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VIEWBOOKLake Forest Academy

2014-2015

“Lake Forest Academy teaches its students to strive for excellence; however, LFA’s definition of excellence goes beyond simply the classroom or the athletic spectrum. As a member of the LFA

community, each student is taught to branch out and to expand themselves whether through service, leadership or the many other opportunities that present themselves. Moreover, each

student is taught to embrace the family that is the LFA community. With supportive faculty and students, the LFA experience is a time for personal growth and development. Such growth brings each member of the community closer every day. It is the experience and time at LFA that molds

its students into the type of scholars, athletes and community members that LFA is proud to call part of its family. As I go into my last year here, there are no words to express the immense

gratitude that I have for what LFA has done for me and for the many other students who are lucky enough to attend a school like LFA.”

—Romaer Chopra, class of 2015, All-School President

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Thank you for your interest in Lake Forest Academy! We invite you to learn more–not only on the pages of this Viewbook, but also our website (lfanet.org), Facebook (Facebook.com/LakeForestAcademy), Twitter (@LFAcad), Instagram (LFACADEMY), and our photo albums on Flickr (lakeforestacademy), and SmugMug (www.lakeforestacademy.smugmug.com). We hope you’ll visit us on campus for our November 9, 2014 or April 19, 2015 Open House, or arrange a campus tour.

Welcome!

Contents

Part One ....... About LFA Greeting from the Head of School ........... 3 Mission & Vision .................................... 5 History & Tradition ................................ 7

Part Two ....... You’ve Got Questions Are prep school students just like me? ..... 9 Can I handle the work? ...........................11 Will my teachers know me? .....................13 Will I find a place to belong? ...................15 Will I have to do my own laundry? ..........17 How’s the food? ......................................19 How do day students fit in? .....................21

Part Three .....Tell Me More Academics ...............................................23 College Counseling ..................................33 Student & Campus Life ...........................37 Athletics ..................................................49 Fine and Performing Arts .........................53 Service Learning ......................................55 Summer ESL ............................................57

Part Four ...... Making It Official Admission Details & Deadlines ...............59 Financial Aid & Tuition ...........................61

Part Five ....... People Make the Difference Faculty .....................................................67 Board of Trustees .....................................71 Life Trustees ............................................72

2 LAKE FOREST ACADEMY

Greeting from the Head of School

I would like to welcome you to Lake Forest Academy, a community of global citizens and educational excellence. At LFA, we focus on the growth and development of each and every student within a mission that emphasises character, scholarship, citizenship, and individual responsibility. Small classes allow our faculty not only to teach our students to the fullest, but also to inspire them to a love of learning. Supported by our dynamic and interactive classrooms, our teachers create an environment of learning and promote excellence in scholarship. LFA is also proud to be a community rich in diversity, educating students from across the country and around the world. Teachers and students alike work hard to ensure that LFA is a welcoming place and that each member of the community recognises the significance of others. We encourage the respect and celebration of all cultures as we teach students the importance of global pluralism. LFA also encourages all students to become involved in service learning and to develop their own individual sense of responsibility for those around them. LFA graduates are not only scholars who are citizens of the world but they are also young adults who recognise the importance that their actions can play in making a difference in the lives of others. Our students demonstrate in their daily lives a sense of self as well as a sense of selflessness.

LFA is a very special place, and I look forward to welcoming you into our community.

John A. Strudwick, Ph.D.Head of School

Our MissionLake Forest Academy strives to embody in its practices and to cultivate in its students excellence of character, scholarship, citizenship, and responsibility.

• Character encompasses respect for others and their beliefs, dedication to honesty in every sphere of life, realization of moral clarity and conviction, and pursuit of virtue and value in life.

• Scholarship encompasses acquisition of knowledge, development of critical thinking, enthusiasm for discovery and learning, and exercise of a powerful imagination.

• Citizenship encompasses appreciation of diversity and multiculturalism, involvement in the LFA community, participation in service to others, and commitment to global awareness and understanding.

• Responsibility encompasses development of self-reliance, ability to seek guidance, dedica-tion to cooperation and teamwork, and action based upon informed decisions.

Vision StatementThe vision for Lake Forest Academy is to secure its place as a national and international leader in secondary education. LFA is a mission-driven, college-preparatory school of 435 students with approximately equal numbers of boarding and day students. The school is respected for the exceptional quality and diversity of its student and faculty communities, who are drawn from across the globe, as well as for the depth and breadth of its academic and extracurricular pro-grams. LFA is recognized as a liberal arts school that, in addition to academic excellence, devel-ops character and changes its students’ lives through the efforts of great faculty and their com-mitment to outstanding teaching. Finally, LFA is committed to a high-caliber physical plant with state-of-the-art facilities for both program and residential needs and to a healthy financial posi-tion to secure the ongoing success of the school and its vision.

Our HistoryLake Forest Academy was founded in 1857 as an independent, all-boys, college-preparatory school. In 1869, the Young Ladies’ Seminary at Ferry Hall was established as an independent girls’ school in Lake Forest.

The LFA campus, originally adjoining the Lake Forest College grounds, moved to its current location, the former J. Ogden Armour estate, in 1948 after a fire destroyed the Academy buildings. LFA has been coeducational since 1974, when the school merged with Ferry Hall.

The Head of School is Dr. John Strudwick, appointed in 2001 after a 17-year career at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. Lake Forest Academy is governed by a board of trustees and accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States, the National Association of Independent Schools, and the State of Illinois.

The Academy today upholds many of the traditions that have been established throughout the school’s 157-year history.

For example, the Bowditch Bell (named for an esteemed former headmaster) was saved from LFA’s former campus after the fire and now sits proudly in front of Reid Hall. Sports teams returning to campus after an away victory ring the bell to share their good news; at Graduation, the bell is rung as each graduate’s name is announced. Move-Up Day is a year-end ceremony that originated at Ferry Hall, celebrating student accomplishments and the promotion of each class.

What’s a Caxy?

The LFA mascot is the “Caxy,” which is essentially ancient Greek for “ribbet” – the croaking sound made by a frog. In the early 1900s, Aristophanes’ comedy, The Frogs, was the subject of a popular Greek literature class. The Frog Chorus croaked, “Caxy, caxy, caxy.”

LFA Traditions Include

• All-School Handshake• House Cup Competitions• Fall, Winter and Spring Spirit

Weekends• LFA Charter Day• Service Learning Day• Science on the Fly• Homecoming Chariot Races

“The Alumni Hockey Game is my favorite LFA tradition. It’s always cool to meet people who played for the school in previous years

and get to see what they do for a living.”

—Brett Hanebrink, class of 2015

are prep school students just like me?

Our students come from near and far—from Chicago’s suburbs, across the United States, and from about 34 countries around the globe. No matter where they call home, LFA students work hard in class and also know how to have fun.

The Academy attracts students who are committed to excellence, curious about the world around them, and excited about learning in a diverse and supportive community.

LFA students make friends easily because they all have one thing in common: They have chosen a different kind of high school.

“LFA is unique in that it allows students to be the best that they can be. If you like

sports, become a phenomenal athlete with the help of great coaches and loving team-mates. If you like orchestra, become a star musician with the help of a great director and loving bandmates. If you like the arts, become an amazing artist with the help of

great teachers and loving classmates. It is an experience unlike any other.”

–Lexi Silver, class of 2016

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can I handle the work?

That’s up to you! Lake Forest Academy’s curriculum is designed to be challenging and to prepare students for college-level work. Teachers have both high academic expectations and a strong desire to see students succeed.

Classes are small (average class size is 12), and teachers encourage their students to meet for extra help whenever they need it.

LFA students quickly learn to manage their time. They can use free periods during the day to study, work on projects or get a head start on homework.

“LFA does have pretty challenging classes, and I get an average of 45 minutes per

class of homework each night. I get all my work done by studying and working

in the library during my free periods, and being productive before and after

my after-school commitments.”

—Sneha Pamulapati, class of 2016

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will my teachers know me?

They will know you well! Most faculty (and their families) live on campus, so students are able to develop relationships with teachers beyond the classrooms. Over time, LFA teachers become respected mentors and friends.

With their classroom teachers also serving as coaches, dorm parents, advisors, and club spon-sors, LFA students are able to connect with faculty in many ways. In this close-knit school community, learning is a personal experience.

“My relationships with teachers are incredible. All of them genuinely care about their students, even after their

students are done with class. I still have great relationships with teachers

I had freshman year!”

—Jordan Wolff, class of 2015

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will I find a place to belong?

