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Passionate performance of Hadestown on stage.

The artistry of our LFC*extra production of Hadestown: Teen Edition was the result of hundreds of hours of dedicated rehearsals, costume design, and choreography—an unforgettable success that truly showcased our students' talent.

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  • LFC 30th Anniversary Trivia: Celebrate our 30-year milestone by testing your school spirit! Do you know how many students were in our first-ever class in 1995 or the year we moved into our current Wilson campus? Test your knowledge!
  • LFC Leadership at the French Senate: President Eric Veteau represented the French Schools Abroad (EFE) network at the French Senate in Paris to advocate for strategic changes in French college admissions. He proposed priority levers to strengthen France’s competitiveness, including an earlier admissions calendar and improved logistical support for international families, highlighting LFC as a premier talent pool for higher education.
  • LFC Alum Returns with the Yale Whiffenpoofs: We were thrilled to welcome baritone and former LFC student Charlie Calkins back to campus with the Yale Whiffenpoofs, the oldest collegiate a cappella group in the US. The group inspired students in Grades 5–12 by demonstrating how to balance elite musical performance with rigorous academic majors ranging from STEM to history.
  • The LFC Art Expo: Our campus was recently transformed into a vibrant gallery showcasing hundreds of projects—from painting and sculpture to film and fashion. The Art Expo allowed families to witness a progression of talent from Grades 1 to 12, stretching from our youngest students on the main campus to our older students' capstone works at the Center for the Arts. Publicly displaying these works fosters the creative risk-taking and confidence central to the LFC experience.

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Learning French in Style: The Pre-K Fashion Show

In maternelle, language acquisition is an ongoing adventure. At the Lycée Français de Chicago, learning French doesn't just happen at a desk—it comes to life through exciting, hands-on projects. Our pre-K fashion show is the perfect example. It shows how much fun kids can have while building the confidence and skills they need to succeed.

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30 Years of LFC Memories

Did you know that our high school was originally located at Loyola’s downtown campus? That is just one of the memories shared when we asked students, alumni, parents, and staff to share moments that define their LFC experience. From reminiscing about the first day of school to musical theater memories, the LFC community delivered!

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Beyond a Report Card: The LFC Difference

Morning debates with an award-winning journalist, afternoon drills at the Chicago Bulls’ facility, a flight to D.C. for a weekend volleyball tournament, and a class trip to Puerto Rico—all in a few short weeks.

For the seniors at the Lycée Français de Chicago (LFC), it wasn't just a busy time—it was the school’s DNA in action. Between January 22 and February 11, Grade 12 students transitioned seamlessly from the intensity of mock exams to world-class athletic and cultural experiences. To understand the weight of these moments, we sat down with Class of 2026 "lifers" Sophia D. and Jean L.-S., who have been at the LFC since preschool. Accomplished Flames athletes already admitted to prestigious universities in the U.S., France, and the U.K., they offer a clear-eyed look at a stretch of days that was as whirlwind as it was—surprisingly—typical for life at LFC.

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LFC Hits the Diamond

As we celebrate three decades of excellence at the Lycée, our 30th anniversary has brought with it an historic "first" that many have dreamed of for years: the official launch of our boys’ high school varsity baseball team.

Getting the program off the ground, with its intensive equipment demands and logistical hurdles, is an impressive feat of school spirit, administrative grit, and parent generosity. But more than just a new sport, bringing the "American Pastime" to our French-American campus is a special milestone. It proves that even after thirty years of growth, we are still finding new ways to bridge our two cultures, grow our school, and hit it out of the park.

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Beyond the Classroom: Passion, Purpose, Performance

At the Lycée Français de Chicago, academic rigor is just the beginning. Nurturing a student’s unique passions—from international diplomacy to the precision of a free throw—is vital to developing well-rounded global citizens. This spring, our secondary students haven't just been active; they have been excelling on local, national, and international stages.

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University Bound: Highlighting Aiden W.

Each year, our graduating students are accepted to universities all around the world. The College Counseling Office works closely with each student to find universities that best fit his or her goals and interests to ensure that s/he continues to excel. With the University Bound series, we highlight some of their stories. This week's interview showcases Aiden W., a senior in the IB program, who joined the LFC in pre-K and will be attending Pomona College next year.

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