29 May 2026

Summer School Information

We are so excited to see so many students enrolled in our 2026 summer school program! Please take the time to read ALL the information below:

Summer Clothing: There are no school uniforms during the summer school program. Students should wear school-appropriate, comfortable play clothes and closed-toe shoes each day. No flip-flops or Crocs! Sunscreen should be applied each morning at home as students will be outside for recess every day.

Summer School Dates: Monday June 8 to Wednesday, July 8. No school or Upper Room on June 19 or July 3. 

Campus Hours: 

• Armour: 8 am to 3 pm, doors open at 7:45 am. Students must be off campus/picked up by 3:15 pm. 
• Cherry & Oak: 8:15 am to 3:15 pm, doors open at 7:45 am. Students must be picked up by 3:30 pm (unless signed up for Upper Room or bus service). Click here to sign up for Upper Room after-school care. 

Arrival & Dismissal Information: Click on your campus name to read their arrival and dismissal protocols: Armour - Cherry - Oak. Dismissal tip: if your student is not a bus rider, please tell them how they will get home daily (car rider, walk-up, or independent walker for 4th-8th graders with permission to walk). Please notify the front desk of any changes by noon that day. 

Permission to Walk: Only 4th and 5th graders are allowed to walk home alone after school. K-3 students may walk if accompanied by a sibling grade 4 and up. If your K-3 student needs to walk home alone or with an older sibling, please fill out this form and return to your building manager:

• Armour: jcalderon@academielafayette.org
• Cherry: dcoates@academielafayette.org
• Oak: cpeeler@academielafayette.org

Additional Documents

K-8 school supply list | Student handbook | Nut-free snacks | Snack policy

Questions? Email summerschool@academielafayette.org, or join our private Facebook group. 

Summer school teacher assignments and the field trip schedule will be sent next week. Our team looks forward to a great summer with your child! If your student will no longer be attending summer school, please let us know as soon as you are able: summerschool@academielafayette.org.

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K & 1st New Parent Orientation

New kindergarten and 1st grade families are invited to join us for Parent Orientation on Wednesday, June 3, from 6:00–7:00 pm.

During the evening, we will share more about our immersion program, introduce key staff members, and review important back-to-school information, including transportation, schedules, arrival and dismissal procedures, and expectations for the first days of school.

This event is intended primarily for parents and guardians; however, summer school aides will be available to supervise children on the playground for families who need to bring them along during the orientation.

Please attend at your designated campus:

• Cherry campus: 3421 Cherry Street
• Oak campus: 6903 Oak Street

Questions? Please contact enrollment@academielafayette.org. We look forward to seeing you there!

Extra K-8 Yearbooks Now Available

Extra K-8 softcover yearbooks are now available for sale at each campus front office for $20 each. Yearbooks will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring exact cash amount or a check made out to Académie Lafayette, memo line: K-8 yearbook.

Parents vs. Teachers Soccer Game

We are excited to announce our upcoming Parents vs. Teachers soccer game! The event will take place at 3 pm on June 2nd on the Oak field. This is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together for a fun and friendly competition.

We are looking for enthusiastic parents to join the "Parents Team." Whether you are an experienced player or just want to have some fun on the field, we would love to have you!

Please click here to sign-up form and add your name to the roster.

We look forward to seeing you on the field at Oak for a great afternoon of soccer!

ALIHS Graduation Picture Ordering Info - CORRECTED

Click here to view and order pictures of the 2026 ALIHS graduation. You can use code FM502728.

GreenAL Plant Swap

Community Parties: Tickets Still Available

There are still tickets left for our tried and true Shrimp Boil as well as our newly added Touchdowns and Tailgates Evening in Paris Community Parties! Whether you are coming for the amazing food, fun atmosphere, or a chance to connect with fellow families and supporters, we would love to have you join us for two unforgettable evenings. Grab your tickets before they are gone!

Purchase Shrimp Boil tickets | Purchase Touchdowns and Tailgates tickets

Upper Room K-5 Summer School Program Enrollment

The Upper Room summer after-school program will run from June 8 through July 8. For returning families, there is no need to complete a new application—simply let us know

if your child will be attending this summer.

For incoming Kindergarten students and all new students, a completed application is

required to enroll. Please click here to access the enrollment packet. All required forms must be completed and submitted before your child can begin the

program. We look forward to a great summer!

Questions? Contact Kesha Williams, kwilliams@upperroomkc.org.

Host Families Needed

Become a host family for a 26-27 French intern! A private room and meals when you are together are the only requirements. Sign up today for a family experience you will treasure! For details please contact:

• Oak: Crista Peeler, cpeeler@academielafayette.org
• Cherry: Danielle Coates, dcoates@academielafayette.org
• Armour: Contact the campus closest to your home

As of today, only 2 host families have been secured for Cherry, and 5 for Oak, so please inquire if your family is able to help host.

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