New Families
Welcome to Community High School District 155
Welcome, Trojans, Tigers, Gators, & Wolves! We are excited to welcome you to Community High School District 155 and introduce you to traditions like Friday Night Lights, art shows, plays and musicals, school dances, athletics, and so much more! Our students are more successful and feel more connected when they participate in athletics and extracurricular activities. We encourage you to try new activities and meet new people.
This page is a guide and resource for everything you need to get started in District 155!
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2025 | Class of 2030 New Student Online Enrollment Deadline |
| January 15, 2026 | Class of 2030 High School Kickoff (Select Courses) |
| June – July 2026 | Complete Registration (Registration is completed annually - All FOUR Years) |
| TBD | Distribution Day |
| TBD | Freshmen and Transfer Student Orientation |
| August 12, 2026 | First Day of School |
School Information
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Cary-Grove is consistently ranked among the best public high schools nationally and in the state of Illinois. Cary-Grove High School opened in 1961 and serves students from Cary, Fox River Grove, Oakwood Hills, and Barrington.
2208 Three Oaks Road
Cary, IL 60013
Phone: (847) 639-3825Attendance Hotline: (847) 474-6100 Fax: 847-639-3873 -
Crystal Lake Central is ranked among the best public high schools nationally and in the state of Illinois. Crystal Lake Central opened in 1924 as Crystal Lake Community High School and is the oldest high school in District 155. It serves students from Crystal Lake and Lakewood.
45 West Franklin Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: (815) 459-2505Attendance Hotline: (815) 455-8507 Fax: 815-459-2536 -
Crystal Lake South is consistently ranked among the best public high schools nationally and in the state of Illinois. Crystal Lake South High School opened in 1978 and serves students from Crystal Lake and Lake in the Hills.
1200 South McHenry Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: (815) 455-3860Attendance Hotline: (815) 893-5270 Fax: (815) 477-6907 -
Prairie Ridge High School ranks among the top high schools nationally and in the state of Illinois. Prairie Ridge opened in 1997 and serves students from Crystal Lake, Prairie Grove, Bull Valley, Burton's Bridge, Oakwood Hills, and Ridgefield.
6000 Dvorak Drive
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Phone: (815) 479-0404Attendance Hotline: (815) 893-5600 Fax: (815) 459-8993 -
Haber Oaks is an alternative learning program serving all high schools in D155, which focuses on restorative and trauma-sensitive approaches to support student success and development. Our classes are taught by special education teachers to best support students whose social, emotional, or behavioral needs require highly supportive and supervised special education services throughout the school day.
1200 South McHenry Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014Phone: (815) 893-5300
Frequently Asked Questions for New Families
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Students will receive their course schedule during Distribution Day for freshmen. They will also have an opportunity to find their classrooms and tour the school.
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Your student’s counselor can assist you with course placement and questions regarding your student’s schedule.
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Supply lists are not issued for high school students. Students should bring pencils, pens, folders, notebooks, and their district-issued Chromebook on the first day. Individual teachers will provide details if specific items are needed for class.
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We encourage you to explore summer camps and visit your school’s athletics website for more information.
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Bus route information will be available in Skyward before school starts.
