Lafayette Preparatory Academy

Lafayette Preparatory Academy Lafayette Preparatory Academy is a free, public, charter school located in Lafayette Square in STL. We encourage curiosity and thrive from challenge.

Mission
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is a community that prepares all students for academic and collegiate success and equips them to enter the world as active, responsible, and involved citizens and leaders. Vision
We believe all of our students can and will achieve ambitious academic and personal outcomes. Staff and parents collaborate to create a learning community that helps all students iden

tify their interests and promote their strengths. In this joyful and intentionally diverse atmosphere, students will feel developed and cared for as people and will become responsible problem-solvers, communicators, teammates and leaders.

Once a lion, always a lion! Alumna Ella Brown (LPA '26) visited Student Council to talk campaign strategy, confidence, a...
09/02/2026

Once a lion, always a lion!

Alumna Ella Brown (LPA '26) visited Student Council to talk campaign strategy, confidence, and why running for office is such an incredible experience.

Now a freshman at Nerinx Hall, Ella is practicing what she preaches and planning her own run for Nerinx Student Council!

There’s only one way to end the first full week of school, and that is with an assembly!Today, our elementary school hos...
08/28/2026

There’s only one way to end the first full week of school, and that is with an assembly!

Today, our elementary school hosted its first weekly assembly where students showed their school spirit and were acknowledged for their hard work throughout the week.

"Did we just become best friends?"Two weeks in: Academic routines are being laid, and friendships are being made! ...
08/27/2026

"Did we just become best friends?"

Two weeks in: Academic routines are being laid, and friendships are being made!

And just like that, the 2026–2027 school year is off and running!We had an incredible first day welcoming students and f...
08/21/2026

And just like that, the 2026–2027 school year is off and running!

We had an incredible first day welcoming students and families back to the halls and classrooms for Lafayette Prep Academy’s 14th year. Our Lion pride was on full display all across Lafayette Square.

Welcome back Lions!

Join us in welcoming our new faculty and staff members to Lafayette Prep Academy for the 2026–27 school year!Kristy Bayn...
08/19/2026

Join us in welcoming our new faculty and staff members to Lafayette Prep Academy for the 2026–27 school year!

Kristy Baynes – Third Grade Teacher

Xavier Blake – Building Sub.

Brandy Beanblossom – Music Teacher (K-5)

Brionna Peoples – Kindergarten Fellow

Janie Robinson – Kindergarten Fellow

Ty Waranimman – Special Education Teacher

Steven Wells - Art Teacher (K-5)

Kristen Young - Kindergarten Teacher

We are thrilled to welcome these exceptional educators to LPA. Their collective expertise and passion will play a vital role in moving our school community forward!

Join us in welcoming our new leadership team members to Lafayette Prep Academy for the 2026–27 school year!Eric Cooper –...
08/18/2026

Join us in welcoming our new leadership team members to Lafayette Prep Academy for the 2026–27 school year!

Eric Cooper – Director of Development and Communications

Tory Christian – Special Education Coordinator

Nakesia Daugherty – Instructional Coach

Dr. Matt Morris – Early Childhood Principal

Fallon MacNeil – Elementary School Dean

Saladin Smith – Middle School Dean

We are thrilled to welcome these exceptional educators to LPA. Their collective expertise and passion will play a vital role in moving our school community forward!

Early start, big steps! Today, incoming kindergarteners joined Leap Into Learning while rising 5th graders took part in ...
08/18/2026

Early start, big steps! Today, incoming kindergarteners joined Leap Into Learning while rising 5th graders took part in Jumpstart. Both programs give our students a head start so they will feel prepared and ready to roar on day one!

With the first day of school quickly approaching, the LPA community brought the lion energy back to the building with ou...
08/14/2026

With the first day of school quickly approaching, the LPA community brought the lion energy back to the building with our annual Back to School Night! LPA staff greeted new students and welcomed back returning families across two sessions packed with vital information for the 2026–2027 school year!

The Earth Club garden box is blooming! The cheery flowers have brightened our neighborhood and greet our staff every day...
07/02/2026

The Earth Club garden box is blooming! The cheery flowers have brightened our neighborhood and greet our staff every day. What nature have you been exploring this summer, Lions?

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates freedo...
06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

At LPA, we believe that learning about our nation’s history helps us build a more informed, compassionate, and inclusive future.

As we reflect on this important day, may we continue to learn, grow, and work together toward a brighter future for all.

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1900 Lafayette Avenue
St. Louis, MO
63104

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