About me
Dr. Lafayette-Lause serves as the Director of GSRP, Early Childhood Special Education, and Family Services at the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP). Prior to her role at MiLEAP, Dr. Lafayette-Lause served in several high-profile educational roles in her home state of Michigan, including Executive Director of Early Childhood at WRESA, Executive Director of Instructional Equity for Detroit Public Schools and Executive Director of PreK - 12th Grade Instruction for Romulus Community Schools. Throughout her career, Dr. Lafayette-Lause has been a leader in Southeast Michigan and across the state in developing and implementing restorative practices; diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts; and culturally responsive teaching.