Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest Schools announced the celebration of the 23rd annual Grant Day on March 14, where grants were awarded by the Lake Forest High School Foundation. The announcement was made in a press release.

On March 14, the Lake Forest High School Foundation held its 23rd annual Grant Day. Trustees informed grant recipients that their funding had been approved. Alongside the four new grants granted that day, two additional off-cycle grants were funded earlier in the year and have already been put into action. According to a press release, the Foundation relies on community donations and sponsorships for its Annual Spring Luncheon and Pitch Night to help fund educational programs.

The Lake Forest High School Foundation (LFHS) provides funding for educational initiatives at Lake Forest High School through grants supporting students, faculty, and staff. Since 2002, the foundation has awarded over 290 grants totaling more than $2.2 million for projects such as Makerspace, Business Incubator, and 21st-century learning labs. It works with teachers, students, and administrators to review grant applications and allocate resources. Funding is supported by community donations, local business partnerships, and events like the annual spring luncheon. Grants have contributed to technology upgrades, collaborative learning spaces, and various academic and extracurricular programs at the school.

Lake Forest High School was established in 1935 as a public secondary school in Lake Forest, Illinois, serving grades 9–12. Approximately 95% of its students pursue higher education, supported by personalized instruction and a collaborative school environment. The school emphasizes mutual respect, high expectations, and a sense of belonging. It serves the communities of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood with the motto "Pursuits become habits."

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 serves approximately 1,500 students from Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood in grades 9–12. The district offers a range of academic programs, extracurricular activities, career pathways, and community service opportunities. Its curriculum includes advanced placement courses, specialized electives, and access to athletics, performing arts, and various clubs. Feeder schools include Deer Path Middle School, Lake Bluff Middle School, and several private and parochial schools in the area.