HIGHLIGHTS • OCTOBER 2019
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Important Changes to College Board
AP Registration Process
AP Exam Purchase MUST be Completed
Before November 1
In mid-July, all LFHS Students taking AP Courses (and their families) received an email and hard copy letter about the changes regarding the College Board AP registration process. As you know, the College Board has moved the AP registration process from the spring to the fall of the school year. This change is non-negotiable. As a result, and as soon as possible, please have your student complete the required steps listed below:
- Sign in to myap.collegeboard.org using your College Board student account login.
- Join your AP Class Section after receiving your Join Code(s) from your AP Teacher(s)
- Use the Online Payments link on the LFHS Homepage to visit the LFHS Web-Store before NOVEMBER 1st and purchase your AP Exam.
(Exam Cost $94 or Capstone $142)
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Semifinalists in the 2020 National Merit® Scholarship Program Announced
Officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of approximately 16,000 Semifinalists in the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $31 million that will be offered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship® award, Semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the Finalist level of the competition. Over 90 percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and about half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar® title.
Congratulations to the Lake Forest High School Semifinalists:
Pictured below: Carrie Saginur. Pictured in group (back row l - r): John Clawson, Carson Ward, Kenneth Murray, William Ortell; (front row l - r): Rachel Quan, Garifalia Kapsalis, Elaina Lee, Megan Wong.
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Upcoming College and Career Workshops and Seminars
Thursday, October 3, 7:00 - 8:30pm, Breakout Rooms
Junior Parent Meeting: College Kick Off - Getting Started
Host: Educational Services
Wednesday, October 9, 8:00 - 11:00am, CRC *
Walk-In Workshop - FAFSA - Application Workshop (For Seniors and Parents)
Host: Educational Services and Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC)
At this workshop parents and students will be working on filling out and completing their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Our local FAFSA expert will be available for assistance.
*Bring your 2018 income and tax information. Feel free to bring your own computer
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Freshman/Sophomore Play Auditions: Oct. 2
Auditions for the freshman/sophomore play,
She Kills Monsters
, will be held after school on Wednesday, October 2 in the DMT. Students can find audition materials on the LFHS Theater Schoology group, from Mr. Wanninger in English, or at the following link:
bit.ly/lfhsmonsters
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Glee Club
The LFHS Glee Club is open to students, faculty, staff, parents and community members. This will be our 33rd season. GC sings at 4 LFHS Choral Concerts throughout the year. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday mornings from 7:35-8:10 am in the LFHS Choir Room (Room 83). Please contact Mr. Haskett (
thaskett@lfschools.net) if you are interested.
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Attention 8th Grade Families - Class of 2024
Sign up for the PSAT 8/9 by Oct 8
We are utilizing multiple data points to assist with determining each student's placement. In the absence of a standard assessment given across all of our feeder districts, Lake Forest High School administers the PSAT 8/9 at our West Campus to all students with intentions of registering at LFHS.
The address of our West Campus is: 300 S. Waukegan Rd. Lake Forest, IL 60045.
We are offering the assessment on the following two dates:
- Saturday, October 12 at WEST CAMPUS of LFHS (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM) OR
- Saturday, October 19 at WEST CAMPUS of LFHS (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)
Sign up for the PSAT 8/9 by completing this form no later than Tuesday, October 8:
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Senior Parents - Class of 2020
Congratulate your 2020 senior and express your pride and love with an ad in the 2020 yearbook!
SENIOR COMMEMORATIVES will be accepted on a space available basis. When space runs out, or we reach our plant deadline, we can no longer accept ads, so make sure to get your ad in early!
No ads will be accepted after March 3, 2020.
MESSAGE DETAILS:
1/8 Page Size Pricing:
- Early Bird Before November 30...$65.00
- From December 1st - January 31...$75.00
- From February 1st - March 3....$85.00
HOW TO SUBMIT ONLINE:
- Go to: https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/
- Enter order number: 8581
- Click Create a Yearbook Ad.
- Do not click "Upload Photos for the yearbook via eShare"
- You will upload your photos as directed during the ad creation process.
- Follow the prompts to design your ad.
- Add it to your cart and purchase it.
- Your ad is not complete until you add it to your cart and complete the checkout process!
