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East Maine School District 63

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East Maine School District 63 welcomes all students who live within the district's boundaries and meet state age and health requirements. For specific enrollment information, please contact your child's school. If you need to find out which school your child will attend, please use the School Finder to look up the attendance boundaries for your address. 

 

Note: Children Entering Kindergarten must be five years old as of September 1. 

 

  • Families new to the District with a child ready to enter grades 1st - 8th or a new kindergarten student.

    • Confirm residency within District 63 boundaries using our School Locator.
      • Students attending District 63 schools must legally reside within the District’s boundaries. It is a criminal offense to enroll a non-resident student, except as allowed by law. Public school districts are supported by local tax dollars, and falsifying residency is an added burden on our taxpayers.
    • Once residency is confirmed, complete the Initial Registration Worksheet to begin the registration process.  
    • Be sure you have a certified copy of your child's birth certificate. PLEASE NOTE: if the birth certificate is in a language other than English, you must have it officially translated.
    • Once your Parent Portal account is set up, follow the step-by-step instructions. (en español) 

    What Happens Next?

    • Once the initial Registration Worksheet is submitted, the school will email you information about how to set up a Parent Portal account.
    • Once your Parent Portal account is set up, complete the rest of your registration through this portal. If you have technical difficulties or need assistance, email your school.

     

  • Category I (One document required) Category II (Two documents required)
    Homeowners:
    • Mortgage papers 
    • Most recent month’s mortgage statement
    • Form 1098
    • New homeowners (last 6 months) - Closing Disclosure for the purchase of the home
    • Most recent property tax bill AND *proof of payment, e.g., canceled check
    Renters:
    • Lease agreement signed by both parties AND *proof of last month's rent payment. 
    • In lieu of lease - Letter of Residence from Landlord in Lieu of Lease (7:60-AP2. E1) AND *proof of last month's rent payment. Please reach out to the school office.
    Living with a District Resident: English, Spanish
    • I am living with someone else who is the homeowner or lease tenant. If you select this option, you will be required to complete additional residency requirements. Please reach out to the school office.
    • Current Driver’s License
    • Current State of Illinois ID Card
    • Vehicle registration
    • Current credit card bill
    • Current public aid card
    • Current bank statement or welcome letter from the bank, which must include the name and address of the parent/guardian
    • Most recent month’s cable television, internet, and telephone bill
    • Most recent month’s gas, electric, and/or water bill or welcome letter from the utility company, which must include the name and address of the parent/guardian
    • Current homeowners/renters insurance policy and premium payment receipt
    • Voter registration or moving van rental

    *Proof of payment can include copy of front and back of cleared check from bank, copy of money order, copy of cashier's check, payment receipt with landlord's signature and phone number, or an electronic payment receipt with information corresponding to information in the Category I document.

    Documents required for residency: English, Spanish

     

  • Registration for returning students entering grades 1-8, entering kindergarten if they attended First Steps Preschool, and returning to First Steps is completed through the Parent Portal.

  • D63 checks the residency of all new and returning students in February / March each year using the CLEAR Batch public records database. Families may receive an email from the District requesting additional information in order to enroll their student(s). This can happen for two reasons:

    • CLEAR Batch identified inconsistent or insufficient public records for that family
    • The family may have been randomly selected to provide additional documentation.

    If we are unable to verify your residency or you are randomly selected, you will be asked to provide proof of residency during registration.

  • How are fees established?  
    Fees are approved every year by the Board of Education. They help cover a very small portion of the overall cost of materials and services for students. Review the fee list.

    Do you take credit cards?
    Yes. You can pay with a credit card online in your PushCoin account. You can also do so at your child's school office.

    When are fees due?  
    Fees are due as soon as they are assessed in your PushCoin account. For returning students, fees will be assessed soon after registration opens. Fees for optional items (busing, athletics) will be assessed upon confirmation of participation. New students will be assessed fees and invoiced once their registration is approved.

    We moved into District 63 in the middle of the school year. Do I still have to pay for the full-year registration cost?
    Some fees are prorated based on when your child starts school, including the Book/Materials Fee, the Technology Fee, and the Universal Fee. 

    • If the student starts school between November 1 and no later than the end of February, the student will only have to pay two-thirds of the full fee cost. 
    • If the student starts school on or after March 1, the student will only have to pay one-third of the full fee amount. 
    • The amount due is automatically calculated and assessed in your child's PushCoin account.  

    I believe my child is owed a refund. How can I claim it?
    Please review our District's refund policy and procedures.   

    What if my child qualifies for a fee waiver?
    Please refer to our Fee Waiver Information. 

  • School Locator Map - Boundaries

    Which school will your child attend? Use the school locator map to find out. Or, call the District office at 847.299.1900 for additional information.

  • Parent Portal Link
  • Obtaining a Birth Certificate

    More information can be found at Cook County Clerk Website – Vital Records

  • School Supply Lists

    Students use a variety of school supplies in class every day. To help them start the year off strong, please make sure they have the supplies they will need.

  • Student Records

    Notice to Parents/Guardians and Students of Their Rights Concerning a Student's School Records

Pre-K Enrollment

Enroll your pre-K student today and give them a head start on a lifetime of learning!

Early Learning Center

K-8 Enrollment

Enroll your K-8 student today and unlock their potential for success!

Online Enrollment Form

Additional Resources

  • International Families

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If you have any questions or need assistance filling out the enrollment forms, we will gladly walk you through each step.
 

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