Friday Fanscout, May 10, 2024

Principal's Corner

• Confidential Reporting Tool
  
• PROM 2024
  
• Forest Scout Friday

Scouts Need To Know

• AP Exams
  

• Class of 2024 Graduation Details
  

• Class of 2024 Important Senior Celebrations

• Final Exam Schedule

• LFHS Pitch Night
  
• LFHS Student Named National Merit Scholar (Connor S. Koefelda)
  

• LET'S TALK AI Community Conversation
  

• Project Safe Prom

• Wellness Walk Food Trucks
• Wellness Walk (Schedule)
  

Scouts Nice To Know

• American Legion Benefit Concert

• American Legion Holding Scouts BSA Troop 48 Informational Session

• Athletics
  

• CROYA
  

• LFHS Junior Class Cereal Donation

• LFHS Morning News
  

Scouts Trailing News

• LFHS Alumni Announces Employment and Mentoring Opportunities
  
• Junior Parent Volunteers Needed to Help Deliver Senior Signs
• Lake Forest Day Parade
• Link Crew
• Part-Time Employment
  
• Summer Jobs (Lake Forest Parks and Recreation)
  
• Summer School
• Varsity Tutors
  

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Dear Lake Forest High School,

Happy BEAUTIFUL Friday–or Fri-YAY! We are now well into May, prom is a week away, AP tests are almost behind us–and the buzz of end of the year activities is in the air. It is a busy (and awesome) time to be at LFHS.

At last night’s Soccer Senior Night, not only did we honor 24 of our Scouts, but we also honored Chris Chouinard, a true Scout who has coached for 50 consecutive years. 50. CONSECUTIVE. YEARS.

I wrote about Rickey Myles several weeks ago, who has given almost all of his professional life to our school community, so shaking the hand last night of another individual who has given so much of his personal life to coach, mentor, and love our school was truly overwhelming in the best possible way. Those of us from the outside moving in see the uniqueness of this community, the special things that make this a special place, and when you see the living legacy of people like Coach Chouinard, it is reaffirmed, 50 times over.

Finally, I would like to thank all of the parent organizations who supported our Teacher-Staff Appreciation Week. So many wonderful goodies and treats, and the kind words that remind us that we are making a difference and are cared about.

Wishing you a restful weekend,

Erin

We want to reassure students, parents, staff, and the community that maintaining a safe learning environment is our highest responsibility as a school community. We encourage anyone with concerns about misconduct, past or present, to use the LFHS Confidential Reporting Tool or to contact local law enforcement. The crisis hotline Text For Help is also available as provided by LEAD at 844-823-5323 (community code: LAKECO).

Latest Issue of the Forest Scout

People of the Year:

Each year, The Forest Scout Editorial Board selects People of The Year, Scouts who demonstrate exceptional qualities in their respective areas of expertise. Six different categories are recognized.

The Forest Scout’s Female Athlete of the Year is Katherine Malloy. Read the piece written about her by Opinion Editor Amani Yousuf.

The Forest Scout’s Coach of the Year is Mrs. Angela McNicholas. Read the piece written about her by Editor Kelsey Bumbaco.

The Forest Scout’s Musicians of the Year are The Band Women. Read the piece written about them by Editor-in-Chief Emma Stadolnik.

Stay tuned next week to see The Forest Scout’s Male Athlete of the Year, Thespian of the Year, and Person of the Year!

In LFHS:

• Staff Writer Charlotte Arvia previews Pitch Night

• The Friday Five returns this week to feature students and staff doing their part to make LFHS a better place.

• Staff Writer Anna Braun profiles Mr. Matt Fiordirosa.

• Editor-in-Chief Caroline Gerber profiles Mr. Paul Goldstein.

• Editor-in-Chief Emma Stadolnik and Editor Coralis Colon are back with College Corner week 11.

• Staff Writer Ryder Gamrath previews Battle of the Bands.

• Editor-in-Chief Bianca Storino and Staff Writer Lyla Carney cover how seasonal depression may be linked to an increase of suicide in the Lake Forest community.

• Staff Writer Stella Henretta covers the upcoming return of Highland Park’s Independence Day Parade.

In Our Opinion:

• Staff Writer Amelia Hansen argues that LFHS should have therapy dogs year round.

• Guest Columnist community member Andy Dalkin sends a “Letter to the Editor” expressing his views on last week’s student walkout.

In Between the Lines:

• Sports Editor Colin Peters covers and photographs Boys Lacrosse recent wins over No. 2 St. Viator and No. 3 Wheaton Academy.