ALL orders are processed
ONLINE through the Herff Jones web ordering.
TECH SUPPORT: Contact Herff Jones Technical Support at: 877.362.7750.
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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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It's Not Too Late! Please Grab A Friend and Join Us!
Sponsored by the Lake Forest High School
Association of Parents and Teachers
Saturday, October 5, 2019
7:00 - 10:00pm
The Lake Forest Club
*Dress is casual, spirit wear is encouraged. Show your ticket receipt at the Booster Store get 10% off your purchase STORE HOURS: WED., THURS., FRI. 11:00am - 3:00pm.
Featuring Live Music by Bushwood, appetizers, and beer and wine bar. All proceeds are divided between class treasuries for special grade-level activities. If you can't attend the event, consider a contribution to your student's class treasury or a "BUY IT NOW" auction item. Click the event link for details. Event link
https://www.events.org/ereg.aspx?e=130399&m=10.
LFHS Open Doors Program
We all want to help our teens make the best personal choices about colleges and careers. Soon, they will be choosing from over 4,000 colleges and universities, and over 800 occupations. The Lake Forest High School Career Connections programs are designed to help students explore career opportunities while still at Lake Forest High School. Our first program is Open Doors, which takes place on November 7-8.
Open Doors – November 7-8, 2019
Students job shadow at chosen organizations to learn about professional life in that setting. We look for Employer Partners to mentor our students by offering a variety of job opportunities. Mentoring can include allowing the students to shadow you during your workday, explaining different concepts specific to your field, providing a simulation activity for the students to complete, or any other idea you can think of! As an Employer Partner, you can select either November 7 or 8 (or both), what time of day, and how many students you are willing to mentor. Students must register themselves for the opportunities and will be matched by career interest or industry. To register as an Employer Partner,
use this link!
Calling all service dog & puppy parents! The APT Special Events team needs you! Finals can be a stressful time for our students. We are looking for some registered service dogs and puppies (under 2 yrs old) to help easy the stresses of finals on December 18 and/or June 3. If your dog is willing and able to help please contact Kirsten Starr
kistarr424@gmail.com
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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:
*BLUE and GOLD MEMBERS receive perks including free family admission to all home football and basketball games throughout the regular 2019-2020 season.
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- SCOUT NATION meetings are every Tuesday at the Wedge from 3:30-3:45pm, or until students need to leave. We encourage ALL LFHS students to join and support your school! If you’re an athlete interested but unable to attend, we need your help, too! Please email kgregory@lfschools.net to find out how you can get involved.
- STUDENT WORKER positions available for pay and/or service hours. https://lfhsboosters.org/student-workers/
- PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Please contact Jill Mickey at: 8472244494 if you are able to volunteer at CONCESSIONS during Varsity Football Games on September 20 and/or October 4 for a 2 hour shift.
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Booster Summer Grant Reimbursement
Deadline Information
If your LFHS student athlete interviewed with a Booster member in May 2019, please have your student write a brief follow up summary describing the camp and the benefit to them. Please mail the letter with proof of payment for the camp to:
Alana Hender 295 Vine Ave.
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
The Deadline for the follow up letter is
Friday, September 27, 2019.
Thank you to all families who participated in the Boosters summer camp grants program!
This grant is available to all current freshmen, sophomores and juniors attending the Lake Forest High School who participated in a recognized inter- scholastic sport and attend a sports camp during the Summer. LFHS sponsored or other.
GO SCOUTS!
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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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Thank you for Investing in Educational Excellence!
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 topnotch learning environment for all by investing in educational excellence. Your contribution directly impacts the learning experience and outcomes at LFHS. Learn how your investment benefits students at
lfhsfoundation.org. If you missed out on donating during registration, donations can be made at any time through our website.
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Spotlight on Grants: VR Headsets
With a generous grant from the LFHS Foundation in 2019, and teacher training last summer, students are now using virtual reality headsets to explore the world – in 3D and with 360-degree viewing.
Virtual Reality (VR) is the use of computer technology to create a simulated environment. Through the use of a head-mounted display, virtual reality offers learners the opportunity to step into places, roles, and experiences that were previously inaccessible from inside the walls of the classroom.
