HIGHLIGHTS • December 2019
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1st Semester Exam Schedule - December 16-20
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Last Chance to Purchase Your 2019-20 School Yearbook!
For more information, please contact:
Bridget Mobile
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Announcing Launch of Student Supports (MTSS) Resource Page
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to Mr. David Hain, MTSS/RTI Coordinator, at
dhain@lfschools.net.
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Upcoming College and Career Workshop
December 5
Financial Aid 101 (for Juniors and their Parents)
7:00 PM in the RMA
Julie Nelson, Regional Recruitment Director, Xavier University will give an overview of the FAFSA process and what to expect from financial aid awards.
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"You Hold the Key" - Prom 2020 Art Contest
- Open to ALL LFHS students (9th-12th)
- Seeking original, student designed artwork inspired by “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett
- Artwork will be printed on Prom Invitations and T-Shirts (2 winners selected)
- Artwork must be grayscale or black and white
- Deadline is FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2019
- Submit artwork to Mrs. Crouch in room 127
- Winners will each receive 2 tickets to Prom 2020 (or prize of equivalent value if not attending Prom.
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2018-2019 Illinois State Report Card
A link to the 2018-2019 Illinois State Report Card is posted on our website, and can also be found at
https://www.illinoisreportcard.com/. If you would like to request a printed copy, please call 847-235-9657.
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Athletic News
Highlights from the Fall Athletic Season:
Girls Field Hockey - 2nd in State (Illinois High School Field Hockey Association); lost to New Trier 4-2 in OT in the state championship game
Girls Cross-Country - 3rd place (IHSA Regional), Skyler Kreunen (Jr.) finished 10th (IHSA Sectional) & 95th (IHSA State Finals) with a time of 18:19
Girls Swim/Diving
- 6 Individuals and 2 Relays Qualified for IHSA state meet: 200 Medley Relay (Ashley Updike, MaryGrace King, Kendra Joachim, Lauren Kingsley); 400 Freestyle Relay (Updike, King, Joachim, Isabella Lewin); 200 Freestyle (Joachim, King); 50 Freestyle (Updike); 100 Butterfly (Joachim); 100 Freestyle (Updike); 500 Freestyle (King); Athletes w/ Disabilities 4 events (Julia Tanna)
Girls Volleyball - Regional Champions
Boys Cross-Country - 6th place (IHSA Regional); Nathan Schmitt (Sr.) 2nd place (Regional) & 12th place (Sectional); Kaleb Whiteside (Jr.) 18th place (Sectional)
Girls Golf - Regional Champions; Susa Carlson 3rd place (Regional); team finished in 6th place (Sectional)
Boys Golf - North Suburban Conference Champions; Regional Champions; team finished in 3rd place (Sectional); Class 3A State Champions; Patrick Moorhead (Sr.) took home a 2nd place individual finish at the State Finals (-3)
Girls Tennis - North Suburban Conference Co-Champions; Sectional Champions; Class 2A State Champions; Kiley Rabjohns (Jr.) took home the singles State Championship for a second consecutive year
Boys Soccer - bowed out in the Regionals to Barrington (4-0)
Football - Finished the season 7-5, losing very close game 21-20 to Deerfield in 6A State Quarter-Finals
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Applause is the booster organization for the musical arts at Lake Forest High School. Founded in 1996, it is composed of parents, alumni, faculty, and friends who provide support and communication for all band, choral, orchestral and other musical activities. Learn more at
lfhsapplause.org
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Music Department and Applause Holiday Concerts & Spaghetti Dinner - Sunday, December 8
Please join us on Sunday December 8 for the annual music department concerts and Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser filled with beautiful music, food and fun! Everyone is Welcome to attend the concerts and the dinner! Tickets are on sale now! This is the only concert of the year that has reserved seats so buy your tickets now for best selection. Ticket prices increase at the door.
Our Annual Online Auction begins Monday December 1. Items up for auction include student parking spots and graduation packages! Buy Now options available!
Sunday, December 8
- 3:00 PM Instrumental Concert, RMA, East Campus
- 4:45 - 6:30 PM Spaghetti Dinner in Cafeteria/Commons, East Campus
- 7:00 PM Choral Concert, RMA, East Campus
We need volunteers! Your help is needed! Support out talented students by getting involved in Applause’s Annual Fundraising Event!
Thanks for your support!
