NOHL CANYON ROADRUNNER NEWS
APRIL 7TH - APRIL 13Th: WEEKLY PUBLICATION
Message from Principal Strickland
It was fantastic to see our kiddos in the Nohl Canyon production of Frozen Jr. this week. They did a fantastic job. A big thank you to Ms. Tippets, Ms. Castro, and Ms. Milllikan as well as all families for their support with this great tradition!
Last Tuesday evening, we will held a parent meeting for students interested in the OUSD sponsored Carnival of Champions track meeting being held on Saturday, April 27th. This meet is open to 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students. If your child is interested, please see information linked below about participation in this event. Practices begin this week. We expect registration of athletes for the meet to close soon.
This week, we will host our second expectations assembly to help support all Roadrunners in our RAD concept and with the common expectations we have for all students.
Spring after school programs are beginning now. Please see the links below and see if there is anything your kiddo is interested in. Programs sign ups closing soon.
Spring Carnival is coming Friday. Get excited!
The second annual Dad's club Poker Night is coming April 19th. Please see info below.
A great week ahead to all Roadrunners!
Upcoming Events
This week:
April 8: Solar Eclipse
April 10: Spring Expectations Assembly
April 11: Sibling Photos
April 12: Spring Carnival
April 12-19: Art Masters
Coming soon:
April 15-19: Art Masters
May 16: VAPA Showcases
NC Frozen Jr.
Spring Pictures TK - 6th Grades + Kinder/6th Grade Promotion Pictures
On Tuesday, April 2nd, Barksdale Photographers visited Nohl Canyon for Spring Pictures for all grades. For Kinder and 6th Grade students, these are promotion pictures. For all other grades, they are Spring pictures. Please note, there are no makeups for these pictures. Be sure to use the appropriate grade when using the links below.
Link to order SPRING pictures only TK - 5th Grade:
https://www.barksdalestorefront.com/store/event_login/?ac=0008192SG
Link to order 6th Grade Graduation pictures:
https://www.barksdalestorefront.com/store/event_login/?ac=0008192GO
Nohl Canyon Career Fair! May 24th - Volunteers Needed
Hello Nohl Canyon Community! We are very excited to announce that we will be hosting our first ever Career Day on Friday, May 24th. We are looking for volunteers who would like to present to our 4th, 5th, and 6th graders about their careers and the steps they took in getting where they are today. We are hoping to have a diverse group of speakers. If you are interested in presenting (or would just like to lend helping hands), please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form, and Mrs. Pullin or Tracy Paul will contact you with more information. Thank you!
Student of the Month Focus for April
Student of the Month Recognition - April Focus - DETERMINATION
“Slow and steady gets you ready.”
Success takes lots of time and will bring lots of set-backs. Don’t quit; don’t back down; keep trying time and time again! You may have to start over. You may have to go around, or over, or under. But do not quit. Stay the course. Quitters will not succeed because success takes lots of Determination.
Cell Phone Use - "NO CELL, BELL to BELL"
Nohl Canyon is beginning to see more students carrying their own cell phones. Please discuss with your child the guidelines for cell phones/communication devices (watches) while at school:
1) NO CELL from BELL to BELL - cell phones need to be turned OFF and stored in students backpack from first bell to dismissal bell.
2) Students who need to contact parents/guardians are expected to come to the front office to make the phone call.
3) Students who do not follow the guidelines:
1st occurrence: warning - expected to place phone back in backpack
2nd occurrence: cell phone confiscated - Parent Pick-up in office
CARES Summer and 2024-25 Updates
CARES Summer Options 2024
Options for Summer 2024
- CARES Summer Camp- Parent Paid Option ($220.00 per week) Registration begins Monday, April 22, 2024 @ 9:00am, for current enrolled families, then outside registration will take place the following week Monday, April 29, 2024. Please see the link to the CARES camp page https://www.orangeusd.org/cares/camp-registration.
- Locations: Chapman Hills, Crescent OPK, Fletcher, and McPherson. Hours- 7:00am to 6:00pm.
- Incoming TK & K CARES Camp- Parent Paid Option ($220.00 per week) Registration begins Monday, April 22, 2024 @ 9:00am.
- Age-appropriate activities and field trips.
- Locations: Crescent OPK Room 306 & Child Development Center, Room P
- Summer Enrichment Program- Registration begins Monday, May 6, 2024 @ 9:00am Hosted by Strategic Kids and enrichment partners; Discovery Cube, Active Learning, Afterschool Music Academy and We Break Dance.
