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What Belonging Feels Like at Lakefield
At Lakefield College School, every student’s journey is different, yet each one is rooted in their experience of a strong community connection.
When families talk about their Lakefield experience, they rarely start with academics or facilities. They talk about the people — the teachers who see potential before it’s fully formed, the peers who become lifelong friends, the advisors who walk alongside students through challenges and new opportunities, and the community that feels instantly familiar even when you’re far from home.
These are the stories that show what Learning Done Differently looks like through the eyes of our students, alumni, and families.
The Voices of the Grove
Griffin Mbonda '23
“The people at LCS are what make the school what it is… There is always a solid support system.”
Micaiah Ejim '25
“Everyone here is so caring and loving. They only want to see you learn and grow into the best person you can be.”
Jud McGowan '25
“I am truly grateful for all of the people at LCS… everyone plays a part in making this place feel like home.”
Halle Lawson '21
“I didn’t realize a teacher could be more than a teacher before I came to Lakefield.”
Jack Freeman '21
“It felt like a camp-like version of high school — canoeing, campfires, and everyone embracing each other’s differences.”
Tori Whittemore '21
“Lakefield helped me grow extraordinarily as a person.”
Enrica Geloso '20
“LCS has given me what I need to grow and thrive — and a safe place to be myself.”
Santiago Paz '20
“I really felt like I belonged and was exactly where I was supposed to be.”
Ximena Meneses Castillo '20
“I’ve made my best friends here, and it’s something I’ll always be thankful for.”
Family Stories
Mbonda Family
“LCS rests on a balance of academics, athletics, art and community building. By valuing and actively participating in all 4 pillars, our child continues to position himself well for a rewarding and fulfilling university and social life.”
Porcar Family
“LCS is very professional and at the same time like a big family surrounded by nature… This makes the student feel at home.”
Student Voices
What They Carry Forward
Bianca Bell '06
“My life wouldn’t be where it is without LCS. The friendships, the education, the confidence — all of it shaped the person I am today.”
Asheesh Momi '16
“Teachers at Lakefield don’t just teach facts. They teach you how to think — and how to use your voice.”
Kristian Paschalis '17
“Lakefield changed my life from mediocre to extraordinary. LCS was my home, the staff and students, my family.”
