Parents

December 3, 2024

Dear Parents/Guardians of the Class of 2029:

We would like to take the opportunity to welcome you and your child to the Stevenson family! We know that your child’s transition from eighth grade to high school is both exciting and filled with many questions. This letter will provide a general outline of the transition process and share information regarding the important steps which families must complete in order for incoming ninth grade students to attend Stevenson High School this fall. 

Everything you need to know regarding the transition process may also be found on the Incoming Freshman section of the SHS website:  www.d125.org/incoming-freshmen. We encourage families to check this section of the website frequently for the most current information.  

Orientation

The Incoming Freshman Orientation Evenings will be held on January 8 (last names A-G), January 9 (last names H-O) and January 14 (last names P-Z) beginning at 7:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center (PAC).  During Orientation, students and their families  will learn more information about Stevenson’s course offerings and co-curricular opportunities from our students, directors and our principal. Each family will receive a packet containing the 2025-26 coursebook, summer school catalog, co-curricular brochure, Transitions booklet and other resources during this evening. Following Orientation, directors will be available to answer questions. If you are interested in participating in a school tour before the Orientation program, please meet at the PWC entrance (parking lot D) or the Forum entrance (parking lot B or E) beginning at 6 p.m. While we ask that you attend the date that corresponds to your last name so that we may try to balance numbers, please choose an alternate date if necessary. There is no need to inform us of the change.

Enrollment

Enrollment is the one-time process of gathering important information about our students and families. The enrollment process will be completed online using Infinite Campus, our student management system. During the week following winter break, your family will receive an email with instructions on how to use Infinite Campus to complete the enrollment process.  Enrollment may be completed beginning January 8 and is due  by January 24.

Course Selection

Course selection is the process of choosing the courses your student will take during the 2025-26 school year. 

During the week of January 13, families will receive a letter sharing your child’s course recommendations. Shortly after this information is mailed, we will host three virtual course selection evenings for incoming freshman students and families on January 16 (last names A-G), January 21 (last names H-O), and January 22 (last names P-Z). While we ask that you attend the date that corresponds to your last name so that we may try to balance numbers, please choose an alternate date if necessary. There is no need to inform us of the change.  During these evenings, families will have the opportunity to meet with a Stevenson school counselor or director some time between 4 and 7 p.m. to choose classes for the  2025-26 school year. Zoom links and instructions for attending the course selection evenings will be posted on the Incoming Freshman Families section of our website in mid-January. Specific course selections must be completed by January 24.

Stevenson High School offers two e-newsletters to help students and families stay informed. The Daily Digest is a daily newsletter published on school days for students and families. It features a mixture of Stevenson news, student announcements and varsity sports results. The e-Minuteman is a monthly newsletter for parents and guardians. It includes important deadlines and reminders, key updates and announcements. All students and families are automatically subscribed to both newsletters each school year.

The time from now until the first day of high school marks the beginning of an important partnership between home and school to ensure that your child has a wonderful high school experience. Please know that we are here to answer any questions/concerns you may have through this process. Kindly reach out to Regina Anderson (847.415.4502/reanderson@d125.org) or Deborah Carver (847.415.4500/dcarver@d125.org) with questions. 

We look forward to working with you and your child!

Kind regards,

Sarah Bowen
Director of Student Services
 

December 2, 2024

Dear Students & Parents/Guardians of the Class of 2025:

As we shared earlier this fall, students must either file a FAFSA or submit a waiver in order to graduate from any public high school in Illinois. More information about the options for meeting this graduation requirement are outlined below. 

We are happy to share that the 2025-26 FAFSA is now available for completion! Families are encouraged to consider completing the FAFSA as soon as possible as this does increase the likelihood of receiving the financial aid and state-based MAP grant aid for which your student may qualify. Families with unique circumstances which may impact financial aid are encouraged to connect directly with the Financial Aid Office of the college.

Below is more information about the three options for meeting the FAFSA graduation requirement:

1. File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is used to apply for financial aid options available through the federal government as well as some state aid options such as the Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant. The FAFSA may be completed by US citizens, permanent residents (Green Card holders), and some VISA holders. Click to learn more regarding eligibility requirements to complete the FAFSA. Please see the note below about support for completing the FAFSA.
    
2. File an Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid. The alternative application allows qualifying undocumented students who are not eligible for federal financial aid to apply for aid through the state or specific college, university, or trade school. The alternative application should only be completed by students not eligible to submit the FAFSA. More information regarding eligibility requirements for the alternative application may be found here. Please see the note below about support for completing the Alternative Application.
    
3. Parents/guardians who wish to opt their child out of this graduation requirement (or whose child does not meet the eligibility criteria to file the FAFSA or alternative application) must submit the FAFSA Nonparticipation Form using their ISAC portal. Directions for completing this process may be found here.

To provide assistance with the FAFSA and Alternative Application process, the College Career Center will be hosting an in-person workshop on Tuesday, December 17th from 4 - 7 p.m. in the Patriot Wellness Center (PWC) room 5120 by appointment only. Senior families who have specific questions and/or need help completing their FAFSA/Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid may meet individually with trained staff. Families who are completing the FAFSA are strongly encouraged to have their FSA ID/accounts created and to have started the FAFSA prior to attending. This will not be a general presentation, but rather an opportunity to ask the individual questions your family may have about completing the FAFSA/Alternative Application.

Families who wish to attend this program must complete either our registration form, email SHS_CollegeCareer@d125.org or call Caroline Hille at 847-415-4517 to secure an appointment. If families need an interpreter, please request so by Tuesday, December 10th. 

After spring break, we will follow-up with families who have not completed one of the three steps described above to be sure this requirement is fulfilled prior to graduation.  Please reach out to your counselor with any additional questions/concerns you may have.  

Kind regards,

Sarah Bowen
Director of Student Services

November 25, 2024

Dear Senior and Parent(s)/Guardian(s),

We wanted to make you aware of two events coming up hosted by the College Career Center.

Preparing for Admission Decisions and the Next Steps

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 7:00 pm; Zoom only: https://zoom.us/j/91504950987 

We heavily encourage seniors and their families to watch together.

Topics will include:

• How and when students will be notified of college decisions

• Tips on processing the news and supporting students 

• The next steps after the decisions are released

• Deferrals, waitlists, and letters of continued interest

This webinar will be recorded and the slides and recording will be uploaded to the College Career Website within one week of the event. Families that would like to request a copy of the slide decks in another language are asked to email shs_CollegeCareer@d125.org, or contact the CCC at 847-415-4517 by Tuesday, December 3rd.

FAFSA and Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid Workshop - By Appointment Only

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, registration is required.