To PURCHASE concert and dinner tickets and for the Online Auction
CLICK HERE
CITRUS SALE
In October the LFHS Choir sold Citrus to raise money for their 2020 Musical Tour of Europe during Spring Break 2020. All profits went directly to the individual trip account of the student seller. The sale was a great success! The students sold an impressive amount of citrus with total sales of $17,903!
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Association of Parents & Teachers (APT)
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The
Lake Forest High School Association of Parents and Teachers
is a not for profit corporation incorporated under the laws of the state of Illinois. LFHS APT promotes cooperative action among Lake Forest High School, the administration and teachers, its students, the parents, and the community.
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Open Doors Program
Thank you to the 85 businesses that made our 2019 Open Doors Program such a success. We had an amazing turnout. 340 students participated in the Open Doors job shadowing program.
Talent Show Tryouts - February 1
Everyone is encouraged to share their talent! Save the date for the Show February 27-29
Interested in volunteering? Please contact Liz Gescheidle (847) 254-4027 or Carolyn DeLuca (773) 220-2078.
Financial Aid 101 (For Juniors and Parents)
Thursday, Dec 5
7:00 PM in the RMA
Host: Educational Services
Julie Nelson, Regional Recruitment Director, Xavier University
Topic: Financial Aid 101, an overview of the FAFSA process, and what to expect from financial aid awards.
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Our MISSION at LFHS Boosters is to promote and support athletic success, spirit and sportsmanship for every student-athlete and every Scouts fan at Lake Forest High School. Please JOIN US in our mission by:
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CONGRATULATIONS to our
State Champions, Sectional Champions, Regional Champions, Conference Champions. LFHS teams and individuals had a remarkable Fall season. It was fun to watch you do what you love, and FANTASTIC to see SCOUT NATION supporting you!
A SINCERE
THANK YOU to all of our FALL TEAM PARENTS. We couldn’t do it without you! Your efforts are GREATLY appreciated.
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The
Scouts Illustrated LFHS Boosters catalogue will hit mailboxes soon!
Spirit Store Holiday Hours:
Black Saturday Sale w/ hourly specials: Saturday, November 30, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Store open Saturdays throughout December (check
lfhsboosters.org
for hours of operation)
In addition to our wide variety of Scouts apparel, accessories, and stuffed animals, Vineyard Vines belts and fur Pom hats will be available in time for the perfect holiday gifts.
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Cooking for Thanksgiving? Take the next 2 weeks off in the kitchen! You deserve it! FlashBox Kitchen is partnering with LFHS Boosters-10% of proceeds goes directly to Boosters! So you can order WHOLESOME, CHEF-COOKED MEALS DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR. We love a WIN-WIN! ORDER TODAY through December 10 at
http://flashboxkitchen.com,
promo code lfboosters
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Invest in Educational Excellence: All Donations are Valued & Vital. Since 2002, donations to the LFHS Foundation from families like yours have funded over 285 grants that have helped transform learning across the curriculum. In partnership with LFHS teachers, students and administrators we assist in creating a top-notch learning environment for all by investing in educational excellence. Your contribution is critical as this impact only happens with the generous support of our community. TO LEARN MORE
Visit our website
at & follow us on Facebook
@lfhsfoundation
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The Future Looks Bright at LFHS!
Giving Impact Since 2002, with the support of our generous community, more than $2.3 million has been invested in LFHS through over 290 grants. And it shows! Foundation grants are transforming traditional classrooms, increasing collaboration and engaging students in innovative learning experiences.
A day in the life at LFHS could involve conducting experiments at mobile science lab tables, using Virtual Reality Headsets to explore the Galapagos Islands, testing a physics calculation using projectile launchers, playing Mozart on the new concert piano, recording a podcast in the professional sound studio, tinkering with a robot in the Makerspace or making 3-D creations using a universal laser cutter. With these tools, provided through the Foundation, LFHS students learn by doing. And modernized classrooms such as the Digital Arts Lab and Business Incubator mirror professional environments.
View this
short video to learn about the impact of your investment in educational excellence at LFHS. Learn more at
lfhsfoundation.org. If you missed out on donating during registration, donations can be made at any time through our website. Stay informed of the latest Foundation news at lfhsfoundation.org, by liking us on Facebook and following us @LFHSFoundation on Instagram.
