Thank you to AR Constructive for joining us as a Platinum Business Partner!
We are so fortunate to work with Ari Erfani and his talented team to help bring programs and opportunities to every student in Lafayette public schools. Ari has even opened his beautiful home to host an event for us – a true testament to his generosity and support of our community.
AR Constructive guides clients through every step of the journey to their dream home — from dream, design, to build. Whether it’s a remodel, home addition, ADU, custom home, or commercial project, they deliver a superior and cost-effective experience every time.
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LAST CALL FOR GALA TICKETS! SALES CLOSE FEBRUARY 6TH
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DONATE OR PLEDGE BY FEB 1 TO BE INCLUDED WHEN WE “SHARE THE LOVE”
As February approaches, we are getting ready to “share the love” for our LPIE donors in a special Valentine’s Day recognition. If you would like your family to be included, there is still time.
Anyone who donates or pledges to LPIE by Sunday, Feb 1, will be listed in our published 2025–26 donor list which will be shared with the Lafayette community. Your donation or pledge directly supports electives, AP courses, classroom supplies across all disciplines, competitive academic clubs, and wellness programs that directly benefit students at Acalanes High School. Gifts are tax-deductible, and many employers match contributions. Thank you for helping our school community thrive.
To donate or pledge today, click HERE
LAST CALL FOR GALA TICKETS! SALES CLOSE FEBRUARY 6TH
To purchase tickets, click HERE
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Project LPIE 2026 is here! Open to all Acalanes High School students, this competition is an annual event that showcases our students for their project-based learning. Students compete in 15 categories that recognize students’ skills both within and outside the classroom. Awards in every category! Projects are due Thursday, Mar 5. Winners will be announced Friday Apr 10 at an Awards Reception. For more details visit: https://www.lpie.org/project–lpie–acalanes
LPIE is proud to announce a call for nominations for the Tom Mulvaney Legacy Award to honor those individuals, families, or businesses who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the LPIE mission.
Nominations are due by Thursday, Jan 22 at midnight. The winner will be announced Saturday, Mar 7, 2026. Questions? Contact office@lpie.org or (925) 299-1644.
Submit your nomination here.
DONATE TO LPIE TODAY – SHARE THE LOVE
As the new year begins, we invite you to consider making a donation or pledge to LPIE’s Annual Giving Campaign. Every gift, no matter the amount, helps fund the teachers, programs, and classroom experiences that support our students every day. Gifts are tax deductible, and many employers match contributions, doubling your impact.
When we “share the love” for our donors around Valentine’s Day, we would love to include your family. Anyone who donates or pledges by February 1 will be listed in our published 2025–26 donor list, shared with the Lafayette community. Thank you for supporting our teachers, our students, and our schools. Donate or pledge today at LPIE.org/donate
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Project LPIE 2026 is here! Open to all Acalanes High School students, this competition is an annual event that showcases our students for their project-based learning. Students compete in 15 categories that recognize students’ skills both within and outside the classroom. Awards in every category! Projects are due Thursday, Mar 5. Winners will be announced Friday Apr 10 at an Awards Reception. For more details visit: https://www.lpie.org/project–lpie–acalanes
LPIE is proud to announce a call for nominations for the Tom Mulvaney Legacy Award to honor those individuals, families, or businesses who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the LPIE mission.
Nominations are due by Thursday, Jan 22 at midnight. The winner will be announced Saturday, Mar 7, 2026. Questions? Contact office@lpie.org or (925) 299-1644.
Submit your nomination here.
LPIE IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE 2026-27 LPIE BOARD
LPIE board members work to fulfill our mission to support and enrich the education of every child in Lafayette’s public schools. Serving on the LPIE board is an excellent way to learn about what’s happening in our schools, to provide fresh ideas and viewpoints, and to do the critical work of raising money to support all six of Lafayette’s public schools. If you are interested in volunteering your time and sharing your talents, we want to hear from you!
In particular, we are seeking 1–3 volunteers to serve as our 2027 Gala Auction Chair(s)! If you like a good auction and enjoy finding unique and compelling items that help raise important funds for our schools, this role may be a great fit for you. To move forward with planning next year’s Gala and to set realistic fundraising goals for the 2026-27 school year, we need to have an Auction Chair in place by Feb 6.
Please contact LPIE’s Past President, Samantha Carter, at pastpresident@lpie.org, to submit your interest or ask any questions. Submissions are due by Feb 1, 2026.
Thank you for considering getting involved and supporting our schools!
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LPIE IS LOOKING FOR JUDGES FOR PROJECT LPIE
Project LPIE is an exciting, project-based competition featuring 15 categories designed to showcase student talent at Stanley Middle School and Acalanes High School. Judges are needed in the following categories: 2D Visual Art, 3D Fine Art/Applied Design, Acting, Creative Writing, Digital Design, Editorial Writing, Entrepreneurship, Instrumental Music (Solo and Group), Journalism, Photography, Science/Engineering/
This is a fantastic opportunity to provide feedback, guidance, and support to students in our community. If you are interested or know someone who might be interested in judging any of the listed categories, please email Colleen Byrd, LPIE Events Coordinator, at colleen@lpie.org.
Note that to maintain fairness and avoid conflicts of interest, judges may not evaluate submissions from students they know or from a school in which they currently have a child enrolled.
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LPIE Gala “Punchlines with Purpose” Tickets on Sale at 6:00am on Thursday, Nov 6!
For the first time ever, the LPIE Gala will feature a nationally acclaimed headliner—comedian Tom Papa, one of the top comedic voices in the country. With more than 20 years on stage and six stand-up specials—including his latest Netflix special Tom Papa: Home Free—Tom brings humor, heart, and perspective on life, family, and everything in between. His sharp wit and warmth have made him a favorite on Netflix, SiriusXM, and stages across the nation.
Get Your Tickets Now!
Funds raised through this event directly benefit our students by supporting exceptional programs in science, art, music, technology, electives, AP classes, and classroom support—programs that simply wouldn’t exist without community funding.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind night! Tables and tickets are limited, and this year’s event will sell out quickly.
LPIE
LPIE Gala “Punchlines with Purpose” Tickets on Sale at 6:00am on Thursday, Nov 6!
For the first time ever, the LPIE Gala will feature a nationally acclaimed headliner—comedian Tom Papa, one of the top comedic voices in the country. With more than 20 years on stage and six stand-up specials—including his latest Netflix special Tom Papa: Home Free—Tom brings humor, heart, and perspective on life, family, and everything in between. His sharp wit and warmth have made him a favorite on Netflix, SiriusXM, and stages across the nation.
Funds raised through this event directly benefit our students by supporting exceptional programs in science, art, music, technology, electives, AP classes, and classroom support—programs that simply wouldn’t exist without community funding.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind night! Tables and tickets are limited, and this year’s event will sell out quickly.
