8th Grade: The Next Step
Most students who graduate from Highland Middle School attend Libertyville High School. During student's eighth grade year, several events happen to prepare and celebrate students for this next journey. Important information for 8th grade families will be placed on this page throughout the school year.
8th Grade Diploma Form - 8th grade parents should fill out the 8th grade Diploma Form in the fall.
High School InformatIon
Libertyville High School (LHS) PreACT - Current 8th grade students who live in the District 128 boundary are automatically registered for this important high school placement assessment. For more information, click HERE.
Welcome to the class 2029! - Your 8th grade student will soon begin the process of transitioning to Libertyville High School for the 2025-2026 school year. Throughout the year we will post updated information as we prepare for the upcoming school year. For more information, click HERE.
Pre-Registration & Admission Process to Libertyville HS - Your 8th grade student and family will soon begin the process of transitioning to District 128 and Libertyville High School for the 2025-2026 school year. In order to get started on this process, we would like to invite you to begin the preregistration process for your 8th grade student. For more information, click HERE.
Important Dates for D128 and Freshman
- Pre-Registration deadline: October 14th, 2024
- 8th Grade Orientation: January 9, 2025
- Choice Zone Declarations due Feb. 3, 2025
- 8th Grade Course Selection Deadline: Feb, 7, 2025
- 8th Grade Activities & Athletics Fair: March 13, 2025