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The Forest Scout

The Student News Site of Lake Forest High School

The Forest Scout

The Student News Site of Lake Forest High School

The Forest Scout

Senior Graham Garrigan and freshman Emmett Lee celebrate a goal against Wheaton Academy
Scouts Lacrosse handles No. 2 St. Viator and No. 3 Wheaton Academy with Ease
Colin Peters, Sports Editor • May 9, 2024
Photo Courtesy of Caleb Williams Instagram
Caleb Williams is not a Franchise-Changing Quarterback
Ryan Valentincic, Staff Writer • May 3, 2024

The 2024 NFL Draft was one of the most exciting drafts for Bears fans. Making just their third first overall pick in franchise history, Chicago...

Photo via Chicago Bears (twitter)
Bears Offseason and Predraft Analysis
Gavin McCullough, Staff Writer • April 23, 2024

As the NFL 2024 Draft creeps closer and closer, the Bear's time on the clock shortens and shortens. After the trade that sent Justin Fields to...

The team celebrating after Colin Sinclair scores a run.
Scouts improve to .500 record with back to back wins over Zion-Benton
Luke Cheng April 17, 2024

This Monday and Tuesday, The Varsity baseball team was able to sweep a two game series over the Zion Benton Zee-Bees. The Scouts, who as...

TRACK IS BACK - A Preview of the Boys Outdoor Track Season
TRACK IS BACK - A Preview of the Boys Outdoor Track Season
Jack Quick, Staff Writer • April 11, 2024

As springtime approaches, there are many things to look forward to. The fresh flowers blooming, the return of leaves on trees, but most of all,...

Seniors gathering together on decision day. Photo courtesy of Rachel Silvers.
End of Year Senior Activities
Rachel Silvers and Mary Carter May 13, 2024
MFH members playing their concert. (MFH website)
Musicians For Hope Strikes a Chord in the Chicago Area
Caroline Gerber, Editor-in-Chief • May 12, 2024

Since its incorporation in February, the student-run, non-profit organization Musicians for Hope has raised $27,300 for music programs at ten...

Track Captains at Senior Night (Courtesy of Elise Raffiani)
Running the Show: LFHS Girls’ Track Captains Lead With Purpose
Ella Droege, Staff Writer • May 10, 2024

This season’s LFHS Girls’ track team has named eight athletes as captains: Ava Fox, Stella Fox, Ameena Alsikafi, Lucy Schlachtenhaufen, Sophia...

Five more Scouts worth celebrating.
The Friday Five
Grace Donovan, Caroline Gerber, Reese Harper, Evan Haussermann, and Jillian Duer May 10, 2024

Ford Davie When you walk through the second floor of LFHS, it’s hard to miss the large New Media mural painted on the wall outside of the...

Photo from Flickr.
Reclaiming A Tradition: Highland Park’s 2024 Independence Day Parade
Stella Henretta, Staff Writer • May 9, 2024

For many midwesterners, the Fourth of July is tainted with a reminder of the tragic event that took place at Highland Park’s annual Independence...

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The Best Places to Study
Manon Vermer, Staff Writer • May 13, 2024
Courtesy of Lake Bluff Golf Course
Best Local Public Golf Courses to Play This Summer
Boden Rupprecht, Staff Writer • May 9, 2024

Since we are deep into spring with the weather becoming nicer every day, many people, including LFHS students, are ready to get back out on the...

Graphic courtesy of Derek Marshall
Ranking Local Coffee Shops
Derek Marshall, Staff Writer • May 3, 2024

Out of the hundreds of coffees I've had, there have been some very bad and some very good coffees. But you likely clicked on this to see what...

Best Rom-Coms of All Time
Best Rom-Coms of All Time
Mary Carter, Staff Writer • April 30, 2024

Romantic comedies are arguably the top-tier genre when it comes to movies. When you want to curl up in bed and watch Netflix, this list of movies...

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Summer Starbucks Drinks Review
Summer Starbucks Drinks Review
Sara Drowne and McKenzy Hoopis May 10, 2024
Whats Poppin Podcast - Episode Two
What's Poppin Podcast - Episode Two
Lulu Flavin, Michaela Barry, and Murphy Moorhead May 10, 2024

Fashion Editor Lulu Flavin and Staff Writers Murphy Moorhead and Michaela Barry are back for another episode of What's Poppin. This week they...

Whats Poppin Podcast - Episode 1
What's Poppin Podcast - Episode 1
Lulu Flavin, Michaela Barry, and Murphy Moorhead April 26, 2024

Fashion Editor Lulu Flavin and Staff writers Murphy Moorhead and Michaela Barry discuss the Anyone But You movie and the lineups for upcoming...

The Dish: Casa De Isaac
The Dish: Casa De Isaac
Annie Davis and Andrew Marsch April 23, 2024

Staff writers Annie Davis and Andrew Marsch review Casa De Isaac in Highwood.

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Outfit of the Week - Abby Bruskin
Outfit of the Week - Abby Bruskin
Lulu Flavin April 26, 2024
TFS Recommends: Give Me 5!
TFS Recommends: Give Me 5!
Annie Page and Chloe York March 15, 2024

Fashion  The Adidas Campus 00 shoes are a must-have. They are really in style right now, especially these red and pink ones for the spring....

TFS Recommends: Makeup Edition
TFS Recommends: Makeup Edition
Mary Carter, Staff Writer • March 14, 2024

As someone who has struggled to find the right makeup for my skin type and has tried almost every makeup brand in Sephora, I have realized the...

TFS Recommends: The Perfect Pair of Jeans
TFS Recommends: The Perfect Pair of Jeans
Clara Collis, Staff Writer • March 14, 2024

Fashion trends at LFHS are constantly changing, but jeans never go out of style. Here are some recommendations to help you find the perfect pair!...

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