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How Classroom Technology Became a Community Issue in Lake Forest Schools: What’s Happened So Far
Parents raised concerns about student device use in Lake Forest schools. Here’s what has happened, what research says, and why families want a broader review.
Parents Care
6 days ago4 min read
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How Classroom Technology Became a Community Issue in Lake Forest Schools: What’s Happened So Far
Parents raised concerns about student device use in Lake Forest schools. Here’s what has happened, what research says, and why families want a broader review.
Parents Care
6 days ago
The District’s Response to Student Journalism Deserves Scrutiny
After student journalists raised clear questions about lunch pricing and food policies, the district’s response escalated quickly. This brief examines what happened next — and why the response itself deserves closer scrutiny.
Parents Care
Feb 6
D115 & D67 School Board Meeting Recaps (November 2025)
Every month, Parents Care shares a straightforward breakdown of district board meetings so Lake Forest families can stay informed about academic results, financial decisions, and policy changes that affect our schools. We believe strong schools start with an informed community — and these recaps help bring important conversations out of the boardroom and into the hands of parents and taxpayers.
Parents Care
Nov 16, 2025
Lake Forest High School Illinois Report Card 2025: How We Really Measure Up
Parents Care exists to cut through spin and share the truth about how our schools are really performing. District 115’s recent email praised Lake Forest High School’s 2025 results — but the full data tell a different story. ACT scores have dropped since 2017, and claims of “improvement” rely on invalid conversions. Our mission is to keep reporting the full picture — honest, factual, and transparent.
Parents Care
Nov 4, 2025
Superintendent Matthew Montgomery’s Administration Caught Violating FOIA Law
The Illinois AG’s PAC ruled Superintendent Matthew Montgomery’s administration violated FOIA by improperly hiding public records. This isn’t a slip-up—it’s a violation of the law. How many times has this happened before, quietly brushed aside? District 67’s talk of “transparency” is a farce. If they can’t follow the law, how can parents trust them with our children?
Parents Care
Sep 23, 2025
Community Oversight and Academic Growth: The Impact of Parents Care
Since Parents Care launched in 2022, academic performance in Lake Forest has surged. LFHS led peer schools with a 7% SAT gain, while District 67 posted a 33% IAR increase—the highest among North Shore districts. The common factor? Community oversight. Transparent, engaged accountability drives results. Lake Bluff, without this model, lags behind. The lesson is clear: oversight works, and every student deserves it.
Parents Care
May 23, 2025
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