The
Lafayette School Corporation family shares a vision of creating a
culture that nurtures the promise of our children. Supporting
this vision Lafayette School Corporation offers our students:
Rich Curriculum
LSC offers a unique and varied curriculum to prepare students for the 21st Century. These class offerings include:
Astronomy
Science Research
Zoology
Computer Programming
Chinese
Japanese
Russian
Radio/TV
Project Lead the Way
Advanced Art Classes
Challenge and GT Classes K - 12
Music Theory and Composition
Exceptional Staff
The
faculty of the school district are exceptionally well educated and
dedicated to teaching and learning. The staff includes recipients of the
Presidential Math and Science and Golden Apple awards. Several LSC
educators have earned doctoral degrees with the majority of our
educators holding masters in education.
Extraordinary Opportunities
Opportunities
unique to LSC students abound for students inside the classroom by
participating in renowned music programs, theater, newspaper,
yearbook, and Radio and TV. In addition, numerous extra-curricular
activities such as Robotics, Supermileage, athletics, and many more
prepare students for careers and good citizenship. Opportunities
include:
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State acclaimed Jr. High and High School Concert and Show Choirs
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Award winning Jr. High and High School Marching and Concert Bands
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Over 25 Highly Competitive Jr. High and High School Athletic Programs
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Nationally Recognized Student Newspaper and Yearbook
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WJEF, student directed Radio and TV station
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State ranked First Robotics and Supermileage Teams
Tradition of Excellence
LSC
students enjoy a proud tradition of success with participation in award
winning student organizations. Jefferson high school has twice been
named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
LSC Students consistently win top honors at:
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State and Regional Science Fairs
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State and National Art Competitions
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State Music Competitions
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Sectional and Regional Athletics
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Student Newspaper and Yearbook Competitions
Modern Facilities
Jefferson
High School is home to two innovative facilities donated by alumni. The
newly constructed Rohrman Center for the Arts and Scheumann Stadium are
testimony to the pride felt by the Jefferson High School Alumni.
Renovation of Sunnyside Middle School boasts classrooms with the latest
technology for the corporation’s 5th and 6th graders. In addition, JHS is home to a planetarium visited by hundreds of students from around the county each year.
Great Students
The
diverse student body that comprises Lafayette School corporation excels
in academics, music, athletics, and many diverse interests. Our student
graduates pursue higher education at colleges like Purdue University,
Indiana University, Southern California University, Northwestern
University and other great colleges.
Accomplished Alumni
The
success of Lafayette Jefferson graduates is another proud tradition.
Graduates have made contributions as attorneys, engineers, medical
doctors, dentists, college professors, scientists, teachers, firemen,
police, entrepreneurs, performers, nurses, and a host of other
meaningful careers.