The 2026-2027 school year is off to a smooth start. And this year is extra special! This year marks the 20th anniversary of the West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation! Twenty years of growth, energy and supporting West Lafayette teachers and students as they pursue their educational goals.
Wondering what’s new? So glad you asked! In this e-newsletter, you can read about:
- Alumni Homecoming Tailgate on Friday, Sept. 18;
- Honors for West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School;
- School supply drive update;
- WLSEF Board updates;
- Recent class reunions;
- And be sure to visit wlsef.org to learn about the many other exciting initiatives of your West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation!
2026 West Lafayette Alumni Homecoming Tailgate
West Lafayette alumni and their family members are invited to the 2026 Homecoming Tailgate,
Friday, September 18.
Visit with fellow alumni & enjoy a free picnic dinner.
Cumberland Park Pavilion | 5:30-7:00pm
West Lafayette vs Logansport Football
Gordon Straley Field | 7:30pm
Tickets available at the gate.
Alumni are invited to walk the track – Alumni Walk – between the first and second quarters of the football game.
Honors for West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School
West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School is, once again, recognized as a top performer in the State in the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report rankings.
With an overall score of 99.05/100, the school continues as the little school doing big things for students! Results like this only happen with incredible support from our families and community and shining dedication from students and staff.
#1 in Lafayette, IN Metro Area High Schools
#2 in Indiana High Schools
#91 in STEM High Schools Nationally
#170 in High Schools Nationally
Congratulations to all for working so hard and earning this amazing recognition! Red Devil Pride shining brightly!
#RedDevilsGAVEBack: 2026 School Supply Drive Update
A huge thank you to all who sent in school supplies from the Amazon Wishlist! The list was compiled by school staff and items were distributed through the WLHS School Counseling office, equipping students to start the year with backpacks, notebooks, binders, calculators and more.
Did you miss the opportunity to purchase supplies? You can still contribute through the RDP Gear Fund. This fund is used to assist students with individual needs throughout the school year. Several student clubs hold fundraisers and contribute to the RDP Gear Fund as a way to support their classmates. You can use the link below to make a secure gift online and note “RDP Gear Fund” in the comment box.
Thank you for helping us to equip our amazing West Lafayette students so they are ready to learn!
WLSEF Board Welcomes New Members
The West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation Board recently welcomed new members, and thanked outgoing board members.
Those joining the board include Cezanne Elias and Charlotte Strickler. Both are parents of current West Lafayette students and bring lots of volunteer experience to the board. Also, WLCSC School Board member Laurence Wang recently joined the Foundation board as the school board representative.
The board is grateful for the service of outgoing board member Jennifer Rider. Her service may be over but she leaves her mark on the Foundation, having developed the WLSEF brand guide and many marketing materials. The board is also grateful for Rachel Witt ’88 for her dedication as the outgoing WLCSC School Board representative.
Thank you to all who serve as leaders in the West Lafayette school community!
Alumni Return to West Lafayette
It’s been a busy summer of welcoming West Lafayette alumni back to town for their class reunions. And we’re looking forward to hosting two more in September! It’s a privilege to walk down memory lane with both Red Devils and River Rats. Please keep in touch and let us know how the Alumni Association can assist with your class reunion planning. And don’t forget to submit a class note for the winter issue of the Devil’s Advocate newsletter!
Upcoming Events
- September 18, 2026 | Homecoming and Alumni Tailgate
- September 18-20, 2026 | Class of 1976 Reunion
- September 18-19, 2026 | Class of 2006 Reunion
- October 29, 2026 | WLCSC Retirees Luncheon
- April 8-9, 2027 | Wall of Pride events
- May 24, 2027 | Scholarship Program and Reception
- August 14, 2027 | Scarlet & Gray Dinner and Auction
Keep in touch!
Planning a class reunion? Receive a job promotion? Win an award or receive recognition? Share your news with your alma mater! The West Lafayette Alumni Association would love to share your news in the Devil’s Advocate newsletter. Visit the West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation website and submit your update today!
Want to help?
Get involved today with a donation to WLSEF!