Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest Schools have announced a series of senior celebrations for Lake Forest High School's Class of 2025. The events will begin on May 1 and continue through graduation on June 7. These include a senior breakfast, prom, wellness walk, senior clap out, finals, and several awards ceremonies. Graduation rehearsal and a senior BBQ are scheduled for June 5, with the commencement ceremony following on June 7. Students are encouraged to nominate a support staff or faculty member who has made a meaningful impact during their time at Lake Forest High School (LFHS), according to a press release by Lake Forest Schools.

According to the announcement, Lake Forest High School’s Prom 2025, themed "Unmask the Night," will take place on Saturday, May 17, at Belvedere Catering and Events in Elk Grove Village. This formal event is open to LFHS juniors and seniors, who may invite underclassmen or outside guests. Check-in begins at 4:45 p.m. in the back commons, followed by a red carpet at 5:00 p.m., with bus departure at 6:00 p.m. Dinner and dancing will run from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m., with attendees returning to LFHS afterward. Tickets are priced at $120 and available online from April 1 to May 1. Attendance requires riding the school-provided buses.

Lake Forest High School was established in 1935 as a public secondary school in Lake Forest, Illinois, serving grades nine through twelve. Approximately 95% of its students pursue higher education, supported by personalized instruction and a collaborative school environment. It serves the communities of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood with the motto "Pursuits become habits," according to Lake Forest Schools.

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 serves approximately 1,500 students from Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood. The district offers various academic programs, extracurricular activities, career pathways, and community service opportunities. Its curriculum includes advanced placement courses and specialized electives while providing 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.