A big advantage of going to a small school is the opportunity to be totally involved in school life. All LFA students play on school sports teams and are strongly encouraged to join clubs, perform in school plays, and more.

Leadership roles are available in all aspects of the school community, including yearbook, journalism, the arts, clubs, student council, and team sports, to name only a few. You can pursue areas of deep interest and explore new ones.

LFA students also develop initiative, responsibility, compassion, and commitment through service learning. Everyone participates in our annual, school-wide Service Learning Day or in regularly scheduled service commitments throughout the school year.

“At LFA everyone is extremely friendly, and meeting people is never an issue.

On top of that when you first visit the school you are assigned a buddy

(who usually has similar interests to you) who also helps introduce you to other people and helps you find your place.”

—Nomode Gila, class of 2015

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will I have to do my own laundry?Bring your quarters! If you’re a boarder, living at school means you get a lot of independence as you learn to take care of yourself, how to manage your time wisely, and yes, how to do your own laundry! It’s a great way to get ready for college.

Your dorm is also a supportive environment. Faculty members and their families live in apartments connected to the dorms, building a strong sense of community and ensuring that the faculty in your dorm will really get to know you—and vice versa! Every night at least one faculty member is on duty in each dorm to supervise study hours, give extra academic help, sponsor a dorm event or snack, or just chat.

After study hours and on the weekends, there’s plenty of time to watch TV, order pizza, participate in dorm events, and just hang out with friends from across the country and around the globe.

“While living away from home can be hard, there is nothing like having 35 sisters who

are always there for you. Boarding is an amazing experience that has honestly been

the highlight of my high school career!”

—Madison Olivieri, class of 2015

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how’s the food?Our food is delicious! We provide three meals a day in the Hutchinson Commons, including soup, a full salad bar, and a wide selection of entrées and desserts. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available at every meal. On weekends we serve brunch and dinner. The option to eat all meals on campus is available to both our boarding and day students. From all-school picnics to regular lunches and dinners, our kitchen staff is always on the lookout for an opportunity to create special meals or treats centered around themes and school events.

“The food at Hutch is good because students have the opportunity to try a

variety of American and international foods. My favorite food at LFA is Korean

fried chicken with rice.”

—Abena Bosempem, class of 2014

Student Poll: Favorite Food in Hutch?

• Pasta Bar and the Marinara Sauce• Chicken Tenders• Tacos• Ice Cream• Cream Puff Days—rare!• Sushi Day—Hands down, the Best.

Thing. Ever.

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how do day students fit in?“As a day student, I’ve met a lot

of friends from different countries. It’s nice to have friends from around the world. This never would have happened

at my local public school.”

—Michael Thomas, class of 2016

Day students are slightly more than half of the student body, choosing LFA over their local public and private high schools because of our challenging curriculum, small classes, rich diversity, and the many opportunities to be involved in all aspects of school life.

At LFA, day students are encouraged to take advantage of all the boarding environment offers, including weekend activities, all meals, and easy access to teachers who live on campus. Day students quickly make friends with boarding students through activities such as pre-season sports and advisory groups.

All day students are an integral part of the school community even though they don’t live on campus; most spend a long day here, coming for breakfast, playing sports after school, and then staying for dinner and study hours.

The Academy offers daily bus shuttle service to and from both Metra rail stations in Lake Forest for the convenience of day students who travel by train.

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AcademicsDiploma RequirementsThe curriculum at Lake Forest Academy is a challenging, four-year, sequential program composed of a core of studies and a broad range of electives. The core curriculum provides a sequence of courses fundamental to a liberal arts education and to college-bound students. A minimum of 18 total credits over four years is required to earn an LFA diploma.

English four years (each year at LFA)

Mathematics three years (including at least Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)

History, Science, Language

three (or more) years in at least two of these disciplines, and two (or more) in the third, including at least two full-year lab sciences. Either World History II (or Advanced Placement World History) and U.S. History, American Studies (or Advanced Placement U.S. History) are required for graduation.

Fine & Performing Arts

1.5 credits over four years (three semester-long classes)

Four-year Program Departmental Requirements

LFA’s curriculum offers many elective course choices as a complement to core requirements. A student’s course selections over four years will depend on many factors, including preparation and achievement before attending LFA, success in courses while at LFA, personal intellectual interests, and future academic goals.

“It’s really nice to be able to work with teachers and get extra help one-on-one

outside of the classroom during my free periods and even when school is over.

I’m always getting extra help on science and math and it really made a difference

for me academically!“

—Katie Dozois, class of 2017

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General LFA Curricular Guidelines Sample ScheduleFreshman Year prepares students for higher levels of academic and intellectual achievement.

• Become active readers • Develop skills of literary and historical

analysis• Cultivate personal voice via writing,

expanding vocabulary, and solidifying knowledge of grammar

• Build a foundation for advanced mathematical thought

• Learn the joy of scientific discovery and the importance of careful data collection

• Increase foreign language proficiency • Bolster comprehensive learning skills such

as time management, note-taking, and test-taking

English 9 Physics I Language I or II Geometry World History I Fine Arts ElectiveStudent Seminar 9

Sophomore Year builds the theme of global citizen-ship, increasing the focus on the students’ place in a global society.

• Expand reading and writing skills• Engage in deeper textual analysis along with

continued growth of English vocabulary • Continue foreign language • Refine comprehension of current events in

the context of world history • Advance mathematics skills• Broaden appreciation and understanding of

the sciences and scientific methods

English 10Chemistry or Advanced ChemistryLanguage II or IIIAlgebra IIWorld History II or AP World HistoryFine Arts ElectiveStudent Seminar 10

Junior Year is typically considered the most challeng-ing academic year of high school, with college-level instruction in most courses.

• Focus on analytic and expository writing through the humanities

• Advance the research and analytic writing skills through U.S. History studies

• Explore science and math through a wide option of AP courses

• Complete immersion in advanced foreign language classes

English 11 or AP English Language Language III or IV Precalculus or AP Calculus U.S. History or AP U.S. History Biology, Advanced Biology, or AP Chemistry Fine Arts Elective Student Seminar 11

Senior Year continues college-level instruction; by now, most students have nearly fulfilled their diploma requirements.

• Advance knowledge of science, math, art, language, history, and English through AP and elective courses.

• Master foreign language skills through travel and immersion.

English electives or AP English LiteratureLanguage IV or AP LanguageAP Calculus or AP StatisticsHistory Elective or AP EconomicsAP Physics or AP BiologyFine Arts ElectiveStudent Seminar 12

“LFA has traditionally prepared students for the challenges and rewards

of their era. Today’s technology initiatives represent this long-standing

commitment to providing the very best educational experience. LFA’s mobile

technology program facilitates the development of 21st century skills

critical to student success well beyond the classroom.”

—Phil Schwartz, Dean of Faculty and Curriculum

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Academic ExpectationsThe entire LFA curriculum is designed to be a challenging preparation for college, and all courses are taught at what is typically considered “honors” level at most schools, with the intent to prepare students for work in Advanced Placement courses. Students are expected to meet high expectations from freshman through senior years.

Academic Grading SystemFaculty prepare formal grade reports, along with a narrative describing a student’s work in each class, four times during the school year (semester interim and semester end). These grades are available online. A few weeks into each semester, teachers prepare internal reports on early student progress. Information in these reports is the basis for a conversation between parents and advisors at the end of the first month of each semester. Faculty advisors are in frequent contact with families to monitor the progress of their students throughout the school year.

Class SizeLFA’s average class size is 12, and liberal arts classes are taught in a Socratic dialogue style with students and teachers sharing ideas and thoughts around a table.

Advanced Placement ProgramOur students are encouraged to pursue the challenges of Advanced Placement courses whenever possible and appropriate. We offer 21 AP courses in a wide range of subject areas. These courses contain college-level content, homework, and grading, and most students sit for the AP exam at the end of the year.

Head of School SymposiumYearly, Dr. Strudwick, with input from others around campus, chooses a topic he would like the community to explore together through outside speakers, trips off campus, as well as

informally at All-School and Morning Meetings. Each symposium has left its mark on the school, whether physical changes such as water coolers that neither use plastic containers to hold water nor provide disposable cups in an effort to minimize the impact on the environment, or the intellectual benefit of students and teachers alike speaking intelligently about important issues. Each year, we alternate between a theme and a geographical area. The 2014-15 topic is “Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos—Culture, Conflict, and Commerce.”

Academic TechnologyTechnology is essential to the LFA experience and factors heavily in both academic and non-academic realms of student life. Each student receives a school-owned iPad for active learning. Desktop computers and multi-media production/distribution tools supplement the iPad and give students a superior experience with all manner of current technologies.

