Instructions for Incoming Freshmen from Private Schools or Homeschool Programs

Welcome! We’re excited to support your student’s transition to Glenbard West High School next school year. Below you’ll find the steps to begin the enrollment process.

Step 1: How to Complete Online Pre-Registration

If your student currently attends Hadley or Glenside, we already have their information in our system. You do not need to complete pre-registration.

• If your student does not attend Hadley or Glenside and you live within the Glenbard West boundaries:

• Use the Boundary Checker (click the magnifying glass to search your address) to confirm.

• If your address is within the boundaries, please complete the online pre-registration form at glenbard.org.

How to complete online pre-registration

1. Go to glenbard.org.

2. In the left-hand column, select “Glenbard Parent Services.”

3. Scroll down to “New Student Pre-Registration.”

4. Create your account, then click “Home” in the upper right-hand corner.

5. Select “Incoming Freshmen” as the grade level.

   • The year will automatically display as 2025–2026 — that is correct (we will adjust this later).

6. Complete the form and submit it.

After you submit

• You’ll be added to our communications list.

• We’ll send updates about next steps, including course selection and scheduling.

• You do not need to upload any forms at this time. We will contact you in early January to collect them.

Step 2: Shadow Day - Friday, December 12 (8:15 - 9:00 AM)

What it is: A brief, guided visit for incoming freshmen to see Glenbard West in action and meet our team.

When: Friday, December 12, 8:15–9:00 am (arrival window 8:05–8:15 am)

Where to check in: Main Entrance (Door 1) on Circle Drive, at the top of the hill - Glenbard West High School, 670 Crescent Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Staff will greet students at the door.

Who should attend: Current 8th graders from private schools or homeschool settings who plan to attend Glenbard West next school year.

RSVP: Please use this Google Form to register your student for Shadow Day.

What to expect (45 minutes):

• Welcome and quick overview of next steps for enrollment

• Short building walk-through (main areas only)

• Q&A with a counselor and student leaders
  
  

What to bring:

• A photo ID (student ID from middle school is fine)

• Optional: a notepad/phone for jotting down questions
  
  

Accessibility and language support:

• The route is accessible; if you need accommodations or an interpreter, please let us know in advance so we can plan support.

• Interpreters are available upon request.
  
  

RSVP (required):

• Please submit the Shadow Day RSVP form by Monday, December 9, 4:00 pm
  
  

Drop-off & Pick-up:

• Please use Crescent Boulevard in front of the school. Keep in mind that our regular school day begins at 8:00 a.m., so expect heavier traffic as current students arrive.

• Pick-up: Students will be ready for dismissal at 9:00 am. Please use Crescent Boulevard in front of the school for pick-up.
  
  

A few reminders:

• For privacy, please avoid photos or videos inside the school.

• If your student is ill, please stay home and email us to reschedule.
  
  

Questions or accommodations?

• Email: gw_reg@glenbard.org

Step 3: Complete the Online Enrollment Form (January 2026)

For our incoming freshmen, you will not need to complete Step 2 until January, when you have your student’s virtual enrollment meeting with their assigned enrollment counselor. At that time, we will ask you to provide:

• Student Residency Questionnaire

• Certified Copy of Birth Certificate

• Required Language Forms (download, fill out, save with changes, and return to us)

• Awareness of Freshman Health Requirements that will be due by July 2026 (state-mandated forms and exams)
  
  

Please know that you don’t need to prepare any of this before January. We’ll send reminders and provide clear instructions when it’s time. We’re here to support you every step of the way, so don’t hesitate to reach out with questions.