the School District of Philadelphia

William H. Loesche Elementary School

Principal
Victoria Velazquez

595 Tomlinson Ave
Philadelphia PA 19116
Phone: 215.961.2000

Policies

Policies

School Policies & Regulations

 

Students should abide by the following school policies and regulations:

  • Acceptable Use Policy: [HTML] or [PDF]
  • 2011-2012 Code of Student Conduct [.pdf 247KB] 
  • Student Uniform Policy - Uniforms must be worn everday!  The Board of Education has adopted a mandatory school uniform policy for all students. Starting the first day of school in September, Loesche students are required to wear the following:
    • GIRLS : Girls will wear either a long or short sleeved Light Blue or Navy Blue golf shirt that has a collar with Khaki pants, skirt, skort, or jumper. Skirts, skorts, and jumpers must be no shorter than three inches above the knee.
    • BOYS : Boys will wear Khaki pants with either a long or short sleeved Light Blue or Navy Blue golf shirt which has a collar. 
    • When the weather becomes colder, students may wear a Blue sweatshirt, sweater, or inside jacket.  Students may also wear a blue turtleneck.
    • All students are expected to adhere to this uniform policy. Failure to wear the school uniform will result in appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. Over-sized clothing is not permitted. Undergarments should not be visible. Short shorts or skirts will not be permitted. Consequences for students not adhereing to the uniform policy may face the following consequences: detention, time out, lost of privileges.  Hats, scarves, and headbands are not permitted, except for religious reasons.
    • Students should not wear expensive jewelry at any time. Shoes must be sturdy such as sneakers with ties or shoes with buckles. No sandals, flip flops or high heels. Uniform shirts and gym uniforms are available for sale at our school.

 See: Uniform & Gym Uniform Documents

 

Inclement Weather Policy

Please tune into KYW or check the School District Website for up to the minute information about school closings during the winter season. You may also wish to call 215-400-SNOW to check with the School District of Philadelphia about school closures and early dismissals. 

 

Morning Policy

Please do not drop off your students before 8:10 AM. Our staff is not available to supervise before this time. Under no circumstance should any student be left unattended before 8:10 AM on school property, including the parking lot and yards. All Kindergarden students must be supervised by their parents until picked up by their teachers.