- Monday, August 12: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Wednesday, August 14: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Wednesday, August 21: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM*
*First day of student attendance. Early dismissal schedule
- The annual NTHS student calendar and planner, known as the Trevian Tracker, includes important dates and information all students need to know. It covers the block schedule, modified schedule dates and times, and answers to common questions such as:
- "What do I do if I lose my student ID card?"
- "Where is the lost and found located?"
- "How do I request a transcript?"
- The planner is available for purchase from the bookstore, while supplies last. Incoming freshmen do not need to purchase a tracker; it will be provided to them.
- A student-run center for extended learning, offering students the opportunity to develop employability and entrepreneurial skills while earning a paycheck. Students manage and work in our retail spaces, designing, sourcing, and producing New Trier-branded clothing and accessories.
- Parents, students, and community members can shop online or pick up items at our Winnetka Campus or downtown Glencoe locations starting the first week of school. Please check the website for updated opening hours at each location.
FAQ FOR INCOMING FRESHMAN
- Incoming Freshman Frequently Asked Questions
- Incoming Freshman website
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Chris Johnson, Associate Superintendent feebills@nths.net 847-784-3409 Financial Assistance Information- New Trier offers financial assistance to eligible families under Board of Education Policy 4:140: Waiver of School Fees. Eligibility is based on meeting income thresholds outlined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for the National School Lunch Program.
- Families may also qualify for assistance due to temporary financial hardships such as home loss from fire, unemployment, illness, or other emergencies impacting family income severely.
- To apply for financial assistance, families must complete an application and submit required financial documentation. Assistance applies only for the current school year and is not retroactive. Please note, not all fees are covered; additional costs remain the responsibility of families.
- For more details, visit the New Trier Financial Assistance webpage.
- Access the financial assistance form via the parent PowerSchool portal under the Forms tab.
FOOD SERVICES
Dale Edens, Quest Food Service Director dedens@questfms.com 847-784-2288
Pia Fazio, Operation Manager pia.fazio@questfms.com
For all student lunch account inquiries contact Pia Fazio or Dale Edens- Visit the QUEST Food Service website for:
- Nutrition information
- Allergy details (Top 8 allergens listed on all menus)
- Food program options and prices
- Instructions on adding money to a student’s account online via Web Store
- Northfield Campus
- Student Café: 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
- Breakfast Cart: 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
- Lunch Periods 3 & 7 (Blue and Green): 11:30 a.m. – 1:40 p.m.
- Lunch Periods 5 (Anchor Day): 11:30 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.
- Trevian Commons: 7:00 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.
- Trevian Coffee Bar: 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
- Breakfast Cart: 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
- Trevian Café: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Lunch Periods 2 & 6 (Blue and Green): 10:20 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Lunch Periods 4 (Anchor Day): 11:05 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Quest Classroom Catering - Catering services are offered for student advisories, club meetings, birthdays, special meetings, or events. Orders can be picked up in the cafeteria in the morning using school ID or cash, saving you the hassle of shopping.
HEALTH SERVICES
Analia Elizalde, Northfield Health Services elizalda@nths.net 847-784-7513
Rebecca Boston, Winnetka Health Services bostonr@newtrier.k12.il.us 847-784-2111- All forms can be accessed on the Student Health website under Health Forms.
- Physical Exam Form: Required for all incoming freshmen. Submit by the first day of school.
- Dental Form: Required for all incoming freshmen. Submit by the first day of school.
- Meningitis Vaccine: Required for all seniors. Two doses must be administered on or after the 11th birthday, or one dose on or after the 16th birthday. Submit prior to the first day of school.
- IL Certificate of Child Health Examination Form: Required for transfers with a physical completed within 1 year of transfer.
- State of IL Eye Examination Report Form: Required for students transferring from outside Illinois, completed within 1 year prior to enrollment. Submit by the first day of school.
- Required for both over-the-counter and prescription medications.
- Requires parent and physician signatures.
ID CARDS & HALL LOCKERS
Gail Gamrath, Associate Principal - Northfield gamrathg@nths.net 847-784-7503
ID Cards
Dan Weidner, Associate Principal for Academics and Administrative Services - Winnetka weidnerd@nths.net 847-784-2215- Freshmen can have their ID pictures taken on the first day of school or during iPad orientation.
- Students receive a new ID card in Advisery each year.
- Northfield Campus: Hall lockers will be assigned on the first day in Advisery.
- Winnetka Campus: Students can request a locker via the 2024-25 Locker Request Form during the first two weeks of school. Students who were previously assigned a locker do not need to request again.
