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Health sentiment
mostly positiveAn AI-written summary of what has been said publicly about health and wellness at Deerfield High School, gathered from public web pages, parent forums and directory listings. These are not parent reviews and they are not counted in this school's rating.
- Deerfield High School generally does a good job with health and safety.
- The school facilities appear well-maintained and clean, including common areas and restrooms, which is reassuring.
- Communication regarding widespread illnesses is usually timely and informative, utilizing email alerts effectively.
- They seem to enforce the sick policy reasonably well, encouraging students to stay home when unwell.
Summarized from 3 public mentions, last refreshed Aug 12, 2026. Summaries can be incomplete or out of date. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Inspiring academic excellence and personal growth in a supportive community
Deerfield High School, located in the welcoming community of Deerfield, IL, is a highly regarded institution serving students in grades 9-12. As part of Township High School District 113, DHS is known for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their full potential. The school offers a rich and diverse curriculum, including advanced placement courses, a wide array of elective subjects, and innovative programs designed to prepare students for success in college and beyond. Beyond academics, Deerfield High School provides numerous opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics and performing arts to various clubs and community service initiatives. These programs not only enrich the high school experience but also help students develop leadership skills, teamwork, and a strong sense of community. The dedicated faculty and staff are deeply invested in student success, offering personalized guidance and support to ensure each student feels valued and empowered. With state-of-the-art facilities at its 1959 North Waukegan Road campus, Deerfield High School prides itself on creating a dynamic learning environment that inspires intellectual curiosity and personal growth. It's a place where students are challenged to think critically, collaborate effectively, and become well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.
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What parents should know about illness at Deerfield High School
This is the community health page for Deerfield High School, a school in Deerfield, IL. Parents here log the illnesses their kids actually come home with, so other families can see what is going around before the school sends a notice. Nothing on this page is medical advice or an official school report: it is what parents in this community have shared, plus public food safety and environmental records where they exist.
No parent has logged an illness at Deerfield High School in the last 14 days. Quiet stretches are normal, especially outside the winter respiratory season, and they can also mean no one at this school has started logging yet. Being the first family to log helps every parent who checks this page next week.
On the watchlist this month
- Peak season
Summer and early fall
- Mild fever and fussiness
- Painful mouth sores
- Red spots or blisters on hands and feet
- Very common
Back-to-school season
- Persistent scalp itching
- Tickling feeling in hair
- Tiny white eggs (nits) near the scalp
- Common
Back-to-school spike
- Red or pink eye whites
- Itchy or gritty feeling
- Watery or yellow discharge
- AllergiesCommon
Spring pollen, fall ragweed
- Sneezing fits
- Itchy or watery eyes
- Clear runny nose
Good to knowHow illness usually moves through Deerfield High School
Illness at Deerfield High School tends to show up first in one group of kids who share the most contact time, then widen out over the following week or two. Parent logs on this page are the earliest visible signal, usually days ahead of any official notice.
- Respiratory bugs peak in the cold months and spread school-wide
- Stomach bugs move quickly through shared bathrooms and lunch spaces
- Skin and eye infections track close contact and shared items
- Most kids are contagious before symptoms are obvious
Back to schoolWhen can my child go back to Deerfield High School?
Every school sets its own sick policy, so check yours first. These are the rules of thumb most schools and daycares follow:
- Fever-free for a full 24 hours without fever medicine before returning
- No vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours, and eating normally again
- On antibiotics for at least 12 to 24 hours for strep throat or impetigo
- Eye discharge cleared, or cleared by your pediatrician, for pinkeye
- Well enough to take part in a normal school day, not just well enough to sit through it
Around hereHow illness travels between nearby schools
Deerfield High School is one of many schools in Deerfield tracked on Ickly. August activity around Deerfield tends to follow the seasonal pattern above, and illness rarely stops at one campus: siblings, sports, and playdates carry it between nearby schools across ZIP 60015 within a week or two. Checking neighboring schools alongside this one gives you a fuller picture than any single page can.
Ickly is a parent-reported community signal, not a medical service or an official school record. Always talk to your pediatrician about your own child's symptoms.
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Common questions
What is going around at Deerfield High School?
No sickness has been logged at Deerfield High School in the last 14 days. That usually means things are quiet right now, and you will see new logs here as soon as families share them.
How does Ickly know what is spreading at Deerfield High School?
Everything on this page comes from parents. Families log a symptom or a confirmed diagnosis for their child, and Ickly groups those logs by school and by week so you can see patterns without anyone's name attached. Logs are always anonymous to other parents.
Can I get notified when illness spreads at Deerfield High School?
Yes. Follow Deerfield High School with a free Ickly account and you will get a heads up when parents start logging something new, plus a weekly summary of what is going around.
How do I log a sick day for my child at Deerfield High School?
Tap "How's everyone feeling?" anywhere on Ickly and answer a couple of quick questions. It takes under a minute, stays anonymous, and it is what makes this page useful for every other family at Deerfield High School.
Is Deerfield High School in Deerfield, IL?
Yes. Deerfield High School is a school in Deerfield, IL. You can also see what is going around at nearby schools and daycares in the same neighborhood on Ickly.
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