The Absolute Audacity of Lafayette PD

The “Respect for Law” program, a collaboration between the Lafayette Breakfast Optimist Club and Miami Elementary School’s 4th grade teachers, gave students the opportunity to showcase their writing skills and thoughts on the importance of law and respect. This year, 45 students participated, with essays carefully reviewed by a Lafayette Breakfast Optimist Club member. The top ten were then evaluated by LPD Resource Officer Mark Roberts, who selected the top three winners.

All students were recognized with certificates, and the top three winners were honored at a special recognition breakfast at The Downtowner Restaurant on April 2. The recognition breakfast was a special moment to celebrate these young writers’ hard work and dedication. Chief Scott Galloway commended winners Gracelynn and Brooklynne (and Kayson who was not able to attend) on their thoughtful perspectives, while Mayor Tony Roswarski congratulated them and presented certificates for summer fun at Tropicanoe Cove, Columbian Park Zoo, the train, and pedal boat rides. A heartfelt thank you to the Lafayette Breakfast Optimist Club for their continued support of this program and for encouraging students to think critically and express themselves through writing. Their achievements reflect the bright future ahead for these students, and we applaud their efforts! 🎉👏