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Lake Forest, IL— The legacy of former Lake Forest Community High School (LFHS) English teacher and award-winning author Peter Ferry will be celebrated Sunday, July 12, when the film adaptation of his novel Old Heart screens at the Gorton Center at 2 p.m.

This year's bottom line takes a closer look at D67 and D115 finances during the 2025-2026 school year. 

After reviewing community applications and conducting interviews, the Board has selected Mark Pickett to serve as an interim Board member through the next regularly scheduled Board election in April 2027. 

The DPM Green Team presented as the student spotlight at the June Board of Education Meeting.

Summer construction is officially underway in both districts. View D115 referendum updates and D67 construction updates here!

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Lake Forest was recently ranked No. 6 on Chicago Magazine’s list of the Best Suburbs to Live In. Using 2024 and 2025 school rankings as part of its evaluation, the magazine highlighted Lake Forest High School’s No. 1 ranking among Lake County public high schools in 2024, along with a 98% graduation rate and strong college-going outcomes. The piece also mentioned that in 2025, Sheridan and Everett Elementary Schools were also recognized among the top in the county.

Lake Forest High School is seeking an Alumni Coordinator to help strengthen and grow connections within our Scout alumni community.

Read the community update from the board president here. 

Lake Forest, IL – Lake Forest School Districts 67 and 115 will recommend Mr. Joseph Blanchette for approval as the next Director of Safety and Security at the District 115 Board of Education meeting on May 12 and the District 67 Board of Education meeting on May 19. Pending approval by both Boards, Mr. Blanchette would begin his role on July 1, 2026, reporting to Chief Operating Officer Dr. Jennifer Hermes.

Lake Forest School District 67 has once again been recognized by the National Association of Music Merchants as one of the Best Communities for Music Education, marking the seventh consecutive year earning this distinction.

This episode of Beyond the Budget takes a closer look at how Business Services supports the day-to-day operations that keep schools running smoothly across Lake Forest School Districts 67 and 115. Dr. Jennifer Hermes, Chief Operating Officer, is joined by Whitney Draegert, Director of Business Operations, and Dan Mortensen, Director of Facilities, to highlight the essential systems and services behind the scenes. Together, they illustrate how Business Services supports students, staff, and families by managing the many moving parts of school operations, ensuring that learning remains the central focus.

On Monday, March 16, the D67 Board of Education spotlighted art students at Deer Path Middle School. They each shared a piece they had worked on and explained what details influenced their artistic decisions. We're so proud to have such talented students in our schools! Check out a few pictures below.

This episode of Beyond the Budget highlights how the district’s budget comes together through the partnership of Fiscal Services and Human Resources. Join Brittany Tjardes, CPA, Director of Fiscal Services, and Dr. Phil Georgia, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, as they explain how enrollment, staffing, salaries, and benefits shape financial planning, with thoughtful decisions that keep students at the center of every choice.

Following dedicated service to Districts 67 and 115, Chuck Walsh, Director of Safety and Security, has announced his retirement effective at the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year.

Find out what our students are saying about our new construction spaces!

Lake Forest School Districts 67 and 115 are excited to announce the latest episode of Beyond the Budget, the informative video series that provides the community with an inside look at how public funds are managed to support students and schools. The newest episode, now available on the district website, focuses on the tax levy—the formal request for property tax revenue that funds school operations for the coming year.

District 67 students spent a week immersed in creativity and storytelling through the Visiting Author program, co-sponsored by the Spirit of 67 Foundation and the District 67 Association of Parents and Teachers (APT). 

LAKE FOREST, IL —Lake Forest Elementary School District 67 set a new record this fall, collecting 12,600 pounds of donated food during its annual HUGS (Help Us Give Suppers) Food Drive, marking one of the most impactful efforts in the program’s history.

The 2025 report card, recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), shows all Lake Forest schools earned an “exemplary” rating — awarded to schools that rank in the top 10% statewide with no underperforming student groups.

As we move through the school year, we recognize that some families may face unexpected challenges, including difficulty accessing enough food, while others might like to know how they can help.