- Location Options: Canyon Rim, Linda Vista, Olive, and Palmyra. Hours- 7:00am to 4:00pm.
CARES 2024-25 School Year Options
Options for Fall 2024/25 School Year
- CARES Expanded Learning Program- Parent paid childcare option. Registration begins Monday April 1, 2024 @9:00am.
- CARES Enrichment: Registration begins Monday April 1, 2024 @9:00am
Meeting and Event Information
OUSD Sponsored Carnival of Champions Track Event - Fred Kelly Stadium - April 27th
Practices begin this Tuesday, April 9th for the upcoming Carnival of Champions Track Event. There will be three weeks of practice opportunities prior to the April 27th meet. Student interested in participating must sign up on the interest form below and attend practice beginning this week. Event registration is closing soon. In addition, students must turn in a Voluntary Activity Participation Form (linked below). Forms can be turned in directly to the coaches or to Mr. Strickland in the main office.
Practice Schedule: 4/9 - 4/25
Tuesday - Run Events with Ms. Gardner 2:30-3:15pm (Meet at Lunch Tables)
Thursday - Field Events with Mr. Lofink 2:30-3:15pm (Meet at Lunch Tables)
Carnival of Champions Interest Form
Voluntary Activity Participation Form
Parent Meeting Slides Presentation
OUSD is holding a Carnival of Champions Track Meet for Grades 4-6 students this school year on Saturday, April 27th at Fred Kelly Stadium. The meet is scheduled to begin at 9am. A schedule for the meet is still being developed. Please keep in mind, based on numbers, OUSD may place limits on the number of events students may participate in based upon the number of students participating.
If your 4th, 5th, or 6th grade student is interested in participating in the Carnival of Champions track meet, please complete the Google Form if you have not already done so. Registration for this event is expected to close soon to allow for planning of the meet.
School Readiness Fair - April 27th
EARLY LEARNING IS HOSTING THE SCHOOL READINESS FAIR TO CONNECT FAMILIES WITH RESOURCES AND SUPPORT FOR ALL THEIR CHILDREN'S EARLY LEARNING NEEDS. JOIN US FOR A FUN EVENT TO HELP PARENTS AND KIDS PLAY, LEARN, AND GROW TOGETHER!
Community Science Night - Santiago Canyon College, April 19th
Community Science Night will take place on Friday, April 19 from 5:30 - 8:30 at Santiago Canyon College. Please see related info below on "Invention Convention" connections.
Parking is free in all lots
Event is free
All ages may attend!
No pets (other than registered service animals)
Food trucks will begin serving food around 5 pm
Event is from 5:30 - 8:30
Anyone doing an Invention Convention project can bring it at 4:00 pm
OUSD Invention Convention Announcement
We are excited to share with you that Orange Unified will be offering an elementary student "Invention Convention" this year as a part of our Community Science Night scheduled April 19th, 2024. All interested K-6 students are invited to submit. Students may submit as individuals or through a group or class project.
Students can sign up to show their interest via this Google Link
Student inventions can be a model (non-working prototype) and students are encouraged to use everyday low-cost materials. If you need a little inspiration on what can be accomplished , check out the videos of student inventors linked HERE.
In-Person Parent Empowerment Classes
The Boys and Girls Club is offering a series of Parent Empowerment classes that begin April 16th and run every Tuesday evening through May 14th from 6-8pm. See the flyer below for details and opportunities to: Connect with other parents, Learn new parenting tips, Enjoy refreshments, Free Child-care provided during classes (for Ages 6-12), Get connected to resources in your community, Join a safe space that provides support.
Honor VAPA Performances Upcoming
Our Visual and Performing Arts Programs have performances upcoming to recognize the fantastic accomplishments of our kiddos. VAPA teachers will notify individual students/families of students participating. All families are welcome to attend. See the flyers linked below with corresponding dates.
California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS)
California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS), launched in 2022, aims to prepare California children for post-secondary education expenses financially. Eligible low-income public school students in grades 1-12 and all California newborns, regardless of income, automatically receive funded savings accounts through CalKIDS. Students within our District may be eligible to access these funds upon enrollment in higher education institutions, utilizing them for tuition, fees, books, supplies, and other educational expenses. Low-income California public school students identified by the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) were automatically enrolled in CalKIDS if registered in grades 1-12 during the 2021-22 school year or in 1st grade during the 2022-23 school year.
Nohl Canyon OC Run Club Returns
Nohl Canyon Run Club is back!
