Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest Schools have announced that starting this fall, Lake Forest High School will require all students and staff to wear a visible, school-issued ID and lanyard during the school day and while using school transportation.

According to a press release by Lake Forest Schools, IDs are used for security, cafeteria access, bus entry, and school events. Students who forget their ID will receive a temporary one for the day, and lost or damaged IDs can be replaced through the technology office for $10. Noncompliance or defaced IDs may result in disciplinary action, and staff may request ID verification at any time. Temporary IDs are short-term solutions while waiting for replacements.

"The visible ID and lanyard policy is a simple but powerful way to ensure we know who belongs in the building at all times," said Chuck Walsh, director of safety and security. "It strengthens our ability to identify students quickly and is in keeping with best practices across the country."

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.