In Culture:

• Staff Writer Boden Rupprecht gives the best local public golf courses to play this summer.

Podcasts:

• Style Editor Lulu Flavin, Staff Writer Michaela Barry, and Staff Writer Murphy Moorhead are back with episode two of their pop-culture podcast: What's Poppin

Awards: The Forest Scout Staff recently received their 12th “SNO” award of the year - an accolade highlighting the best examples of student journalism across the country. Most recently, Editor-in-Chief Emma Stadolnik received an SNO for her piece on last week’s student walkout.

May 6-17: AP Exams

May 18: Prom

May 20: Wellness Walk 10:00 AM

May 21: Band Concert 7:30 PM

May 22: Pitch Night 7:00 PM

May 27: No School - Memorial Day

May 29: Spanish Registration Night 6:30 PM

May 29: Orchestra Concert 7:30 PM

May 29 - 30: Senior Finals

May 30: Seniors Last Day

June 3-6: Finals

June 6: Last Day of School

June 8: Graduation 2:30 PM

College Board AP Exams will be held May 6 - May 17, 2024.

Here is the schedule for the upcoming weeks: 2024 College Board AP Exam Schedule

Students taking a morning exam should be in their testing classroom by 7:45 am.

For those taking the afternoon exam, students should plan to be at their testing room by 12:00 noon. Room assignments will be emailed to teachers and posted in the Front Commons the day before each exam.

Please visit this link to prepare for exam day.

If a student needs to cancel an exam, they must contact Mrs. La Vitola in writing.

Students should visit their AP Classroom for a full list of supplies needed for each exam.

Important reminder for students taking the following digital exams - AP Seminar, AP English Literature and Composition, AP English Language and Composition and AP Computer Science Principles.

• Bring your school issued fully charged macbook and charger.

• It is absolutely necessary to know your College Board login and password to take these exams. This is a personal log in which is not accessible to Lake Forest High School.

For questions, concerns or help with your log in, contact Mrs. La Vitola, Assessment & Resource Coordinator at Lake Forest High School, office 205, dlavitola@lfschools.net, 847-582-7332.

If you have any questions related to graduation please reach out to Melanie Walsh: mwalsh@lfschools.net

Attention Senior Parents; there are a lot of celebrations happening in the next two months! Here is a timeline to help you keep track of all of the amazing events that will wrap up your senior's time at LFHS. If you have any questions please reach out to Senior Class Advisor, Maggie Harmsen: mharmsen@lfschools.net

Please click on the link for more information regarding Second Semester Final Exam Schedule.

Please note that this schedule is for Freshman through Juniors. Senior finals are held on May 29-30 and administered during class time.

Last week 16 teams interested in participating in Pitch Night presented Academic Pitches to our judges. These four teams each earned a spot on the Pitch Night stage. Athlattic, Parking Pals, Safe Sorella and Velox Photography. Congratulations to all of the teams!

Contact Nicole Phelan, Vice Chair of Development, to learn more about how you can contribute to the Pitch Night prize fund and support entrepreneurship at LFHS. Learn more about Pitch Night.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has announced the winners of this year's National Merit $2500 Scholarships. Congratulations to Lake Forest High School’s Connor S. Koefelda ‘24, for being named a National Merit Scholar. Chosen from a pool of over 15,000 outstanding finalists, National Merit Scholars are recognized for their achievements, skills, and potential for college success.

Scholars were selected by a committee of college and high school officials, who considered a student’s academic record; scores from the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test; contributions and leadership in school and community activities; an essay written by the Finalist; and a recommendation written by the high school. Connor joins an elite group of 2,500 Scholars from across the country and plans to pursue a career in computer programming.

Please join us on Monday, May 20 for a watch party featuring the Family Action Network Presentation, “Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That's a Good Thing)” with Sal Khan, Author, and CEO of Khan Academy and Angela Duckworth, American Academic and Psychologist.

This virtual presentation will be followed by a community conversation moderated by our Superintendent Dr. Matthew L. Montgomery and Dr. Davis Schneiderman, Executive Director of the Krebs Center for the Humanities at Lake Forest College.

Sit back, relax with some popcorn, and learn something new!

Date: May 20, 2024

Time: 6:30 pm

Location: John and Nancy Hughes Theater 400 E. Illinois Road

https://lakeforest.revtrak.net/Project-Safe-Prom/#/list

Students/staff who would like to purchase from the food trucks should bring cash or credit.

Local Rock band Loan & the Repo Men are headlining a FREE concert in the American Legion Hall TOMORROW!