Senior families who have specific questions and/or need help completing their FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid may meet individually with trained staff.

Prior to registering for an appointment, we ask families who are completing the FAFSA:

• Create their FSA Accounts/IDs.  FSA Accounts/IDs can take a few days to process.

• Start the FAFSA (open now!) often families can complete it without any assistance

  • Please note families should be completing the 2025-26 FAFSA

This event will not be a general presentation, but rather an opportunity to ask the individual questions your family may have about completing the FAFSA/Alternative Application.

Families who wish to attend this program must complete either our registration form, email SHS_CollegeCareer@d125.org or call Caroline Hille at 847-415-4517 to secure an appointment. If families need an interpreter, please request so by, Tuesday, December 10th. 

Sincerely,

Ms. Sara Hanson & Mr. Dan Miller
Post Secondary Counselors

October 28, 2024

Greetings,

We would like to invite you to this year's First Generation to United States Undergraduate Admission programming series. Thursday, November 7th will be our second of four evening events geared toward students who are the first in their family to attend a four-year college, or students whose parents have not been educated in the United States. On these nights, families can select from a variety of topics based on their personal needs to help them better understand the U.S. undergraduate admission process.

On November 7th we will have sessions available to watch over Zoom. We will also be providing a space in the building for families to watch these Zoom sessions in-person as an option. During the Zoom sessions, families will have an opportunity to ask questions. Please save the dates for additional First Generation Nights during the 2024-25 school year, taking place on February 4th and April 9th. Please note that many of the sessions will be repeated throughout the series.

November 7th Session Topics

Please utilize our brochure for additional evening details, including descriptions of the sessions and future sessions. We look forward to having you join us. Families unable to attend can find the videos to the series on our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@shsccc

Translated slides and directions to view videos ahead of time in other languages can be viewed here.

Sincerely,

Emin Ademi, Aileen Aragones, Dan Diambri, Sara Hanson, Irina Kogan, Lara Mangialardi, Dan Miller, Natalia Ruiz, Giuliana Scardina, Jaison Varghese & Hector Vazquez

Stevenson High School Staff

October 25, 2024

Hello Junior Families,

All juniors and their parents/guardians are invited to the College Career Center Series for Junior Families. Our first night of the series is on Tuesday, November 12th from 7 pm - 8 pm in the West Auditorium and streamed via Zoom Webinar: https://zoom.us/j/99036131831.

Students are highly encouraged to attend this program with their families as we will have interactive components.

Post Secondary Counselors Sara Hanson and Dan Miller, and Career Resource Specialist Jaime Travis will discuss the following on each respective CCC Junior Night program:

• Junior Night 1 (November 12, 2024) Topics Include:

  • Options after High School How to Search for Colleges and Build a List
  • Financial Costs How to Effectively Use Naviance
  • Questions to Ask Career Exploration Supports
     

• Junior Night 2 (March 20, 2025) Topics Include:

  • How Colleges Admit Students “Holistic” Admission Process
  • Letters of Recommendation Essays
  • Admission Plans Admission Timeline

The slides and recording for this presentation will be available on the CCC website within one week of the event for families who are unable to attend.

Families that would like to request a copy of the slide deck in another language can reach out to shs_CollegeCareer@d125.org, or via phone at (847) 415-4517 prior to Tuesday, November 5th.

We look forward to working with your family,

Sara Hanson, Dan Miller, and Jaime Travis
SHS College Career Center

October 22, 2024

The November 8, 2024, AP Registration deadline is fast approaching, please take the time now to check your AP Exam Registration! To confirm registration you must check two separate systems: Total Registration and College Board student accounts. For steps on how to register, please see information on the d125 website here.

Students can double-check their accounts by logging into their College Board accounts at https://myap.collegeboard.org. Exams must show as "Registered for Exam". Exams will not be ordered unless College Board accounts reflect this message for all exams and are partially paid for in Total Registration . (Payments cannot be made in College Board accounts.)

Students MUST complete both steps in the two separate systems to make sure they are fully registered. If one or both steps are incomplete, exams will not be ordered.

Please keep in mind that a minimum payment of $40 per exam is required to order first-semester-only and full-year course AP exams by the November 8 deadline, with no College Board issued $40 late fee. All exams must be paid for in full and balances must show $0.00 due in students' Total Registration accounts at https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/143550 by March 7, 2025. AP exams will also not be ordered if minimum payment is not received.

Changed Your Mind and Need to Cancel?

To cancel an AP exam and receive full or partial refunds of monies paid, minus any fees, please log into Total Registration https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/143550.

Can I Still Register After November?

Yes! Students have until March 7 to register for AP exams. Fees may apply for certain exams as outlined here. College Board's late registration fee is an additional $40 per exam. Please follow the instructions here to complete registration in the two separate systems.

Should you have any questions, please email shs_testing@d125.org.

Best,

The SHS Testing Team

October 2024
 
Dear Junior and Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

The College Career Center invites you to participate in a Post Secondary SCoPE (P-SCoPE) meeting. This is a 45-minute individual family appointment (student and parent/guardian). I serve as your student's post-secondary counselor to discuss options after high school and answer questions your family might have.

Participating in a P-SCoPE meeting during your junior year can enhance our ability to assist you in the college admission process in the fall. Families may make one such appointment per Junior student.

P-SCoPE meetings are conducted from mid-November through mid-June, with limited Saturday offerings, as well. To ensure the availability of appointments for the Class of 2026, we request the worksheet be returned by Friday, March 7th . Interpreters can be available for the meeting with proper advanced notice.

Steps to scheduling your Post-Secondary SCoPE meeting :

1. Complete the College/Post Secondary Planning Worksheet either via this Google Doc or the writable PDF in the email attachment.  

2. Submit the completed worksheet via email to shs_collegecareer@d125.org or drop it off at the CCC (1123). If scanning/taking a picture, please ensure the photo is clear.

3. Once received, we will email you a Calendly link to schedule your meeting within 2-3 school days.

Please consider viewing our related evening events that will help further our discussion
More information regarding upcoming events will be emailed ahead of each program.

• Financial Aid Night (presented on Sept. 30th), recording is located on our website: www.d125.org/academics/college-career-center/college
• First Gen to US Undergraduate Admission Series: Nov. 7th, Feb. 4th, April 9th
• College Career Center Night for Junior Families Series Part 1 of 2,  Tuesday, Nov. 12th, 7 pm.*
• College Career Center Night for Junior Families Series Part 2 of 2, Thursday, Mar. 20th, 7 pm.*
• *In person (West Auditorium), Zoom, and recorded.

