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Student Registration Fees

Student fees support instructional materials and school programs in Hawthorn District 73. Fees vary by grade level and are assessed annually. Important: Student fees are not required to complete registration and are posted after September 15.

Students registered on or before May 1 will receive a 10% discount applied to their student fee account.

Parents who believe their families may qualify for the Federal Free/Reduced Lunch can apply online after July 1. 

How to View and Pay Fees

Viewing and Paying Fees

All student fees are managed through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

To view or pay fees:

  1. Log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal

  2. Select your student

  3. View the fee balance

  4. Submit payment securely online

The option to pay your fees with cash or check is only available at the District office. Checks should be payable to Hawthorn District 73. Our District office is located at 841 West End Court, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. School year hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM. Summer hours of operation are Monday-Thursday 8 AM-3 PM. 

2025-2026 Fee Breakdown

Some courses and extracurricular activities include an additional fee. Participation in these programs is optional.

  • Fees are assessed only if a student enrolls in the course or activity

  • Fees are charged at the time of enrollment in the class, sport, or activity

  • Fees help offset program and participation costs

Current Optional Fees:

  • Band / Orchestra: $77

  • Middle School Sports: $77 per sport
    (Includes Middle School Musical and Middle School Science Olympiad)

  • Middle School Chorus: $51