Lafayette School District  Volunteer Requirements for 2025-2026

The district uses "BE A MENTOR," an online portal, to streamline and track volunteer screening.

All volunteers will be required to have TB Screening Clearance AND Live Scan Fingerprinting documentation on file in the Be A Mentor system.  

Volunteer fieldtrip drivers will also need to upload their Driver's License and Declaration of Auto Insurance.

For instructions on creating or updating your account on the Be A Mentor Website and other common questions, refer to the "Volunteer Requirements" link in the left-hand side menu.

Understanding the Importance of Local Support for Our Schools

In September, our Superintendent Brent Stephens and LPIE Executive Director Danielle Gallagher hosted an informative presentation on how our Lafayette schools are funded and the vital role local support plays in sustaining the high-quality education we all value. For those who couldn’t attend, here are some key highlights:

• School Funding Basics:
  Our public schools rely heavily on both state funding and local support—such as LPIE contributions and parcel taxes—to bridge the gap. State funding alone isn’t enough to meet the needs of our schools, so local support is critical to maintaining the level of education we expect for our students.
• The Impact of LPIE:
  LPIE plays a pivotal role by funding essential programs like STEM, music, art, instructional aides, counseling services, and much more—programs that wouldn’t exist without our community’s financial involvement.

How You Can Make a Difference:
There are several ways to support our schools—whether it’s through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word about LPIE’s mission. Every contribution counts!  Together, we can continue to uphold the standard of excellence in our public education system.  To view the presentation slides please click here: Presentation Link.

Learn More About LPIE Here