We also encourage you to check out the CCC YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@SHSCCC, where you will find several short, helpful videos about the college search and selection process.

Please know that together, with your school counselor, I am here to serve as a resource for you during this process.

Most Sincerely,
 
Mr. Dan Miller                
Post Secondary Counselor (West Side)    

P.S. Share your passion! The Career Exploration Program is always looking for professionals to volunteer to host students for job shadows, give career presentations, and participate in other career events at Stevenson. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form or contact our Career Exploration Specialist, Ms. Travis, at jtravis@d125.org.

October 2024
 
Dear Junior and Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

The College Career Center invites you to participate in a Post Secondary SCoPE (P-SCoPE) meeting. This is a 45-minute individual family appointment (student and parent/guardian). I serve as your student's post-secondary counselor to discuss options after high school and answer questions your family might have.

Participating in a P-SCoPE meeting during your junior year can enhance our ability to assist you in the college admission process in the fall. Families may make one such appointment per Junior student.

P-SCoPE meetings are conducted from mid-November through mid-June, with limited Saturday offerings, as well. To ensure the availability of appointments for the Class of 2026, we request the worksheet be returned by Friday, March 7th . Interpreters can be available for the meeting with proper advanced notice.

Steps to scheduling your Post-Secondary SCoPE meeting :

1. Complete the College/Post Secondary Planning Worksheet either via this Google Doc or the writable PDF in the email attachment.  

2. Submit the completed worksheet via email to shs_collegecareer@d125.org or drop it off at the CCC (1123). If scanning/taking a picture, please ensure the photo is clear.

3. Once received, we will email you a Calendly link to schedule your meeting within 2-3 school days.

Please consider viewing our related evening events that will help further our discussion
More information regarding upcoming events will be emailed ahead of each program.

• Financial Aid Night (presented on Sept. 30th), recording is located on our website: www.d125.org/academics/college-career-center/college
• First Gen to US Undergraduate Admission Series: Nov. 7th, Feb. 4th, April 9th
• College Career Center Night for Junior Families Series Part 1 of 2,  Tuesday, Nov. 12th, 7 pm.*
• College Career Center Night for Junior Families Series Part 2 of 2, Thursday, Mar. 20th, 7 pm.*
• *In person (West Auditorium), Zoom, and recorded.

We also encourage you to check out the CCC YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@SHSCCC, where you will find several short, helpful videos about the college search and selection process.

Please know that together, with your school counselor, I am here to serve as a resource for you during this process.

Most Sincerely,
 
Ms. Sara Hanson                
Post Secondary Counselor (East Side)  

P.S. Share your passion! The Career Exploration Program is always looking for professionals to volunteer to host students for job shadows, give career presentations, and participate in other career events at Stevenson. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form or contact our Career Exploration Specialist, Ms. Travis, at jtravis@d125.org.

October 17, 2024

Dear Class of 2025 students and parents/guardians,

On Tuesday, Oct. 22, Stevenson is encouraging all families to engage in a “Let’s Talk About Your Future” discussion. While our freshman, sophomore and junior students are having family conversations about the 2025-26 course selection process, we hope to create an opportunity for our seniors and their parents/guardians to have conversations about their plans for after high school. We know that post-secondary planning and discussions are ongoing; however, we are hopeful that this evening will provide students and their families an opportunity to connect about these topics during a busy time of the school year.  This will be a “no homework” evening to provide time for these conversations.

Some topics that may be helpful to consider during your family conversations include:

• Where are you in the college application process? Be mindful of the components and deadlines for each application.
• What type of support do you need with your post-secondary plans? Schedule an appointment with your school counselor or one of our CCC post-secondary counselors. Calendly links to schedule appointments are located on the Student Services website.
• Do your post-secondary plans include options besides attending a four-year college?
  • Learn more about opportunities provided through our Career Exploration Program.
  • Consider attending a Gap Year Fair.  More information regarding potential fairs and their formats will be posted here as it becomes available.
  • If you would like to learn more information about the opportunities available through many of the community colleges in our area, representatives will be visiting Stevenson during the week of Feb. 3-7.
  • If you would like information about a career in the military or trades, representatives from many of our military branches, academies and trades will be visiting Stevenson during the week of March 4-7.

Please know that our counselors and post-secondary counselors are here throughout the school year to provide support and guidance with the post-secondary planning process. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact your counselor.

Kind regards,
Sarah Bowen
Director of Student Services

October 17, 2024

Dear students and parents/guardians,

While it may seem as though this school year just started, students will begin selecting courses for next school year over the next several months. In order to support students in selecting courses which align with their goals and interests, Stevenson will host a two-day “Let’s Talk About Your Future” program!

Tuesday, Oct. 22 — Family Discussion

On this evening, we encourage families to discuss your student’s interests and goals for the future so they feel prepared to make decisions about which courses they will take for the 2025-26 school year. This will be a “no homework” evening to provide time for these conversations. During your family conversation, we encourage you to visit the Let’s Talk About Your Future website. On this page, you will find many resources, some of which are highlighted below, to support your conversations about course selection. 

• Discussion flashcards will help guide family conversations about your student’s future.

• The wellness wheel, which families may consider reviewing prior to a discussion about specific courses, allows students to determine the time needed each day for sleep, movement, and self-care and to build a course schedule that fosters these wellness practices.

• A Co-Curricular Commitments Resource identifies an approximate time commitment for each SHS co-curricular activity to support students in finding balance.

• A Four-Year Planning Tool allows students to create their own list of courses of interest for next school year and beyond. NOTE: This resource is for planning purposes only. Students will sign-up for courses during their course selection appointment with their counselor.

• The Career Pathways Booklet outlines courses and co-curricular activities which provide an opportunity to explore each of the National Career Clusters.

• The 2025-26 coursebook, which is organized by academic division, provides a comprehensive listing of classes offered with course descriptions and pathways. NOTE: This will be posted on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Friday, Oct. 25 — Academic Expo

Students are encouraged to attend the Academic Expo, which will be held during their lunch period in the Glass Commons. Students will have the opportunity to connect with teachers from each division as well as school counselors to:

• Learn more about course offerings in each division for the 25-26 school year.
• Explore connections between courses, post-secondary goals and career interests.
• Ask questions that came up during their family discussion about course choices.
• Enjoy candy and prizes.

We also encourage students and parents/guardians to follow the Student Services instagram account @shs_studentservices to learn more information about the Let’s Talk About Your Future program. Stevenson families will also receive continued reminders and information in the Daily Digest.

As in past school years, students will select their courses during a course selection appointment with their counselor. Course selection appointments will take place during early November for sophomores, late November for juniors, and December for freshmen. More detailed information about the dates and process for course selection will be pushed out in the Daily Digest in the coming weeks. Should you have any questions regarding course selection, please contact your counselor.

