LFA Welcomes Families During Annual Fall Open House
Lake Forest Academy welcomed over 450 people from more than 100 families to its annual Fall Open House on October 26. LFA’s annual Fall Open House provides prospective students and…
News
U.S.–China Visa Tensions Shape International Student Life
As global politics continue to shift, international students face growing uncertainty about studying abroad in the United States, especially Chinese students. Recent tensions between the U.S. and China have led…
Marching for the Planet: Tens of Thousands Protest during COP30 in Brazil
On Saturday, November 15, over 20,000 environmental activists and indigenous people marched over two and a half miles through Belém, Brazil, to demand greater climate protection efforts from the government.…
Cyberattack Hits University of Pennsylvania Databases
The University of Pennsylvania has experienced a data breach, leaving student, alumni and financial information exposed. The data uncovered could go back decades, and according to the hackers, about 1.2…
November News: Chapel Recap
Woodbury’s: On October 16, students gathered in Hamilton Chapel to welcome the finalists of the latest Woodbury Public Speaking Contest. The finalists included Will Achtmeyer ’26, Alex Black ’26, Budom…
Dr. Tift Sabbatical
After a year-long sabbatical, Dr. Tift returns to Belmont Hill, teaching English, overseeing the Debate Team, directing Advanced Action Research, and supervising the Sextant. During her sabbatical, Dr. Tift gained…
Charlie Kirk Assassination
On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk, a well-known right-wing and Christian political activist, was shot and killed while speaking at the University of Utah. Kirk, one of the most notable…
Turkey Drive Preview
This year marks the 16th anniversary of the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive, a cherished Belmont Hill tradition that connects students and members of the broader community. The Drive supports local…
Government Shutdown Update
As of Monday, October 24th, the federal government has officially been shut down for almost four weeks—24 days and counting—making it currently the second-longest shutdown in U.S. history. The standoff…
November Sustainability Update
The Belmont Hill Sustainability Club has revamped its structure with one clear goal: to accomplish more and create a greater impact at school. Recent accomplishments include successful cleanups, collaboration with…