The program at LFA ultimately develops essential skills in collaboration, creative problem solving, and content distribution while preparing students to be effective and engaged global citizens through appropriate use of the most relevant communication platforms. Individualized training sessions, small group workshops, and classes on digital citizenship enhance these skills and expand student understanding of the role of technology in today’s world.

Tech support is available throughout the academic day, while the state-of-the-art J.C Cowart Media Commons provides everything from powerful desktop tools for multi-media design and production to video/audio recording and production facilities, a 3-D printer, interactive video monitors, and creative gaming environments.

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Daily Schedule—What’s a Cycle?The daily schedule follows a seven-day cycle (A–G days). For example, you might have World History during 1st period on A-day, but 2nd period on B-day, etc. There is a 30-minute break period at 1 p.m. on most days, when a student may meet with a teacher. Classes end at 1 p.m. on G-days, allowing for study, club or class meetings. Each member of the community has a planner for the entire school year, listing each period and scheduled meeting times.

Independent StudyStudents may arrange independent study courses with faculty either to pursue subject matter more in-depth, or to explore a subject not offered in the LFA curriculum. Proposals for independent studies must be written by the student and approved by both the supervis-ing faculty member and the Dean of Students office. Independent study topics in recent years include portrait drawing, Shakespeare, women’s studies, and stem-cell research.

Library Media ServicesLFA offers an ever-expanding collection of downloadable e-books, research databases such as Jstor and ProQuest, critical film and video collections, and a fluid set of mobile research apps. A traditional library reading room, located in historic Reid Hall, is reserved for quiet individual study and group work, and provides access to traditional media such as print books. Finally, an extensive and highly-used digital and physical archive collection reflects the Academy’s unique history.

AdvisoryAdvisory functions like a small family within the school community, closely sharing group and individual experiences and growing with each other over the school years. When students enter LFA, they are assigned to an Advisory group that consists of one faculty member and 7 – 8 other students of all grade levels. The advisor is a student’s primary advocate on campus and a parent’s main contact with the school. Advisory meets four or five times each week, either at Morning Meeting or in separate Advisory groups. This is essentially a morning check-in session, a time when an advisor can greet each student face-to-face, share school news and announcements, and discuss any other topics of student interest. Students will have longer, one-on-one sessions with the advisor as the need arises.

Seminar ProgramStudent Seminar is a non-traditional class in a casual setting where students explore ideas about community, participation, leadership, wellness, and self. Seminar classes meet twice per cycle for freshmen and sophomores and once per cycle for juniors and seniors.

ESLEach year, 15-25 international students take English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at LFA. Students enrolled in ESL courses spend their class day in an intense, full-time English reading, writing, grammar, speaking, and listening program in addition to taking courses from the regular LFA curriculum. ESL students are full members of the LFA community, living in campus dormitories, participating in school activities, and playing on school athletic teams.

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English English 9: Literary FoundationsEnglish 10: Global NarrativesEnglish 11: American Literature Journalism I Journalism II: Newspaper English 12: - Literature of the African Diaspora - Literature of the Lost Generation - Playwriting - Ars Poetica: Reading and Writing Poetry - The Laugh Riot: Literary Satire 1700 – Present - Writing Short Fiction - American Indian Literature - The Harlem Renaissance - Speak Memory, Reading & Writing - Oral HistoriesAP English Literature & CompositionAP English Language & Composition

Seminar ProgramFreshmen: What does it mean to be a part of the Lake Forest Academy community?Sophomores: Part I: What can I do to make a difference?Part II: How do I relate to others?Juniors: What do I re-ally believe and how do I act upon it?Seniors: Where do I go from here?

Mathematics Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Algebra II/Precalculus Advanced Precalculus Calculus Discrete Math with Applications Multivariate CalculusFormal Logic Computer Science IAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP StatisticsAP Computer Science

Modern & Classical LanguagesFrench I, II, III, IVFrench Language and CultureLe Monde FrancophoneAdvanced Topics in Linguistics: French PhoneticsAdvanced Topics in Communication: French ConversationLatin I, II, IIIMandarin Chinese I, II, III, IVSpanish I, II, III, IV Contemporary Civilization and Culture of Latin AmericaAP Chinese Language & CultureAP French Language & CultureAP LatinAP Spanish Language & CultureAP Spanish Literature & Culture

ScienceBiology 1 Advanced Biology Chemistry 1 Advanced Chemistry Physics 1 Advanced Physics Anatomy and Physiology IAnatomy and Physiology IIForensic ScienceMarine BiologyPrinciples of Engineering Psychology AP BiologyAP ChemistryAP Environmental ScienceAP Physics CAP Psychology

HistoryWorld History I World History II U. S. History Introductory Economics Global EconomicsThe Holocaust: A Study of Genocide Global AffairsViolence in AmericaIntroduction to SociologyJerusalem: City of Faith, Center of ConflictLessons of VietnamAP EconomicsAP United States HistoryAP World History

English as a Second Language (ESL)Intermediate ESLAdvanced ESL

Fine & Performing ArtsAdvanced StudioArt History Ceramics I, IIChoir Digital Media: Introduction to Print DesignDigital Media: Video and AnimationDirecting Electronic Music Film Style and StructureGlass I, IIGuitar I Laptop Orchestra Mass CommunicationsMusic Theory Orchestra Photography I: Introduction to Black & White PhotographyPhotography II: Color PhotographyPiano IPublic SpeakingSculpture Theater I: ActingTheater II: Advanced Acting Theater Technology2-D Studio: Intro to Drawing2-D Studio: Intro to Painting 3-D Design I, IIIntroduction to Woodworking Yearbook I, II AP Art HistoryAP Music Theory

Summary of Courses Offered

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College CounselingA significant element of our school mission is to prepare students for college and a global work environment. College counseling at Lake Forest Academy is a comprehensive endeavor that spans from freshman to senior year.

Although punctuated by specific activities and time-driven deadlines, a student’s search for the right college is, ideally, a culmination of several years of careful thought, serious reflection, and thorough investigation, mixed together with hopes and dreams for an exciting future. What happens in the spring of senior year—when a college choice is eventually made—is the outcome of many decisions that have been made since freshman year.

The college search is different for every student, so college counselors begin meeting with students individually during their junior year. The department features four full-time college counselors and one part-time counselor. The five-person counseling staff offers a small student-to-counselor ratio, a big advantage in creating a meaningful and individualized college search for each student. Each counselor is an active member of the LFA community who understands the importance of seeing student growth in all aspects of campus life.

Ultimately, we believe students and parents come to trust LFA’s college counselors for their professional perspective and skills, as well as their honesty, accessibility, and overall understanding of the many variables that can impact college admission decisions.

Popular Destinations for LFA Students Over the Last Four Years

• University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

• New York University• Cornell University• University of California at Los Angeles• University of Chicago• Washington University in St. Louis• Brown University• Emory University

“The one thing about LFA’s college counseling program that never ceases to

amaze me is the level of commitment that every counselor has to getting to know all of their students on a personal level. I can

honestly say that I have gotten to know my college counselor better than any other

faculty member at the school, which helps an incredible amount because it gives me

someone who is equipped to guide me through the (sometimes daunting) task of self evaluation and introspective dialogue

that makes up an effective college process.”

—Vicente Nagel, class of 2015

“At LFA, students develop an ethic of participation that makes them more

compelling candidates when they apply to college.”

