Class schedules, along with a blank color-coded Weekly Schedule template and
information on how to customize the template, were mailed to each student. Families should have received this mailing by the last week of July.
Families should have received a personalized SnapCode email to access online registration and fee payment through InfoSnap. If you need additional information, or did not receive this email, please call (847) 604-7437 or email
[email protected] or
[email protected].
Student fees must be paid by Tuesday, August 8
in order to attend
Textbook and Chromebook Pick Up on August 16 & 17. Students attend book pick-up by grade level at the East Campus of LFHS (1285 McKinley Rd.) at the times listed below.
Families paying fees after Tuesday, August 8 should bring proof of payment to pick up books on
August 22 from 8am to 3pm.
Textbook and Chromebook Pick Up
Wednesday, August 16
Seniors 9am - 12pm
Juniors 12pm - 3pm
Thursday, August 17
Sophomores 9am - 12pm
Freshmen 12pm - 3pm
Younger siblings are welcome to attend Textbook and Chromebook Pick Up with older siblings.
If there is an error on the class schedule mailed to you, or you are requesting a change, please use the
Schedule Correction form. Prior to requesting a correction, it is important to review the
list of Closed Courses 17-18.
These classes are already filled to capacity.
Schedule Correction forms must be submitted by Thursday, August 3 at 3:00 pm. Any changes we can accommodate, will be reflected in PowerSchool on August 14. Please access
PowerSchool via the link at the bottom right of the homepage. PowerSchool passwords were included on your student class schedule. Students are expected to attend the classes that are listed on schedules they receive at Textbook Pick Up.
Freshman Orientation - Tuesday, August 22
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Raymond Moore Auditorium
Freshman Orientation is the first official day of school for all Freshmen.
Freshman Orientation is a unique opportunity for the Class of 2021 to get to know their high
school without the crowds. Stay tuned for more information soon!
The regular school year will begin for all students at
8:15 am and end at 3:20 pm on Wednesday, August 23rd. The first week of school is ALL Scout Days.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday
* Scout Days (8:15 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.; Early Bird at 7:25 a.m.) 45 min. class time with 5 min. passing
Wednesday and Thursday
* Blue and Gold Days (9:00 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.) 80 min. class time with 5 min. passing
New Change this year!
Student Support - Wednesday
Wednesday morning - Personal Learning Time (PLT) from 7:45 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Classes begin at 9:00 a.m. Students can meet their own teacher for additional support.
New change this year!
Collaboration - Thursday
Thursday morning - Faculty Collaboration from 7:45 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Classes begin at 9:00 a.m.
Health Services News
Important Information from Health Office - Physicals, Vaccinations and More!
InfoSnap - During on the online registration process, the health forms are made available for download on the Medical page and Medical Documents page.
InfoSnap - Once the online registration process is completed, a parent can log back into InfoSnap and download the health forms from the Submission Confirmation page.
LFHS vs. Orr Academy Basketball to be Featured on NBC Sunday Night
LFHS was an organizing sponsor last month of Net Gain 2017, a basketball game and cultural exchange between Chicago's Orr Academy High School and Lake Forest High School, raising over $30,000 to support Orr Academy.
On Sunday night @ 6:00 p.m., the national "Megyn Kelly Show" on NBC channel 5 will feature a story on Coach Lou Adams and the impact he has on the young men @ Orr. The show is scheduled to feature interviews with Coach Adams, players, and local Rick Telander who wrote the original series on Orr that inspired Net Gain 2017 and the television feature.
Parent Organizations
Lake Forest High School offers an abundance of opportunities for parents to get involved. Consider the opportunities listed below and we welcome your participation.
LFHS Foundation
The LFHS Foundation is an all-volunteer organization that helps bridge the gap between tax dollars received by the district and the cost of providing a high-quality education in the 21st century. Students and teachers look to our resources to provide cutting-edge technology, best-in-class teaching methods, and classroom enhancements that would not otherwise be possible.
DONATE TO THE LFHS FOUNDATION DURING ONLINE ENROLLMENT... And Make a Lasting Impact on Your Child's Education!
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.
Lake Forest High School Association of Parents and Teachers (LFHS APT) promotes cooperative action among Lake Forest High School, the administration and teachers, its students, the parents, and the community.
Our Mission is to promote and support athletic success, spirit and sportsmanship in every sport and for every student-athlete at Lake Forest High School. Learn More!
APPLAUSE
Visit our webpage to learn more! 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.
PALS (Producers-at-Large) is the parent booster organization for the LFHS theater department. Since it was formed in 1975, PALS has contributed approximately $100,000 to help secure items not funded through the school's budget. Learn more
CROYA meetings are every Wednesday from 7:00pm - 8:00pm at CROYA, 400 Hastings Rd, LF. Come hear about upcoming events, hang out with friends and participate in the fun activity of the week.
Regular CROYA meetings will begin on Wed., August 30 from 7:00pm-8:00pm. Come hear about upcoming events, hang out with friends and participate in the fun activity of the week. The meetings are open to all high school students and will be every Wednesday from 7:00pm-8:00pm for the school year. Other CROYA Activities and dates:
September 2-4 Volunteer on all 3 days of Labor Day weekend for the LF/LB Artisan Guild's Fall Fair. Earn Community Service Hours.
November 17-19 Save the date for the CROYA Fall Retreat
FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR CROYA FACEBOOK PAGE
Visit
www.CROYA.com or contact Meghan Gayter at CROYA for more information
(847) 810-3985
Sylvan ACT/SAT Hybrid Prep Class
August 1-18, 4-7pm
Not sure if your child will score better on the ACT or SAT? Prep for both with Sylvan's Hybrid ACT/SAT course.
College Applications - How to Write a Standout Common App Essay
August 8, 6-8pm
Writing a standout Common App Essay increases your odds of turning a college's "Maybe" in to a resounding "Yes"
For Guys Only: Ready. Set. High School Success!
August 9-11 or August 16-18
This class helps your son ease the transition to High School before he even starts. Topics include study skills, note taking, test prep, planning, organizing and other tips.
Piano, Cello & Violin
There is always music in the air at Gorton Community Center! Visit www.gortoncenter.org to sign up for individual instruction.
Volunteer Opportunities at Gorton
Attention all students: Gorton is always looking for volunteers for special events, films and the many non-profits in the building!
The Film Series at Gorton
Tickets are $5 at the door or online at www.gortoncenter.org. All shows are at 7pm.
Good Will Hunting
Friday, August 4
Mrs. Doubtfire
Friday, August 11
Hook
Friday, August 18
Gorton Community Center Block Party
Saturday, September 16
FREE - Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy food, music and entertainment as well as a movie under the stars!
5:30pm - event begins; Sunset - Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Friends of Lake Forest Library 42nd Annual Book Sale
At Lake Forest Recreation Center
400 Hastings Rd. Lake Forest
PREVIEW Thurs., September 14 9am-5pm
Members and volunteers, 20% mark up (memberships available at door)
Over 150,000 donated books carefully sorted, arranged, and individually priced in over 115 categories including Collectors, First Editions, Biographies, Art, Vintage Children, Military, U.S. and World History, Sports, Science Fiction, Music, CDs, Audio Books, DVDs, Art, Architecture, Photography, Children's, Cooking, Gardening, new Fiction, new Non-Fiction and more!!
Physicals, Vaccinations and More!
Sylvan ACT/SAT Hybrid Prep Class 
