Zion-Benton Dist. 126

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Zion-Benton District #126 uses a two-step process to register students for school. Participants should complete the online portion prior to the In-Person registration.

Online Registration Opens: July 1

Online registration opens Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Student Online Registration will be in the Skyward Family Account. Complete each section of the registration process and upload any necessary documents. Student Online Registration allows for the parent/guardian to complete most registration items. Once complete the student must come in to get their ID picture taken and verify completion of the online portion of registration.

In Person Registration:

Mon July 28 7:15AM - 4PM

Tues July 29 10AM - 6PM

Weds July 30 7AM - 4PM

Thurs July 31 7AM - 4:PM

Mon Aug 4 7AM - 4PM

Tues Aug 5 10AM - 6PM

Weds Aug 6 7AM - 4PM

Thurs Aug 7 7AM - 4:PM

ZB East students will come to ZB East

ZION-BENTON students will come to ZBTHS

(Parents/guardians are encouraged 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.

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact any of the following individuals for help:

• Ms. Kathy Cardenas-ZBTHS Principal’s Secretary – ZTBHS (847) 731-9303
• Ms. Yolanda McKenzie- ZB East Registrar – ZB East (847) 731-9804
• Ms. Melissa Tellez-Miscichowski - Student Services (Spanish) – ZBTHS (847) 731-9356
• Ms. Jane Cheney-Student Services Secretary – ZBTHS (847) 731-9352

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:

1. Health history must be completed, signed and dated by the parent or guardian.
2. Immunization section must be completed, signed and dated by a doctor or the Health Department.
3. The physical section must be completed, signed, and dated by a doctor.

Denatal Exam

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.

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:

1. Reduced Administrative Burden: Families with stable residency will appreciate the elimination of annual residency document submissions, freeing up their time and effort.
2. 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.
3. 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.

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
• New Tech High @ Zion-Benton East: 847/731-9803

Please come to student services at Zion-Benton, 3901 W 21st St., to pick up new enrollment forms.

Questions please contact Registrar Diane Holverson 847-731-9351

Jacob Carlson
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