—Andrew Poska, Dean of College Counseling

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Class of 2014 College Matriculation

Auburn University Babson College (2)Berklee College of MusicBoston College (2)Boston University (3)Bowdoin College Brown University (3)Carthage College Chapman University (2)Colby College (2)Colgate UniversityCollege of the Holy CrossColorado College (3)Concordia University WisconsinConnecticut CollegeCornell UniversityDickinson College Durham University (England)Elmhurst CollegeEmory UniversityFurman UniversityHamilton College – NY (2)Harvard College (2)Harvey Mudd CollegeHaverford CollegeHobart and William Smith CollegesIllinois Institute of TechnologyIndiana University-Purdue University IndianapolisIowa State UniversityJohnson & Wales University (Providence)Lake Forest CollegeMarquette UniversityMount Holyoke College (2)New York University (5)North Carolina State UniversityNorth Central UniversityNortheastern UniversityNorthwestern University (2)

Occidental CollegePitzer CollegePratt InstituteRensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2)Santa Clara University (3)School of The Art Institute of ChicagoSouthern Methodist University (2)Suffolk University (2)Swarthmore CollegeThe University of Montana, MissoulaThe University of TampaTrinity CollegeTufts University (3)University of California at San Diego (2)University of California at Santa CruzUniversity of Chicago (2)University of Colorado at BoulderUniversity of Denver (2)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (6)University of Missouri ColumbiaUniversity of Nevada, Las VegasUniversity of New HampshireUniversity of Notre Dame (2)University of PennsylvaniaUniversity of Puget Sound University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of TorontoUniversity of WashingtonVassar CollegeWake Forest UniversityWashington University in St. Louis (3)Western New England UniversityYale University

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Additional Campus Buildings

• Atlass Hall and Warner House–boys’ dormitories

• Ferry Hall, Field House, and McIntosh Cottage–girls’ dormitories

• Corbin and Korhumel–academic buildings

• The Cressey Center for the Arts• Hutchinson Commons–dining hall • Keller Student Center–Sonia’s Snack

Bar and Campus Store• New Hall–Business Office, student

bank, student accounts • Glore Memorial Gymnasium and Pool• MacKenzie Ice Arena• Crown Fitness & Wellness Center–stu-

dent athletic commons, multi-pur-pose room, weight training, athletic hall of fame, athletic department offices

• James P. Fitzsimmons Athletic Wing–locker rooms, training room, team meeting room, concessions

Student and Campus LifeOur Campus, Our HomeLake Forest Academy sits on the western edge of the city of Lake Forest, a small lakeside community about 30 miles north of Chicago. The 150-acre LFA campus is private and peaceful, with extensive playing fields, wooded trails, gardens, and ponds. The campus is located on the former J. Ogden Armour estate and includes many of the estate’s original buildings constructed in the early 1900s. Most significant of these is Reid Hall, built in 1908 as the Armour family home and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Reid Hall houses the Library Reading Room, the English department, administrative offices, and the Admission Office.

The LEED-compliant Science Center includes seven lab-classrooms for hands-on inquiry; state-of-the-art equipment; research and conference areas for faculty-student interaction and collaboration; a robotics lab; an environmental studies greenhouse, and other facilities that support experiments and independent research projects.

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The DormsBoarding students live in one of five single-sex dormitories on campus. The Academy’s oldest dorms were part of the original estate, while the newest, Ferry Hall, opened in 2012. We assign new boarding students to their dorms and make every effort to match each student with a compatible roommate. Most dorm rooms are doubles, but some returning senior and junior boarding students live in single rooms.

Each dormitory is supervised by a team of residential faculty members who live either in apartments attached to the dorm or in freestanding housing near their dorm. These teachers are called “dorm parents,” because they provide parental support for all aspects of our boarding students’ lives: supervising evening study hours, organizing weeknight and weekend activities, and simply being on hand whenever students need assistance. Each dorm also relies on its Proctors—boarding senior leaders—to serve as role models and provide guidance and assistance to their fellow boarding students.

LFA dormitories range in size from 10 to 68 students. Each dorm sponsors a wide variety of activities over the course of the year including foosball tournaments, screenings of movies and popular TV shows, dodgeball matches, Dance Dance Revolution marathons, barbecues, video game gatherings, dorm “family dinners,” Super Bowl parties, and lots of “feeds” after study hours. Each dorm has also developed its own unique personality and traditions including Warner’s annual celebration of Festivus, Field’s dorm-wide Easter-egg hunt, and Ferry Hall’s High Tea with the Head of School.

“What I like best about living on campus is always having friends to confide in, and

building a second family with friends and dorm parents. The friendships and

bonds you make with your dorm mates is amazing. Those girls have gone

from being people I had to live with to being like sisters.”

—Zhuri Bryant, class of 2017

Weekend Activities Sample Schedule

4:00 V/JV Soccer @ Warren High School4:30 V Golf @ Latin4:30/6:30 JV/V Volleyball @ North Chicago5:00 Swimming HOME vs. Nazareth Academy5:00 - 6:30 Dinner in Hutch6:30 Hawthorn Mall/ShowPlace Movies7:00 Thai Food Feast in Field Commons ($10/person)7:30 Library Film Fest & Discussion8:00 - 10:00 Open Gym8:30 Open Atlass Commons - Iron Man, Food, Soda10:00 Fast Food Dash11:00 Freshmen/sophomores in dorms11:30 Juniors/seniors in dorms

7:15 SAT Vans9:00 Big Brothers/Big Sisters Van9:30 Boys’/Girls’ Cross Country @ Savage Invite10:00 - 12:00 Brunch in Hutch11:00 V Golf @ Vernon Hills Invite1:00 Varsity Football @ Walter Lutheran1:00 - 3:00 Open Fitness Center1:30 Prep Hockey @ Milwaukee Phoenix1:45 Lake Geneva Dinner (Sign up with Mr. Gerber)5:00 - 6:30 Dinner in Hutch5:30 Open Warner Commons - Baseball & Cookout for Brewers vs. Phillies6:00 Highland Park Dinner and Barnes & Noble Books/Music Run7:00 New China Buffet - All You Can Eat!8:00 - 10:00 Open Gym11:00 Freshmen/sophomores in dorms11:30 Juniors in dorms

10:00 Vans to religious services10:00 - 12:00 Brunch in Hutch10:30 - 11:30 Badminton11:00 Eggsperience Breakfast Restaurant12:00 Woodfield Mall/IKEA Shopping Trip12:00 UniverSoul Circus - Registration Required1:30 Dairy Queen2:00 Target/Portillo’s3:00 - 5:00 Open Library/Writing Center5:00 - 6:30 Dinner in Hutch5:30 Train Pickup (West Lake Forest & Downtown Station)8:00 Study hours - all boarders in dorms

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Weekend Activities Once classes end on Friday, there are plenty of activities for boarders. Each weekend, LFA offers a wide range of trips, activities, and other events. In fact, all activities are open to both day and boarding students, and all activities are supervised by a faculty member. Participation in these activities is optional, but Academy students are encouraged to take full advantage of these opportunities for fun and learning.

“LFA offers a variety of activities each weekend so that everyone can find

something they want to do. The one thing I really like is that you can request an activity

or a place to go, and it usually ends up on the weekend schedule. Being a boarding

student is very fun, and these activities keep you busy and are a sure way to meet

new people and make new memories.”

—Samantha Longley, class of 2016

Popular Weekend Activities

• Home LFA sporting events• Shopping malls, restaurants, and

movie theaters• Trips to downtown Chicago (The Art

Institute, Chinatown, Michigan Ave.)• Cooking, cookie baking, roll-your-

own sushi, or pasta making in faculty homes

• Cubs, Brewers, Northwestern, Bulls games

• Late-night breakfast runs to local diners

• Movie marathons, Wii competitions, or watching televised events in dorm commons

• Study sessions at local coffeehouses or bookstores

• Lake Forest Beach, Chicago Botanic Gardens, Six Flags

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Clubs and ActivitiesLearning outside the classroom is an integral part of the school experience at Lake For-est Academy. Time is designated in the school schedule each week for club meetings and other activities, and students are encouraged to participate and take on leadership roles.

Students and faculty generally form about 30 non-academic clubs each year. Some clubs are long-standing LFA traditions, such as the Cul-tural Diversity Club, Co-ax, and Interact, while others come and go, depending on student and faculty interest.

“Participating in clubs that promote community service helps make you a strong individual who values making

a positive difference in the world.”

—Michael Phillips, class of 2015

Examples of LFA Clubs

Amnesty InternationalArt & Design ClubAsian ExplorationBadminton ClubBlack Student Union (BSU)Caxy Keys (Student Ambassadors)Co-ax (Rock Band)Cultural Diversity ClubDebate ClubForeign Film ClubForensics ClubFuture Business Leaders of AmericaGay Straight AllianceGlobal Awareness ClubHistory ClubInteractInterfaith ClubInternational Dance ClubJazz ClubKnitting ClubLaptop OrchestraLiterary Magazine Mahjong ClubMath TeamMock TrialPhotography ClubPing Pong ClubPlaywritingPoets & WritersRoboticsSailingSalsaSki ClubUnidosVOX (Musical Theater Performance Group)

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House CompetitionsEvery student, faculty, and staff member at LFA belongs to one of four Houses: Bird, Lewis, Sargent, or Welch. Each House is named for a past Headmaster of LFA or Principal of Ferry Hall, and each is designated by a specific color. Students earn points for their Houses by participating in various House competitions (including game shows, scavenger hunts, brain teasers, and relay races), by showing school spirit at home games and performances, and by performing random acts of kindness. At the end of each school year, the House with the most points wins the House Cup and its color is used for the cover of the following year’s Student Handbook and Day Planner.