We look forward to working with you throughout the course selection process to create a schedule that helps our students explore new opportunities and continue to grow as learners.


Kind Regards,
Sarah Bowen
Director of Student Services 

October 4, 2024

Dear Students and Your Parents/Guardians:

You are scheduled to take the PSAT/NMSQT at Stevenson High School on Wednesday, October 9. Students will be excused from class while testing, however, you are still responsible for any missed work, quizzes, or tests. Please read the information below for more specific test day details.

Room Assignment

Your customized assigned testing room is in...

*The test room indicated above is accurate for all students testing with or without accommodations.

Testing Schedule

• 8:00 a.m. - Doors open and check-in begins.
• 8:30 a.m. - Doors close and testing begins. Please arrive at your room assignment early so we may begin the Readiness Check process. There will be two scheduled five minute breaks, during which time students may stand, stretch at their desk, eat their snack/drink water, or use the bathroom. As always, students may also take bathroom breaks as needed during testing but time does not stop for the exam.
• Approximately 12:30 p.m. - Testing concludes, except for students with certain testing accommodations who will conclude at approx. 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. Students are expected to return to their classes once testing concludes. If students miss their lunch period, they may take 20 minutes to eat their lunch before returning to class.

Preparing for Exam Day

Please review the 2024 PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide here. Please also bring the following materials with you to your exam:

• Your school issued iPad FULLY charged with the Bluebook app downloaded.
  • Before test day: Update the Bluebook app on your school-issued iPad. Simply open the Bluebook app; there's no need to sign in.
• Student ID or other state issued identification
• Pencils (several sharpened, number 2 pencils), sharpener, and eraser.
• Approved calculator

  (We will not provide batteries on test day)

• Snack and drink in a gallon size ziploc baggie to have during the break at their desks.
• Backpacks are permissible and will be stowed away from students' desks during the exam time.

Electronic devices (Cell phones, smart watches, apple pens, etc.)

Students may NOT use any electronic device at any time - not even on a break. Students should turn off and stay away from any electronic devices until after testing. Students will be dismissed from the exam and their test voided immediately if they use an electronic device at any time during testing.

Accommodations

We recommend students with extended time accommodations pack a lunch as the cafeteria closes shortly after testing concludes.

Scores

Scores will be available in students' College Board accounts six to eight weeks after this exam. For more information about PSAT/NMSQT scores click here. Your counselor is the best resource with whom to discuss the PSAT/NMSQT exam and post-secondary plans. If you have more questions about the PSAT/NMSQT or about testing with accommodations, please email shs_testing@d125.org.

Sincerely,
The SHS Testing Team

September 23, 2024

Greetings,

We would like to invite you to this year's First Generation to United States Undergraduate Admission programming series. Wednesday, October 9th will be our first of four evening events geared toward students who are the first in their family to attend a four-year college, or students whose parents have not been educated in the United States. On these nights, families can select from a variety of topics based on their personal needs to help them better understand the U.S. undergraduate admission process.

To kickoff our first night, we will have a mix of sessions that will be available on zoom as well as in person. Families will have an opportunity to ask questions during all sessions. Please save the dates for additional First Generation Nights during the 2024-25 school year, taking place on November 7, February 4th, and April 9th. Please note that many of the sessions will be repeated throughout the series.

October 9th Session Topics

Please utilize our brochure for additional evening details, including descriptions of the sessions and future sessions. We look forward to having you join us. Families unable to attend can find the videos to the series on our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@shsccc

Translated slides and directions to view videos ahead of time in other languages can be viewed here.

Sincerely,

Emin Ademi, Aileen Aragones, Dan Diambri, Sara Hanson, Irina Kogan, Lara Mangialardi, Dan Miller, Natalia Ruiz, Giuliana Scardina, Jaison Varghese & Hector Vazquez

Stevenson High School Staff

September 19, 2024

Dear Class of 2026 students and families,

We are a little over a month into the 2024-25 school year, and we sincerely hope that your students have enjoyed the start of first semester! As you may have heard, Illinois will transition to ACT as the state’s federally required high school accountability assessment starting in 2025. However, your junior student will take the PSAT/NMSQT as planned on Oct. 9.

The test will serve as a practice exam for future assessments and offer students the opportunity to qualify for scholarships through National Merit Scholarships. Beginning in the new year, state assessments will be in the PreACT and ACT format. More information will be provided after winter break.

What should families do to prepare?

The College Board’s Bluebook app is required for the PSAT/NMSQT. Students complete and submit their tests directly to the College Board using the app.

Juniors should already have the Bluebook app downloaded to their school-issued iPad. If not, please download the app from the Self Service app. If you have issues, please contact the Stevenson SMARTdesk or stop by Room 3014.

From there, juniors use their College Board credentials to log into the Bluebook app. If you don’t remember your College Board credentials, contact the College Board for assistance via phone (866-756-7346) or inquiry form.

Once you log into the Bluebook app, you can take practice tests, watch an overview of the test experience, and more.

We will continue to be in touch with you and your student in the run-up to the PSAT/NMSQT in October. If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Teaching and Learning Division.

Sincerely,

Troy Gobble
Principal

September 16, 2024

The College Career Center will hold its annual Financial Aid Night at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30 in the PAC as well as live-streamed via Zoom (https://zoom.us/j/95296140065). This event will be recorded and the slides and recording will be available on the College Career Center website within a week of the event.

Post Secondary Counselors Ms. Sara Hanson and Mr. Dan Miller will partner with Mr. Jerry Cebrzynski, Associate Vice President for Financial Aid at Lake Forest College, for this presentation, which is meant primarily for families who have current juniors or seniors.

Details about applying for college financial assistance through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be discussed, along with the types of financial aid available, and how eligibility for aid is determined. Families with seniors typically complete their FAFSA form in October (for the class of 2025, the FAFSA will open on December 1st).

Junior and Senior families that would like to request a copy of the slide deck in another language are asked to e-mail: shs_CollegeCareer@d125.org, or contact the CCC at (847) 415-4517 by Monday, September 23rd.

Sincerely,

Ms. Sara Hanson and Mr. Dan Miller
SHS Post Secondary Counselors

September 6, 2024

Dear Students & Parents/Guardians of the Class of 2025:

As our seniors and their families know all too well, a post-secondary education can be quite expensive!  To that end, an important part of the post-secondary exploration process for many families is the consideration of financial aid, which may be provided through a variety of sources.  The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an application used by colleges and other post-secondary institutions to determine a student’s eligibility for need-based federal financial aid such as grants, loans, and work-study programs. 