The NC Run Club is for students interested in participating in the "Kids Run the OC" and the OC 5K marathon (race day is May 4). "Running Club" will meet after school every Monday and Tuesday from 2:30 -3:15. For our "Kids Run the OC" participants, the goal is to complete 25 miles by race day (May 4) and then complete the final 1 mile on race day. For students looking to participate in the OC 5K, the goal is to increase their distance and endurance through proper training.
All students participating in the after school run program must be signed upon the google form. No student will be allowed to participate in the program if they are not registered. Once registered on the google form, you then must register for the final mile or the 5k run through runsign up, which is listed in the slide show.
For questions, please reach out to Mrs. Gardner sgardner@orangeusd.org. We understand students may already be participating in Monday or Tuesday after school programs and are welcome to attend when they can.
Open Enrollment Open for 2024-25
OUSD Open Enrollment:
The Online “Open Enrollment” period began on Monday, January 15, 2024, and ends at 4:00PM on Monday, January 29, 2024. Lotteries have been held. Open Enrollment is now reopened.
Visit https://www.orangeusd.org/enrollment/24-25-open-enrollment for details
*Open Enrollment is the process for families to apply to attend a school not in their residential boundaries. Current Nohl Canyon Open Enrollment students still need to complete the process each school year.
TK / Kindergarten Registration Open for 2024-25
For Nohl Canyon resident families, TK / Kindergarten enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year begins on Wednesday, January 17th.
Kindergarten eligible dates:
Birthdate between September 2, 2018 and September 1, 2019
TK eligible dates:
Birthdate between September 2, 2019 to June 12, 2020
Please visit the OUSD webpage for enrollment instructions or call Nohl Canyon @ 714.997.6203
https://www.orangeusd.org/enrollment/transitional-kindergarten
El Rancho Info Meetings and Tours
El Rancho Charter Middle School has a number of dates for campus tours for interested 6th grade NC families upcoming. Please see the flyer linked below for more information.
Special Education Parent Workshops
The OUSD Special Education Department will be hosting a variety of parent workshops this school year on a variety of topics. The next workshop on April 26th involves supporting your child with reading. Check out the flyer linked below for more workshops to come.
Bell Schedule
Parent Parking Lot Volunteers Welcome!
Parking Lot Procedures
Thank you for making our parking lot procedures during drop-off and pick-up a safe and efficient machine. We serve a large number of vehicles in short period of time.
Thank you for your continued help with a few critical items:
- Please remember our Lower lot is Staff Only Parking. The lower entrance on Nohl Canyon RD is ENTRANCE ONLY in the Afternoon for Middle Lane traffic going to park in the FAR lot. Two-way use of this entrance presents a significant hazard to entering cars and pedestrian traffic.
- Please be kind to our parking lot volunteers. They make the whole thing work.
- Please ask your kiddos to walk when in front of school. Running children in the pick up area presents several hazards. Safety is our first priority.
- Trinity School Parking Lot is CLOSED for drop-off and pick-up parking.
- Parents, with respect to Trinity Pre-School and their families, we are not allowing Nohl Canyon families to park in the Trinity parking lot. Please follow this guideline and support us in keeping a positive community relationship with Trinity School. Trinity will often allow us to use their lot for special events but should not be used for drop-off or pick-up.
- Please remain clear of the Trinity lawn areas. Trinity lawns should not be used for student waiting for drop-off or pick-up. Students should always be picked up from our school site. If students are still here after 2:40pm, we bring them behind our school gates into our QUAD area for safety until parent pick-up. Please do not have your students wait at the Trinity site for pick-up.
- Please be sure to use crosswalks when crossing all major roads. Students being dropped off on Nohl Canyon Rd. and then proceeding across the street, presents a significant hazard to those students.
- Keep in mind, the Nohl Canyon Rd. entrance to our parking area is only to be used during afternoon pick-up and is limited to Middle Lane traffic that is pulling all the way through the lot to park in the back school lot.
Parents, Please watch the following video on Parking Lot Procedures
Nutrition Services
2023-2024 STUDENT CALENDAR / ATTENDANCE
In the 2022-2023 school year, we are pleased to announce that 25 students earned PERFECT ATTENDANCE and Nohl Canyon had an overall 95% attendance rate!
Positive Information on Student Attendance:
FEE-BASED AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Spring after school programs April - May
LEGO Machine Magic
Invent and Explore!
Unlock the World of Engineering and Mechanics
Mondays
4/8 - 5/20
2:25-3:25
1st - 4th grades
Comic Creators
Draw. Write. Create!
It's your original comic book!
