Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 has announced the graduation plans and event details for the Class of 2025.

Lake Forest High School, part of the district, has scheduled its graduation ceremony for June 7, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. on the school's front lawn. In accordance with new state legislation (Public Act 103-0463), students will be permitted to wear cultural or identity-related accessories alongside their caps and gowns. Approved academic regalia will include items such as gold stoles for valedictorian and salutatorian, gold cords for Cum Laude, and specialty tassels or cords for honors like National Merit Finalist or military service commitments. Eligible students will be informed in advance, with distribution occurring during the graduation rehearsal. Families are required to submit a form by May 9 to request specific regalia items.

According to a press release by Lake Forest High School, guests may enter after 1:15 p.m., with shuttle services available from Lake Forest and Lake Bluff train stations. On-campus parking is reserved for those with handicapped placards, though drop-offs are permitted. In case of inclement weather, the event may be moved indoors with a decision made by 10 a.m., and tickets sent electronically. The ceremony will also be livestreamed and viewable in the school auditorium.

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 while serving the communities of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood.

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 serves around 1,500 students from Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood in grades 9–12. According to Lake Forest Schools, the district offers a range of academic programs including advanced placement courses and specialized electives as well as extracurricular activities such as athletics and performing arts. Feeder schools include Deer Path Middle School, Lake Bluff Middle School, along with several private and parochial schools in the area.