School & Education
School residency or enrollment
Resources that explain the rules for being a resident in a certain school district.
Learn your rights (3 resources)
Describes residency requirements and lists people who can enroll a child in school.
Guide
All Illinois students have a right to attend school for free but some fees still apply.
Guide
Reviews the rights of undocumented immigrant children's access to public education.
Guide
Other resources for the public (15 resources)
Information about high school graduation requirements for students in Illinois. The law also requires that all high school students take a statewide assessment and fill out a FAFSA form.
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Provides a list of documents needed to enroll in school such as immunizations and ways to establish proof of residency.
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Describes residency requirements and lists people who can enroll a child in school.
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Summary of the rights of homeless children to enroll in school. Overview of how to access other services, such as lunch and transportation, and fee waivers.
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