Mondays
4/15 - 5/20
2:25-3:25
1st - 6th grades
Code Ninjas
Operation Code Breakers!
Code Messages & Escape Room Creation
Tuesdays
4/9 - 5/21
2:30-3:50pm
Ages 7+
Little Entrepreneurs Workshop
Unleash Creativity and Innovation!
Tuesdays
4/9 - 5/21
2:10-3:10
TK - 1st grades
4PM Dance Studio - After School Hip Hop Dance
Tuesdays
4/9 - 5/14
2:30-3:30
1st - 6th grades
Out of Bounds
STEM Multi-sports
Wednesdays/Fridays
4/10 - 5/24
Wednesdays: 12:45-2:00
Fridays: 2:30-3:45
K - 6th grades
The Great Clay Adventure
Create with Clay!
Thursdays
4/11 - 5/16
2:30-3:30
1st - 6th grades
4PM Dance Studio - After School Pom
Thursdays
4/11 - 5/16
2:30-3:30
1st - 6th grades
Kassirer After School Sports
* all sports at Nohl Canyon
Basketball
Mondays
4/1 - 5/20
2:30-3:30
1st - 6th grade
Tennis & Pickleball
Tuesdays
4/2 - 5/21
2:30-3:30
1st - 6th grade
Track & Field
Wednesdays
4/3 - 5/22
12:35-1:35
1st - 6th grade
Soccer
Fridays
4/5 - 5/17
2:20-3:20
K - 3rd grade
Parker - Anderson Enrichment
Art and Architecture
Mondays
4/8 - 5/20
2:30-3:30
K - 6th grade
LEGO Masters!
Tuesdays
4/9 - 5/21
2:30-3:30
K - 6th grade
Anime, Cartooning, & Comic Creation!
Thursdays
4/11 - 5/23
2:30-3:30
K - 6th grade
Robot Building Workshop
Fridays
4/12 - 5/17
2:30-3:30
1st - 6th grade
ELO-P After School Program Offerings
Spring ELO-P Offerings - Strategic Kids Chess/Bionerds Camping Science/Webreak Dance
Strategic Kids - CHESS
Wednesdays
4/3 - 5/29
12:35-1:35
K - 6th grade
Bionerds Camping Science: Connecting with Nature
Thursdays
4/11 - 5/30
2:15-3:30
TK - 6th grade
WEBREAK Hip Hop Breakdance
Fridays
4/5 - 5/31 (5/24 12:30-1:30)
2:25-3:25
TK - 6th grade
Attention Nohl Canyon Twitter Followers
School Uniforms
SCHOOL UNIFORMS - AMERICAN CASUAL
UNIFORM POLICY:
Tops – Nohl Canyon Uniform shirts are to be worn each day. NC Spirit shirts are allowed throughout the week, along with scheduled themed days (Wednesday = College day). Nohl Canyon allows Free Dress on the final Friday of each month.
Bottoms – Uniform bottoms are to be any type (jeans and leggings included) of solid bottoms with no holes, stripes, or patterns. Colors are Black, Blue, Khaki, uniform plaid.
*Sweatpants not allowed
*Closed Toe shoes only (Crocs not allowed)
Please visit American Casual for information on Nohl Canyon Uniforms.
School Uniform Policy
As Fall is upon us, and the seasons are changing, please take a moment to review the Nohl Canyon Uniform Policy:
Nohl Canyon has a student uniform policy that is in alignment with the districts uniform policy. Schools whose students wear uniforms have indicated that a uniform policy is a creative and positive way to increase student achievement and decreases student behavioral problems. Based upon the interest of Nohl Canyon parents and staff, our school will continue with our Student Uniform Policy.
UNIFORM POLICY:
Tops - Nohl Canyon Uniform shirts are to be worn each day. NC Spirit shirts are allowed throughout the week, along with scheduled themed days (Wednesday = College day). Nohl Canyon allows Free Dress on the final Friday of each month. Tops should be of a size to allow for freedom of movement to accommodate physical education and active, safe play with no undergarments showing.
Bottoms - Uniform bottoms are to be any type* of solid bottoms with no holes, stripes, or patterns. Colors are Black, Blue, Khaki, uniform plaid. Shorts should be of Bermuda style to help protect skin during active play. Bottoms should be of a size to allow for freedom of movement to accommodate physical education and active, safe play with no undergarments showing.
*Sweatpants not allowed
Shoes - Shoes should be closed toe with non-slip soles and allow for safe freedom of movement to accommodate physical education and active, safe play. Crocs are not allowed due to slip and support concerns during active play.
