411 on 115 - 9.27.23

Dear District 115 Families:

Goal three of our new strategic plan is that every student will have a school environment, facilities, and resources to support safety, academic growth, and wellness. One way to accomplish this by continuing to forge community partnerships to amplify student learning experiences and have a positive impact within and beyond the communities of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood.

One of my greatest privileges as Superintendent is to work with students. Another, is to work with our community to develop connections with parent groups and organizations to create opportunities for students and staff to co-create programs.

Within just the first weeks of the new school year, I have had the privilege of meeting with several of our parent organizations, the LF/LB Chamber of Commerce, the Lake Forest - Lake Bluff Rotary Club, attended the ribbon cutting and dedication of the new Veterans Monument in Lake Forest's Veterans Park organized by the City of Lake Forest and American Legion McKinlock Post 264, and visited with many more. Our partnership with our community is ever-present and we are continuing to look for new ways to bring our community into Lake Forest High School to now only share the incredible talent and achievements of our students and educators but also to create new opportunities.

Sincerely,

Matthew L. Montgomery, Ph.D.

Superintendent

• September 27: Virtual Jr. Parent Seminar 7:00 PM

• October 9: No School Columbus Day

• October 10: D115 Board of Education Meeting

• October 11: PSAT/Q Testing 8:00 AM

• October 12: LFHS Foundation Executive Board Meeting 9:15 AM-11:00 AM

• October 12: APT Meeting (East Campus Library Classroom)10:00 AM-12:00 PM

• October 13: Applause Board Meeting 1:00 PM-2:15PM

• October 10, 2023 - Regular Meeting
• November 7, 2023 - Regular Meeting
• December 5, 2023 - Regular Meeting

Agendas will be posted prior to the meeting on the District 115 Board of Education website.

• Budget Hearing Agenda - September 12, 2023

• Agenda - September 12, 2023
• Recording
• Superintendent's Report
• President's Report

Today, we conducted a planned school-wide, Lockdown/Evacuation drill as part of Lake Forest High School's commitment to maintaining the highest levels of safety for students, faculty and staff. Emergency drills are practiced throughout the year to prepare our students and staff for an on-campus emergency. Thank you to the Lake Forest Police and Fire Departments who be assisted with the implementation and supervision of these drills. If you would like additional information on drill requirements for schools, more information can be found in the Illinois Safety Drill Act.

Regards,

Dr. Erin Lenart

Principal

Lake Forest High School

We are pleased to announce the availability of Heart Smart EKG testing. This initiative is aimed at promoting early detection and prevention of heart-related issues among our student body.

Date and Location: The Heart Smart EKG testing will take place on October 11th, 2023, at Lake Forest High School.

Cost:

• $20 per student if registered by 10/3/2023

• $25 for students registered from 10/4 to 10/9/2023

• $5 per student for those on the free and reduced lunch program

Registration Deadline: Please note that registration will close on October 9th, 2023. To secure the lower registration fee, make sure to register by October 3rd, 2023.

Why Heart Smart EKG Testing? Heart Smart EKG testing is a non-invasive, quick, and painless procedure that can detect irregularities in heart rhythms. Early detection of such issues can be crucial in preventing heart-related problems. By offering this testing at an affordable price, Lake Forest High School aims to ensure the well-being of our students and provide peace of mind to parents.

How to Register: To register your student for the Heart Smart EKG testing, please follow these steps:

• Visit our registration website (https://www.heartsmartekg.org/).

• Select the preferred date and time slot for the testing on October 11th.

• Fill out the necessary information accurately.

• Pay the registration fee online.

Congrats to and the Boys' Varsity Football Team, LFHS Athletic Director Tim Burkhalter, and his coaching staff for our Homecoming victory. As they cheered on the team to a winning score of 35-26 against Zion-Benton, our Scouts went ALL OUT!