Please view more information on the flier below.

Scouts BSA Troop 48 of Lake Forest is hosting an informational session on Wednesday, May 22 at 7:00 pm at the American Legion; come any time up until 8. Bring your questions about the scouting program.

Troop 48 has boys and girls troops open to ages 11+ and runs throughout the entire year. Join any time of the year! The Scouts BSA program is part of Boy Scouts of America.

Questions to Jane Slover (janeslover7@gmail.com).

This past weekend, our varsity baseball team experienced a touching and memorable Senior Night. The ceremony began with a heartfelt walk, as the mother and father of each player escorted their son through a path lined by their teammates, who proudly held up Lake Forest High School flags. As they walked, the MC shared personal anecdotes and commendations for each player, echoing the sentiments of coaches and teammates . At the end of the flag-lined path, Principal Lenart greeted each player with a handshake, marking both an end and a beginning. Following this, the players received a hug from their coach, symbolizing the strong bonds formed through seasons of teamwork and dedication.

Adding to the day's festivities, the parents of our junior players generously organized and provided breakfast for the players, parents, grandparents, and friends.

Thank you to everyone who made this event possible and to the families who continue to support our students in every endeavor. It was truly an evening to remember, filled with joy, nostalgia, and a collective pride in our Lake Forest Scouts.

Lifeguards - Must be American Red Cross Lifeguard Certified

Pool Supervisors

Scout Aquatics Swim Coaches

• 5/10: CROYA’s Annual Battle of the Bands! Come support local youth bands from 7-10pm at CROYA. Find tickets here!
  
• 5/10: High School Work Trip applications due!
• 5/15: 8th Grade Welcome Party! Incoming freshman are invited join us for their very first high school meeting! 7-8PM
• Check out the May Top Ten HERE!

At Lake Forest High School, we are committed to supporting all graduates after they leave our halls. As our alumni discover their professional passions, we want to connect them with potential employers and mentors, who can offer both opportunity and insight.

We are asking businesses and nonprofits, local, out of state, and abroad, to consider submitting available employment (permanent and temporary) and internship positions to be posted on our LFHS ALUMNI EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WEB PAGE, housed here on the Lake Forest High School website.

We also recognize great value in pairing more established professionals with young alumni, as well as alumni who are considering new professional paths. If you are willing to serve as an LFHS ALUMNI MENTOR to alums who are interested in learning more about your field, you've come to the right place!

For more information and to submit opportunities/apply to become a mentor, please follow the link to our press release below.

APT Junior Class Parent Reps need volunteers to help deliver graduation signs to senior students.

Sorting will be May 28-29 and delivery will be May 30-31. To sign-up please follow the link below. Thank you!

District 67 and District 115 Lake Forest Community High School are participating in this year's Lake Forest Day parade on August 7.

We invite all students, families, and alumni to join the fun by walking in the parade with your principal. School spirit wear is encouraged!

Lake Forest Parks & Recreation is hiring teens ages 16 or older (15 with a work permit) to serve as Lifeguards, Beach Guards, and Camp Counselors for summer 2024. You will gain experience, serve the community, and sharpen leadership skills while getting paid and spending the summer outdoors - and it looks great on college applications! Bonus benefits include a summer Lake Forest Fitness Center membership and free paddle board and kayak rentals at Lake Forest Beach. Join our team and apply now.

Lake Forest Summer School Is Now Open!! It’s Time To Register!!

Please see our newly released Summer School Catalog for the upcoming school year. Registration for Summer School closes on Friday, May 31, 2024 as we need to decide, based on enrollment, which courses will run. Driver Ed Registration closes on 5/13/2024.

Please see our registration link below (also found on our district website):

Summer school 2024 Registration

We're excited to announce that the state of Illinois and LFHS have partnered with Varsity Tutors to provide each student with a comprehensive set of learning resources– for FREE! Through Varsity Tutors, students have access to a powerful online platform packed with tools to support their academic success, including:

• On-Demand 24/7 Chat Tutoring: Get instant help from qualified tutors in a wide variety of subjects anytime, day or night!

• Expert Essay Editing: Polish writing skills and get insightful feedback on essays from experienced professionals.

• Self-Study Resources and Test Prep: Dive deep into practice problems, recorded lectures, and adaptive diagnostic tests to identify areas for improvement and personalize learning.

• Live Online Classes: Join interactive classes led by engaging instructors to master key concepts – all from the comfort of home.

This is a fantastic opportunity to get the extra help they need to succeed in their classes and prepare for their exams. Click here for more details on the program and how students can access it.