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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
Ryan Peters

Ryan Peters, Editor

Ryan Peters enjoys playing darts and cornhole, doing crossword puzzles, sitting outside, and listening to 93XRT. 

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In it's first year, YAF brought two conservative speakers to campus, including Rachel Campos-Duffy.

[Photo] Young America’s Foundation Aims for a Return After Yearlong Deactivation

Lainey O’Neil, Staff Writer
March 17, 2022
Nate Schmitt and Ben Rosa running at the North Suburban Conference Cross Country meet in October.

Harvard and Navy Commits Miss Out on Potentially Historic Track Seasons

Ryan Peters and Peter Elliott
May 22, 2020
The Watercooler: Interview with Vienna Beef Executive Tom McGlade

The Watercooler: Interview with Vienna Beef Executive Tom McGlade

Ryan Peters, Peter Elliott, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
May 2, 2020
The plot behind the fabricated morning announcements was revealed to the public on Wednesday.

Four Named in Plot to Spread Misinformation throughout LFHS

Ryan Peters, Editor
April 15, 2020

Trump’s Comments about Reopening Economy Spark Necessary Conversation

Ryan Peters, Editor
March 24, 2020
Politically Correct - Ep. 1

Politically Correct – Ep. 1

Billy Gardner, Casey Murray, Will Pattie, and Ryan Peters
March 10, 2020
Mr. Schuessler celebrates receiving a grant award certificate for new microscopes.

20 Grants Awarded in Record-Breaking Foundation Grant Day

Ryan Peters, Editor
March 10, 2020
Former presidential candidate Steve Forbes speaks at FreedomFest in Las Vegas in 2013.

TFS Exclusive: Interview with Steve Forbes

Ryan Peters, Editor
February 24, 2020

Shred It

Ryan Peters, Editor
February 13, 2020
The Watercooler: Resolutions to Make Sports More Entertaining

The Watercooler: Resolutions to Make Sports More Entertaining

Ryan Peters, Peter Elliott, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
February 13, 2020
The Watercooler: How Would We Improve Sports Video Games?

The Watercooler: How Would We Improve Sports Video Games?

Ryan Peters, Peter Elliott, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
January 31, 2020
Former presidential canidate Steve Forbes will speak at a YAF event on March 3.

Steve Forbes to Speak at LFHS

Ryan Peters, Editor
January 30, 2020
The Watercooler: Best of the Decade in Sports

The Watercooler: Best of the Decade in Sports

Peter Elliott, Ryan Peters, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
January 13, 2020
Scouts Hold Off Grayslake Central's Furious Comeback, Win 45-42

Scouts Hold Off Grayslake Central’s Furious Comeback, Win 45-42

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
December 7, 2019
Scouts Fall Flat Against New Trier; Finish 4th in Thanksgiving Tournament

Scouts Fall Flat Against New Trier; Finish 4th in Thanksgiving Tournament

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
December 4, 2019
The Watercooler: Interview with Chicago Dogs Broadcaster Sam Brief

The Watercooler: Interview with Chicago Dogs Broadcaster Sam Brief

Peter Elliott, Ryan Peters, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
November 26, 2019
Protesters at Northwestern University interrupted a speech from Jeff Sessions earlier this month.

Northwestern Protesters: Another Sad Example of Cancel Culture

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
November 26, 2019
Boys Basketball: 2019-20 Season Preview

Boys Basketball: 2019-20 Season Preview

Connor Clark and Ryan Peters
November 25, 2019
The Watercooler: How Can We Improve Attendance at LFHS Athletic Events?

The Watercooler: How Can We Improve Attendance at LFHS Athletic Events?

Peter Elliott, Ryan Peters, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
November 8, 2019
When a longtime Veterans Day event was in jeopardy, some seniors stepped up to save it. The ceremony will be at 9 am on Monday.

Students Carry On Lake Bluff Veterans Day Tradition

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
November 7, 2019
The Watercooler: Would You Rather Stay Clean and be an Average Pro Athlete or Become the GOAT Because of Steroids?

The Watercooler: Would You Rather Stay Clean and be an Average Pro Athlete or Become the GOAT Because of Steroids?

Peter Elliott, Ryan Peters, Carson Ward, and Billy Gardner
October 27, 2019
The Watercooler: Could Billy Gardner Defeat a Cheetah One-on-One in an Octagon?

The Watercooler: Could Billy Gardner Defeat a Cheetah One-on-One in an Octagon?

Ryan Peters, Carson Ward, Billy Gardner, and Peter Elliott
October 18, 2019
Real World Comes to YAF Event

Real World Comes to YAF Event

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
October 11, 2019
The Watercooler: What NFL Player Would You Add to the Lake Forest Football Team?

The Watercooler: What NFL Player Would You Add to the Lake Forest Football Team?

Peter Elliott, Ryan Peters, and Carson Ward
October 4, 2019
The Watercooler: Could the Varsity Soccer Team Beat 75 U9 AYSO Players?

The Watercooler: Could the Varsity Soccer Team Beat 75 U9 AYSO Players?

Peter Elliott, Ryan Peters, and Carson Ward
September 27, 2019
Coastal redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) growing along Denali Thoroughfare last week. The trees were transplanted from Muir Woods through a special agreement with the State of California.

School Administration’s Decision to Protect Municipal Neutrality Causes Controversy to Take Root

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
September 24, 2019
Raise up your horizons

Social Media: An Unhealthy Obsession

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
September 11, 2019
Senior Ben Rosa fends off competition at Lake County Invitational to win his first personal title for the Scouts in cross country.

Rosa Shines As Scouts Place Sixth In Lake County Invite

Ryan Peters, Staff Writer
September 7, 2019
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