Please visit American Casual for information on Nohl Canyon Uniforms.
Flyer - School Uniforms (2023-2024 order form)
Campus Volunteers Guidance and Requirements
We are happy to announce that the District is transitioning to the Raptor Technologies system for all volunteer applications. The change will be a much more user-friendly experience for our volunteers. For all Volunteer applications going forward, please use the following links:
Volunteer Application English: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MjY4OmVuLVVT
Volunteer Application Spanish: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MjY4OmVzLVVT
Internal Training Video: Training Recording.mp4
* Please note that Volunteers who work for more than five hours per week have a few added requirements. The application link is the same for Volunteers work work less than or more than five hours.
STUDENT MEDICATION FOR 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
Latest Health Guidance
As we continue through the school year, please review the latest guidance for when you kiddo is not feeling well.
Job Opportunities with OUSD
NOON - SUPERVISOR
We would love to hire some caring members of our community to help with Noon supervision!
OUSD and Nohl Canyon are looking for Noon-Supervisors! Hours are 11:30 - 12:45, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and 9:30 - 10:45 on Wednesday's.
* Please contact Sherrie Seltzer if you are interested in applying: sseltzer@orangeusd.org
If interested, please visit OUSD job opportunities webpage: https://www.orangeusd.org/departments/hr/employment-opportunities
Orange Unified Early Learning Opportunities
Our Early Learning folks want to make sure our Orange Unified families are aware of our district Early Learning offerings. Please see the flyers linked below for more information.
NCSA Info
Nohl Canyon School Association (NCSA)
Archive: NCSA Smore 8/17 NCSA Smore 8/24 NCSA Smore 8/31 NCSA Smore 9/7 NCSA Smore 9/14 NCSA Smore 9/21 NCSA Smore 9/28 NCSA Smore 10/5 NCSA Smore 10/12 NCSA Smore 10/19 NCSA Smore 10/26 NCSA Smore 11/2 NCSA Smore 11/9 NCSA Smore 11/16 NCSA Smore 11/30 NCSA Smore 12/7 NSCA Smore 12/14 NCSA Smore 1/11 NCSA Smore 1/18 NCSA Smore 1/25 NCSA Smore 2/1 NCSA Smore 2/8 NCSA Smore 2/15 NCSA Smore 2/23 NCSA Smore 2/29 NCSA Smore 3/7 NCSA Smore 3/14 NCSA Smore 3/21 NCSA Smore 4/5
NCSA 2023-2024 WELCOME LETTER
2024 Carnival coming soon - April 12th
Carnival plans are in motion, PLEASE sign up to be a part of the new theme this year!
We could use your help to get this groovy event ready by FRIDAY, APRIL 12th, 2024!
Dad's Club Poker Night
NC Dad's Club Poker Night - April 19th
The second poker night of the year is coming! Come have some fun in a relaxed atmosphere event on Friday, April 19th. Please see the flyer below for sign up info.
NCSA Dad's Club
SPIRIT SHIRTS AVAILABLE
Visit the cheddar up website to order your Spirit Shirt!
NC Yearbook
Nohl Canyon Yearbook
Yearbooks for Sale - Reserve your yearbook today! Yearbooks will be $50 as of March 2nd. Order now to guarantee your student a copy:
If interested, parents can submit photos to the Nohl Canyon Yearbook. Please email to: nohlcanyonyearbook@gmail.com
NOHL CANYON WEBSTORE
NOHL CANYON WEBPAGE
PARENT / ORANGE UNIFIED INFORMATION
BUS PASSES NOW AVAILABLE!
Bus Pass office hours:
Tuesday-Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed daily for lunch
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bus Pass Office:
(714) 538-8295
You may visit the Transportation webpage at: https://www.orangeusd.org/departments/business-services/transportation
NOHL CANYON KIDS CORNER
NOHL CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OFFICE IS OPEN FOR QUESTIONS OR ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL 714-997-6203
Office Manager: Sherrie Seltzer
Registration/Attendance/Health Clerk: Nancy Gabrielle
Contact email:
Sherrie Seltzer: sseltzer@orangeusd.org
Nancy Gabrielle: ngabrielle@orangeusd.org
Archive
Nohl Canyon Elemenary
Email: NohlCanyonPrincipal@orangeusd.org
Website: https://www.orangeusd.org/nohl-canyon-elementary-school
Location: 4100 Nohl Ranch Road, Anaheim, CA 92807, USA
Phone: (714) 997-6203
Facebook: facebook.com/NohlCanyonNCSA
Twitter: @NohlCanyonOUSD