H-Y-M-N-A-L! That was the word that fourth grader Boaz Movit spelled correctly in the 11th round of the Lafayette Spelling Bee to make him the school champion! Congratulations to Boaz, to the others winners, and to all 35 participants of a thrilling Lafayette Spelling Bee 1st Place:...
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We hope you can join us at Lafayette’s Annual Auction on Saturday, March 14th. The auction would not be possible without a team of volunteers and donations. Volunteer: We’ve recruited a great group of parents to help so far but we still have several important roles that need...
Who is learning how to “tinikle”? Who is discussing biases? Who is reading about the process of writing Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous speech at the March on Washington? Who is creating digital art? Imagine the possibilities for meaningful conversation with your child if YOU are in the loop...
Dear Parents, This year in Peace Class for 4th and 5th grade we have been tackling some challenging issues and so I wanted to share with you some of what we have been talking about. It is my hope that your children are sharing with you some of...
Come to the cafetorium for hands-on science and engineering experiments and projects (and prizes!). Look at space rocks under a microscope, experiment (safely) with electricity and circuits, examine cool bugs, and more.
Thank you for a great Camp Expo last night! 18 Camps and many potential campers filled our cafeteria. If you were not able to attend but would like to know more about the event and participating camps, click here. A huge shout out to Sue Caras, our Camp Expo leader,...
Get ready to celebrate your own Olympic victory this year at Lafayette’s Spring Auction! Join fellow parents and caregivers on Saturday, March 14th for the 2020 Lafayette Olympics. Spend an evening in Lafayette’s own Olympic Village, the heart of every Olympic gathering where top athletes from around the world...
Parents, please take time to share insight about your child’s school experience so that as a school we know how we are doing and can continue to work to provide a positive and meaningful experience. Parents, students, and schools all play important roles in this process. To help all...
Parents of students of color, please join the Lafayette She Reigns, girls of color initiative, and Empowering Males of Color (EMOC) groups for a gathering in the LES School Library on January 23rd at 6 pm as we discuss our upcoming “informance”, share what we are doing to support...
Calling all large cardboard boxes! The bigger the better (we’re thinking refrigerators, furniture, appliances, etc.). The drama club will use them as set material for the upcoming play. Boxes can be dropped in the 2nd grade wing outside Ms. King’s classroom. Thanks, Annie Campbell and Steven King
Mark your calendars: Lafayette’s annual service event will be coming up on Saturday, February 29th from 1:00-3:00. This day is a unique opportunity for Lafayette families to participate in a variety of hands-on activities in support of community organizations in the DC area. If you’d like to join Lafayette...
The 2020 Auction Committee would like to give a big thank you to Nina & Rich Rose for hosting at their home this past weekend the first party of the year to support the annual auction. The “Build-A-Wine-Cellar party,” which collected dozens of bottles of amazing wine to be...
School is back in full swing and our busy calendars prove it! Please note some important events this week: We welcome you to join us for Family Science Night, on Wednesday, January 15, from 6-8pm, for science fun for the family through the Maryland Science Center. Please join us...
It’s all the buzz! The 37th annual Lafayette Spelling Bee with its 37 participants will be held this Thursday, Jan. 16, at 9:30 in the Cafetorium. It will last until 11:45 or until we have our three winners who will represent Lafayette in the regional bee in early February....
Lafayette Parents. Chevy Chase Neighbors. DC Natives. Trusted Advisors. Hustling to school drop off, popping into Broad Brand Market, or picking up a quick gift or coffee along Connecticut Avenue, are all places you’re likely to run into Claudia Donovan and Pam Wye. Dedicated professionals and neighborhood enthusiasts, they...
There is regular dismissal and regular aftercare today, Tuesday, 1/7/2020 for DCPS. However, because of impending inclement weather, there will be no athletics. This means no basketball practice for LES students.
Dear Lafayette Families – Happy New Year! Here we are in a new year and new decade! I hope everyone had a restful and joy filled winter break. We are starting the new year at full tilt, with many family and community activities. Upcoming meetings: 1/10 – 5th Grade...
Student spellers in grades 3-5 have been studying hard for Lafayette’s 37th annual school spelling bee. The bee will begin at 9:10 am on Thursday, Jan. 16 in the Cafetorium. In the event of a snow day or snow delay, the bee will be held on Wednesday, Jan 22 at 9:10...
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