Loretto Elementary

A token of thanks, simple and bright, For teachers who guide us day and night. A gift card, small yet full of grace, To brighten their day, to lift their space. With hearts full of thanks, we send this gift, For all the ways they help us lift. A small gesture, but heartfelt and true, To show how much we appreciate you. Please make sure to send in your gift cards for Super Staff Day!! Let's show our teachers how much we appreciate and love them!!!

Mrs. Napolitan's story is now LIVE. Mrs. Napolitan ability to inspire and motivate students to reach their full potential is truly remarkable. We are so proud of you, Mrs. Napolitan! Here are the links to the posts: X (Twitter): https://x.com/DuvalSchoolsHr/status/1888953224025035228 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DF5RmSczNeO/ Facebook: https://fb.watch/xFMyUwSmFb/

Your Loretto Safety Patrols will be selling Valentine's Grams Feb 10-14! These will be Ring Pops the whole week for $1 ea. Just like Boo Grams, we will have collection points at the bus loop for completed grams and cash. There will also be a table set up in the main car loop to fill out grams and submit cash. Let's show some *LOVE* and help the Patrols get one step closer to reaching their fundraising goal for Washington DC!

Let's show our teachers some love!!! Monday- Bring your teacher a flower or homemade card Tuesday-Bring your teacher a sweet snack! Wednesday- Bring your teacher a fun pen or school supplies! Thursday- Super Staff Day! (Wear your Class Shirt)

Spring Picture Day and Class Pictures are coming February 27, 2025. Pre-order on mylifetouch.com using your Student ID or Picture Day ID: Spring Picture Day ID: EVTVK8HSJ Class Picture ID: EVTVM4TSX

A Heartfelt Thanks To teachers, staff, both kind and true, We’re so grateful for all you do. With every lesson, every smile, You make our journey worth the while. Your care and wisdom light our way, And in our hearts, you'll always stay.

Garden Club update: Junior gardeners planted vegetable seeds this week. These will grow under the sun lamp until big enough for our garden. Examples of what they chose are: cucumbers, lettuce, carrots, onion, broccoli, and squash. We will have a salad from our garden when they are ready to eat. Yummy!!!!

💘 Happy Valentine's Day! 💘 Your Loretto Safety Patrols will be selling Valentine's Grams Feb 10-14! These will be Ring Pops the whole week for $1 ea. Just like Boo Grams, we will have collection points at the bus loop for completed grams and cash. There will also be a table set up in the main car loop to fill out grams and submit cash. Let's show some *LOVE* and help the Patrols get one step closer to reaching their fundraising goal for Washington DC! Thank you! *We have attached the copy of the candy gram sheets if you want to print your own.

Don’t miss the UNF Physical Sciences Open House, this Saturday, February 8th from noon to 3 pm in the Science and Engineering Building (#50). Explore the wonders of science! Faculty and students from the Department of Physics, and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, will host tours and hands-on demos. Learn about our cutting-edge research labs, create lightning, view solar flares, and enjoy a frosty treat made with liquid nitrogen. There are fun, educational activities for all ages to enjoy. Free parking is available next to the building in the Arena garage. More details here: https://www.unf.edu/coas/physics/open-house.html

Once I read a book about glue......I couldn't put it down! Ba dum ching!! Mark your calendars for All Pro Dads this Friday, February 7, 2025 at 7:45 AM..... Make sure to RSVP! Can't wait to see everyone there!

Don't wait! Buy your yearbook today for $35. Order online at ybpay.com using Yearbook Id code 15315925 by April 4, 2025.

Loretto Families, Please take a moment to check out the February Parent Newsletter! It has lots of different information and events taking place during the month of February! https://secure.smore.com/n/835ne

Know a great teacher who deserves some recognition? Nominate a teacher today for the Gladys Prior Award. Learn more: https://www.unf.edu/coehs/scholarships/gladys-prior-awards.html

Don't forget today is EARLY RELEASE DAY!!! Gates Open: 12:25 Dismissal Starts: 12:35 Kindergarten Walkers Dismissed: 12:55 1st Grade Walkers Dismissed: 1:00 2nd-5th Grade Walkers Dismissed 1:05 Carline ends at 1:08 SHARP!!!

It's Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night to support our Safety Patrols! Join us tonight from 6:00 am - 8:00 pm at Chick-Fil-A South Mandarin (11709 San Jose Blvd). It is drive-thru only and you must mention Loretto Safety Patrols when you place your order. Loretto Elementary Safety Patrols will keep 20% towards their trip to Washinton, D.C.

It's Literacy Week and Friday will be our Vocabulary Parade at 9:00 a.m. We're very excited to see all the costumes! Here are some tips to get ready: 1. Think of a "juicy" word that would have an interesting costume design. 2. Use items from around your home such as boxes, posterboard, aluminum foil, etc. 3. Make a card with your word written in very large print so everyone can see it. 4. Wear your costume to school on Friday! Parents, you are welcome to wait in front of the school in the bus loop area to join in the celebration.

Loretto Families, the district remains in direct contact with the Jacksonville Emergency Management team regarding the potential for dangerous winter weather coming into our area. Given the possibility for unsafe conditions, DCPS will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

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Please join us for a Celebration of Life in honor of Dawn Bickerstaff. Her family warmly invites all who loved her to come together and celebrate the beautiful impact she had on her students, their families, and everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her kindness, dedication, and love will never be forgotten.