This past weekend the Wind Ensemble from the LFHS band provided music for the dedication of a beautiful memorial in Veteran's Park. It was such a remarkable event, and the music provided by the talented students added an extra layer of emotion and respect to the occasion. Thank you to the students who participated in making this event extra special.

We are excited to invite you to help host the Great FULL Market, a free family event for families affiliated with Beacon Place in Waukegan. This event includes a free fresh produce market, playing Lotería games, bracelet making, as well as enjoying churros and hot chocolate. This is the third year the event will be held at Beacon Place and we need your support to make it a success!

We are currently seeking donors to help offset the cost of hosting balloon artists, providing free hot chocolate and churros, as well as funds to help provide personal hygiene products. All donations are tax-deductible and make a significant impact on the event we are able to create!

We are also seeking volunteers to help with various activities such as setup, cleanup, food distribution, crafts, and more. If you are interested in volunteering, please check this Friday’s FanScout!

Join us in welcoming the next two new additions to the D115 team - Susie Howe and Chuck Walsh! We are fortunate to count you both as new Scouts. #ScoutNation

⭐ Susie Howe - World Language (Latin) Teacher

Fun Fact about Susie: “I just got married in July and I love doing hand embroidery. I spend a lot of my free time at the barn with my horse, Gem, and at home with my husband and 2 cats. I'm a fan of all things nerdy and always willing to discuss!”

⭐ Chuck Walsh - Director of Safety and Security, Districts 67 and 115

Fun Fact about Chuck: “I am a member of Elk Grove VFW Post # 9284 and served in the US Air Force stationed in Texas, Korea, Philippines, and Montana. I am also a member of a bowling league and enjoy golf, and play an awesome game of cornhole.”

The LFHS Foundation has provided High Speed Cameras (2017), Projectile Launchers (2019), AirTracks (2019) and LED Binocular Microscopes (2020) investing more than $54,000 in these tools that enhance learning in science classes. While the students are now alumni, these tools are in use and still having a positive impact on learning today. These grants provide students with opportunities to engage with and experience life sciences and physics concepts. To learn more about the 72 powerful microscopes we granted, visit our Spotlight on Grants. You can have a positive impact on learning by donating.

Visit http://www.lfhsfoundation.org/ or donate at LFHSAnnualFund.givesmart.com

See below how your donation helps LFHS!

Thursday, September 28, 10am - 2pm

The Spirit of 67 invites all families and community members to kick off the fall social season by immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of five of the finest homes and gardens in Lake Forest! We look forward to treating you to the best of our community, including culinary delights, artistic gems, talented District 67 musicians, and much more!

EVENT TICKETS are now available for purchase using the link below.

All proceeds from this event go towards enriching, educational and cultural experiences for the students, parents, faculty, and staff of Lake Forest School District 67.

The District utilizes Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Follow us to learn more about celebrations, student achievements, and District news!

FAN's next sponsored in-person event will be split into two nights and feature Michelle Icard's book "Eight Setbacks that Can Make a Child a Success."

An invaluable playbook for anxious parents everywhere, "Eight Setbacks That Can Make a Child a Success" by parenting expert Michelle Icard (FAN ’22), offers specific and unexpected advice about what to say, what not to say, and what to do to help children in eight categories of tense situations. Distilled from Icard’s decades of experience working with tweens, teenagers, and families, she underscores that there is always a chance for a child to gain new and stronger decision-making skills, and for the parent-child relationship to strengthen.

• October 10 7:00pm: Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045
• Oct. 10 Facebook Event Link
• October 11 7:00pm: North Shore Country Day School, 310 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093

• Oct. 11 Facebook Event Link

Be a part of the Race to ReNew 5K and Fun Run this Saturday, September 30, 2023. It all happens at the West Lake Forest High School Campus. Race the grass LFHS Cross Country team course, then get the K-8 kids out for the Fun Run.

Please use this link for more information, and to sign up!

• September LFHS Band Notes
• TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804 Weekly Newsletter