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"While the academics are rigorous, all students are met at their individual level of ability. Possibly more important, all students are encouraged to be supportive, involved members of the community and this attitude is modeled by the faculty and staff."
-- Current LFCDS Parent
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"LFCDS not only met but exceeded our expectation. We were welcomed as a new family even throughout the admission process. The faculty really care about the students and want them to succeed – they take the time to really get to know each child."
-- New LFCDS Parent
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"The academics and overall educational environment offered at LFCDS are spectacular. LFCDS allows and encourages students to be their best selves while providing the support they need to get there."
-- Current LFCDS Parent
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“The Innovation Center allows us to extend our students’ experience beyond the walls of a classroom and encourages them to use design thinking to approach challenges."
-- Head of School John Melton
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"We love the community! Teachers, parents, students and administrators all work together to best meet your family’s needs. Your child is loved and known by everyone. As parents, we were immediately welcomed into the community."
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School News
'Everyone Learns' Local Conference
Under the leadership of David Muniz, Director of Technology, LFCDS hosted our second annual local conference for North Shore Educators titled 'Everyone Learns'. The content focused on the ways schools and educators could broaden the support and inclusive practices they extend to diverse learners in their communities.
42nd Annual LFCDS Auction
We send our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible volunteers, donors, and attendees for making this year's Auction an absolute success. Together, we made magic and set records! Your generosity and support are truly remarkable. We extend our special appreciation to our co-chairs Kim Beans and Amy Hausman for their leadership.
Announcing our next Head of Lower School
LFCDS is excited to announce our next Head of Lower School; Mrs. Rachel Diaz
NIMCon Solo and Ensemble Contest
Congratulations to our NIMCon Solo and Ensemble Contest participants! LFCDS musicians brought home 23 gold medals, 5 silver medals, and one perfect score!
Lift Every Voice
Thank you to Emmy Award-winning producer, writer, and actor G. Riley Mills, and co-author, songwriter, videographer, and mentor, Willie “Prince Roc” Round, who visited LFCDS yesterday to lead our 7th and 8th graders in a table read and discussion of their American Association of Theater & Education award-winning play, Lift Every Voice.
Clothilde Ewing Visits LFCDS
Clothilde Ewing, storyteller, mother, advocate, and optimist, visited LFCDS today to meet with our preschool-4th grade students.
IDEAcon 2024
What long weekend?! On Monday, eight Upper Schoolers left a lasting impression while showcasing their Design and Innovation projects to educators from dozens of schools at
#IDEAcon
2024.
2024 Variety Show
Roses are red, violets are blue, the Variety Show is our Valentine’s gift to you!
Cameron Fink '19 Visits LFCDS
On Monday, Cameron Fink ‘19 joined us to discuss entrepreneurship and mentor our Upper School Design Challenge Students. A self-taught programmer and co-founder of Elda, he shared insights on design thinking and helped refine students’ projects. Thank you, Cameron, for inspiring us!
Winter House Event
Did someone say cabin fever olympics??
Grade 8 Hot Cocoa Bar
The graduation countdown begins when the 8th graders get hot chocolate…
Paws for Patrick Visit
Spreading pawsitivity on campus with the help of our friends from Paws for Patrick!
Grade 8 Winter Drama Production
Oh, what a Twelfth Night for our 8th grade winter production!
Holiday Assembly 2023
Happy Holidays from all of us on Green Bay Road! See you in 2024!
Secondary School Alumni Forum
Before heading out on Thanksgiving Break, our 7th and 8th-grade students had the opportunity to hear from Linley Fletcher '22, Kaelyn Pasma '23, Summer Jaster '22, Matteo Shinn '22, Drew Cobin '22, and William Reynolds '22 about topics relating to high school and life after LFCDS. Thank you to our young alums for returning to LFCDS to impart their high school wisdom on our oldest students!
Thanksgiving Assembly 2023
Lots to be thankful for...assemblies included!
Veterans Day Assembly 2023
“To those who served so gallantly, we sing this grateful song”
Halloween 2023
Too ghoul for school!
8th Grade Soccer
Wet home pitch, soaked conference champs!
Greenhouse Reopening
Thanks to the Berti family, LFCDS has more space to grow!
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A co-educational independent private school for students age 2 through Grade 8.
Graduating students of strong character with a passion for learning since 1888.
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Lake Forest Country Day School
145 South Green Bay Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
P: 847-234-2350
F: 847-234-2352
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About Us
Our Mission & Core Values
LFCDS at a Glance
Meet our Head of School
Leadership
Faculty & Staff
Board of Trustees
Our Campus
Accreditations & Partnerships
LFCDS Academic Year Calendar
Contact Us & Directions
Employment
Admission
Welcome
Why a PK-8 Independent School?
Admission Process
Tuition and Affordability
After LFCDS
Academics
Early Childhood Center
Lower School
Upper School
Social and Emotional Learning
Student Support
Innovation
Innovation Space
Outdoor Laboratory
Greenhouse
Technology
Community
Diversity & Inclusion
Responsible Citizenship
Athletics
Fine Arts
Dress Code
Extended School Options
House System
Lunch Program
Prime Time
Parent Association
Speaker Series & Parent Resources
Support LFCDS
Welcome
Ways to Give
Make a Gift
Annual Fund
Planned Giving
Auction