Policies

The school day begins at 8:15 AM for all students.  Students line up at 8:10 AM and are escorted into the building by their teachers at 8:15 AM.  Students are considered late if they arrive after 8:20 AM and should report to the desk outside the main office for a late slip.

Served in classroom at 8:15. Students are not permitted to bring outside breakfast on to school grounds.

School is dismissed at 2:54. Students will be escorted by their teacher to school yard where they will be dismissed.  Students who are responsible for picking up and escorting siblings home should arrange a place to meet in the schoolyard.  Kindergarten students will be dismissed from their classrooms.

The School District of Philadelphia has instituted a School Uniform Policy for all students in Kindergarten through Grade 12.  Students are required to dress in uniforms, unless otherwise instructed.

Lingelbach School Uniforms:

• Khaki pants, shorts, dress, or skirt with a navy blue polo shirt with collar.
• Shirts must be tucked in.
• Navy blue, black, or white socks.
• Hoodies, jeans, and outerwear including: scarves, gloves, and hats are not permitted.

Lingelbach Gym Uniform:

• Students have the option to purchase a PE uniform from school OR they must wear their regular school uniform (see above). No exceptions.
• Sneakers MUST be worn on PE days or students will not be able to participate. (This will affect the student’s gym grade).
• Students will NOT be permitted to change into a PE uniform during the school day. Please come to school already dressed in it.

Shoes:

• Lace up or slip on shoes or sneakers that cover the entire foot.
• Sandals, flip flops, and open-toed shoes are NOT permitted.

Jewelry:

• Earrings larger than a quarter are not permitted.

School District of Philadelphia’s Student Rights and Responsibilities

School District of Philadelphia’s Attendance Policy