Student & Family Information
Welcome to Loma Elementary
We are proud to partner with families to create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for every student. We encourage families to stay involved through classroom volunteering, PTA participation, and ongoing communication with teachers and staff.
If you have questions at any time, please contact the school office or your child’s teacher.
Our Vision
Loma Elementary Vision
We empower all students to develop a growth mindset, set learning goals, and persevere to become productive citizens in our society.
District 51 Vision
Engage, Equip, and Empower Our Learning Community Today for a Limitless Tomorrow.
For complete and detailed information about Loma Elementary policies, procedures, and expectations, families are strongly encouraged to review the current Student–Parent Handbook in its entirety, as it serves as the official and most comprehensive source of school information.
School Hours
- Regular School Day: 9:05 a.m.–4:10 p.m.
- Early Release Fridays: 9:05 a.m.–2:10 p.m.
- The morning bell rings at 9:05 a.m. and the tardy bell rings at 9:10 a.m.
Playground Supervision
- Playground supervision begins at 8:40 a.m. Please do not send students to school earlier than 8:35 a.m. for safety reasons.
Attendance
- Regular attendance is essential to student success. Students should only be absent due to illness or emergencies.
- Parents/guardians must call the office by 9:30 a.m. to report absences or tardies.
- Students arriving after 9:10 a.m. are considered tardy.
- Attendance below 90% is considered chronic absenteeism and may result in school outreach to support improved attendance.
Homework and Learning at Home
Homework supports skill development, responsibility, and independent learning.
Student Responsibilities:
- Understand and complete assignments
- Manage time and materials
- Turn in neat, accurate work on time
Family Support:
- Provide a quiet study space
- Encourage good study habits
- Support reading at home on a daily basis
Communication
- Friday Folders are sent home with important school and classroom information.
- Monthly Newsletters are available on the school website and sent home via email and print.
- Parent-Teacher Conferences are held two to three times per year, with progress reports sent home quarterly.
Health Services
- Our School Health Assistant is available from 8:45 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
- First aid is provided for minor injuries.
- Medications are administered only with completed authorization forms.
- Parents will be contacted if a student becomes ill or needs medical attention.
Transportation & Arrival/Dismissal
- Bus transportation is provided to students in the Loma attendance area.
For safety: - Families picking up students must park and meet children at the front of the building.
- Students may not enter the parking lot without an adult.
Visitors & Volunteers
- Families are welcome and encouraged to be involved at Loma.
- Please arrange classroom visits in advance with teachers.
- All visitors and volunteers must sign in at the office and wear a badge.
- Volunteers must complete a volunteer form each school year.
Family Involvement
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
- The PTA supports students through enrichment activities, events, and fundraising efforts.
School Advisory Council (SAC)
- The SAC includes staff, parents, and community members who advise the principal on school programs and operations.
Dress Code & Personal Items
- Students should dress appropriately for school and weather conditions.
- Clothing with inappropriate or unsafe messaging is not permitted.
- Toys, trading cards, and electronic devices are not allowed during the school day.
Student Safety & Security
- Loma Elementary uses cameras, intercoms, and secured entry doors to maintain a safe campus.
- All visitors must check in at the office and wear a visitor badge.
- Emergency procedures include fire drills, lockdown drills, and shelter-in-place practices.
- Reunification procedures are used to safely reunite students with families following an emergency.
We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to a successful school year at Loma Elementary!