

Welcome to Lafayette Elementary School PTA
Founded in 1893, Lafayette Elementary School in West Seattle provides a high-quality education to PreK - 5th Grade students. Our engaged Parent-Teacher Association is dedicated to enhancing academic success, supporting student enrichment experiences, and fostering a strong, connected community through active parent involvement.
The mission of the Lafayette PTA is to “support the school’s academic success and enrich the student experience while building a strong community.”
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Lafayette Leopards show respect, make good decisions and solve problems.
Lafayette PTA has secured discounted rates for some upcoming Seattle area events, including Mariners, Sounders, Seattle Rugby, Cirque du Soleil, and Storm! Join your fellow Leopards and buy your tickets today!
Join us on the evening of April 26th, 2025, for "One Short Night in the Emerald City," at the SSC Brockey Center for our Annual Auction & Gala! Doors open at 5pm. This evening will be a celebration of Lafayette Elementary families and community members coming together to support the Lafayette PTA. This year’s event will feature an amazing dinner and drinks, silent + live auctions, and a fantastic post-event party featuring live music and karaoke by Rock Bot!
Congratulations to Lafayette artists: Remi Adams, Dylan Eakes, Josie Hereth, Berkeley Hanna, Henry Kusowski, Robin Leon, Keira Malone, Francis Meredith, Emily Mollicone, Caroline Tiger-Gross, Letizia Warner, and Lily Wolin on their Reflections submissions! We appreciate all of the submissions this year!
Join us on the evening of April 26th, 2025, for "One Short Night in the Emerald City," at the SSC Brockey Center for our Annual Auction & Gala! Doors open at 5pm. This evening will be a celebration of Lafayette Elementary families and community members coming together to support the Lafayette PTA. This year’s event will feature an amazing dinner and drinks, silent + live auctions, and a fantastic post-event party featuring live music and karaoke by Rock Bot!
This year's Winter Enrichment Session will run from January 21 - March 20; no classes during midwinter break. The full list/descriptions of upcoming classes are already posted!
Enrichment Enrollment begins at 7pm on January 9th and closes on January 17th. Register early to reserve your spot!
We are still searching for parents interested in coaching and volunteering for Ultimate. We had a third-grade team last year but are planning to expand to have a third, fourth, and fifth grade team. We are aware of considerable interest this year and are looking for additional coaches.
