Nichols Leadership Academy News #21

Hello Navigators!.

We have a lot going on at Nichols now so please read this over carefully. If you have not done so yet please complete this LCAP survey. This is valuable information and feedback for us to consider as we plan. It impacts policies and budget decisions.

PTO Meeting
Wednesday, January 28 | 6:00 PM | MPR

All families are welcome to attend. Come connect, stay informed, and be part of the conversation—your participation makes a big difference!

Movie Night & Chili Cook-Off Friday, January 30 | 6:00 PM | MPR

Join us for a cozy night of family fun featuring a showing of Zootopia and our Chili Cook-Off!

Tickets are $10 per person and include:

• Chili tasting and voting

• 5 concession vouchers to use on pizza, popcorn, chocolate bars, Dippin’ Dots, and drinks

Buy tickets here:
https://square.link/u/xNghhuME

Want to compete in the Chili Cook-Off?
Show off your chili-making skills and sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaFyx509GaUWTqGISWfWjMNXmORwrks0bAHCpLcBp7dV9VbQ/viewform?usp=header

Prizes: The top 3 chilis will win a Target gift card!

Come hungry, bring your family, and get ready for a fun-filled night—we can’t wait to see you there!

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming February 2nd - 6th and we can't wait to celebrate the joy of reading with our students! Please follow the link for volunteer information and to set up an eWallet- a simple, cash-free way for your child to shop the fair. Thank you for supporting our readers and our library!

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/nicholselementaryschool4

Please see our school counselor's updated newsletter.

Please see the information below about Tutor.com. If you are looking for extra help for your student at home this is a valuable and free resource.

Looking forward to a great week and can't wait to see everyone tomorrow.

Check out what is happening in the public library.

E-Bike Safety (AB 544):

• New Requirement: All E-bikes are now required to have a red reflector or red rear light (solid or flashing) visible from 500 feet at all times.- 2 weeks

Safety Tips for Bike Riding at Night

• Off-Highway Electric Motorcycles Classification, Registration, and Operation

Steps to Complete to ride an E-Bike on any OUSD campus

To ensure the safety of all students riding to school, please complete the following steps:

1. Complete the liability waiver (Data confirmation)

2. Complete the OUSD-approved -Bike Safety Course online: CHP Online Certification

3. Complete the Online Bicycle Permit Application with a Parent or Guardian

4. It is highly encouraged that students register their E-Bike on Project 529 for free in the event their bike is lost or stolen.

PERMIT STICKER MUST BE PLACED ON THE HANDLEBARS!!!

See these links about ways to limit the spread of illness as we head into cold and flu season!

• Fact Sheet: Help Your Child’s School Prevent the Spread of Infections

• Guidelines for keeping students home

Care Solace is a wonderful resource to get help with counseling and other therapy needs. See th

• Your Care Match Link is a lifeline—confidential, simple, and always available to help you or someone you care about find support.

Meal Accommodations:

We are working to gather the Medical Meal Accommodation forms for the 2025–26 school year.

These forms must be submitted to our Nutrition Services Department each school year for any student who requires meal modifications. This applies to both new and returning students.

Per USDA requirements, medical statements must be updated annually, even if a student’s condition or accommodation has not changed. This ensures we have the most accurate documentation to support each student’s needs.

Parents or legal guardians are responsible for submitting completed forms to both the district nurse and the Nutrition Services Department. Forms must be signed by a licensed medical provider to be considered valid.

Reach out with any questions or for any assistance.

Check out the links below about the 7 Habits and how to implement these practices 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.

Please see the links below for information about tutoring opportunities with Tutor.Com.This is a great way to get help for your child!

English

Spanish

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.

Please join our PTO . Check out the PTO Newsletter.

Nichols PTO Website

PTO Facebook

PTO Instagram

PTO Membership/Volunteer forms - English; Spanish

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

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

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.

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

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

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