Friday Five

Whether it’s participating in track, music, or ravine cleanups, junior Will Meyer is a truly remarkable individual who doesn’t hesitate to give any problem his all. “Whether Meyer is on the track, on stage, or just hanging out with friends, he always manages to brighten everyone's day with his one-liners,” said junior Alexander Panos. Meyer is heavily involved in the music department as a ...

He's an English teacher, meditation master, and philosopher all rolled into one.  Dr. Matt Dewar, a Lake Forest Academy graduate, teaches both English and Humanities, but he also known around the school for teaching mindfulness meditation. Dr. Dewar is passionate about his job and is without a doubt a favorite here.  Being in one of Dr. Dewar’s classes is a privilege. Everyday, no matter th...

Senior Tierney Sassen’s optimistic and caring personality makes her an ideal friend and peer to be around. Whether on the sidelines of the swimming pool cheering her teammates on or offering a shoulder to cry on for her friends after a rough day, Sassen is always there for any one of her friends.  Sassen’s kind heart and empathy has led to her being a beloved student by peers and staff.  ...

Upon entering her 10:30 a.m. Outdoor Adventures Google Meet, Nicky Deitche, fully engulfed in her comforter, greeted the class with a quiver in her voice.  “My heater broke, and it’s 54 degrees in my house,” she said through her gritty smile, “but I’m doing great!” This ability to push through discomfort is not out of character for the exuberant senior; just a week prior, she carried her lapt...

When junior Kaden Wilhelm was five years old, he took a brutal fall. He was told by doctors that he would never play contact sports.  Kaden was born with an arachnoid cyst, but it wasn't discovered until he was five years old. This cyst forced him to undergo brain surgery, which in turn made future concussions potentially fatal. Despite the early challenges, he has grinded on the tennis court ...