The House competitions ignite a great deal of enthusiasm and bring students and faculty together to participate in fun activities.

Dress CodeStudents, faculty, and staff at LFA share the same dress code, which requires all members of the community to dress in a fashion that reflects respect and seriousness of purpose. In general terms, men and boys are required to wear dress pants and shirt with a tie, and women and girls must wear a dress or a modest shirt with a skirt or dress pants. Members of the school community are required to be in dress code during the academic day (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.) in all academic buildings and in the dining hall.

Health ServicesThe Academy has a formal relationship with nearby Lake Forest Hospital, which provides registered nurses to staff the school infirmary seven days a week. Nurses are available at school to treat sick students and supply over-the-counter medications. They also dispense prescription medication to students on a long- or short-term basis.

Boarding students who are too ill to attend classes are cared for in the school infirmary. Boarders who become ill after school hours are cared for by dorm parents or are transported to Lake Forest Hospital if the need arises.

CounselingAt times a student may need the help of a professional counselor to explore and resolve personal difficulties. The counselors at LFA are available to provide clinical assessments, short-term therapy, group therapy, educational resources, and referrals to outside agencies or therapists. Counseling is available to all LFA students and can be initiated by parents, faculty, or students.

“At Lake Forest Academy, you meet so many different people. Because of the new

relationships I’ve established, I now have friends from Pakistan, Russia, Austria,

Germany, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, China, Rwanda, and Wales. In my hometown,

in order to meet people like that, I would have to fly to the country first.”

—Ella Lin, class of 2015

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The Student BodyWhile there is no typical LFA student, all are committed to excellence and honesty, possess a curiosity about the world around them, and are excited about learning in a diverse school community. Students from 16 U.S. states and 34 countries are enrolled at LFA this year. Students of color comprise 25% of our community, international students make up 26% of the student body, and 46% of LFA students are boarders.

Where Are You From?

Domestic Boarders International Students Day Students California Austria Antioch Illinois Belarus Barrington Indiana Bolivia Barrington Hills Iowa Bosnia/Herzegovina Beach Park Maryland Brazil Buffalo Grove Michigan Bulgaria Deerfield Missouri Canada Elmhurst Nevada China Evanston New Jersey France Gilberts New York Hong Kong Glencoe Ohio India Glenview Pennsylvania Indonesia Grayslake Texas Jamaica Green Oaks Virginia Mexico Gurnee Washington Moldova Hawthorn Woods Wisconsin Nigeria Highland Park Pakistan Highwood Russia Kenilworth Rwanda Lake Bluff Saudi Arabia Lake Forest Serbia Lake Villa Singapore Libertyville South Africa Lincolnshire South Korea Lindenhurst Spain Long Grove Taiwan Mundelein Thailand North Barrington Togo North Chicago Trinidad and Tobago Northbrook Turkey Park Ridge Ukraine Riverwoods United Kingdom Round Lake Heights United States Third Lake Vietnam Vernon Hills Wadsworth Wauconda Waukegan Wheeling Wilmette Winnetka Zion

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AthleticsLake Forest Academy believes that a strong athletic program is an essential complement to its academic program.

Freshmen and sophomores are required to participate in the athletic program in all three seasons (fall, winter, and spring) unless they are involved in the school’s winter theater production, which takes the place of a winter sport. Juniors and seniors must participate in at least two seasons and are always welcome to participate in the third. All students must participate in at least one interscholastic team per year. A student may choose to be a team trainer or manager to fulfill this requirement.

“Physical well-being, along with the lessons in commitment, sportsmanship,

self-discipline, and teamwork that come from athletic participation, are all

part of the LFA experience.”

—Darrin Madeley, Athletic Director

LFA fields varsity and junior varsity teams in most sports so student-athletes of different abilities can compete at the appropriate level. Many teams maintain a no-cut policy, allowing all students the opportunity to enjoy the challenge of interscholastic competition.

LFA students are involved in athletic games or practice every afternoon and often on Saturdays. Most games are scheduled on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday.

Waivers are granted at the discretion of the Athletic Director for students who participate in a sport that Lake Forest Academy does not offer.

Our certified, full-time athletic trainer along with our certified strength and conditioning instructor work with individual athletes and teams on fitness, nutrition, and strength programs.

“LFA Athletics have given me the opportunity to meet lifelong friends and

compete against great competition.”

—Christian Tchamitchian, class of 2015

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Sports Offered by SeasonFall Season Winter Season Spring Season Interscholastic Interscholastic Interscholasticcheerleading boys basketball baseballboys cross-country girls basketball boys lacrossegirls cross-country boys ice hockey girls lacrossefield hockey girls ice hockey girls soccerfootball squash softballgolf boys swimming boys tennisboys prep ice hockey wrestling boys track and fieldboys soccer girls track and fieldgirls swimming PE Options boys volleyballgirls tennis strength and fitnessgirls volleyball jiu-jitsu PE Options

yoga cycling PE Options dancedance strength and fitnessstrength and fitness yogayoga

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Fine and Performing ArtsThe Cressey Center for the Arts features a 540-seat proscenium theater, music rehearsal space, a digital media lab, photo darkrooms, two-dimensional and three-dimensional studio space, and display galleries. All students are invited to participate in the extracurricular arts program in addition to the three art courses that are required to graduate. The depart-ment offers two main stage performances each year—a fall play, a winter musical, and a student-directed one-act festival in the spring. Students participate on stage, in set design and construction, choreography, directing, lighting, or other technical aspects of theater production. Students also perform in the choir, orchestra, VOX, laptop orchestra and Co-ax, LFA’s own rock band. The Cressey Center for the Arts also provides great space to exhibit student paintings, sculptures, and photographs. All students are encouraged to become involved in one or more aspects of the arts at LFA.

Arts Concentration ProgramFor student-artists with exceptional talent in the visual and performing arts, our Arts Concentration Program offers the opportunity to develop their talents within the context of LFA’s rigorous academic program. Under the guidance of the Fine and Performing Arts faculty, the Arts Concentration Program provides an environment in which students specialize in their particular area of interest, create a portfolio, participate in senior recitals or exhibitions, develop enthusiasm for discovery and learning, and exercise their powerful imagination against a framework of the highest artistic, intellectual, and ethical standards. The Arts Concentration Program prepares student-artists for entry into prestigious arts colleges and university programs.

“Being in orchestra provided me with the biggest and best group of kids to

hang out with. Good or bad day, they were there for me.”

—Emily Shanley-Roberts, class of 2014

“I remember singing ‘Climb Ev’ry Mountain’ in The Sound of Music

on opening night and the exhilaration I felt at singing in front of an audience of my

LFA peers and teachers. Beforehand, I was very nervous because I was a

freshman and the other leads were played by upperclassmen; I didn’t even have a

solid friend group yet, so I felt intimidated working alongside the older students. After

opening night, I felt a sense of belonging, not only within the arts program, but also

the LFA community.”

—Jessie Rosso, class of 2014

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Service LearningCharacter. Scholarship. Citizenship. Responsibility. Service Learning is where all four pillars of the LFA Mission statement intersect. Through their active participation in carefully coordinated service projects, students can help meet the needs of a community, and experience first-hand how they can impact—and be impacted by—the world outside the school grounds.

The Service Learning Program at LFA allows students to apply academic lessons directly to programs that address social concerns. These experiences, in turn, enhance their academic lessons, expand world views, and develop initiative, responsibility, compassion, and commitment within our students.

All students participate in the Service Learning Program at Lake Forest Academy. Whether they engage in service learning components in individual classes, are part of a service pod through the Seminar Program, provide local community support through Interact and the Harvest Hope Project, work on global solutions through the Dictionary Project in China or participate in the local activities of Interact, the community service club, students at Lake Forest Academy have plenty of opportunities for service.

Additionally, the entire school participates in the annual spring Service Learning Day, a day when all students and faculty leave campus to engage in community service projects throughout the Chicago area.

“The Service Learning program provides students with opportunities to

connect with communities through meaningful service as they develop cross-cultural and leadership skills, explore personal values and ethical

decision-making strategies, and create change at local and global levels.”

—Sarah Collins, Director of Service Learning, School Counselor,

Seminar Instructor

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Summer ESLLake Forest Academy has offered an excellent and comprehensive summer program in English as a Second Language for the past 35 years. The program runs for five weeks every summer, beginning in July and ending in August, and is for secondary school students ages 13-19.