To ensure that families receive information regarding the FAFSA and resources to assist in completing this application, the Illinois General Assembly passed Public Act 101-0180 in 2020.  This legislation amended the Illinois graduation requirements for any public high school student to include one of the following steps which must be completed to earn a high school diploma:

• File a 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  The FAFSA is used to apply for financial aid options available through the federal government as well as some state aid options such as the Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant. The FAFSA may be completed by US citizens, US permanent residents, and some VISA holders. Click to learn more regarding eligibility requirements to complete the FAFSA.
• File a 2025-26 Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid.  The alternative application allows qualifying undocumented students who are not eligible for federal financial aid to apply for aid through the state or specific college, university, or trade school. The alternative application should only be completed by students not eligible to submit the FAFSA.  More information regarding eligibility requirements for the alternative application may be found here.
• Parents/guardians who wish to opt their child out of this graduation requirement (or whose child does not meet the eligibility criteria to file the FAFSA or alternative application) must submit the FAFSA Nonparticipation Form using their ISAC portal. Directions for completing this process may be found here.

Please note:  The 2025-26 FAFSA is undergoing a revision process and is not expected to be available for families to complete until December, 2024.  The FAFSA Nonparticipation Form is also not available for families to complete until December, 2024.  

Once the FAFSA becomes available, we encourage families to complete it as soon as possible as this does increase the likelihood of receiving the financial aid and state-based MAP grant aid for which your family may qualify.  In addition, families with unique circumstances which may impact financial aid are encouraged to connect directly with the Financial Aid Office of the college.  After spring break, we will follow-up with families who have not completed one of the three steps described above to be sure this requirement is fulfilled prior to graduation.

On September 30th, our post-secondary counselors, Mrs. Sara Hanson & Mr. Dan Miller, will partner with Mr. Jerry Cebrzynski (Associate Vice President for Financial Aid at Lake Forest College) to host a Financial Aid Program for families.  The presentation begins at 7:00 pm and will be held in-person in the West Auditorium as well as remotely via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/95296140065. On December 17th, our post-secondary counselors will host a FAFSA Completion Workshop by appointment.  More information about this program will be shared with families as the date nears.

In addition, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission provides SHS with a representative who is able to meet individually with students and families to provide assistance with the FAFSA completion process. Our ISAC representative, Emily Coveny, may be reached via email (Emily.coveny@illinois.gov) or by phone (847-309-4510).

Please know that we are here to support your family with the FAFSA completion process.  Please contact your school counselor or one of our post-secondary counselors with any questions you may have.

Kind regards,

Sarah Bowen
Director of Student Services

August 15, 2024

Hello Senior Families!

The College Career Center will hold its annual Senior Family Night from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, August 26th. The event will be in the PAC and live-streamed through Zoom https://zoom.us/j/92935034765. It is open to all parents and guardians of seniors at Stevenson.

During the presentation, Post Secondary Counselors Sara (English) Hanson and Dan Miller will discuss how to apply to colleges. Topics to be covered include types of applications (Common App, for example), admission plans (including Early Decision), deadlines, obtaining a transcript, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, essays, and scholarships.

The slides and the recording will be accessible on our website within a week of the event.

Families that would families like to request a copy of the slide decks in another language are asked to email shs_CollegeCareer@d125.org, or contact the CCC at 847-415-4517 by Monday, August 19th.

Sincerely,

Ms. Sara Hanson and Mr. Dan Miller
SHS Post Secondary Counselors

August 14, 2024

Dear Parent(s):

As we prepare to start the 2024-2025 school year, I am pleased to extend an invitation for you to attend one of our annual Open House evenings. We fully realize that the communication and support between home and school is an important part of the successes our students experience. We very much look forward to these nights because they provide us with an opportunity to meet the parents of our students, inform you about the curriculum in the courses your child is taking, and showcase many of the resources we offer to students and families of Stevenson High School. 

Open House is scheduled for two nights, one of which parents should attend based on their last name:

• Wednesday, August 21, from 7:00 - 9:30 pm: Last Names A – L
• Thursday, August 29, from 7:00 - 9:30 pm: Last Names M – Z

If you have a calendar conflict with the designated evening, please feel free to attend on the other date. There is no need to inform us of the change. We encourage all parents to attend one of the two nights.

To help you in your planning, we have attached a blank schedule with the times of each period indicated. Please have your child fill in their courses, room numbers, and teachers’ names before attending Open House. You may also choose to print your child’s schedule via the Infinite Campus portal. Please bring this schedule with you.

Maps of the school will be provided at all main entrances to facilitate your visit, or your student may pick up a map prior to Open House in Room 2400 or 3046. We will also have students from our Freshman Mentor Program stationed throughout the two buildings to help direct you to any location.

Parking will be available on campus, but it is limited. Parking is also available at the Carlson Labs parking lot just south of Rte. 22 on Schelter Road. We will run shuttle buses to and from the Carlson Labs parking lots throughout the evening. Please plan to arrive with enough time to walk to class or ride the shuttle bus.

I look forward to seeing you on one of these evenings. Please note that we have scheduled late arrivals (classes beginning at 10:30 a.m.) for August 22 and 30.
Sincerely,

Troy Gobble
Principal

Physical Education Class Location Notes:

• All Choice PE and Freshmen Foundations classes will meet in the PWC on the turf.
• All Lifeguarding & Pool Leadership classes will meet on the Pool Deck (Room 5000).
• All other P.E. classes will meet in the rooms  below: 
  • APE & APE leadership → Room 5042
  • Adventure Education Class → Room 2111 
  • PE leadership → Field House

Parents of students enrolled in freshman advisory, ELL tutorial, mentor skills, guided study, guided study math, or study skills, please include these classes in your schedule.

During a free time, such as study hall, unscheduled, or lunch, please enjoy the opportunity to:

• Learn about the role of your Student Support Team (SST) and the resources available at Stevenson and through our community in supporting the wellness of our students.  SST members will be located in the forum (West Building) and the pool lobby/Glass Commons (East Building).  Stop by to ask questions or say hello!
• Have your Infinite Campus questions answered or activate your account in the Principal’s Conference Room (RM 3046/3048).
• Stop by to see School Operations at the Patriot School Store off of the Wood Commons (west building) to inquire about the Patriot Dollar program, purchase new Stevenson Swag, or ask about Transportation.
• Meet with a school representative to learn more about student opportunities at the Lake County High Schools Technology Campus in the Wood Commons (West Building).
• Stop by the Information and Learning Center (ILC) in Room 2300 to learn about the services and librarians who are here to support our students as they research and read.
• Learn about resources for focused study in the Quiet Learning Center (QLC) in Room 2115 (West Building). Students with Guided Study classes meet in this space. Also, please feel free to visit the ILC (in the west) and the ELC (in the east) to learn about the drop-in tutoring resources available for your student. 
• Visit the College/Career Center in Room 1123 (West Building) throughout the evening.
• Stop by the Wood Commons (West Building) to learn how the Stevenson Foundation and Alumni Association support student success and engage with community members throughout the year.
• Purchase Stevenson apparel in the Patriot School Store (Wood Commons/West Building) or the Boosters in the Glass Commons from 6:00 – 9:00 pm.
• Enjoy refreshments during the evening in both the East Building and West Building cafeteria/commons areas.

