2025 LFA Spring Break Trip: Caxys Abroad!
The Bahamas The spring break trip for the AP Environmental Science class took students to one of the most beautiful and unique places on Earth – Andros Island in the…
April 2025
Alumni Achievements: Patrick McCarthy and Guy Blessing
Dr. Patrick McCarthy Back in 1973, Dr. Patrick McCarthy was an average senior boarding student at Lake Forest Academy, with dreams of becoming a famous rock-star. During this time, LFA…
Mastering Your Mindset: An Interview With Rob Dial
As finals swiftly approach at Lake Forest Academy and the community nears the summer holidays, motivation gets harder. The repetitive cycle of oscillating motivation calls for an expert in the…
How Illinois Uses Cannabis Sales To Reinvest in Communities
On June 25, 2019, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (CRTA), becoming the 11th state in the nation to legalize cannabis – including products such…
Update on School Spirit Week
In recent school years, Lake Forest Academy has seen a rapid decline in school spirit. With the hit of COVID-19, faculty began to notice a decrease in student involvement, specifically…
Money, Murder and Moral Decay: Thailand’s “The White Lotus” Spotlight
Note: This article contains spoilers. After two years, “The White Lotus” returned for a third season on Max, with a new cast and new themes. This season took place in…
Disney’s Snow White Struggles at the Box Office
Disney attempted to revive its iconic “Snow White,” released in 1937, which contributed to the studio’s success, with a live-action movie released March 21, 2025. The film features Rachel Zegler…
“Mamma Mia!” Returns to Broadway: A Hit That Keeps on Dancing!
After a nearly decade-long break, the iconic musical “Mamma Mia!” is returning to Broadway, and fans couldn’t be more excited. This beloved show, packed with catchy ABBA songs and a…
Chinese Animated Film “Ne Zha 2” Brings Global Success
Following the international success of “Ne Zha,” produced in 2019, China’s budding animation industry has returned with a sequel, “Ne Zha 2,” that merges ancient mythology with cutting-edge visuals. The…
Album Review: “MAYHEM” by Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga’s return to pop music pays homage to her entire discography – and channels the Gaga we all know and love. Over the last 16 years, Gaga has become…