Friday Fanscout December 6, 2024

• Confidential Reporting Tool
• Forest Scout Friday

• First Semester Final Exam Schedule and Information
• District 115 Referendum Community Update
• Hot Cocoa Fridays
• Scout Experience
• Winter Spirit Week

• Alumni News
• Applause Spaghetti Dinner/Fundraiser
• Athletics
• Chill Scout Acorn Guess Winner
• CROYA
• Graduation Survey - Open to ALL LFHS Families
• LFHS Foundation Grant Application Now Open
• LFHS Iconic Door Prints Now Available
• LFHS Madrigals Spreading Holiday Cheer
• LFHS Morning News
• Pucks and Poms
• Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
• Thank You LFHS Alumni Panel

• Graduation 2025 Reminders & Helpful Hints
• LFHS Basketball Team Swag
• LFHS Bass Fishing Team Swag
• Lake Forest Civic Orchestra
• LFHS Foundation Spring Luncheon
• LFHS Foundation Spring Luncheon Volunteers Needed
• LFHS Foundation Spotlight on Grants
• Student One Pager
• Winter Activity Bus Sign-Up Available for LFHS Students

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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).

This Week in The Forest Scout

Friday Five: The Friday Five features students and staff doing their part to make LFHS a better place.

Overall Must Read:

• Opinion Editor Stella Henretta profiles Campbell Gore and Her Work for the Coat Drive

• Staff Writer Lizzy Grace with B1G Dreams: Caitlin O’Shea commits to Indiana for Field Hockey

In LFHS:

• Staff Writer Meaghan Plotner with Nicholas Nassar Commits to Villanova for Throwing

• Staff Writer Rayanne Attar with Beyond the Classroom: Annie Gibbons’ Leadership at North Chicago Community Partners

• Staff Writer Josie Irvin profiles Horseback Rider and New Math Teacher Mrs. Aguiña

• Staff Writer Rayanne Attar shares how Community Members and Runners are Mourning the Death of Laken Riley

In Between the Lines:

• Staff Writer Charlie Graham shares how the Blackhawks have had a Slow Start to the Season

• Staff Writer Maggie Gilleran profiles sophomore Lyla Drowne with Four, and Ready for More

• In LFHS Editor Sara Drowne previews the Girls Gymnastics Team and their Goals for the Season

• Staff Writer Graydon Duncan with Boys Basketball Tips-Off with Thanksgiving Tournament

• Staff Writer Lilly Arenas writes about how Girls Varsity Basketball is Getting Ready to Play their Rival: Libertyville

• Staff Writer Trevor Diem writes about the Lake Forest Chain Saw Massacre

• Staff Writer Bella Bosau with Wrapping up the Semester with Mrs. Jensen

• Staff Writer Mia Konkol profiles Gabby Heintzelmen: A Senior Who Discovers a Talent for Ceramics

• Staff Writer Evelynn Marshall gives a Look into the Life of Mrs. Kopecky

In Our Opinion:

• Editor in Chief Clara Collis thinks Seniors Should be Better Prepared for Adulthood

• Editor in Chief Reese Harper shares why She Loves Dancing with the Stars– And Why You Should Too

• Staff Writer Dylan Giertsen provides Alternatives to Popular Energy Drinks

• Staff Writer Cate Lee believes Babysitting is the Best Job for Teenagers

• Staff Writer Catie Sedushak with Behind the Stereotypes: Europeans’ Views on the US

• Staff Writer Avery Fowler gives Tips to Prepare for Finals

In Culture:

• Staff Writer Chloe Baughman gives A Guide to the Perfect Thanksgiving Outfits

Watch It:

• Staff Writers Marty Hippel, Huston O’Neil and Cogan Manley host Commons Knowledge: Thanksgiving Edition

• Staff Writers David Carrillo and Max Weninger are back with The Backstage Pass Ep. 4 featuring Cheerleaders Ally Lucania and Hannah Conley

• Staff Writers Brayden Thiergart and Will Frentzas with Students and Teachers Pre Game Rituals

Dec 8: Applause Spaghetti Dinner/Concerts 3:00 PM

Dec 10: D115 Board Meeting 7:00 PM (West Campus)

Dec 12: Referendum Update 6:30 PM (RMA)

Dec 13: Hot Cocoa Friday 7:30 - 8:15 AM

Dec 16 - 19: Finals

Dec 20: End of Second Quarter

Dec 20 - Jan 3: Winter Break

Please click on the link below for more information on first semester finals.

First Semester Final Exam Information

With the Enabling Phase coming to a close, we are pleased to report we are on time and under budget. Please join us to hear an update on our progress and future plans as we look toward Phase One construction.

Date: December 12, 2024
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Raymond Moore Auditorium at Lake Forest High School East Campus, 1285 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL

Holiday Mingler

Hello High School Families!

The Lake Forest High School Music Program, in partnership with Applause (our parent booster organization), cordially invites you to the event of the year: The annual Spaghetti Dinner! This cherished tradition celebrates our students' talents as they present a holiday concert for the community.

The festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. with a Band and Orchestra performance, followed by a delicious spaghetti dinner accompanied by small ensembles of students singing and playing music throughout the meal. We’ll conclude the evening with a choir concert at 7:00 p.m.

We look forward to sharing this special night with you!

On Tuesday November 26, our girls wrestling team got underway at the New Trier Scramble. Each of our girls pinned their opponents in the 1st period. Congratulations to L-to-R Maribelle Dubouef, Caitlin Carnow, & Bree Hirsch.

Super Proud of Our Scouts!

On December 4, four outstanding student-athletes from Lake Forest High School signed their National Letters of Intent to compete in collegiate athletics. Surrounded by family, friends, coaches, and teammates, these students celebrated a momentous achievement, showcasing the hard work and dedication that brought them to this point.

Haylee Aranda-Rios will take her talents to Eastern Illinois University, where she will play women's soccer. Owen Kohut has committed to Georgetown University to compete as part of their sailing program. Lucas Kroner will join the men’s lacrosse team at Lafayette College, while Megan Rocklein will represent the University of Virginia in women’s lacrosse.

These students embody the spirit of perseverance and excellence that defines the Lake Forest High School community. Their journeys reflect not only their own efforts but also the unwavering support of those who have been with them every step of the way.

Congratulations to Haylee, Owen, Lucas, and Megan as they prepare to compete at the collegiate level!

Congratulations to Milo Mutter winning the Thanksgiving Chill Scout acorn guessing contest. The actual amount of acorns were 447, Milo won guessing 450. Congrats Milo!

• 12/6 - Volunteer after school with the CROYA Poinsettia Sale! 4-5:30pm.
• 12/7 - Volunteer at the CROYA Poinsettia Sale! 10-3pm.
• 12/11 - High School Meeting: Holiday Party! 7-8pm at CROYA.
• Annual Poinsettia Sale is here! This year you can order from youth that are selling them, or order online at croyapoinsettia.com

We’re seeking your input to help shape the graduation plans for the Class of 2025 and future graduates. Your feedback is valuable as we navigate logistical hurdles and ensure the event reflects what matters most to you.

Please use the button below to complete the survey.

The 2024-2025 Foundation Grant Application is open, please click on the link below if you would like to submit for a grant.

Get your LFHS Iconic Door Prints and Notecards at the Think Local Pop-Up Shop! this Holiday Season. It's open Thursday - Saturday from 11AM - 4PM starting on November 29. These beautiful prints and notecards make great gifts for students, soon to be graduates, and alumni. This year's Think Local Pop-Up Shop! is located at 270 Market Square.

LFHS Madrigals have begun their holiday tour around the Lake Forest and Lake Bluff Communities. We're so proud of our Scouts for sharing their talent and spreading joy throughout our community this holiday season!

LFHS basketball team swag is now available if you would like to order some for the upcoming season. All orders will be through Kiddles. Click the link below if you are interested in purchasing some gear.

Thank you for supporting the Lake Forest High School Basketball program.

Click below to order

LFHS BASKETBALL SWAG

LFHS bass fishing team swag is now available. Please click on the link below if you would like to order.

LFHS Bass Fishing Team Swag

SEEKING LUNCHEON SPONSORS & AUCTION DONATIONS

LFHS Foundation is gearing up for our annual Spring Luncheon, Celebrating Educational Excellence, on May 2, 2025. We have a beautiful venue: Knollwood Club. We have an engaging speaker: Harlan Cohen. Now we need SPONSORS & AUCTION DONATIONS. If your family or business would like to support LFHS and help fund future grants as a SPONSOR or AUCTION DONOR you can do so directly via our event website using the link LFHSLunch25.givesmart.com or by downloading the forms on our website at lfhsfoundation.org/donors--sponsors.

Those with questions should contact Nicole Phelan about sponsorship or Kirstin Carruthers about auction donations.

The Foundation is also seeking volunteers to serve on our SPRING LUNCHEON & AUCTION Committee. This committee will be responsible for planning and executing the spring luncheon and online auction. We have board members leading the committee and numerous additional trustees volunteering to help out. We welcome additional volunteer power to help with planning, logistics, gift bags, helping with the auction, set up/clean up, and day of support. Sign up using our volunteer form. https://forms.gle/D7dg67qTJzQBLpTb8

LFHS Foundation invests in educational excellence at Lake Forest High School through our grants. Please read our latest Spotlight on Grants: Behold the Power of iPads to learn more about how iPads are being used to support learning in numerous departments including fine arts, theater, and special education. Grants like these are only made possible thanks to the ongoing generosity of our community. Thank you for your support!

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Here is the updated student one pager.

Student One Pager

The free activity bus for students is up and running and will be changing schedule a bit to accommodate the winter sports.

Winter sports hours start on Monday, Nov. 11th (yes! this coming Monday)

Route #1 will depart from East Campus at 4:45 p.m.

Route #2 will depart from East Campus at 6 p.m.