Classes are held five hours a day, Monday through Friday. Students are enrolled in courses in grammar, reading and writing, and speaking and listening. There are five levels to the program, from beginner to advanced. Each student is given an entry exam at the beginning of the session to determine class placement. At the end of the session, grades, as well as a written progress report, will be delivered to students, parents, and guardians. Housing is provided in our air-conditioned dormitories for all participants.

In addition to classes and study halls, there are a variety of activities and trips after school and on the weekends. The Lake Forest area offers opportunities for swimming in Lake Michigan, shopping and movies at nearby malls, as well as other activities in the local area and in downtown Chicago. In the past, our summer ESL students have taken field trips to the following places:

•MuseumofScienceandIndustry •SheddAquarium •AdlerPlanetarium •FieldMuseumofNaturalHistory •RaviniaFestival •NavyPier •WillisTower •MichiganAvenueshopping •Bowling,mini-golf,andmovies

The 2015 summer ESL program is scheduled to run from mid-July through mid-August. Tuition is approximately $7,500, which includes room and board and O’Hare Airport transportation to and from Lake Forest Academy at the start and end of the program. Exact dates and tuition are available on our website.

For more information about the summer ESL program, please contact: Paul Dunlop Dean of Summer Session (847) 615-3239 pdunlop@lfanet.org

“English as a Second Language program in Lake Forest Academy has prepared me well

for every rigorous course throughout my high school life. Reading and Writing class

developed my analytical skills, while grammar class enhanced my ability to use

accurate English. In Speaking and Listening, I not only saw an improvement in

my oral English but also learned to compose my first history research paper. Nevertheless, the program is part of my

daily life even if I have finished the courses. Everyday, I try to make the best out of

myself in LFA using what I learned in the program. This ESL program set a solid

foundation for both my high school life and my future.”

–Jennifer Ma, class of 2015

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AdmissionAdmission ProcessAt the start of every school year, Lake Forest Academy welcomes approximately 130 new students into the community. Typically this includes 95 freshmen, 25 new sophomores, and 10 new juniors. The admission committee annually reviews applications from more than 500 students for these available spaces. Successful applicants demonstrate exceptional academic ability, good citizenship, varied extra-curricular accomplishments, and an eagerness to be part of a diverse school community. As a small boarding and day school, the culture of the LFA community is strongly influenced by the values, talents, and character of its students. Therefore, the admission committee seeks to build a community of students with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, skills, and interests, as well as particular commitments to athletics, the arts, and other endeavors.

How to ApplyAll families interested in applying to Lake Forest Academy should complete our online application: www.lfanet.org/Applyonline

The first part of the application can be completed online, as well as all teacher and school recommendations. The student essay questions are available to download. Once an application has been submitted, families will be able to log back into their online accounts to track what items may still be needed to complete the process. Prospective students for the 2015-2016 school year must complete the application process by January 31, 2015. Applications received after January 31, 2015 will be considered on a rolling basis.

TestingApplicants to grades 9 or 10 should take the October, November, or Janu-ary Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). The SSAT will be administered at LFA on the following dates:

• October 18, 2014• November 15, 2014• January 10, 2015• February 7, 2015• March 7, 2015• April 25, 2015• June 13, 2015

Register for the SSAT at: www.ssat.org

Please register for a spot as soon as possible, as test dates fill up quickly. Our school testing number for the SSAT is 4450.

Applicants to grades 11, 12, and post- graduate students should submit the results of the PSAT, PLAN, SAT, or the ACT. All test results should be submitted to Lake Forest Academy.

Admission Contact Information

Office of Admission847-615-3267admissions@lfanet.org

Carolyn GorowskiDean of Admission847-615-3288cgorowski@lfanet.org

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Visiting CampusWhile visiting campus is not required, it is nonetheless an important part of the admission process and will enable an applicant to make an informed decision about Lake Forest Academy. Please call the Admission Office at (847) 615-3267 to make an appointment for a campus visit. You may also register for a Shadow Day online. The registration form can be found at: www.lfanet.org/Shadow

As part of Shadow Day, prospective students spend the morning on campus, take a tour, at-tend classes, and go to lunch with LFA students. Visiting students will also interview with the Admission office and meet with coaches or faculty members of particular interest. Parents of visiting students may also take a campus tour and speak with an admission representative. Interested families are encouraged to attend our Open House events scheduled for November 9, 2014, and April 19, 2015.

Admission Committee DecisionLake Forest Academy’s admission committee meets in February to review all applications submitted by the deadline. Decision letters are mailed the first of March. Application decisions will also be available online the day after the decision letters are mailed.

Waiting ListOnce a class is fully enrolled, the Academy establishes a waiting list of students. Applicants are notified of their waiting list status and offered admission should a space become available.

Financial AidLake Forest Academy is committed to sustaining an economically diverse student body by assisting qualified students whose families are unable to meet the full cost of an education at LFA. Families who are seeking financial aid should review these guidelines carefully and may ask for further explanation from the financial aid office.

We offer approximately $4.3 million in financial aid grants annually to families who could not otherwise afford the cost of an LFA education. Financial aid grants vary in range depending upon each family’s financial resources. All families are expected to contribute to their children’s education. Lake Forest Academy’s financial aid funds are allocated according to financial need, while keeping a balance across grades and gender.

Lake Forest Academy awards a small number of Headmaster’s Scholarships ($5,000 - $7,000) to recognize students of high academic achievement regardless of financial need. Recipients of these awards are selected by the Dean of Admission and the Head of School. Lake Forest Academy does not award athletic scholarships or any other non-need-based extracurricular scholarships.

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Online Financial Aid Application1. Beginning November 1, 2014, go to www.

sss.nais.org (The deadline is January 15, 2015.)

2. Click on the prompt to begin the financial aid application (also known as the Parents’ Financial Statement or PFS). You only need to complete one PFS, even if you have sev-eral children applying to our school.

3. You will need to create a username and password that will allow you to return to your PFS at a later date before submitting.

4. You will receive instructions about submit-ting additional supporting documents. At Lake Forest Academy, we require that you send a complete copy of your most recent 1040 tax return, including all schedules and W-2 forms directly to School and Student Services (SSS). Additionally, parents who own a business are required to submit a Business/Farm Statement that can be down-loaded from the SSS website directly to Lake Forest Academy.

Based on the financial information you provide to SSS, Lake Forest Academy receives a Report of Family Contribution, which is an estimated amount that your family should be able to contribute to educational expenses. This determination is based on the SSS formula and considers not only income, assets, and debts, but also the ages of parents, tuition obligations to other children, and unusual family expenses.

Lake Forest Academy’s Financial Aid Committee may make adjustments to the Report of Family Contribution to conform to the school’s financial aid policies and budget constraints. LFA expects that all information provided by parents or others as part of fulfilling the financial aid application process will be complete and accurate. Discovery of inaccurate information will cause rejection of the application and/or loss of subsequent financial aid grants.

In cases of separated, divorced, or never-mar-ried families, both natural parents must complete and submit separate financial aid applications and supporting tax documents. A letter explaining any unusual family circumstances or expenses which may affect your ability to pay for the student’s education should be sent directly to the LFA Financial Aid Committee. Please contact the Admission Office if you wish to discuss your particular circumstances.

To be eligible for consideration for financial aid at LFA, you must complete your application and submit your supporting documents by January 15, 2015. A student’s application for financial aid will be considered only after he or she has been admitted to Lake Forest Academy. It is important to note, however, that admission to LFA does not guarantee a financial aid award. Decisions about financial aid are sent along with admission decisions in early March.

Despite a generous financial aid budget, we are unable to offer financial aid to every family who qualifies and whose child meets the admission standards. The school will offer admission only to those financial aid candidates to whom we can also offer an ade-quate aid package. A small number of students will be placed on a waitlist.

For further information about financial aid, please contact: Caroline Pugliese Assistant Director of Financial Aid (847) 615-3265 | cpugliese@lfanet.org

Mike Reidy Chief Financial Officer (847) 234-3210 | mreidy@lfanet.org

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Tuition and FeesTuition and fees for the 2015-2016 school year will be set by the Lake Forest Academy Board of Trustees in January 2015. The tuition increases each year by a small percentage to be determined by our Board of Trustees. Lake Forest Academy estimates tuition for 2015-2016 will be:

Day Students Tuition (includes meals): $39,500 (estimate) Boarding Students Tuition, room and board: $53,500 (estimate)

Tuition Payment PlansLake Forest Academy offers several options for payment of tuition. These options include full payment by the end of June as well as a 60/40 payment plan, in which 60 percent of the tuition is due in early April, with the remain-ing 40 percent due at the end of October. For parents who wish to pay monthly, Lake Forest Academy offers, through FACTS Tuition Management, a 10-month payment plan. Parents make payments to the plan, which in turn pays Lake Forest Academy on schedule.

