Hello Lake Bluff Families!
We have had a wonderful start to the school year! Students are learning new routines, building relationships, and laying the foundation for a year of learning and growth.
This year marks Lake Bluff’s Centennial. Almost 100 years ago, on September 8, 1924, Lake Bluff opened its doors to 194 kindergarten through 5th-grade students. They were welcomed by Principal Ms. Kobler and nine teachers.
This past Tuesday, September 3, our amazing Lake Bluff staff welcomed over 500 students. It’s incredible to think that the Shorewood Community’s vision 100 years ago—to build the finest school for their children—has not only withstood the test of time but has grown and flourished. We are deeply grateful to the Shorewood community for supporting high-quality public education, investing in our students, and caring for our beautiful school building over the past century.
Please mark your calendars for our Lake Bluff Centennial Celebration on Saturday, September 21. The Shorewood Historical Society will invite the community to take a self-guided tour of our historic school building. Retired teachers will serve as docents, ready to share their knowledge with you. At noon, the PTO will host a celebration on the school grounds. Current and past Lake Bluff families, as well as neighbors and friends, are welcome to attend. Please see the PTO’s flier below for more information.
Johanna French, Interim Principal
Hello Families,
I am excited to introduce myself as the new Dean of Students at Lake Bluff. This is my 21st year in education - I spent 17 years as a classroom teacher (grades 1-4) and served as an instructional coach for 3 years. I recently received my Master's degree in Administrative Leadership from UW-Milwaukee.
At Lake Bluff, my focus will be on fostering a safe, inclusive, and positive school environment where every student can thrive. I am deeply committed to the District’s mission of delivering equity, excellence, and growth for all. In my role, I’ll be working closely with students, families, and staff to support academic achievement, character development, and social-emotional wellbeing. I’m here to help guide our students in building resiliency, empathy, and strong decision-making skills through restorative practices and proactive supports.
Outside of school, my husband Mike and I keep busy with our three children—two in college and one in high school—as well as managing the lively energy of our two labrador retrievers.
I encourage you to reach out with any questions, needs, or ideas on how we can work together to create an enriching and supportive environment for all our students. I’m looking forward to a wonderful school year ahead!
Rebecca Benedict
