Friday, Jan. 12, 8:00 am
Kindergarten TourAddress: 2645 California Ave SW
Phone: (206) 252-9500
lafayettees.seattleschools.orgRSVPs are appreciated but not required to kajohnson@seattleschools.org . If parents can’t make any of scheduled tours, they are welcome to call the front office and schedule a mutually convenient/date time.
Cozy Comedy, run by two West Seattleites who produce shows here and around the region, has big news:
We have our FIRST charity comedy show coming up on January 11, 2024, benefiting the Lafayette PTA! Cozy Comedy will not be making a penny of profit from this show; all proceeds are going to the Lafayette PTA. Otter on the Rocks has graciously agreed to let us have an additional evening of entertainment in their business for this great cause!
Tickets are available at this link – eventbrite.com/e/laughing-for-leopards-comedy-fundraiser-for-lafayette-pta-tickets-759136446547
Date and Time – Thursday, January 11, 7 pm show start!
Where: Otter on the Rocks, West Seattle
Benefitting the Lafayette PTA
Otter on the Rocks (4210 SW Admiral) is one of the venues where Cozy Comedy – whose backstory we told last year – presents shows each
We’re so excited to reach out and share that we have our FIRST charity comedy show coming up on Jan 11 2024, benefiting the Lafayette PTA! Cozy Comedy will not be making a penny of profit from this show, all proceeds are going to the Lafayette PTA. Otter on the Rocks has graciously agreed to let us have an additional evening of entertainment in their business for this great cause!
Tickets are available at this link – eventbrite.com/e/laughing-for-leopards-comedy-fundraiser-for-lafayette-pta-tickets-759136446547
Date and Time – Thu Jan 11, 7 pm show start!
Where: Otter on the Rocks, West Seattle
Benefitting the Lafayette PTA
Our website – cozycomedy.com
Wednesday, July 26, 10 am-noon
PwC / Spruced! / Lafayette Elementary
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In the waning days of the school year, some longtime educators are not getting ready just for summer, but for the endless summer of retirement. That applies to one at Lafayette Elementary for whom colleagues are organizing a “fond farewell” and hoping you can help:
Did you or your child attend Lafayette Elementary and have Cindy Adams as a teacher? After over 30 years of teaching, she will be retiring. Please help us wish her a fond farewell and thank you for all of her years of teaching. Students and families, past and present, are invited to send cards, art, poems to the front office to be compiled to send as a surprise to her by June 29th.
Please feel free to email your letter to bjjones1@seattleschools.org and we will print it out. Or mail your letter to Lafayette Elementary (2645 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116) addressed to Cindy Adams c/o Brooke Jones. Thanks so much!
Genesee Hill Elementary has one, Roxhill Elementary has one, and now Lafayette Elementary is going to test a “School Street.”
Thanks to Anthony for the tip. “School Streets” are an SDOT program that prioritizes walking, biking, and rolling on a section of a street by a school from 7 am to 5 pm on days school is in session. For Lafayette, SDOT is going to start a month-long test on Wednesday, April 19th, for the section of SW Lander that runs along the south side of the school, between California and 45th SW (part of which already has a “streatery” for The Good Society). From the “School Streets” FAQ:
What does this mean for people getting to school?
– When possible, walk, roll, or bike with your child to school
– If you must drive to school, try parking a block or two away and finishing the trip on foot
– Students provided with district transportation or with mobility needs can access the blockWhat does this mean for drivers?
– People driving who need to get to home and businesses on a School Street are still able to drive on these streets. Drivers should use caution and yield to people.
– People enjoying the street should be mindful of drivers trying to get to homes as well
SDOT collected traffic data before the test and plans to collect data during the test. Here’s the notification flyer. Feedback is welcome at HealthyStreets@seattle.gov and by phone at 206-900-8760.
Visit Lafayette Elementary for this event. (You can also see an online tour here.)
More info here.
Event #1 Virtual Open House Thursday, January 20th 2022, 3:30 pm, Click here to join the meeting
Event #2 Virtual Open House Thursday, January 27th 2022, 3:30 pm, Click here to join the meetingContact for more information: Lafayette Main Office, kajohnson@seattleschools.org , 206-252-9500
We’re continuing to spotlight school fundraisers when we get information about them – several more have come in, starting with this list of 8 from the Lafayette Elementary PTA:
Here are several ways to support Lafayette PTA through the end of 2021. The PTA is raising funds to pay for reading tutors, eBook subscriptions for every student, and more. Thank you for your support!
Shoe Drive Fundraiser: Date extended until mid-January 2022: The PTA has partnered with Funds2Orgs to raise money for the PTA and repurpose shoes by sending them to developing countries around the world. Please drop off your gently used shoes at West Seattle Runner at 2743 California Ave SW. Our goal is to collect at least 2500 pairs of shoes. Please email lafayette.fundraising@gmail.com with any questions.
Paper Boat Booksellers Book Fair: 11/16/2021 – 11/21/2021, 6040 California Ave SW; please mention Lafayette PTA to the cashier and a portion of sales will be given back to Lafayette PTA.