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released its 2025 Report Card. Click here for more information!

District 67 offers an early childhood behavioral and developmental screening for families with children aged 3-5 residing within District 67 school boundaries. This screening is free of charge, and appointments are required. 

Have an amazing summer and good luck in high school next year! 

Click here to read our newest publication focusing on Lake Forest Schools finances! 

Our community has asked for a deeper understanding of school finance and the budget planning process. In response, Districts 67 and 115 are launching Beyond the Budget, a video series debuting with Chief Operating Officer Dr. Jennifer Hermes.

Congratulations to the Deer Path Middle School Green Team for earning Third Place in the Illinois Green Schools Project (IGSP) for their water conservation initiative!

The District 67 Health Services team is sharing two important reminders to help keep our students healthy and safe as we move into spring.

As stated in the April 3 message from D67 and D115 Chief Technology Officer, Jordan Salus, all K-8 district-provided iPads will not be sent home with students this summer.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for District 67 Math Night! We hope you found the session helpful and left with a better understanding of the math journey ahead. We’re grateful for your partnership as we work together to support every child.

Dr. Andrew Fenton will become the next District 67 Director of Teaching and Learning, starting July 1, 2025.

Lake Forest Open Lands (LFOLA) is proud to offer the Susie Hoffmann Award for Nature and Conservation to a 2025 Lake Forest High School (LFHS) graduating senior passionate about the natural world. Through this award, we celebrate Susie's years of dedication to empowering young people throughout Lake County.  

Join us in celebrating retirements, promotions, and new opportunities!

We are notifying our District 67 and District 115 communities of a data security incident involving PowerSchool, our student information system provider. On December 22, 2024, an unauthorized third party accessed PowerSchool servers via their PowerSource support portal, compromising certain data from student and teacher databases globally.

In mid-January, the City of Lake Forest will begin the Deerpath Streetscape Project to enhance the downtown area along Deerpath Road from Green Bay Road to Western Avenue. This transformative project will improve pedestrian safety, enhance infrastructure, and beautify this gateway to Lake Forest.

Brainstormers and the Gorton Drama Studio just wrapped up Seussical the Musical, which featured many of our District 67 students! Check out our highlights here!

Students from the Sheridan Garden Club recently visited the Lake Forest College greenhouse for a hands-on learning experience.

Click here to relive the highlights of the Great Full Market! Thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, and donors!

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released its 2024 Report Card. Click here for more information!

In Episode 9 of our Under The Hard Hat video series, student-host Evan is joined by Dan Mortensen, Director of Facilities for Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115, and Nick Cosek, Project Executive at Pepper Construction, to provide an in-depth look at this summer's work during the Enabling Phase at Lake Forest High School. 

In this episode, we share project logistics and coordination, safety information, and work details.

Following the interim appointments of Board members Mrs. Shyama Parikh Chauhan and Mr. Gregory Adamo, the new Board elected Mr. Mark Remus as President, Mrs. Emily Bernahl as Vice President, and Mr. Carl Kirar as Secretary.

In this episode, we share an early summer update on how long the construction work will take, what students can expect when they return to school, and how you can stay updated every step of the way.

On Wednesday, May 15, Superintendent Dr. Matthew L. Montgomery, and other district team members previewed the new school year.

We are proud to share that Moody’s Investors Service reaffirmed the District’s Aaa bond rating. Moody’s Investors Services is one of three credit agencies that provide ratings to school districts. This is the 14th year in a row District 67 has been recognized at this prestigious level.

Music to our ears!

A big shoutout to our amazing Facilities team for braving the snow and ensuring a safe environment for everyone! Thank you for your hard work!

See our student art ambassadors for 2023-2024!

GOOOOO TEAM!

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Read more about the release for the Illinois Report Card for District 67!

Our Strategic Plan reflects the shared ideals and goals for our District. Read more about it here.

Helpful information for the start of the school year!

We are delighted to share that five of our District 67 and 115 communication vehicles have been recognized as 2023 National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) Publications and Digital Media Excellence Award recipients.