Welcome Back!

What a fabulous first day of school!  I want to sincerely thank you all for all of the warm welcome wishes to Loyola.  You have made me “right at home.”

Dogs on Campus:

A reminder that no dogs are allowed on campus during school hours. This includes drop off and pick up. You may bring your dog on a leash, but must remain in the parking lot or drive through area.

Yesterday was such an exciting day for our students and staff as we had an incredible day getting to know your children.  There is nothing like a campus full of smiling faces!

Today we gathered in the Multi giving me the opportunity to share a bit about myself with your children.  It was a blast!  

We also discussed our Behavior Expectations for students- Using “The Golden Rule, Responsibility and Respect”.  We will continue to use this matrix and soon posters will be popping up all over campus to help remind students.  As I explained it to students today, these expectations are designed to keep them safe, both physically safe and socially/emotionally safe.  In the coming weeks, we will provide instruction for students on these behavioral expectations.  Research shows that common language and expectations create an environment for children that is consistent and predictable which leads to compliance and overall safety.

Arrival Procedures

Students should arrive no earlier than 8:10 am.  The first bell rings at 8:10 am which signals students are permitted to enter the campus.  All of this allows for proper supervision and safety.  Thank you.

Back to School Night

This year, Back to School Night is Thursday, September 6th.  Here is the schedule for the evening…

 6:00-6:45 pm   Grades (TK-3) and Upper Grade SDC (4-6)

6:45-7:00 pm   General session for all on blacktop

7:00-7:45 pm   Upper grades (4-6) and Primary SDC (1-3)

 Reminder: This event is for adults only.  Looking forward to seeing you all!

Lunch Volunteers and Parking Lot Volunteers

We still in need of Lunch Servers and Parking Lot Volunteers.  Please consider offering your time to help us out.  Many hands make light work!

Become a LIVING CLASSROOM docent... share your love of nature with kids!

Do you like connecting kids with nature and teaching them where our food comes from?  Want to make a difference for our planet and promote environmental stewardship?  If so, please consider becoming a Living Classroom docent!  Living Classroom is looking for docents to help deliver hands-on garden-based lessons to the students of the Los Altos School District.  No experience necessary as we provide all the training needed!  Our Docent Training will take place at the Los Altos School District iLearn Studio on Monday mornings from 9-Noon starting September 10th (apprentice-style training also available for those who cannot attend Monday morning trainings).  Want to learn more about our program?  Please consider attending our upcoming Informational Meeting from 10-11am on Monday 8/27 at the LASD iLearn Studio located at 201 Covington Road, Los Altos.  Please spread the word and bring a friend!  Click HERE to view our docent training flyer.  Questions? Email us at livingclassroom@lasdschools.org or call (650) 947-1103.  For more information about Living Classroom, please visit our website at www.living-classroom.org

Richard Julian, Principal