The Good Society Dine-Out: 12/12/2021 – 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm – 2701 California Ave SW (please mention Lafayette to your server); this is a recurring event on the second Tuesday of each month.
Bellevue Ice Rink Fundraiser: 11/19/2021 – 1/9/2022, Mention “Lafayette” when you check in with admission staff and a $3 donation will be made to Lafayette PTA for each paid ticket during the 2021-2022 season. Visit www.bellevueicerink.com to purchase tickets online, check pricing and special events.
ONLINE FUNDRAISERS:
Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens, now – 11/15/2021 (5 pm): purchase a digital dozen for $10 using this unique link to redeem at any Krispy Kreme location; digital dozens will be emailed to you at the end of the sale. OR pick up a dozen at Lafayette on November 19th. Either option, order here.
Scholastic Book Fair, through 11/21/2021: All orders are shipped directly to your home; free shipping or orders of at least $25 (books only). Please use this unique link to shop
Boon Supply, now-12/31/2021: Beautiful items that are good for you, good for the planet, and good for Lafayette PTA! Lafayette PTA earns 40% of sales when you use this unique link to shop.
Minted, now-12/31/2021: Please check out Minted for gifts and holiday cards. Lafayette PTA earns 15% of sales and you receive 20% off your order when you use promo code FUNDRAISELAFAYETTE at www.minted.com.
10/17/2021
10:30 am to 10:00 pm
MOD Pizza, 4755 Fauntleroy SW, Ste 150 (please mention Lafayette to the cashier or use promo code “GR191082L” when placing order online for pick-up in store)
(WSB photo, May)
Just before the last school year ended, work began on Lafayette Elementary upgrades including boiler replacement, fire sprinklers, and earthquake proofing, preceded by asbestos removal that generated staff and parent concerns. The work has continued through the summer. After a reader question, we checked today to see if the $3 million project will be done in time for the first day of classes next Wednesday. Yes, says Seattle Public Schools spokesperson Tim Robinson, who says the project team reports they’re “returning furniture to classrooms and offices. Waxing floors.” Next Tuesday, they’ll walk through with a final “punch list”; any resulting work will be done after-hours.
With the start of school just weeks away, school-related groups are revving up. That includes PTAs and PTSAs, and other support groups. We have long featured school-related fundraisers, and one PTA – for Lafayette Elementary – has already sent its fall plan:
Lafayette PTA is excited to welcome students back to school on September 1st! We have many opportunities for you to support the Lafayette Elementary School students, staff, and families. Our goal this year is to rebuild our community and provide extra support to help students who have fallen behind academically. Questions? Please email lafayette.fundraising@gmail.com.
Shoe Drive Fundraiser: Now until mid-November 2021: The PTA has partnered with Funds2Orgs to raise money for the PTA and repurpose shoes by sending them to developing countries around the world. Please drop off your gently used shoes at West Seattle Runner at 2743 California Ave SW. Our goal is to collect at least 2500 pairs of shoes.
Dine-Outs:
8/31/2021 – 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Good Society, 2701 California Ave SW (please mention Lafayette to your server)
9/26/2021 – 10:00 am to 10:00 pm – Mission Cantina, 2325 California Ave SW (please mention Lafayette to your server; dine-in or take-out)
10/17/2021 – 10:30 am to 10:00 pm – MOD Pizza, 4755 Fauntleroy SW, Ste 150 (please mention Lafayette to the cashier or use promo code “GR191082L” when placing order online for pickup in store)Boon Supply Online Fundraiser, 9/1/2021-12/31/2021: Lafayette PTA earns 40% of sales when you use this unique link to shop.
If your school group (or other nonprofit) has a fundraiser this year in which the community can participate, please send us the info so we can share the news all around the peninsula – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
WELCOME KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES! Kindergarten Play Dates are a great way for families and their little lafayette leopards to-be to meet other little leopards joining our school community – come make new friends or re-connect with old ones. Mark your calendars, if you are around, join us for these PTA hosted play dates at the Hiawatha Community Center playground:
Saturday, August 14 at 10 AM – RSVP, it helps us to plan accordingly
Saturday, August 21 at 10 AM – RSVP, it helps us to plan accordinglyIf you know a new incoming family, welcome them to our community and pass this information on!
(WSB file photo)
A little more than a week left in the school year, and we have two notes about Lafayette Elementary:
DONUT FUNDRAISER: The PTA is again selling Krispy Kreme “Digital Dozens,” this week only, redeemable for a dozen original glazed donuts. The fundraising sale is all online, except the part where you pick up the donuts. Orders are being taken here through 5 pm next Tuesday (June 15th). The nearest Krispy Kreme is in SODO, but you also can get a Digital Dozen certificate for family/friends in other areas who might be fans.
SUMMERTIME PLAYDATES: Also from the Lafayette PTA:
WELCOME, KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES! Kindergarten Play Dates are a great way for families and their little lafayette leopards to-be to meet other little leopards joining our school community – come make new friends or re-connect with old ones. Mark your calendars, if you are around, join us for these PTA hosted play dates at the Hiawatha Community Center playground:
Saturday, August 14 at 10 AM – RSVP, it helps us to plan accordingly
Saturday, August 21 at 10 AM – RSVP, it helps us to plan accordinglyIf you know a new incoming family, welcome them to our community and pass this information on!
