- Northbrook School District 28
- Summer School FAQ
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Where are the District 28 Summer School classes located?
Incoming 1st through 4th grade students will attend classes at Westmoor School which is located at 2500 Cherry Lane, Northbrook.
Incoming 5th through 8th grade students will attend classes at Northbrook Junior High (NBJH) which is located at 1475 Maple Avenue, Northbrook.
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What is the cost to attend Summer School?
The cost to attend summer school is $120 per class for District 28 students. Please note, additional lab fees may be required, as noted in the individual class descriptions.
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How can I register my child(ren) for Summer School?
Consistent with previous years, we are using Active Network, an online registration platform for Summer School. When the registration window opens, you will be able to access the Active Network site via a Summer School & ESY link on the main page of the Northbrook District 28 website under the I’m looking for list: Summer Programming.
When registering your child(ren), please include the grade level(s) for the upcoming school year. For example, if your child is currently a 5th grade student, please register the child as an incoming 6th grade student.
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When can I register my child for Summer School?
Registration for District 28 students opens on Monday, March 28, 2022, at 7:00 PM. Registration closes on Friday, April 8, 2022.
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How will I know if my child is registered?
After you complete the registration process and submit your payment via Active Network, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder.
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Will my child be placed on a waitlist if classes are full?
We will not be placing students on waitlists when classes are full.
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Is my child allowed to take less than four classes?
Yes, your child is allowed to take anywhere between one and four classes. Please note, if your child is taking just two or three classes, they need to be scheduled consecutively.
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Can I request to have my child’s course selection and/or schedule changed after Summer School starts?
Once summer school begins, we will not be honoring any requests to change a child’s course selection and/or schedule.
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What are the hours for classes, and when can my child be dropped off?
Westmoor:
Incoming 1st through 4th grade students
Period 1: 8:45 AM to 9:40 AM
Period 2: 9:45 AM to 10:40 AM
Period 3: 10:45 AM - 11:40 AM
Period 4: 11:45 AM - 12:40AM
Northbrook Junior High:
Incoming 5th through 8th grade students
Period 1: 9:00 AM to 9:55 AM
Period 2: 10:00 AM to 10:55 AM
Period 3: 11:00 AM to 11:55 AM
Period 4: 12:00 PM to 12:55 PM
Students may be dropped off 10 minutes prior to their first class period at both Westmoor & NBJH.
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How will I be informed of upcoming dates and events?
Families of students who are registered for summer school will receive email communications via Active Network. Informational emails will be sent approximately one month prior to the start of summer school and once a week during summer school.
In the event you are not receiving email communications via Active Network, please check your spam folder before alerting staff via email @ summerschool@northbrook28.net.
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What should my child do to be prepared for Summer School each day?
If the weather permits, your child may be going outside, so it is helpful to apply sunscreen at home before arriving. Further, your child should be dressed comfortably and ready to participate in class. For example, if your child is registered for an athletic class, they should be prepared with the proper clothing and shoes.
All students are encouraged to bring a water bottle each day. Consistent with last year, students will not be allowed to eat snacks, so please do not send one. If additional supplies are required, this will be communicated by your child’s teacher(s).
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If my child is taking more than one class, is there someone there to help him or her get to his or her next class?
Yes, our Summer School staff is available to help your child navigate the building. Please consider keeping a copy of your child’s schedule in his or her backpack for easy reference.
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Is transportation provided for Summer School?
No, there are no bus services for our traditional summer school program.
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Are there after-school care opportunities available for students?
Consistent with previous years, we are partnering with the Northbrook Park District which offers a Summer School extension camp called Beyond the Bell. The after-care opportunity is for students, ages 6-12 and will take place at Northbrook Junior High School. The Park District provides bus transportation for students that attend our Summer School program at Westmoor Elementary School after 3rd & 4th periods. If you register for the Beyond the Bell camp, please alert the Park District staff during registration that your child is also registered for the District 28 Summer School program.
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What should I do if my child is going to be late or absent from Summer School?
If your child is absent due to illness or other circumstances, please email staff @ summerschool@northbrook28.net. In the email, you should include your child’s first & last name, the summer school location, and the reason for the absence.
In the event your child will be absent for an extended period of time, please email the staff in advance.
