Weekend Activities: Carrying Atas’ Legacy
Lake Forest Academy is not simply a high school; it is a home for more than 200 students from across the world. To support the residential community, the school offers…
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The Night Everyone’s Waiting For: Homecoming
One of the most anticipated traditions at Lake Forest Academy, homecoming, occurred on Sept. 19 in the Student Center, decked out in gold for the “24k gold” theme. Whether students…
2026 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Each year, 70,000 juniors in Illinois enter the National Merit Scholarship competition. Despite best efforts, only the top one-percent of the early applicants make it to the last round. They…
Singer, Philanthropist and Icon to Many: Dolly Parton Passes Away at Age 80
Dolly Parton, a singer and songwriter who became one of the most recognizable figures in American music, died Aug. 25, at age 80. Parton died after a brief battle with…
Meet Our Campus Dogs: A Look at Our Beloved Pups
Zoro Owner: Swati Tanwar Age: 3 Years on campus: 3 Personality: Zoro is a handsome, sweet, friendly and very loving golden retriever. He can be a little dramatic sometimes but…
Class Retreats: A Purpose for Every Grade
The freshman retreat was designed to familiarize students with both the campus and each other. The first day was on campus grounds for small-group activities, including a tour of Lake…
2026’s Top Summer Albums: Ranked
6. “Oh yeah?” by Steve Lacy Though Steve Lacy’s album was released July 17, it was the July 31 release of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” that brought it to the…
Movie Theatres Are Making a Comeback
Movie theaters seem to be making a comeback, at least if you look at the money. By late August, North American box-office revenue in 2026 was up roughly 20% from…
The Emmys: A Night to Remember
The 78th Emmy Awards commenced on Sept. 14, leaving fans feeling either emotional or confused. The night was full of upsets and unexpected moments as television’s biggest stars gathered to…
A Ferry Special Day: Celebrating the 157th Anniversary of Ferry Hall
Yellow and white balloons adorn the student center, a prefect takes the stage, choruses of an abandoned alma mater ripple out — these are the signs of Ferry Hall Day.…