(Got news from YOUR school? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!)
By Tracy Record
West Seattle Blog editor
“This feels so eleventh-hour,” one frustrated parent said toward the end of an online meeting today about asbestos-removal work at Lafayette Elementary.
That wasn’t an exaggeration. In response to copious concerns voiced by staff and parents, Seattle Public Schools‘ project-team leaders met with them this afternoon toward the end of the last workday before the work is set to start. The work actually was supposed to get going this past Monday – as noted here a week ago when the district sent us a community notice – but was pushed back so concerns could be addressed. (Here’s a letter from staff and PTSA members spelling out the concerns.)
The asbestos removal is the opening act of a project that has been in the works for going on two years – earthquake-proofing work, fire-sprinkler installation, and replacement of the school’s 70-year-old boiler. It’s the consolation prize of sorts for Lafayette having been passed over for a rebuild in the district’s most-recent BEX levy, though it was listed as “priority” for condition/capacity concerns during levy planning. (It’s not likely to be up for a rebuild for 10 to 15 years, one district official said today when the topic came up.)
Though the overall project is long-planned, the asbestos-removal component wasn’t mentioned until last week, staff and parents say.
Seattle Public Schools is circulating this notice sent to the Lafayette Elementary community, since it’s of potential wider interest to neighbors as well as nearby businesses and their customers who might see the crews:
This summer, Lafayette Elementary School will undergo construction improvements including seismic, sprinkler, and HVAC upgrades that were already planned as regular maintenance.
Included in the upgrades, is replacing the existing boiler and associated piping. Asbestos abatement of insulation materials will be required prior to removal of the various mechanical components. The abatement, or removal process, is a monitored process to safely remove or handle any asbestos that may be in our older buildings in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Due to the limited number of work days this summer, and the time required for removal and replacement of the various mechanical systems, asbestos abatement activities are scheduled to begin on Monday, May 17. The abatement activity will be confined within the Boiler Room and associated sub-surface utilidor tunnels. Work will only take place during non-school hours and in areas where no students have access to.
SPS has hired an independent third-party environmental consulting firm, NOVO Laboratory and Consulting Services, who are certified to oversee this work and will ensure the work is being performed safely and in compliance with the project manual as well as all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Questions? Capital projects manager Tom Gut is the contact at twgut@seattleschools.org.
We continue spotlighting school (and other) fundraisers – here’s one from the Lafayette Elementary PTA:
Treat the special someone in your life to a beautiful Mother’s Day flower bouquet from a local farmer. In addition to helping a local flower grower, a portion of your purchase will support Lafayette Elementary PTA. For every bouquet sold, $5 will be donated back to school. For this fundraiser, we have partnered with a local Title 1 school and will be sharing our fundraising from this event.
Pick up location: 4224 Beach Drive SW. NO-CONTACT PICKUP.
PLACE YOUR ORDER BY THURSDAY, MAY 6, 3:30 pm.
PICK UP SUNDAY, MAY 9, 8:30-9:30 am
Dream Dinners (WSB sponsor) describes itself as “the original meal kit” – they do the prep, you do the final step – curbside pickup and cooking (or freezing) at home – and dinner’s on the table when you’re ready. They’re partnering with the Lafayette Elementary PTA for a fundraiser, and advance orders are open now – you order three ready-to-cook family-size dinners for $50, and $10 of that gets donated. This fundraiser has three times you can choose from for curbside pickup of your three dinners – 6:30-7:30 pm April 28th or 29th, or 10:30-11:30 am May 1st, at Dream Dinners-West Seattle (on the outer east side of Jefferson Square, 4701 41st SW). To see your menu choices and place orders, go here for April 28th, go here for April 29th, or go here for May 1st. The PTA has a matching donor for whatever money is raised from this, so that’s an extra stretch for your donation!
Please consider supporting a local bookstore and the students of Lafayette Elementary School by shopping at Paper Boat Booksellers from 3/2/2021-3/7/2021! Mention Lafayette at checkout and Lafayette PTA will earn 20% of sales. Funds raised will go towards the purchase of new library books.
Tuesday-Saturday 11 am-6 pm
Sunday 11 am-5 pm* 8 CUSTOMERS ALLOWED IN THE STORE AT A TIME * 30 MINUTE LIMIT * PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK * SANITIZE HANDS BEFORE SHOPPING * 6 FT. APART AT ALL TIMES *
To place an order, please call: 206-743-8283, email: bookorders@paperboatbooksellers.com or visit them inside the shop!
October 15, 10:30 AM-10 PM, Dine Out/Take Fundraiser at Mod Pizza for Lafayette Elementary.
You can participate in this fundraiser by:Take out
Delivery
Pick upTo place your order visit MOD Pizza’s online order website. Use the promo code of “GR159158L” and 20% of your meal’s price will be donated back to Lafayette Elementary School PTA.
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