Mindful Moment Monday – March 25

Students, parents, and grandparents are invited to attend Lafayette’s first Mindful Monday in the Peace Room from 8:15-30am on Monday, March 25th. We’ll start with a mindful moment led by a student. Then, we’ll

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Host a Parent or Kid Party for the 2024 Lafayette Auction

One of Lafayette’s beloved auction traditions is providing a variety of parties for kids and adults. These parties take place throughout the spring and the following fall and are a great opportunity

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Pi Day is Tomorrow 3/13!

Because March 14th is a conference day, we will celebrate all things circular on Wednesday, March 13th! On this day, dedicated to the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its

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Music and Arts in Our Schools Month

March is Music and Arts in Our Schools Month, though we celebrate the arts every day here at Lafayette! We are planning a few special events this month: Art displays from

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4th Grade Parents Needed in the Art Room!

Are you a parent, grandparent or au pair of a 4th grader? We have a treat for YOU! WE NEED YOUR EYES AND HANDS to make our 4th grade printmaking unit a success! Sign

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Spring Flex Sign Up Tuesday 3/12 at 5 PM 

Sign up for Flex this spring! Classes will begin the week of April 8th. See the attached flyer for class schedule and class descriptions.    Register here on Tuesday 3/12

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March Mindfulness Tournament

Lafayette’s First March Mindfulness Tournament has begun! Starting this week, with the Sweet 16, every student at Lafayette will be voting for their favorite mindfulness strategy in peace class. Ask

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March Updates – Final Budget and Upcoming Events

Dear Lafayette Families – March has arrived and we are headed toward spring.  There are many exciting events and opportunities on the horizon…but first, an update on our budget for

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Save the Date for the Lafayette Spring Auction! – May 4

Save the Date for the Auction! Lafayette Annual Spring Auction 2024 May 4, 2024 7:00-10:00 PM Lafayette Elementary School  All proceeds will support the Lafayette HSA. Adult only event. Details

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Save the Dates: Arts Nights in May

Ms. McLaughlin, Ms. Perll, Mr. Brockman and Ms. Gemar are excited to present Arts Night 2024 “Seasons of Love”! ARTS NIGHT TIMES, LOCATIONS, and ALL DETAILS HERE! Please read the entirety of

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Sign up Now! March Drop-Off Line is Assigned to 4th Grade

Calling all 4th Grade parents!   The morning drop-off line is staffed by Lafayette parents, and each month we ask parents from a specific grade to volunteer. We have run through all of the grades, so

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The Art Room Needs YOU! Help Needed for 5th Grade Quilting Project

The Art Room Needs YOU!   We are gearing up for a 5th grade tradition and WE NEED parents, grandparents, au pairs… any adult hands who can assist! No experience necessary:)

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Lafayette HSA Happy Hour Mixer and Open House – March 5th 7:30pm

Lafayette HSA Happy Hour Mixer and Open House   Please join us upstairs at The Avenue at 7:30pm on March 5 to celebrate the hard work of all our Lafayette Volunteers! Whether you’re creating

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How Can I Advocate for Our School’s Budget Needs? Lafayette LSAT & HSA Guidance

How Can I Advocate for Our School’s Budget Needs? Lafayette LSAT & HSA Guidance  On this page you will find various avenues for budget-related advocacy, especially for any schools like

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Upcoming Lafayette Key Dates

Here are some key dates coming up on the calendar, organized by the Lafayette HSA. HSA Happy Hour Mixer (open to all!): Tuesday, March 5th 7:30 PM at the Avenue.

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4th & 5th Grade Track & Field Team Information & Forms

ALL 4th & 5th Grade Students are eligible to participate on the Lafayette Track & Field Team. All information regarding practices, meets, and requirements to participate can be found in

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Come Support Lafayette Basketball

The Lafayette Boys Basketball Team invites you to root for the Bears at their upcoming home games:   4:30pm on Tuesday 2/20 vs. Dorothy Height 4:30pm on Thursday 2/22 vs.

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Book Drive Starts This Week

Lafayette Gives Back’s annual book drive is happening now!  The annual book drive to benefit our sister school Takoma Elementary School (TES) is underway. Every year we collect books that will be given to the TES community. We will be

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Math Center News

Pi Day is Coming! Because March 14th is a conference day, we will celebrate all things circular on Wednesday, March 13th! On this day, dedicated to the ratio of a

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Learn American Sign Language Event on March 7

Thursday, March 7th at 5:30pm: Learn American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate in Signing Town. If you use your voice you might get sent back to Signing School! Join us

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