IPADS & STUDENT TECHNOLGY RESOURCES
- All students must have a New Trier-issued iPad to access daily class resources. The District partially subsidizes the iPad purchase, which includes an iPad, wireless keyboard, a durable case, and 4-year AppleCare protection. Learn more here.
- Families will schedule iPad pickup and training when purchasing through New Trier’s iPad Purchase Portal. Note: Students pick up their iPad during scheduled training.
- Students are required to complete the iPad Orientation course (via Canvas) before the school year begins.
PERFORMING ARTS
Anne James-Noonan, Northfield Performing Arts Coordinator jamesnoa@nths.net 847-784-6693
Hilerre Kirsch, Winnetka Performing Arts Coordinator & Director of Theatre kirschh@nths.net 847-784-6887- Explore a variety of creative and collaborative extracurricular opportunities that match your interests.
- Our productions include dramas, comedies, musicals, and a student variety show.
- Join the stage crew and discover how to build sets, paint scenery, and operate sound and lights for all performances. No prior experience is required. The first crew opportunity begins on August 13, before the first day of school.
POST HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING
Jill Cervantes, Department Chair of PHSC phsc@nths.net 847-784-2234 Post High School Counseling Department website - Next Steps for Seniors: Tuesday, August 27, 6:30 PM, Gaffney Auditorium, Winnetka Campus. Student and parent attendance encouraged.
- College Financial Aid Webinar: Wednesday, September 18, 6:30 PM.
- Fall Job Fair: Wednesday, September 18, during all lunch periods, outside Winnetka Student Cafeteria.
- CHOICES Fair for Students with Learning Differences: Tuesday, October 8, Niles North High School. Visit www.postsecondarychoices.org for details.
- Next Steps for Juniors: Wednesday, November 13 OR Thursday, November 14, 7:00 PM, Gaffney Auditorium, Winnetka Campus. Student and parent attendance encouraged.
- PHSC Sophomore Parent Night: Wednesday, January 22 OR Thursday, January 23, 7:00 PM, Gaffney Auditorium, Winnetka Campus.
- GAP Year Fair: Saturday, January 25, 12:00-3:00 PM, Gaffney Auditorium and Student Cafeteria, Winnetka Campus.
- Spring Job Fair: Wednesday, February 26, during all lunch periods, outside Winnetka Student Cafeteria.
- Special Education/Post-High School Counseling Night: Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 PM (tentative date).
SCHOOL FEES
Patt Schneider, Assistant, Finance and Operations feebills@newtrier.k12.il.us 847-784-3409 2024-25 School Fees $252 Due July 31, 2024- General/Activity Fee ($222): Partially funds course supplies, science lab materials, academic field trips, class projects, required testing materials, ID cards, class institutes, and transcripts. Also covers materials and supplies for extracurricular activities, student clubs, athletics, and performing arts. This fee includes free admission to home athletic contests and select music and performing arts performances.
- New Trier Parent Association Dues ($35): Supports exam snacks, parent programming, student directory, contributions to the Angel Fund, and the NTHS scholarship fund. Also funds additional senior programming and the NTPA graduation party.
- Driver’s Education Fee ($500): For behind-the-wheel instruction through New Trier.
- Marine Biology Fee ($475): For scuba instruction in Marine Biology class.
- iChinese Reader ($35): For students enrolled in Chinese language courses.
- Aktiv Chemistry app ($25): For certain Chemistry courses.
- Oakton Dual Credit ($25): Application fee for Oakton College Dual Credit or PLTW courses.
- MHFA Booklet ($13.50): Required for juniors in Health/Kinetic Wellness 2 or Health/Dance courses.
- KW/Dance 1 Uniform ($14): For students in Dance 1 & 2 courses.
- KW Uniform Rentals ($1 per item): Charged when students need to rent KW shirts, shorts, or shoes.
- KW Lock Purchases: Available for purchase from the KW department.
- E-textbooks, other electronic media, and additional KW uniform rentals will be added to student fee bills as needed.
- Invoices are sent monthly by email to parents/guardians.
- Payment plans are available for large balances or multiple students.
- Online Payments: Credit card payments can be made through the PowerSchool parent portal.
- Mail Checks to: New Trier High School, Attn: Registration Fees, 7 Happ Rd. Northfield, IL 60093.
- Cash/Check Payments: Accepted at the Northfield Campus, Security Door D, between 9 AM and 3 PM.
STUDENT SCHEDULES
Gail Gamrath, Associate Principal - Northfield gamrathg@nths.net 847-784-7503
Accessing Schedules
Dan Weidner, Associate Principal for Academics and Administrative Services - Winnetka weidnerd@nths.net 847-784-2215- Schedules will be available through the PowerSchool web portal starting August 5th. Instructions will be emailed to all parents/guardians using the provided email address. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors will receive instructions via their New Trier email. Freshmen will receive their New Trier email address at the start of the school year.
