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Asking Teachers If They Know Slang

Ellie Carter and Phoebe Silver

February 19, 2026

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Ellie Carter, Staff Writer

Ellie Carter is a senior at Lake Forest High School and is thrilled to be a first-year writer for The Forest Scout! She is a captain on the varsity girls lacrosse team and participates in many clubs such as Student to Student, Women’s Club, CROYA, Link Crew, and Women in STEM! Outside of school, you’ll find Ellie working at Exmoor Country Club, babysitting, volunteering, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family.

Phoebe Silver, Staff Writer

Senior Phoebe Silver is very excited to be returning back to The Forest Scout for her second year! Phoebe is a captain of both the Varsity Tennis and Varsity Lacrosse team. Phoebe is also on the executive board of Student Council, and a member of the Women in Stem Club. Outside of school, you can find Phoebe hanging out with friends or spending time with family.