Nichols Leadership Academy News #6

A Leader in Me School

Sunday Announcement!

Hello Navigators,

Please note that we will have early release every day this week for Parent/Teacher conferences. Dismissal will be at 12:25 PM each day.

Federal Survey cards were sent home recently. It is very important that we get these all returned. If you have multiple students at Nichols then we need just one.

We have many exciting events happening in the next month.

10/23 - PTO Meeting

10/25 - Boogie Bash Dance and Trunk or Treat

We also will have Red Ribbon Week with a host of spirit day and our Halloween Parade. We will also have our Apex Fun Run fundraiser at the end of the month!

Check out these flyers about some upcoming parent resources.

English

Spanish

There are some upcoming District English Language Acquisition Committee meetings. See this site for more information.

See the parent resource section of this newsletter for more information about a variety of important topics.

Have a great night!

Parent Resources

On October 17th, families across the nation are invited to participate in the Great American ShakeOut, a nationwide earthquake drill designed to help people practice essential safety steps. It's a valuable opportunity to teach your loved ones how to "Drop, Cover, and Hold On," ensuring everyone is better prepared in the event of an earthquake. By joining millions of others in this important drill, your family will learn crucial survival skills while strengthening your overall emergency response plan. Don’t miss this chance to take part in a simple yet effective way to stay safe and ready for any potential disaster!

PSA – Earthquake Safety Procedure

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, dedicated to raising awareness of the harm bullying causes. On October 9, 2024, National Stop Bullying Day encourages everyone to stand up against bullying and work to put an end to it. This month, more than ever, use your voice to highlight the dangers of bullying and the impact associated with it!

Join us for Red Ribbon Week, October 23-31, as we roll out the red carpet and celebrate this year's theme: "Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free!"

Red Ribbon Week Activities for Parents

Drug Take Back Day!

Safely dispose of your unwanted / expired medications with Oceanside SAFE!

October 19, 2024 (12pm - 2pm)

OHS Front Circle

Join us on Saturday, October 19th for our Fall Drug Take Back Day collection! No liquids or sharps please. Participants will receive a free SAFE tote bag complete with Deterra Drug Deactivation Kit, and Safe RX Pill Bottle for SAFE Medication storage!

Active Parenting of Teens!

October 15, 2024 (7pm- Virtual)

Virtual Sessions will take place for one hour - once a week for a total of 4 weeks covering topics such as Parenting Styles, Active Communication, Control vs. Influence, Responsibility and Discipline, Power Struggles and Drug Prevention. Participants will receive their own free Active Parenting Manual to keep.

In order to participate in this program we ask that you ensure you are able to commit to the full four weeks of virtual sessions. Your child must also attend Oceanside Schools ranging from grades 7-12

Registration is now open. Click here!

Leader in Me

As a Leader in Me School we practice the 7 Habits. These habits are helpful in many aspects of life. Below are resources to emphasize the habits at home.

Habit 1 - Be Proactive

Habit 2 - Begin with the End in Mind

Habit 3 - Put First things First

Habit 4 - Think Win-Win

Habit 5 - Seek First to Understand and then be Understood

Habit 6 - Synergize

Habit 7 - Sharpen the Saw

Check out this video about the 7 Habits and a Leader in Me School.

Nichols PTO

Please join our PTO . Check out the PTO Newsletter.

Nichols PTO Website

PTO Facebook

Nichols PTO on TikTok

PTO Membership/Volunteer forms - English; Spanish

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT

The BASE PROGRAM provides Before & After School care. If you are interested in enrolling your Child, please contact them through their website.

Nichols YouTube Channel!

Check out our YouTube channel. Visit our channel and check out the Navigator News and the Second Grade Play!

Instagram

Facebook

Twitter

Counselor's Corner!

Ms. Emily Shoots is our full time school counselor! Please see the Counseling Newsletter. Check out the school counseling website for information and resources.

Oceanside Unified School District has partnered with Care Solace to help families in need of mental health support. This services can help quickly find available services. To access this service call 888-515-0595 or visit their website at www.caresolace.com/ousd. If you have any questions about this or other school counseling services please reach out.

Chain of Communication

We know there are times when issues come up that need to be resolved. OUSD has created a chain of communication that allows for an efficient resolution process. This is now located on our school’s website under “Our School” called Chain of Communication.

Nichols Elementary

OUR VISION

Navigators always strive to be their personal best - to be Leaders now and in the Future!

OUR MISSION

Nichols Navigators are motivated, optimistic, creative problem solvers, and life-long learners. We demonstrate leadership, responsibility and synergize through partnerships.

Email: attendance.nichols@oside.us
Website: https://www.oside.us/nichols
Location: 4250 Old Grove Road, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: (760) 435-7400
Facebook: facebook.com/infopage4us
X: @Nichols_Navig

Principal - Robert Flaherty

Email: robert.flaherty@oside.us
Phone: 760-435-7400
X: @RobertFOUSD

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