All About Our Extracurriculars
All About Our Extracurriculars

After a tumultuous 2020, Lake Forrest Prep is proud to announce that our extracurricular activities are returning! We love how after school activities develop our student body, and we’re excited to add more as the year progresses. For now, here’s more information about the current offerings:  Book Club Is your child a bookworm? The LFP Book Club is the perfect…

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Resetting the School Routine
Resetting the School Routine

After a challenging 2020, getting back to in-person lessons can feel jarring to some students. A lack of routine can lead to cranky kids, refusal to leave the house, and even a twinge of separation anxiety. At Lake Forrest Prep, we want to help children (and parents) have a smooth transition back to school. Here are some of our favorite…

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Common Mistakes Young Scientists Make
Common Mistakes Young Scientists Make

The sciences are complex, challenging and exciting areas of study. However, some kids (and adults) can get tripped up in scientific thinking. The next time you look over your child’s science homework, here are some mistakes you can keep an eye out for.  Using the wrong keywords From “particle” to “cumulonimbus clouds,” each science discipline comes with a unique set…

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Gearing Up for Back to School
Gearing Up for Back to School

The new school year is almost here! The relaxing summertime fun can lead some kids to struggle with (or even resent) going back to school. Here are some tips on helping your child switch out of their summer mindset and gear up for going back to school.  Start going to sleep earlier.  During the summer, it’s much easier to justify…

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Last Minute Summer Fun Ideas
Last Minute Summer Fun Ideas

Those summer days are dwindling away, and your kids might be rushing to get the rest of their summer bucket list done. But maybe your children have already knocked everything off! Here are some last-minute summer ideas fun for the whole family:  A DIY Spa Day Spa days for parents are great, sure, but your kids might also appreciate a…

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