There are also several loan programs that offer low-cost loans payable over 2 – 10 years to qualified families. Payments are made directly from the lender to the school. Lake Forest Academy works with Your Tuition Solution and prepGATE. For more information about these loan programs, please contact the lenders directly:• Your Tuition Solution:

www.tuitionsolution.com• prepGATE: www.prepgate.com

Additional ExpensesExpenses normally incurred by all families include textbooks/ebooks ($500–$800), snack bar (about $20 per month), and SAT/ACT/AP testing fees (varies according to student). Boarding students will need to cover the travel costs of three round trips each year and pay for their laundry. The cost of athletic uniforms is included in tuition, but specialized equipment may be necessary for some sports.

Charitable GivingAs an independent school, Lake Forest Academy relies on and benefits from extensive and ongoing charitable support to help sustain its mission of excellence. Like other independent schools, tuition revenue at LFA does not fully cover all of the school’s operating expenses. In fact, tuition covers approximately 75% of the cost of educating each student. Generations of loyal LFA and Ferry Hall supporters have created the educational legacy we enjoy today. It is our responsibility to continue to steward this legacy for today and for the future. LFA prides itself on being a community of givers, and there are many ways to contribute your time, talent, and treasure. You will be invited and encouraged to participate in the Academy Fund, LFA’s annual fund, which helps fill the yearly gap between tuition and the actual cost of operating the school, as well as the spring Gala, LFA’s largest fundraiser, which uses a Dutch auction to provide the funds for specific, budget-offsetting projects each summer.

For further information, please contact: Susan Hoagland Dean of External Relations (847) 615-3276 shoagland@lfanet.org

FacultyJames AbbottB.A., Grinnell CollegeM.S., University of IowaMathematics

Rebecca ArrowoodB.A., Eckerd CollegeM.S., Western Carolina UniversityAssistant Athletic Director

Emily Asher ’05B.A., Middlebury CollegeEnglish

Noëlle BalsonB.S., Université de ValenciennesModern and Classical Languages (Spanish)

Kathleen BartonB.S., University of MinnesotaM.A., Oregon State UniversityPh.D., University of WisconsinScience

Jeffery BatemanB.S., Albion CollegeChair of Mathematics Department

Stefanie BatorB.A., Clark UniversityM.A., Northwestern UniversityPh.D., Northwestern UniversityHistory

Margaret BoomgaardenB.S., University of Wisconsin-MadisonModern and Classical Languages (Spanish)

Robin BowkettB.A., Nichols CollegeAssistant Dean of Admission

Lindsay BuntmanB.A., Bowdoin CollegeM.A., New York UniversityAssociate Dean of College Counseling

Kerry CedergrenB.S., Illinois State UniversityM.S., Illinois State UniversityPh.D., Michigan State UniversityScience

Sarah CollinsB.F.A., Boston University School for the Arts M.S., National-Louis UniversityDirector of Service Learning, School Counselor, Seminar

Diane CooperB.S., Northwestern UniversityHistory

Abby CroftB.S., Ball State UniversityM.A., Ball State UniversityM.S., Indiana State UniversityAssistant Dean of College Counseling

William DolbeeB.A., Michigan State UniversityM.A., University of North CarolinaAssociate Head of School, History

Christian Dozois ’84B.A., Miami University (Ohio)M.Ed., National-Louis UniversityChair of History Department

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“I am excited when I can provide an environment in which students can apply the principles they have learned about biology to real and current investigations that are taking

place in labs around the world.”

–Ruth Smith, Science Teacher

Mark DryfoosB.A., Gettysburg CollegeM.A.L.S., Dartmouth CollegeDirector of Performing Arts

Paul DunlopB.A., Wagner CollegeM.Ed., Rutgers UniversityDean of Summer Session

Patrick DuréB.A., University of Illinois (Chicago)M.Ed., National-Louis UniversityModern and Classical Languages (French)

Lauren FowlerB.F.A., Bowling Green State UniversityM.F.A., Rhode Island School of DesignFine and Performing Arts

Jonathan FreemanB.A., Yale UniversityM.A., Middlebury CollegeAssistant Dean of Students- Director of Residential Life, English

Ann FrkovichB.A., Webster UniversityM.A., Teacher’s College, Columbia UniversityChair of English Department

Adam GerberB.S., Miami University (Ohio)M.Ed., National-Louis UniversityAssociate Dean of Admission, Director of Global Outreach

Carolyn GorowskiB.A., Muhlenberg CollegeM.Ed., Loyola University ChicagoDean of Admission, College Counselor

Ardelle HagarB.A., Pomona CollegeM.S., Montana State UniversityAssistant Dean of Faculty, Mathematics

Wilbert HamptonB.A., Northwestern UniversityAdmission Intern

Susan HoaglandB.A., Case Western Reserve UniversityDean of External Relations

Yuan Jiang B.A., Central China Normal UniversityM.A., Western Illinois UniversityM.S., Western Illinois UniversityModern and Classical Languages (Chinese)

Justin JonesB.A., Kenyon CollegeHistory

Kate JonesB.A., Kenyon CollegeM.S., University of Texas at AustinAssistant Dean of Students- Student Development, History, Science, Seminar

Lauren KellyB.A., Mount Holyoke CollegeM.A., University of York, EnglandEnglish

Julie KennedyB.A., Emerson CollegeM.B.A., Northwestern University Kellogg School of ManagementManager of Campaign and Events

Andrew KerrB.A., Monmouth CollegeM.B.A., Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management Chief Administrative Officer

Mathias KerrB.S., Northern Arizona University Science

Ruth KeysoB.A., University of Notre DameM.A., University of MichiganM.S.J., Northwestern UniversityDirector of Alumni Relations, Major Gifts Officer

Grace KimB.S., New York UniversityAssistant Dean of Communications

Jason KoenigB.A., Millikin UniversityFine and Performing Arts

Ashley KolovitzB.A., DePaul UniversityM.L.I.S., Dominican UniversityAssistant Director of Academic Technology

Stephanie Ramirez KrychB.S., St. Louis UniversityM.A., Washington University (St. Louis)Chair of Science Department

Lynn LazzerettiB.S. Illinois State UniversityMathematics

Jack LewisB.A., Purdue UniversityM.A., University of New MexicoAssistant Head of School, College Counselor, History

Mary-Stewart LewisB.S., University of New MexicoM.A., Northern Illinois UniversityLearning Resources Coordinator

Rita MacAyeal ’87B.A., Catholic University of AmericaM.P.P., Georgetown UniversityDirector of Library, Archivist

Darrin MadeleyB.S., Saginaw Valley State UniversityAthletic Director, Director of Hockey Operations

Jennifer MadeleyB.S., Lake Superior State UniversityM.S.W., Dominican UniversitySchool Counselor, Seminar

“One of the things I enjoy most about LFA is how much everyone cares about each other.

It’s apparent that kids understand the importance of learning here, but what sets

LFA apart is that students truly cherish relationships made with teammates, classmates, teachers, and coaches.”

–Paul Makovec, Math Teacher

Susan MahoneyB.S., Eastern Illinois UniversityComptroller

Paul MakovecB.S., University of IndianapolisMathematics

Lusanda MayikanaB.A., University of South AfricaB.Ed., University of South AfricaM.A., University of Witwatersrand (S.A.) M.A., Middlebury CollegeDean of Pluralism and Multicultural Affairs, English

Constance McCabeB.S., University of VermontM.A., New York UniversityChair of English as a Second Language Department

Kathleen MoffittB.A., Loyola University (New Orleans)M.A., California State UniversityModern and Classical Languages (Spanish), English as a Second Language

Sheila MollerB.A., Western Illinois UniversityDirector of Parent Relations

Catherine MorrisonB. A., Purdue UniversityM.S., Purdue UniversityDean of Communications

Garrett MorrisonB.A., Yale UniversityM.A., Northwestern UniversityEnglish

William MurphyB.A., University of Notre DameM.S., New York UniversityM.A., National-Louis UniversityEnglish

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“The small class size at LFA gives me the opportunity to establish personal

connections with every student. Because of our small classes, I am able to get to know the kids really well and spending time with

students outside of the classroom makes class that much more personal and fun.”

