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Loyola Roar: November 12, 2026

Posted Date: 11/12/26 (02:00 PM)

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Loyola Roar: November 12, 2026

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Rescheduled to November 20th

 
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Quick Dates

November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break
December 1: Make Up Picture Day
December 11: Winter Concert @ 1pm (4-6th grade)
December 21-January 1: Holiday Break (No School)
January 4: School Resumes
 

A Letter from the Principal

Dear Loyola Families,

As we move through November, we are taking time to reflect on the importance of gratitude, kindness, and honoring those who have made a difference in our lives and our country. This week, we will recognize Veterans Day and learn about the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of the men and women who have served our country. We are grateful for their service and for the freedoms we enjoy because of them. I encourage you to take a moment with your children to talk about Veterans Day and the importance of showing appreciation to those who serve.

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day – RESCHEDULED FOR NEXT FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH due to rain

Parent Coffee: K–5 Math
Please join us tomorrow from 8:45–10:00 a.m. in the Library for our Parent Coffee focused on K–5 Mathematics.  We hope you can join us!

A Look Inside K-5 Mathematics
What does math learning look like in our K–5 classrooms? Join us for a parent coffee to explore how students are building understanding, solving problems, and sharing their thinking. You’ll experience some of the math students are doing and learn how models, strategies, and classroom discussions help children become confident, flexible mathematical thinkers.

Illuminate LASD 2027 Has Launched!
We are excited to share that Illuminate LASD 2027 is officially underway! Illuminate provides students with an opportunity to explore their interests, pursue their curiosities, and share their learning and creativity with our community.

If your child is interested in participating, please complete the Intent Form by November 18 by visiting https://tinyurl.com/illuminateLASD.

We are looking forward to another wonderful year of student creativity, innovation, and learning!
As we continue our month of Gratitude, I want to share how grateful I am for our Loyola community. Thank you for the many ways you support our students, staff, and school. It is the little acts of kindness, encouragement, and connection that make Loyola such a special place to learn and grow.

Be Kind, Be Strong, Be Well! 💙🦁

Kelly Rafferty
Principal, Loyola Elementary
 

November is the Month of Gratitude

Gratitude is choosing to appreciate the people and things in our lives. We will call you up at the assembly  to honor you! 

  • Kindergarteners: Amit, Makeen, Jeremiah, Emilia, Kenzie
  • 1st grader: Heidi M.
  • 2nd grader: Ayaan
  • 3rd grader: Will P
 
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Fall fun at Loyola
 

PTA News

The Loyola PTA is proud to sponsor the spring musical, Seussical Jr! Registration opens tonight at 8 PM.  Spots fill up very quickly so sign up tonight if your student is very interested!  See the section entitled “Seussical Jr” for more details.

The LASD Art Showcase is coming up next week on Wednesday, November 18, 5-7 PM at Covington Elementary School (205 Covington Road).  Volunteers from each LASD school have been requested to help tag and mount the artwork on November 12 and 13, set-up for the event on November 18, and clean-up after the showcase on November 19.  Please consider helping if you are able, especially if your child is participating.  Sign up HERE to volunteer! 

Leave your mark at Loyola one brick at a time!  Loyola’s Buy-A-Brick Program is a wonderful opportunity for families to celebrate their connection to our school while leaving a meaningful mark on our campus. Whether you choose to honor your family, celebrate your child’s time at Loyola, or share a special message, your personalized brick will become a lasting part of our school courtyard.  For $200, each brick includes a custom laser-engraved inscription and installation. A portion of every purchase also goes toward supporting the Loyola PTA, making your contribution even more meaningful!  Complete the Buy-A-Brick order form HERE today!  Please contact Mary Erginsoy (maryerginsoy@gmail.com) with questions. 

Mark your calendars!  
  • Our next PTA General Association meeting will be on Friday, December 4 at 8:45 AM in the Loyola library. 
  • Live Auction will take place on Saturday, February 27, 5-10 PM at The Sea by Alexander’s Steakhouse.  

Have a great weekend!

Liz Hwang
PTA President
Mom of Benji Leung (4th) and Samara (7th)
 
Loyola’s spring musical, Seussical JR.!, 
Sign-Ups tonight at 8pm

Look for a message through ParentSquare with all the details.
 
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Our Young Artists Are Taking Center Stage 
Come visit the LASD Art Showcase at Covington Elementary on November 18th from 5–7 p.m. Explore student artwork, try hands-on tables, and see the Gallery 9 exhibition. Let’s support LASD's young artists!

Los Altos Educational Foundation

Get ready to see the multi transformed into a gallery! Join us on November 18 at Covington Elementary from 5:00 - 7:00 pm for the annual LASD Art Showcase. Let’s celebrate our students’ creativity together. 

From colorful paintings and bold prints to textured collages and clay creations, there’s something from every grade, TK through 8th. It’s a great chance to wander and admire your student’s artwork alongside others. 

And this year, there’s a little mystery in the mix! LAEF is bringing a fun scavenger hunt to the showcase, with a chance to win exciting prizes.
From the Art Docents program in our elementary schools to art electives in junior high, our students learn about art appreciation as well as art elements, techniques, and so much more. And your donations to LAEF help fund it all. Thank you for supporting art education for all LASD students. 

See you at the showcase!

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ILLUMINATE LASD

What happens when students lead their own learning and dive deeply into a question that matters to them, and share their voices in powerful ways? Illuminate LASD invites students to become experts, innovators, and change-makers. Whether it’s researching a topic they’re passionate about, solving a problem that inspires them, or creating something to make an impact, students will share the artifacts that highlight the learning process. From TK to 8th grade, Illuminate LASD invites students to share what they now know and can do by sharing the process and products of their learning on Friday, February 26th from 4:00PM - 7:00PM. 

Register today to participate and submit an Intent Form by November 18th by visiting https://tinyurl.com/illuminateLASD. We invite you to share in this experience that connects student curiosity, creativity, and agency!
 

From ACS

Outlet, a program of Adolescent Counseling Services, is excited to announce a new youth group and drop-in space for LGBTQ+ youth ages 10–15. This is a safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ youth to find queer community and connect with peers, facilitated by Outlet staff.

  • The group will be hosted every first and third Monday of the month from 4:30–6:00 PM.
  • All group sessions will be held in person at the Downtown Redwood City Library.
  • The group is completely free, and folks can join at any time.
  • Activities such as bracelet making, button making, and other crafts will be provided.

Interested in joining? 
Please complete this form. After filling out the sign-up form, an Outlet staff member will email you to confirm and share our group community agreements. 
 
Make Kindness Normal

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