Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 has announced that restoration work on the Lake Forest High School (LFHS) East front entrance will commence after graduation on June 7.

The project involves replacing the front steps, handrails, and sidewalk, along with a full excavation of the area to facilitate the restoration of historic lamp posts and temporary removal of landscaping. The ivy and shrubs will be replanted post-construction, and the restored lamp posts are anticipated to return in the fall. According to LFHS, work is scheduled to continue through early October.

Lake Forest High School's Class of 2025 graduation occurred on 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 were permitted to wear cultural or identity-related accessories with their caps and gowns. Approved academic regalia included 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 were notified in advance, and distribution took place during the graduation rehearsal. Families were required to submit a form by May 9 to request specific regalia items, according to a press release by Lake Forest High School.

Established in 1935, Lake Forest High School is a public secondary institution located 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 under the motto "Pursuits become habits," according to Lake Forest Schools.

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 caters to approximately 1,500 students from Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Knollwood in grades 9–12. 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.