August 14, 2024

Dear Parents of Freshmen and Transfer Students:

As we begin the 2024-2025 school year, I would like to welcome you and your child(ren) to the Stevenson High School family! At Stevenson, we strive to build partnerships between school and home because we know these connections are integral to the success of our students.  

I am pleased to extend an invitation for you to attend one of our annual Open House evenings. During the Open House evenings, you will have the opportunity to meet your child’s teachers, learn about the curriculum in the courses your child is taking, and experience many of the resources we offer to students and families of Stevenson High School. 

Open House is scheduled for two nights, one of which parents should attend based on their last name:

• Wednesday, August 21 from 7:00 - 9:30 pm: Last Names A – L
• Thursday, August 29 from 7:00  - 9:30 pm: Last Names M – Z

Prior to the start of both Open House evenings, freshman and transfer student families are invited to meet with their child’s counselor from 6:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. During this discussion, you will meet your child’s counselor, learn about the role of the counselor in your student’s experience at Stevenson, and ask questions that you may have. Each student is also assigned to a dean, social worker, and school psychologist who, together with the counselor, comprise the Student Support Team (SST) for your child. 

The counselors and the locations for the meeting are listed below. Your child’s counselor may be found via the Infinite Campus portal. Interpreters for the six languages most commonly spoken by SHS families will be available for the counselor discussions in the locations listed below.

If you have a calendar conflict with the designated Open House evening, please feel free to attend on the other date. There is no need to inform us of the change. We encourage all parents to attend one of the two nights.

To help you in your planning, we have attached a blank schedule with the times of each period indicated. Please have your child fill in their courses, room numbers, and teachers’ names before attending Open House. You may also choose to print your child’s schedule via the Infinite Campus portal. Please bring this schedule with you.

Physical Education Class Location Notes:

• All Choice PE and Freshmen Foundations classes will meet in the PWC on the turf.
• All Lifeguarding & Pool Leadership classes will meet on the Pool Deck (Room 5000).
• All other P.E. classes will meet in the rooms  below: 
  • APE & APE leadership → Room 5042
  • Adventure Education Class → Room 2111 
  • PE leadership → Field House

Parents of students enrolled in freshman advisory, ELL tutorial, mentor skills, guided study, guided study math, or study skills, please include these classes in your schedule.

During a free time, such as study hall, unscheduled, or lunch, please enjoy the opportunity to:

• Learn about the role of your Student Support Team (SST) and the resources available at Stevenson and through our community in supporting the wellness of our students.  SST members will be located in the forum (West Building) and the pool lobby/Glass Commons (East Building).  Stop by to ask questions or say hello!
• Have your Infinite Campus questions answered or activate your account in the Principal’s Conference Room (RM 3046/3048.
• Stop by to see School Operations at the Patriot School Store off of the Wood Commons (west building) to inquire about the Patriot Dollar program, purchase new Stevenson Swag, or ask about Transportation.
• Meet with a school representative to learn more about student opportunities at the Lake County High Schools Technology Campus - Wood Commons (West Building).
• Stop by the Information and Learning Center (ILC) in Room 2300 to learn about the services and librarians who are here to support our students as they research and read.
• Learn about resources for focused study in the Quiet Learning Center (QLC) in Room 2115 (West Building). Students with Guided Study classes meet in this space. Also, please feel free to visit the ILC (in the west) and the ELC (in the east) to learn about the drop-in tutoring resources available for your student. 
• Visit the College/Career Center in Room 1123 (West Building) throughout the evening.
• Stop by the Wood Commons to learn how the Stevenson Foundation and Alumni Association support student success and engage with community members throughout the year.
• Purchase Stevenson apparel in the Patriot School Store or the Boosters in the Glass Commons from 6:00 – 9:00 pm.
• Enjoy refreshments during the evening in both the East Building and West Building cafeteria/commons areas.

Maps of the entire school will be provided at all main entrances to facilitate your visit, or your student may pick up a map prior to Open House in Room 2400 or 3046. We will also have students from our Freshman Mentor Program stationed throughout the two buildings to help direct you to any location.

Parking will be available on campus, but it is limited. Parking is also available at the Carlson Labs parking lot just south of Rte. 22 on Schelter Road. We will run shuttle buses to and from the Carlson Labs parking lots throughout the evening. Please plan to arrive with enough time to walk to class or ride the shuttle bus.

I look forward to seeing you on one of these evenings. Please note that we have scheduled late arrivals (classes beginning at 10:30 a.m.) for August 22 and 30.
Sincerely,

Troy Gobble
Principal
 

August 5, 2024 

Dear Stevenson Freshman Families,
We are so excited to welcome our Class of 2028 to Stevenson High School on Friday, August 9, for Freshman Orientation Day from 8:30 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.! Please continue reading for detailed information about the day. We will also host a webinar on Wednesday, August 7 at 7 p.m. to answer frequently asked questions so you feel ready and confident for the first day of school! Do you have a specific question in mind? Submit it here! 

We will kick off the day with morning bus routes to school. Junior and senior student mentors will be ready to greet you on the buses and in the building to help you find your classroom. Once you arrive on campus, you will report directly to your student's room to kick off Freshman Orientation Day festivities.

The morning’s events will include meeting your fellow Freshman Advisory members, counselor and dean, a pep assembly and a tour of the school. Then in the afternoon, all freshmen will have lunch and then participate in a mini schedule to get a better handle on where their classes are and meet their teachers! At the end of the day, students will be bussed home. To ensure a smooth orientation, please take a few minutes to read the information below:

Bussing

Please see details for your student's bus route information below.

Route Status:

Route Details:

• Bus Number
• Stop Location
• Pickup Time
• PM Route Lot (This is the Lot where your student should go after school to catch their bus home. All buses pickup in either Lot D - Patriot Wellness Center or Lot E - Sports Center.)