DONATE TODAY
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Pitch Night and Spring Luncheon Volunteers Needed
Volunteers for our Pitch Night and Spring Luncheon Committees are still needed. Join us in planning two of the year’s biggest events hosted by the Foundation. The luncheon in April brings together hundreds of Foundation supporters to celebrate educational excellence at LFHS. The 6th annual Pitch Night in May is the culmination of the Business Incubator class each year and attracts both investors and community members.
Thing BIG, then BIGGER
Grant Applications are DUE January 17, 2020 at 5:00 PM. LFHS faculty and staff, students, parents, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood community members may apply. All grants must be approved by the appropriate Department Chair or Instructional Director before submission. Learn more about the grant application process at
http://www.lfhsfoundation.org/grants.html
Mark your Calendar
Join us at the
LFHS Foundation 10th Annual Spring Luncheon – Celebrating Educational Excellence –
Friday, April 17, 2020.
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PALs (Producers-at-Large)
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PALs (Producers-at-Large)
is the parent booster organization for the LFHS theater department.
OUR MISSION To encourage creativity and the exploration of theater arts as performers and technicians through meaningful production experience in a wide variety of styles and forms, and to foster a life-long appreciation of theater arts.
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What's Next on Stage?
Love/Sick
By: John Cariana
Directed By: Joe Pulio
Show Dates: February 6 & 7 @ 7:00 PM. February 8 @ 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM in the DMT
A darker cousin to Almost, Maine, John Cariani’s LOVE/SICK is a collection of nine slightly twisted and completely hilarious short plays. Set on a Friday night in an alternate suburban reality, this 80-minute romp explores the pain and the joy that comes with being in love. Full of imperfect lovers and dreamers, LOVE/SICK is an unromantic comedy for the romantic in everyone.
ADVANCE SALES ONLINE:
$12.00 Adult
$6.00 Student/Senior
AT THE DOOR:
$15.00 Adult
$9.00 Student/Senior
$0 Student w/Activity Pass
Become a Member
You can support LFHS Theater by becoming a member of PALS. Memberships run for one year (July 1-June 30). New members will also receive a complimentary LFHS Theater/ PALS decal – if you would like to order additional decals, they are available for $5.
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?membership=pals
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Important Dates
Thu Dec 5
Financial Aid 101 (For Juniors and Parents)
7:00 PM, RMA
Sun Dec 8
Holiday Instrumental and Choral Concerts / Spaghetti Dinner
3:00 PM, Cafeteria and RMA
Mon Dec 9
D115 Board of Education Meeting
7:00 PM, Board Rm. Lake Forest HS West Campus
Sat Dec 14
LFHS ACT Test
Mon Dec 16
LFHS First Semester Final Exams
Tue Dec 17
LFHS First Semester Final Exams
Wed Dec 18
LFHS First Semester Final Exams
Thu Dec 19
LFHS First Semester Final Exams
Fri Dec 20
LFHS Teacher Work Day - No Student Attendance
Mon Dec 23
LFHS Winter Break Begins (school resumes Mon Jan 6)
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CROYA meetings are every Wednesday from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at
CROYA, 400 Hastings Rd, LF. Come hear about upcoming events, hang out with friends and participate in the fun activity of the week. CROYA meetings are open to all high school students.
Upcoming CROYA Events
- Volunteering For Gorton Holiday Shopping – December 4 – 3:30 PM
- Poinsettia Pick Up and Delivery – December 6 – 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM & December 7 – 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Study Break Table With Snacks! – December 17 – 9:55 - 10:45 AM
- Countdown To Noon Year – December 31 – Time TBD
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- Justin Wade Tam & Angel Snow: Unplugged, December 6, Doors open 7:30 PM, show 8:00 PM
- Charlie Brown Christmas Jazz with the Chris White Trio, December 12, 7:30 PM
- December 5 First Thursdays: Sundance Shorts Tour 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM
- December 8 Oliver! Co-presented with the Citadel Theatre 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM
- December 17 FA-LA-LA Film Fest: Elf 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM
- December 20 FA-LA-LA Film Fest: It’s a Wonderful Life 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM
- December 27 FA-LA-LA Film Fest: Die Hard 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM
- December 28 Volkswagen presents Warren Miller’s Timeless 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM
- SAT Power Classes – December 2, 3, 4, 5
- Mindfulness for Teens – December 10
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