshman and Transfer Students
Senior Immunization Form
All seniors need 2nd meningococcal vaccine
Immunization Exempt Form
Religious Exempt: Click Here
Medical Objections: Click Here
Medication Authorization Form
SPORTS PHYSICAL
IHSA Form
NEW STUDENTS TO THE DISTRICT
After June 1
Please come to student services at Zion-Benton, 3901 W 21st St., to begin NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION PROCESS. Questions please contact Registrar Diane Holverson 847-731-9351
Exec. Dir. of Student & Specialized Services
Email: jacob.carlson@zb126.org
Website: zbths.org
Location: 3901 West 21st Street, Zion, IL, USA
Phone: 847-731-9356