- In PowerSchool, click on “24-25 Schedule” in the left menu to view your schedule for the upcoming year.
- Schedules will list courses by class period, and teacher names will be shared on the first day of school.
- Schedules will not be viewable on the PowerSchool mobile app until the first day of school. Please view schedules through the PowerSchool web portal.
- Errors or Insufficient Majors: If you notice an error in your schedule due to data entry issues or missing majors, email adminservices@nths.net by Friday, August 9th. We'll attempt to correct errors before the first day of school. Otherwise, your adviser will assist with changes on the first day.
- Further course change requests will be limited.
- Before August 9th, parents can submit requests for other changes via PowerSchool via the Parent Schedule Change Request Form - 2024-25 School Year.
- After August 9th, please write to your adviser your request which will be reviewed the week of August 19th when advisers return to campus. Adviser may not be able to make changes until after the first day of school. Written requests or emails can also be shared with your adviser the first day of school.
- Requests will be reviewed with consideration of a number of factors (e.g. prerequisites, seat availability, fit in schedule). It is possible that this request may not be able to be fulfilled.
- Visit the Academics and Administrative Services page for semester schedule change request information.
STUDENT GUIDEBOOK, ID CARD & HALL LOCKERS
Gail Gamrath, Associate Principal – Northfield gamrathg@nths.net 847-784-7503
Chris Mitchell, Associate Principal Student Services - Winnetka 847-784-2219 mitchelc@nths.net- Guidebooks will be distributed shortly after school begins via email and online.
- ID pictures for freshmen can be taken during the 1st day of school and during iPad orientation
- Students receive a new ID card in adviser room every year.
- Northfield campus, hall lockers will be assigned the first day in adviser room.
- Winnetka campus, students who request a locker will need to go to Room 217 during the first two weeks of school.
TEXTBOOK & eBOOK SALE
Ordering Course Materials:- The website is available for orders.
- Families are strongly encouraged to purchase texts, eBooks, and other materials by July 31, 2024, to guarantee delivery before the start of classes.
- Beck’s makes it easy to order students’ course materials. Simply use your student's ID number.
- Visit: https://www.newtrierbookstore.com/
- Select "Shop Now," enter your student’s ID number, and click the “Go” button.
- Your student’s name and schedule will appear. Click “Add Course Material” to view and select required books and supplies.
- Add items to your virtual shopping cart.
- Existing customers can log in to complete the checkout process. New customers should create an account for each student.
- Orders over $150 qualify for free shipping.
- Digital textbooks will be delivered to students before the start of the school year.
- Winnetka Campus: Located in Room W021A.
- Summer hours until August 16th are 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- After August 16th, hours are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Enter through the Trevian Way Entrance; all visitors must sign in at the security kiosk.
- Closed during the summer.
- Hours after August 16th are 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday).
- Books can be returned with a receipt for a full refund within 7 business days from the date of purchase.
- Once an eBook code is redeemed, it is non-refundable.
TRANSPORTATION: BUSES & TRAFFIC MAPS
Frank Lamberti, Transportation Manager lambertf@nths.net 847-784-7527
Bus Services Registration- The deadline to register for bus services was Tuesday, July 9th.
- For information on Yellow bus services, PACE bus services, and Metra Rail, please visit New Trier’s website.
- Bus routes will be emailed to parents in August.
- PACE offers a reduced fare for students. Ventra cards for the 2024-25 school year are now on sale and will be delivered to your student’s advisor. Click here to purchase a Ventra card.
Parking & Traffic Maps with Pick-Up & Drop-Off Zones:
- Maps and details for parking, traffic flow, and pick-up/drop-off zones are available for:
- Northfield Campus
- Winnetka Campus
YEARBOOK & SENIOR PORTRAITS
Kevin Bond, Trevia Faculty Sponsor bondk@nths.net 847-784-7556
Trevia 2025 – Yearbook Yearbook Sales- Trevia 2025 is on sale NOW through December 20, 2024.
- Books are $55 each and can be ordered atwww.yearbookordercenter.com (enter school code 8859).
- Books will be distributed in school at the end of May.
- Preordering by December 20th is the only way to guarantee your student a copy. A very limited number will be available for students who did not preorder.
- Contact Trevia advisor Kevin Bond with questions at bondk@nths.net.
- Seniors should arrange for their senior yearbook portrait with Stuart-Rodgers Photography.
- Contact Stuart-Rodgers Photography by emailing info@srphoto.com or calling 847-864-7322.
- August 21st - Last day to take a photo and be able to select your own pose or have a retake.
- September 14th - Absolute last day to be photographed.
