Lafayette Kid News

Our idea is to create a quarterly newspaper written entirely by kids in Lafayette, for kids in Lafayette, ages 7–12. This newspaper will provide a fun and creative platform where children can share their voices, showcase their talents, and contribute to their community. Each issue will feature sections like Kid of the Quarter, puzzles and games, jokes, trivia, local sports and arts highlights, local history, an art gallery, and a community calendar of kid-friendly activities. By putting kids in charge of the content, the newspaper will reflect the true creativity, interests, and ideas of Lafayette’s youth.

This is a good idea because kids in our community do not currently have a regular outlet where they can publish their work or highlight the achievements of their peers. Most local media is geared toward adults, leaving children without a place to be recognized or to connect with each other through writing, art, and shared experiences. Our newspaper fills this gap by giving young people a chance to take ownership, practice teamwork, and learn valuable skills in writing, art, communication, and leadership. It also builds pride and confidence by showing kids that their voices matter.

This project benefits the Lafayette community by creating something meaningful for kids and families to enjoy together. It provides children with opportunities to be seen, heard, and celebrated, while also helping them connect with their city in new ways. Parents and families will get to see the world from their children’s perspective, and local schools and organizations will have a new tool to highlight and encourage student achievements. In short, the kids’ newspaper will strengthen community pride, inspire creativity, and bring families closer together—all through the voices of Lafayette’s youngest citizens.