2/9/25 TNT Family Newsletter
Dear North Terrace Families,
I hope you enjoyed the highlights of last week's 100th Day of School activities we shared on Instagram! Our teachers organized fun, hands-on learning experiences, and the students had a blast celebrating this big milestone. From dressing up as 100-year-olds to counting, creating, and exploring all things 100, it was a day full of excitement and engagement. Thank you to our amazing teachers for making it so special! Stay up to date on school happenings by following us @northterracetigers!
We've included a variety of information in this week's newsletter. PTO’s Lunch on the Lawn is this Friday—fingers crossed for clear skies!
Now that everyone is back in the groove of our second semester, we also want to remind you that it's a good time to check and update your emergency contact information in the Aeries Parent Portal.
We’ve also got an update on the Middle School Dance—we’re working on a new date, so stay tuned!
Looking for extra support? There's information on academic resources through Oside W.A.V.E., plus an opportunity to get expert advice on parenting and youth mental health at Ask a Therapist Live this Wednesday, February 19th. This free, anonymous event is a great way to get thoughtful guidance on the challenges families face today.
Finally, a quick reminder—there’s no school next week, so enjoy the time away. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Monday, February 24th, refreshed and ready to learn!
Yours in Learning,
Principal Hughes
Dressing for the Weather
We had our first bit of rain this week and noticed that some students weren’t quite prepared for the weather. With more rain in the forecast, we want to make sure everyone stays warm and comfortable while still getting outside when playground conditions are safe.
Please help your child make a responsible choice by wearing a jacket with a hood and pants or tights to protect their legs. This little preparation goes a long way in helping students be ready for the day, enjoy outdoor time with their friends, and stay focused and ready to learn when they are back in the classroom. ☔💙 ☔💙
Keep Your Emergency Contact Information Up to Date!
Please take a moment to check your Aeries Parent Portal and ensure all your contact information is current and correct. It’s important that we have the current phone numbers, addresses, and emergency contacts on file.
If you need to make any updates, please stop by the front office with a valid ID.
Keeping your information up to date helps us stay connected and keep your child safe!
Help Us Bring Lost Items Home!
Our Lost & Found is bursting at the seams! We have teams of awesome students willing to lend a hand and return items—but we need your help!
Please label your child’s jackets, lunchboxes, and water bottles with their name (room number would be great too!). Labeling items can make a big difference in getting lost belongings back where they belong. We appreciate your support in keeping our Lost & Found under control and making returns a breeze!
Education for All: Every Student’s Right to Learn
Every family should know that every child in the Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) has the Constitutional right to attend school regardless of immigration status. OUSD does not request or record information about a student’s immigration status. Federal and state laws protect student information from disclosure to others, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). OUSD does not permit non-students, including ICE agents, access to OUSD facilities unless they can produce a warrant signed by a federal judge. School administrators will not permit the disclosure of confidential student information without first consulting their attorney to make sure that the information has been properly subject to a federal judge’s warrant.
Families should consult community resources to learn their rights and additional information will be provided to help families access these resources
Please see below for resources to support:
Community Resource Guide including immigration support services: English & Spanish
SDCOE Resource Page for educators, families and students
Todas las familias deben saber que cada niño en el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Oceanside (OUSD) tiene el derecho constitucional de asistir a la escuela sin importar su estado migratorio. El OUSD no pide ni anota información sobre el estado migratorio de un estudiante. Las leyes federales y estatales protegen la información de los estudiantes de ser divulgada a otros, incluyendo al Servicio de Control de Inmigración y Aduanas (Immigration and Customs Enforcement o ICE, por sus siglas en inglés). El OUSD no permite que personas que no sean estudiantes, incluyendo agentes de ICE, accedan a las instalaciones del OUSD a menos que puedan producir una orden judicial firmada por un juez federal. Los directores escolares no permitirán la divulgación de información estudiantil confidencial sin primero consultar con su abogado para garantizar que la información sea sujeta a una orden judicial de un juez federal.
Las familias deben consultar los recursos comunitarios para conocer sus derechos y se brindará información adicional para ayudar a las familias a acceder a estos recursos.
Recursos de apoyo:
Política de la Junta [en inglés] y Reglamento administrativo del OUSD [Se puede cambiar a español]
Guía de recursos comunitarios que contiene servicios de apoyo para inmigrantes: Español e inglés
Página web de Familias y comunidad del OUSD [Se puede cambiar a español]
Página web de Recursos del SDCOE para educadores, familias y estudiantes [Algunos enlaces disponibles en español]
Página web de Recursos de MiraCosta College [Se puede cambiar a español y otros idiomas]
Stay Connected, Stay Prepared with Genasys Protect
The Oceanside Police Department, in partnership with Oceanside Unified School District, invites families to use Genasys Protect for real-time emergency updates. This trusted platform ensures your privacy, sharing information only when necessary to protect our community. With location-based alerts from emergency services like Fire, Police, and Community Managers, Genasys Protect keeps you informed and prepared. Access it via the website or app for reliable updates tailored to your area.
