Launch the media gallery 1 playerIllinois Youth Survey (8th, 10th, 12th Graders)
During the Spring of the 2023-2024 school year, schools throughout the State of Illinois will have the opportunity to administer the Illinois Youth Survey (IYS) with students in 8th, 10th, and 12th grades.
What is the Illinois Youth Survey?
The purpose of the IYS is to better understand youth attitudes and behaviors that can impact student problems and academic success. It asks about topics like nutrition, physical activity, bullying, school climate, and alcohol and other drug use. Students will be asked to complete an anonymous survey (with no names or identification numbers) that will be administered during one class period. The survey is completely voluntary and privacy will be strictly protected.
Do I have to do anything to allow my child to participate?
This form only needs to be returned if you do NOT want your child to participate. Even if you allow your child to participate, every student will also be given the choice to participate or not (more information about opting out can be found here).
What is the survey data used for?
The IYS will provide your school's combined student results to your school principal, providing data to assess needs; track progress toward physical, social, and mental health goals; and evaluate student support services.
