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Take a look at all of the exciting events and important dates we have planned for our students and community.

Check out the link here!

**Please note, this document will continue to be updated throughout the school year.**

Please see the attached agenda for this week’s ELAC meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 22 at 6:00 pm in the MLK library. Here are the minutes from the last meeting as well!

ELAC Agenda 4.22.26

ELAC Minutes 1.28.26

This week, 7th & 8th grade students will be receiving a Notification Letter regarding Health and Human Development Instruction.

This spring, in alignment with the California Healthy Youth Act, students in 7th and 8th grade science and 8th grade history will participate in lessons on sexual health education, HIV prevention, and human trafficking from May 18th to May 22nd. These lessons will cover topics such as gender, sexual orientation, discrimination, relationships, and family.

Parents and guardians are invited to preview the instructional materials on the district website (linked here) or at MLK's front office on Friday, April 24 (8:00 am - 9:00 am) or Tuesday, April 28 (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm).

If you wish to opt your student out of these lessons, please submit a written request to the front office, or download the opt-out form from the OUSD website (linked here).

Questions? Email Assistant Principal Stone: Jonathan.Stone@oside.us

Students who will be entering Oceanside High School as freshmen in the Fall of 2026 will be eligible to participate in Mira Costa College’s Dual Enrollment Associate Degree Pathways, a cohort‑based program that allows motivated students to take college courses while in high school and earn an Associate Degree by the time they graduate.

To learn more about this opportunity, attend the informational event at Mira Costa College on April 27th from 5:30–6:30 PM. For details, click on the link here.

To RSVP, click on the link here.

Please see the attached PDF to access SUN Bucks over the summer! SUN Bucks gives families access to free food over the summer!

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If you'd like to learn more about the electives that are offered at MLK, we encourage you to view the video (linked here).

The video was produced by our Digital Innovations students. Way to go, Lions!

Each week, Mr. Aldridge's Digital Experience course works hard to develop a news production featuring King students and staff.

Check out their latest episode (linked here).

Check out this week's MLK Reel of the Week!

Take a look at our OUSD Instagram account @KingMSPride

I hope you all enjoyed the spring break. Check out this event for our students and families that added up to a lot of fun.

It's this week's Oside USD in One Minute.

Date - Tuesday, June 9th

Time - 2:00 pm

Location - Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School

Additional details will be provided during 2nd semester.

Attention 8th Graders! Save the date for Wild Rivers!

We look forward to celebrating the end of the year at Wild Rivers on Friday, June 5th.

Feel free to review the 8th grade expectations letter (linked here). Additional details to come.

Sign up for Kroger Rewards and support our school!

To learn more, click on the link here.

It's that time of year when we celebrate our fabulous teachers and staff at MLK!

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8th, and the PTSO is organizing treats to show our gratitude. We will provide a breakfast spread on Monday, a lunch on Wednesday, a snack bar on Thursday, and sweet treats on Friday. We're looking for donations for the snack bar and would love your help in recognizing all their hard work.

Please click on the Sign Up genius link below to donate. An Amazon wishlist has been created for your convenience. Thank you in advance! We look forward to spoiling them with goodies! Kindly drop off your donations in the front office no later than Friday, May 1st. If you have any questions, please email kingptso@gmail.com.

MLK PTSO

Sign Up Genius for snack/beverage donations

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F44A5AE28ABFC1-63225228-teacher

Amazon Wishlist - added for convenience.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/20FNETZP6QTP3?ref_=wl_share

OUSD has updated our school site volunteer process. If you plan to support any events on campus, the document (linked here) will now be required. Some examples of these events might include:

• PTSO supported events (after school carnival, dances, etc.)
• 6th Grade Olympics

A huge thank you to all of our volunteers for all you do to support our students and staff on MLK!

The 6th grade Olympics will take place during school on Friday, June 5th. This event is a lot of fun and is a favorite for both students and staff every year. If you are interested in supporting this event as a volunteer, please email kingptso@gmail.com.

NOTE: The printed End of Year expectations letter (linked here) incorrectly stated that this event would take place after school.

Attention 7th Graders! Save the date for Legoland!

We look forward to celebrating the end of the year at Legoland on Wednesday, June 3rd.

Feel free to review the 7th grade expectations letter (linked here). Additional details to follow.

• King Middle School
  Tutoring by our on-site staff is offered at the dates and times found on the document linked here.
  
  
• Virtual Tutoring - All OUSD Gr. 6 -12 Students
  OUSD has partnered with Tutor.com for FREE, on demand, online tutoring! Connect with a tutor right away, schedule a future session, drop off a writing assignment for a writing review, find test prep and self-study materials. View instructions linked here.

• Wellness Together (accepting referrals now)
  Our on-site mental health specialist is available to all students by referral through Student Services or your student's counselor. If you feel that your child may benefit from this service, we encourage you to reach out.
  
  
• PASS Americorps (Beginning in October)
  Two on-site PASS team members will provide academic and social emotional support for referred students based on qualifying criteria.
  
  
• Palomar Family Counseling Services
  Our PFC team is available on-site for not only student support. Students may see one of our favorite PFC team members, Rosie the service dog, on campus on Fridays! Check in with your student's counselor for a referral.
  
  
• Transformational Consulting
  Our TC team members support King on a daily basis for ongoing student check-ins and to support with student mediation opportunities. Life Skills 101 in room B-1 is offered on a regular basis at lunch. This program encourages leadership, responsibility and accountability for all participants. Students can report to Student Services if they'd like to access these supports.
  
  
• Restorative Practice Small Groups
  Restorative Practices circles and small group supports are provided by our OUSD central office team. Creation and implementation of these small group circles are ongoing. Check in with your student's counselor for access to these groups.
  
  
• School Resource Officer
  Our SRO is an OPD officer who is available and accessible for students / families as needed. Officer Walker is often seen at Nutrition and / or lunch and works to develop strong and trusting connections with our students.
  
  
• Student Training & Assemblies
  During this school year, the central office team will be / has offered trainings / assemblies for all OUSD sites. These topics include E-Bike safety, Drug Prevention, Inclusion & Belonging, Standing Together Against Bullying & Threats.

Please feel free to review the 20205 - 2026 MLK Student Handbook (linked here). All students will also receive a planner from their Advisory teacher.

For weekly ASB updates, ensure that your student has access to their grade level Google Classroom. Details related to upcoming student events and activities are posted in the Google Classroom and on the ASB Website.

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OUSD aims to be a safe, affirming, and inclusive space for all individuals.

If you are aware of a violation that compromises all schools and spaces being safe for all people, or if you are the victim of any incident/violation, please use our anonymous reporting option found on our district website.

More info here: https://www.oside.us/student-tip-line

Follow MLK on Instagram on the following accounts:

• kingmspride
• kingmiddleschool_asb
• kingmiddleschool_njhs
  
  

Follow OUSD on Instagram on the following account:

• osideusd

Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School (Website)