COMMITTEES

Committee Chairs/Coordinators work closely with the PTA Board, providing updates and information as needed to help the Board can make informed decisions when necessary. To join a committee and/or get more information, contact the Committee Chair directly.

Budget Committee: The Budget Committee meets regularly to make sure we are staying within budget.  In the Spring, the Committee works closely with School Administrators and the PTA Board to figure out the needs of the school, how to fund those needs.  Based on these needs, the Committee formulates a proposed budget for the Board to review and approve on how the fundraising dollars are allocated.  Join us if you are interested in being part of the decision-making process of how and what the PTA funds are allocated.   The proposed budget is presented to the PTA Board in April/May for review and voting and the Board presents the finalized budget to the general membership for approval in May.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee: We are connecting with each other, sharing resources, discussing ideas, and working to increase our community awareness of all populations and experiences at Lafayette. We would particularly welcome those who do not currently feel their voice is represented or is being heard. 

Enrichment Committee: Join us if you interested in being part of the decision-making process of what programs are offered in our Enrichment Program.

Events Committee: Events are what put the FUN into our school. The Back-to-School Get Together, the Family Dance, Winter Market, Skate Nights, Math and Reading Nights, Book Fairs…the opportunities to be involved here are endless. If you have an idea and the time to make it a reality, contact our Event Chairs!

Fundraising Committee: The Lafayette PTA currently has two main fundraising events each year, (1) Move-A-Thon (aka Walk-A-Thon), and (2) Live/Silent Auction.  Each of these events have their own committees.  Fundraising is integral to the PTA and how we fund programs, events, supplies, curriculum and more.  Join our fundraising committees, it truly takes a village to make these events successful.

Nominating Committee: This committee forms in the Spring to start recruiting YOU for the next school year’s PTA Board. Work with other parents and school administrators/representatives to be part of the decision-making process. Nominate someone, self-nominations are welcome!

Room Parent: Once Class/Teacher assignment postcards are mailed, it is a great time to think about being a Room Parent. Being a Room Parent/Classroom Helper is a wonderful way to get involved in your child’s school. Each class needs at least one Room Parent (more are welcome as many hands make light work) to assist the teacher and the PTA. Teacher needs vary but your duties may include maintaining a classroom email directory, arranging field trips, organizing parent assistance on special projects, coordinating Teacher Appreciation Week for your class, or planning a class party. “Room Parents” are also needed for Art, Music, PE and the Library. If you are interested or have questions about our Room Parent Program, please contact our Room Parent Coordinator!

Special Education Family Support Network: The Special Education Family Support Network is a volunteer school-based family support program made up of parents within our school with children in our Special Education program.  Our parent volunteer Special Education Parent Liaison will help to provide a ‘parent-oriented’ point of connection between schools, district, and PTA. Within the Lafayette community their overall role is to help support families, students, and staff within the special education program at Lafayette Elementary to create best outcomes for students.  If you would like to be added to the Special Education Family Support Network or have questions, please contact us.