LFA’s Sixth Annual FIRE Conference
On January 24, Lake Forest Academy hosted their sixth annual Fostering Intercultural Respect and Engagement Conference, otherwise known as the FIRE Conference. The conference was created and hosted by Lusanda…
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The Outdoor Rink: A Space Where the Community Comes Together
The construction of the Outdoor Rink, colloquially known as the ODR, originated as an idea in 2021 from the Student Life Office leadership team to encourage students to participate in…
Exploring Religious Accessibility at Deerfield Academy
Although Deerfield has a long history of teaching Muslim, Christian, and Jewish students, it used to have strong Christian influences in its traditions. Both Judaism and Islam are student alliances,…
Article by Aarnav Shah Published by International Journal
Aarnav Shah ‘25 recently co-wrote a scientific article published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. Inspired to help people with experiences similar to his own during…
Alice Bolin Visits LFA
Author Alice Bolin visited campus on January 10th, talking to multiple English classes, including AP Literature and True Crime, to discuss her New York Times bestseller. Published in 2018, Alice…
Halloween at LFA: Spooky Traditions and Fall Festivities
As the leaves fall and the weather starts to change, Lake Forest Academy is ready for its annual Halloween festivities. At Lake Forest Academy, Halloween isn’t just about dressing up…
Like Father Like Son: A Deerfield Experience
Deerfield is a school well known for its history and generational familial connections. Although cultural and societal changes are inherently inevitable, there are certain aspects of Deerfield that haven’t changed…
Deerfield Helps Tackle Food Insecurity
Despite frequent discourse about the flavor of our dining hall dishes, they are still reliably and consistently quality and accessible. However, this privilege does not extend beyond the school into…
Young Democrats and Young Republicans: The History of Political Clubs at Deerfield Academy
The Young Republicans and Young Democrats clubs existed at Deerfield Academy since before the school was co-ed. Despite their extensive legacy, the clubs are less well known in the Deerfield…
The Communication Office: A Hidden Branch of the Academy’s Backbone
As students walk to their classes, they can often spot members of the Communications Office capturing the details of student life. The office serves as the “public relations arm” of…