Late Activity Bus: (This is the bus student’s can take home if staying after school Buses leave from the PWC at 4:30, 5:30, & 6:30.)

Please review the following important reminders about bussing below. 

• If your student takes an individual special form of transportation to school, you will be contacted directly by the Transportation Department.
• Students who selected no transportation needed on their registration form were NOT assigned to a bus route. If you did not receive a bus assignment and need to request one, please email transportation@d125.org or 847-415-4075. For the short term, please check the website for your closest stop and your child may ride that route.
• Students living on the following streets are considered to be safe walking distance to school and have NOT had a route assigned. Apple Hill, Palazzo Drive, Hotz and Indian Creek.

Driving to and from Stevenson

If you prefer to drive your student to and from Freshman Orientation Day, please give yourself plenty of time to get to school and review this information on how to navigate our campus. 

You can drop off your student in Lot B only located by Stevenson’s main entrance (accessible from Half Day Road), where we will have mentors waiting to greet students. Students may be picked up after orientation from Lot B only as well. Please visit our website for additional information on transportation throughout the school year.

Other things to note

• Lunch: You can bring your own lunch or purchase one at the cafeteria using Patriot Dollars, which is the fastest way to make a purchase. You may also use cash or credit.
• What to bring: Your school-issued iPad (if you took summer school), writing utensils, a folder and a notebook. If you did not take summer school, you will receive your iPad on Freshman Orientation Day.
• IDs: Students will take their ID photos and go home with their IDs on the same day! Please make sure you always have your ID for riding the bus, making purchases on campus and ensuring a safe environment on campus.

We are so excited to welcome you to our campus on Friday, Aug. 9. This information will be posted on our Incoming Freshman: Class of 2028 page for your future reference. If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us and we would be happy to assist you!

Have a great week, and see you Friday!
 

July 31, 2024

Dear Stevenson students and families,

We hope today’s message finds all our Stevenson families well and enjoying everything the summer season has to offer! With the beginning of the school year just a few weeks away, we wanted to reach out with a few updates and reminders to help ensure a smooth transition on the first day of school on Aug. 12.

Attendance
New for this year, parents and guardians will be asked to report any student absences in the parent portal in Infinite Campus. Please watch this video or download this guide to learn how to report an absence.

As a kind reminder regarding our attendance policy: Daily attendance is foundational to supporting consistent routines, engaged learning and, ultimately, academic success for students. While we understand many circumstances may lead to non-attendance, we are committed to staying in touch with parents and guardians about their student’s attendance and having conversations about chronic absenteeism, when needed. 

Orientation
For sophomores, juniors and seniors: There is no orientation for these grade levels. School IDs will be mailed home on Aug. 5, and all other learning materials will be distributed during school and yearbook photos will be taken at a later time. 

If students in these grade levels would like early access to campus to find their classes, they may do so on Aug. 8 from 1 - 3 p.m. Please note that teachers will not be available for meet and greets with sophomores, juniors and seniors. 

For freshmen: We are so excited to see you at Freshman Orientation Day on Friday, Aug. 9! Separate communication will be emailed and posted on Monday, Aug. 5. We will also have a webinar for first-time Stevenson families (freshman and transfer student families) on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. to answer frequently asked questions so you feel ready and confident for the first day of school! Do you have a specific question in mind? Submit it here! 

Schedules
Once your family has completed the registration process (residency verification, fees payment and permissions signed), students in the following grade levels can access their schedules via Infinite Campus on these dates:

• Seniors: Aug. 5

• Juniors: Aug. 6

• Sophomores: Aug. 8 

• Freshmen will receive their schedules in person during Freshman Orientation Day.

Daily Digest and School Calendar
The Daily Digest, Stevenson’s daily newsletter featuring stories and events around campus, will resume on Monday, Aug. 12. Monday editions are particularly important with a dedicated Family To Do list for parents and guardians. Additionally, our school calendar is a fantastic resource that is always kept up-to-date for your family’s planning purposes. 

Getting to and parking on campus
Now may be a good time to revisit our Transportation page where you can find bussing information, traffic patterns, how to purchase assigned term parking and when to pick up your parking sticker. Please give yourselves plenty of time to get to campus, as we see congestion for morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.

• NOTE: Bus stops will be posted before the first day of school. Freshman families will receive a tailored email with their stop on Aug. 5. 

Parent logins
Last but not least, we want to ensure parents and guardians are aware of the various platforms they can use to support their student’s learning, including Patriot Dollars, Infinite Campus and the Interactive Report Card. All platforms and login directions are listed on the Parent Logins page of our website. 

Looking ahead, please mark your calendars for our Open House the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 21 and Thursday, Aug. 29. During that time, parents and guardians will have the opportunity to hear about their student’s course curriculum, meet their teachers and Student Support Team (SST), learn about the many of the resources we offer to families and take a look at what’s new around campus.

We hope this welcome back message provides some helpful reminders and tips for a successful start to the school year. As always, if you have any questions specific to your student, you can always reach out to their counselor. In the meantime, we are very much looking forward to having our students back on Monday, Aug. 12!

July 10, 2024

Dear Stevenson Parents and Guardians,

We hope that summer continues to be a safe and healthy one for you and your family! We want to ensure all families feel confident that all required actions have been taken as we approach the start of the 2024-25 school year. As promised in early June, we are following up today to provide instruction on how to complete the final step of the annual registration process: fee payments.

Annual Registration Deadline: Aug. 1
The fee management module in Infinite Campus is NOW available to view and/or make payments. This is the final step to your student’s registration process. Please login to your parent portal, click fees in the left menu or under your student’s name. You will see a list of fees associated with your student including, annual instructional fee, driver’s ed if applicable, and any other options you selected when completing your registration form. You may add to cart and complete your payment.

If you have not completed residency verification and the annual registration form, there are just three weeks left to do so. Residency verification must be completed prior to completing any fee payments. Families will receive weekly emails until all steps of the process have been completed. Please reference those emails for specific details around your student’s registration status. If you do not receive an email, then all steps are complete.

NOTE: 

• Seniors: Fees must be paid before you will have access to purchase parking.

• If you are in need of financial assistance and have not already spoken to our School Operations office, please email or call 847-415-4121 to inquire.

Timely completion of this step of the registration process helps us guarantee accurate bus assignments for our students and provides a smooth transition to the start of the school year. These steps must be completed by August 1.

Schedules and IDs
Once all steps of the annual registration process have been completed, the 2024-25 class schedules will be available to sophomores, juniors and seniors on the following dates: Seniors can access their schedules on August 5. Juniors can access their schedules on August 6. And sophomores can access their schedules on August 8. School IDs for sophomores, juniors and seniors will be mailed home in early August. As a kind reminder, there will be no orientation for students in these grade levels.

