
Why do Dads take an extra pair of socks golfing with them?
In case the get a Hole-In-One....HAHA!!
Don't forget to join us tomorrow for All Pro Dads...who knows...you might get some more awesome jokes too!


Good morning! Our Character Day Parade will begin at 9:00 am on Thursday, Oct. 31st. Parents can park at Hopewell Church or in visitor parking. The gates will remain closed. Parents will wait out in front of the school for the parade to pass in front of the school. Students will exit out of the gate on the right and enter through the main office area so please keep those walkways clear.


October 31st is Character Parade Day - Dress as your favorite book character. Making good choices builds character!


Don't be too ghoul for school.... make sure to grab some Boo Grams and show someone how fang-tastic you think they are!
Patrols will be selling them until Friday!

October 30th is Loretto Elementary Spirit Day - Team Loretto teams up against drugs. Wear your spirit gear.


Do you have a veteran in your family that you'd like to showcase in our Hall of Heroes?
Make a poster Representing YOUR veteran! Be sure to include the following:
-Picture and Name of your Veteran
-Branch of Military
-Years of Service
-Special Facts, Awards, or places they traveled to
-Your name and grade
Turn in your poster by 11/6!
Make sure to RSVP
http://forms.office.com/r/n0hzL6dd5V


October 29th is Wear Red Day - Wear Red to send a message.


October 28th is Our Future is Bright Day - wear sunglasses and a college shirt to show your commitment to never do drugs.


Veterans Day is November 11th! We would love to be able to show our appreciation to our Military Heroes. Have your students write letters, draw pictures, and make cards and bring them into your teacher by 11/6.


Congratulations to Loretto Elementary School Related Employee of the Year Mrs. Angelique Deciuceis!


October 25th is PJ Day - Follow your dreams, not drugs! Wear your PJs to school.


It has been brought to our attention that the technology number says to call the school. Here is all the information we currently have:
Pickup: Every Tuesday from 8:00 AM t0 4:00 PM
Where: 4075 Boulevard Center Drive Jacksonville FL 32207
Dates: November 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th and December 3rd, 10th, & 19th

Loretto Owls,
Does your student need a laptop to use at home to help with Blended Learning and Homework? If so, DCPS is issuing free laptops to all students. Please see attached picture for details. For additional support, please contact the Technology Service Desk at (904) 348-5200.


October 24th is Tie Dye day - Stay colorful and say no to drugs. Wear tie dye!


Garden Club members are currently working to prepare the beds for new plants. Garden club meets after school every Wednesday.


October 23rd is Super Hero Day - Be a super hero and stand up by saying no to drugs.


Congratulations to our Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts for 2024-2025 ! An MIEE is a recognition given to educators who use Microsoft technologies to enhance student learning and engagement. These educators are part of a global community that strives to innovate in teaching practices, collaborate with peers, and create positive changes in education. These amazing teachers join an elite group of fewer than 800 educators in the U.S. and Canada. We are so proud of them and all their hard work!


Mark your calendars! Picture Day will be Tuesday, Oct. 29. You can order today on mylifetouch.com with your Student ID or Picture Day ID: ENTPMNGDN.



Local Mandarin elementary schools including Loretto Elementary are invited to a Middle School Informational Night on Nov. 7, 2024 at 6:15 p.m. Location is Mandarin Oaks Multipurpose room. Come hear presentations and receive information from Mandarin M.S., Twin Lake, Dupont, LaVilla, James Weldon Johnson, Fort Caroline, and Julia Landon. #WeAreMandarin


Reminder: No School 10/14/2024
