Need assistance ?
We do not want a program fee to be a deterrent to your or your family members from participating . If you are experiencing financial hardship , please email scholarships @ pdhp . org to speak with our staff about available scholarship opportunities . All scholarships and inquiries regarding financial aid are completely confidential .
Virtual Programs No application required . Please contact scholarships @ pdhp . org to discuss aid options .
In-Person Programs The application can be downloaded here : English Application | Spanish Application
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic , this brochure may be updated periodically with program and event changes , cancellations , or additions . Please refer back to this brochure often for the most up-to-date information .
How We Are Keeping You Safe
While we continue to follow State , County , and City guidance carefully , we understand how vital fitness , exercise , and recreation is for everyone ' s mental , physical , and emotional well-being . Our staff members follow strict , consistent sanitation and safety protocols to ensure you and your family are in the safest environments you can be while at our facilities . The Park District of Highland Park has also invested in new state-of-the-art air filtration systems at the Recreation Center of Highland Park , Deer Creek Racquet Club , Centennial Ice Arena , and West Ridge Center .
Keeping your Park District clean and safe , so you and your family can maintain your healthy lifestyle is our top priority . To learn more about the daily investments we are making in your health and safety at our facilities , watch this important video .
Bloom this Spring !
We continue to provide a variety of virtual and outdoor programs for all ages . Take in the Spring by visiting our 44 parks , 39 playgrounds , and 15 miles of walking and biking trails .
Stay Smart and Do Your Part
Help prevent the spread of COVID-19 , and please follow the Park District of Highland Park facility-specific guidelines posted at each facility , pdhp . org and here :
Recreation Center of Highland Park Guidelines | Deer Creek Racquet Club Guidelines West Ridge Center Guidelines | Centennial Ice Arena Guidelines | Athletics Programs Guidelines | ParkSchool Guidelines
Remember to prevent the spread of respiratory diseases , including COVID -19 , consistently follow the Lake County Health Department guidelines :
• Wherever you go , you should always follow public health guidelines , including the 3 Ws to reduce your risk of getting and spreading COVID-19 : WEAR A MASK | WASH YOUR HANDS | WATCH YOUR DISTANCE
• Stay home if you are sick , except to receive medical care , and avoid close contact with people who are sick . Do not walk into a healthcare facility , urgent care clinic , or hospital before calling . Discuss your symptoms with your doctor . If your doctor believes that you need to be tested for COVID-19 , they should refer you to a COVID-19 testing site .
• If you are an older adult or have a serious medical condition like heart disease , diabetes , lung disease or have a weakened immune system , contact your doctor immediately if you have any COVID-19 symptoms .
• If you do not have a doctor or primary care provider , you may contact the Lake County Health Department at ( 847 ) 377-8800 .
If you have any COVID-19 questions , call the Illinois COVID-19 hotline at ( 800 ) 889-3931 or email dph . sick @ illinois . gov . You may also want to consider signing up for updates from the Lake County Health Department at https :// www . lakecountyil . gov / 4420 / COVID-19-Updates .