Freshman will receive their schedules and IDs during Orientation Day on Friday, August 9, with more information, including bussing details, to be provided in early August.

Parking for Seniors
Seniors who have completed all steps of the annual registration process may purchase assigned term parking starting today through Omella. Seniors must have their ID # in order to purchase term parking (used as access code), which is assigned on a “first come, first serve” basis. 

We will send additional information to all seniors regarding purchasing parking tomorrow. It’s important that you review this email prior to purchasing.

Daily parking will open for juniors and seniors at the start of the school year and will be available for purchase, also via Omella.

We sincerely thank you for your patience and ongoing attention to our annual registration process. We will be in touch again in late July with final reminders. In the meantime, we wish you a happy and healthy summer.

June 6, 2024

Dear Stevenson Parents and Guardians,

We hope this email finds you and your family well and enjoying the summer! Thank you for your continued attention and patience as we work through the annual registration process. We appreciate your partnership in ensuring a smooth transition to the 2024-25 school year. 

We kindly want to remind you that if you have not completed your annual registration form, it is important you do so by June 15. Completing this form ensures a smooth transition to the final piece of the registration process. Additionally, those who complete their form will be entered in a raffle for a chance to win some amazing giveaways, including yearbooks, parking passes, Booster passes, Patriot School Store swag/coupons!

To complete the registration form, please login to your parent portal on Infinite Campus, view documents that need attention, and complete the “annual registration form.” For assistance with your login details, please contact data_processing@d125.org.

A few notes about the annual registration form and fees payment process from this point:

• Fees may be paid AFTER July 10 once your residency has been verified. Families will receive a notification to this effect in early July. For those in need of financial assistance, please email us or call 847-415-4121.

• The annual registration form is where you will find information about joining the PPA, donating to the Stevenson Foundation and ordering a yearbook.

  • The Stevenson Foundation is an independent nonprofit organization that empowers students to reach their fullest and brightest futures. Vital Foundation programs including, One Family, Stevenson to College (S2C), senior scholarships, and our Alumni Association provide students with the assistance and opportunities they need to succeed at Steenson and beyond.

  • The Stevenson Patriot Parent Association (PPA) is a volunteer organization for guardians that provides fundraising programming for student-related activities. The PPA is a vital component of Stevenson which fosters community by enhancing educational, social, and environmental components at our school. 

  • Other options include: yearbook, commencement ceremony DVD, senior panoramic portrait, etc.

  • Planning to attend Stevenson athletic events? All Family Booster or Student Activity Passes are now available for purchase on GoFan. 

A few kind reminders about the 2024-25 school year:

• Health forms for incoming freshmen and seniors - ASAP. Health forms for incoming freshmen were due to the nurse's office on May 1. If you have not completed and submitted this information, please do so at your earliest convenience. Health forms can be found on the Family To-Do list on the Class of 2028 webpage. Additionally, families of seniors must provide proof of their meningococcal vaccine (received on or after age 16). Forms may be submitted via email.

• Schedules for sophomores, juniors and seniors. The 2024-25 class schedules will be available to students through Infinite Campus on the following dates once registration has been completed. Seniors can access their schedules on August 5. Juniors can access their schedules on August 6. And sophomores can access their schedules on August 8.

• No orientation for sophomores, juniors and seniors. We will no longer have orientation for sophomores, juniors and seniors. Materials will either be mailed home (ie, IDs) or picked up in class (ie, books).

• Orientation for freshmen only. Freshman Orientation Day is Friday, August 9. In addition to schedules, materials and school IDs, freshmen will meet their student mentors and members of their student support team, get a tour of the school, participate in a welcome assembly and run through class schedules. More information, including bussing details, will be provided in early August.

• Parking for seniors only. This year, the process for claiming parking for seniors will be done through the Patriot School Store. Completion of the annual registration process will be required to purchase parking. Please be on the lookout for more information mid-July.

We will send email reminders and instructions about these important deadlines as we move through the registration process. As always, please reach out to us if you have any questions! We will be in touch again in early July.

May 8, 2024

Dear Stevenson parents and guardians,

With the summer quickly approaching, we want to reach out with an overview of what to expect as we prepare for the upcoming 2024-25 school year as well as some updates to our processes. Please note: This is an overview of what is to come. Please review each part of the process below to determine any action needed at this time. We will continue to send detailed reminders and instructions in the coming weeks and months.

Part 1 of registration - annual registration form due by June 15 (Action required starting today). Families may complete their Annual Registration Form via their parent portal on Infinite Campus starting today. Once you log in, under your student(s), you will see an indicator stating “documents need attention.” Please click there and complete the 2024-25 annual registration form by June 15. For assistance with your login details, please contact data_processing@d125.org. 

Part 2 of registration - residency verification (Action may be required beginning the week of May 13). During the week of May 13, we will begin the annual residency verification process, which is automatically handled through a third-party vendor. If your residency is confirmed, an email confirmation will be sent to you to this effect and no further action is required. If your residency is not confirmed, we will provide instructions on how to provide additional documentation. Please do not submit any documents at this time. Residency must be verified in order to complete the remainder of the annual registration process.

Part 3 of registration - fee payment due by August 1 (Action required starting July 10 after residency has been verified). You will receive notification in early July of the school fees that must be paid. Please note you will not be able to complete this part of the process until your residency has been verified. If you are interested in exploring Financial Assistance, please contact Mandy Johnson at ajohnson@d125.org for more information.

A few other updates for families:

• Freshman Orientation Day. Freshman families, please save the date for Freshman Orientation Day, which will take place on Aug. 9 at Stevenson! More detailed information will be emailed to you later this summer. NOTE: We no longer have orientation for sophomores, juniors and seniors. Materials will either be mailed home (ie, IDs) or picked up in class (ie, books).

• Summer School. If you signed up to take a summer school course, you should have received information on what to expect earlier today.

• Schedules. Freshmen will receive their 2024-25 schedule during Freshman Orientation Day. For all other grade levels, class schedules will be available to students through Infinite Campus once all steps of the registration process have been completed. Seniors can access their schedules beginning Aug. 5. Juniors can access their schedules beginning Aug. 6. And sophomores can access their schedules beginning Aug. 8.

• Parking for seniors only. Starting this year, the process for claiming parking for seniors will be done through the Patriot School Store. More information will be provided in early July. NOTE: Parts 1-3 of the registration process must be completed before parking can be purchased.

Please be assured that we will reach out proactively with reminders and action items as we move through the annual registration process. As always, please reach out to us if you have any questions! We will be in touch again in early June.