–Suzanne Vaughn, History Teacher

Tayler OswaldB.A., Trinity International UniversityAthletic Trainer

Kristin PaisleyB.A., University of IowaM.B.A., Lake Forest Graduate School of ManagementDirector of Human Resources

Monica PalmerB.A., University of California (Santa Barbara)M.F.A., Columbia UniversityM.Ed., Columbia UniversityDirector of Fine and Performing Arts

Amanda PentlerB.A., New York UniversityM.S., Concordia University WisconsinEnglish

Peg Cleveland PlambeckB.A.M., University of WashingtonB.M., University of WashingtonProfessional Studies Diploma in Opera, Cleveland Institute of MusicM.M.A., Kent State UniversityAdjunct Voice Instructor

Timothy PlambeckB.A., St. Olaf CollegeM.M., University of MichiganDirector of Music

Andrew PoskaB.A., Bowdoin CollegeDean of College Counseling

Olivia PoskaA.B., Bowdoin CollegeM.A., Williams CollegeFine and Performing Arts

Caroline PuglieseB.A., Lake Forest CollegeSenior Associate Dean of Admission-Operations, Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Michael ReidyB.A., University of Illinois (Urbana/Champaign)Chief Financial Officer

Michael RoganB.S., University of Illinois (Urbana/Champaign)Science

Christine Ryder B.A., University of Illinois (Urbana/Champaign)M.A., University of Illinois (Urbana/Champaign)Director of Academy Fund

Stephen RyderB.A., Cambridge UniversityM.A., Cambridge UniversityChair of Modern and Classical Languages Department

Jeremy SandsB.A., Kenyon CollegeM.A.Ed., Loyola University Maryland (Baltimore)Director of Academic Technology

Adam SchlipmannB.M.Ed., University of IllinoisM.M.Ed., University of IllinoisDirector of Instrumental Music

Philip SchwartzB.A., Elmhurst CollegeM.S., Illinois Benedictine UniversityDean of Faculty and Curriculum, Computer Science (Fine and Performing Arts)

Edward ShaughnessyB.S., Fairfield UniversityM.S., University of MinnesotaScience

Brian SheuB.S., University of Illinois (Urbana/Champaign)M.Ed., DePaul UniversityMathematics

Nathaniel SmallB.A., Trinity College (Conn.)M.A., Northwestern UniversityEnglish

Nickolas SmithB.F.A., Bowling Green State UniversityFine and Performing Arts

Ruth SmithB.S., Kansas State University M.A., National-Louis UniversityPh.D., University of MissouriScience

Valerie SorensenB.A., Cornell UniversityM.A., University of Wisconsin- MadisonModern and Classical Languages (Spanish)

John StrudwickB.Sc. (Economics), London School of EconomicsM.A., Queen’s UniversityPh.D., University of TorontoHead of School, History

Loring StrudwickB.S., St. Lawrence UniversityM.S.T., University of New HampshireMathematics

Christopher Tennyson B.A., College of the Holy CrossM.A., University of ScrantonDean of Students, Mathematics

Margaret TennysonB.A., Middlebury CollegeM.A., DePaul UniversityMathematics

Michele VacaB.A., St. Ambrose UniversityB.Ed., St. Ambrose UnversityEnglish as a Second Language

Matthew VaughnB.A., Trinity College (Conn.)History

Suzanne VaughnB.A., Trinity College (Conn.)M.A., Northwestern UniversityHistory

Kristine Von OgdenB.A., University of ChicagoM.A., New York UniversityAssistant Dean of Curriculum, Modern and Classical Languages (French)

Joel WardB.A., St. Olaf CollegeM.Ed., St. Mary’s University of MinnesotaMathematics

David WickB.A., Grinnell CollegeM.A., University of Illinois (Urbana/Champaign)Modern and Classical Languages (Latin), English

“LFA is a special place where the students and teachers are equally eager to come to

class. Lake Forest Academy brings the world together, not to change it, but so that we

might better understand each other.”

–Jason Koenig, Visual Arts Teacher

Samuel Wold B.A., Carleton CollegeM.A., Hamline UniversityHistory

Erica WoodB.A., Lake Forest CollegeM.A., Concordia University ChicagoScience

Yan ZhouB.A., Beijing Science Technology and Management UniversityM.S., University of HoustonAssistant Director of Global Outreach

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Board of Trustees

Zaid I.S. Abdul-Aleem ’90Chicago, Illinois

Dr. Makola A. Abdullah ’86Port Orange, Florida

Sylvia de M. Barros ’90São Paulo, Brazil

Sandra F. BolesKenilworth, Illinois

Dr. Kenny BozorgiAntioch, Illinois

Jim C. Cowart ’69Laguna Niguel, California

Christopher E. Freeburg ’90Chicago, Illinois

Brian R. GamacheLake Forest, Illinois

Rachel E. Goshgarian ’93 Easton, Pennsylvania

Gloria West HarperChicago, Illinois

William J. HayesLake Forest, Illinois

Maurice L. Holmes ’83Golden Bridge, New York

Michelle Marsh Ihlanfeldt ’89Lake Forest, Illinois

Ned JessenLake Bluff, Illinois

Gregory K. JonesLake Forest, Illinois

Jeffrey B. Keller ’87Burlington, Wisconsin

Rumi Kuli ’93 Frankfort, Illinois

Michael P. Leonard ’66 Winnetka, Illinois

Ben Malek ’91Tampa, Florida

John S. Marlatt ’65 Lake Forest, Illinois

Katherine G. Pollock ’70 Chicago, Illinois

Anne N. ReyesLake Forest, Illinois

J. Michael Schell ’65Chair, Board of TrusteesNew York, New York

Mark S. Simonian ’77New York, New York

Dr. Regina E. Spellers Sims ’85Chicago, Illinois

John WaltonBatavia, Illinois

Richard L. Zhao ’04Chicago, Illinois

Life TrusteesBruce W. Anderson ’70 Naperville, Illinois

Thomas S. BagleyChicago, Illinois

Jacob J. Barker ’88Cape Charles, Virginia

Claude W. Brenner ’44Lexington, Massachusetts

Muriel A. Burnet ’40Chicago, Illinois

Denis H. Carroll ’57 Deerfield, Illinois

Patrick J. Carroll ’87 Winnetka, Illinois

Bryan C. Cressey Barrington Hills, Illinois

Nancy C. Crown Winnetka, Illinois

Thompson A. Dyke Naples, Florida

Merrill J. Ferguson ’72 Greenwood, Minnesota

William B. Friedeman ’65 Lake Forest, Illinois

Karl R. Gedge ’69 Charleston, South Carolina

Alan D. Gordon Winnetka, Illinois

Lauren A. Gorter Lake Forest, Illinois

Peter V. Hall ’53 San Francisco, California

Mary Ann B. Hodgkins Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Thomas D. Hodgkins ’53 Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

A. John Huss, Jr. ’58 Saint Paul, Minnesota

Howard L. Isenberg Chicago, Illinois

Richard R. Jaros ’70 Wickenberg, Arizona

Ned Jessen* Lake Bluff, Illinois

Allan M. Kaplan ’72 Northfield, Illinois

Loretta Kalnow Kaplan ’73 Northfield, Illinois

Dennis J. Keller Oak Brook, Illinois

Mee Kim Seoul, Republic of Korea

Lee A. Korhumel ’59 Lake Forest, Illinois

Charlene Vala Laughlin ’64 Rye, New York

Peter C. Lee ’70 Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

Albert O. Louer ’63 Williamsburg, Virginia

Susan Pike Lovejoy ’64 North Palm Beach, Florida

Monique Pittman-Lui Topeka, Kansas

David O. MacKenzie ’50 Lake Forest, Illinois

Barry L. MacLean Mettawa, Illinois

Michael S. McCarthy ’71 Winnetka, Illinois

John S. Mengel Winnetka, Illinois

Gerald Miller Boca Raton, Florida

Susan E. Morrison Lake Forest, Illinois

Jeffrey C. Neal Winnetka, Illinois

J. Christopher Reyes Lake Forest, Illinois

Betsy B. Rosenfield Lake Forest, Illinois

J. Michael Schell ’65* New York, New York

Robert A. Schoellhorn Coburg, Oregon

Nancy How Speer ’59 Scandia, Minnesota

Roger W. Stone ’53 Northbrook, Illinois

James M. Stuart ’59 Winnetka, Illinois

William F. Vernon, Jr. ’50 Newton, Iowa

Catherine M. Waddell Wilmette, Illinois

Robin G. Zafirovski Lake Forest, Illinois

* Currently re-elected to Board of Trustees

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