“We aren’t seeking to change curriculum,” Jimmy Juliano of the LFHS Educational Technology department said. “Our goal is to supplement and enhance the existing curriculum using some really engaging, immersive, cutting-edge technology.”
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Pitch Night and Spring Luncheon Volunteers Needed
LFHS Foundation is looking for volunteers for its Pitch Night and Spring Luncheon Committees. These are two of the year’s biggest events hosted by the Foundation. The luncheon brings together hundreds of Foundation supporters to celebrate educational excellence at LFHS. The 6th annual Pitch Night is the culmination of the Business Incubator class each year. Sign up to volunteer at
https://forms.gle/8G52TwiYmcHvNLiX6.
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Business Incubator Seeking a Social Media Coach for 2019-20
The Business Incubator seeks committed community members, engaging business leaders, and enthusiastic entrepreneurs to help guide and mentor our students through the process of developing and implementing their business plans. We are currently looking for a Social Media Coach to join our efforts. Interested? Learn more here, and sign up at https://forms.gle/5dCycTpJq9pxne1k9, or contact Rich Chun at
businessincubator@lfschools.net.
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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.
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Calling All Freshmen & Sophomore Students
Auditions for
She Kills Monsters
will take place Wednesday, October 2
Call Backs: Thursday, October 3
Production Dates: Thursday, Nov. 21, Friday, Nov. 22, Saturday, Nov. 23
Production Time: Evenings @7:00pm
Don't Miss
Rumors
, by Neil Simon
Thursday, Oct. 17, Friday, Oct. 18, Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:00pm in the RMA
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
Membership donations are our primary source of income which allows us to support LFHS Theater. PALS is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. All PALS members will be acknowledged in this year’s programs. Thank you!
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Important Dates
Wed Oct 2
LFHS APT Meeting, 10:00 AM
Board Room, LFHS West Campus
Thu Oct 3
Junior Parent Meeting: College Kick Off - Getting Started
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Breakout Rooms
Sat Oct 5
Be True to Your School, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Lake Forest Club
Mon Oct 7
D115 Board of Education Meeting, 7:00 PM
Board Rm. Lake Forest HS West Campus
Wed Oct 9
FAFSA - Application Workshop For Seniors and Parents
(Bring your 2018 income and tax information)
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Walk-In Workshop @CRC
Sat Oct 12
PSAT 8/9 Assessment, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LFHS West Campus, 300 S. Waukegan Rd.
Mon Oct 14
Columbus Day - No School
Sat Oct 19
PSAT 8/9 Assessment, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LFHS West Campus, 300 S. Waukegan Rd.
Wed Oct 23
Underclass Yearbook Re-Takes -
All Juniors, Sophomores & Freshmen
Library Classroom 1 & 2 During Lunch Periods
Thu Oct 24
Underclass Yearbook Re-Takes -
All Juniors, Sophomores & Freshmen
Library Classroom 1 & 2 During Lunch Periods
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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
- Bubble Ball - Wednesday, October 2 at West Park, 7:00 - 8:00pm; Permission Slip Required
- Fall Retreat Registration Begins at www.croya.com - Wednesday, October 16
- Poinsettia Sale Fundraiser Begins - Wednesday, October 16
- Halloween Party - Wednesday, October 30, 7:00 - 8:00pm
- CROYA Fall Retreat - November 22-24
Visit
www.CROYA.com or call Catherine Grey at (847) 810-3985 for more information.
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Upcoming Films
- MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival Part of the First Thursdays series - Thursday, October 3 at 11:00am and 7:00pm
- Cooked: Survival by Zip Code at 11am & 7 pm Part of the Kartemquin Presents Series - Sunday, October 13 at 4:00pm
Upcoming Events
- PAWS Adoption Day 2019 - Sunday, September 29 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
- Toby Lightman Live in Concert - Saturday, October 5 at 8:00pm
- Author Dr. Marc Weissbluth Talk and Q&A - Thursday, October 17 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
- Truth Be Told – A Night of Personal Storytelling - Saturday, November 2 from 8:00 to 9:30 pm
Upcoming Classes
- SAT Power Classes - September 30, October 1, 2 & 3 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Four sessions - You can attend 1, 2, 3 or all 4 sessions!
- Babysitting Safety 101 - Saturday, October 5 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
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