Reminders:

Mar 30: Puberty Ed. (Gr. 5-6) & Sex Ed. (Gr. 7-8)

Apr 2: Foundation Planning Meeting for June 2nd

Dinner-Dance 7pm Burton’s

Barn 3421 Nicasio Valley Rd.

Apr 4: Board Budget Workshop 4-6pm

Apr 4: Board Meeting 6pm

Apr 5: Nicasio School Open House & Community Talent Show 6pm

Apr 9-13: SCHOOL CLOSED Spring Recess

Recordatorios:

Marzo 30: Ed. para la Pubertad (Gr. 5-6) & Ed. Sexual. (Gr. 7-8)

Abril 2: Reunión de Planeación para el evento Cena-Baile Junio 2, 7pm en el

Granero Burton, 3421 Nicasio Valley Rd.

Abril 4: Taller de Presupuesto de la Mesa Directiva 4-6pm

Abril 4: Reunión de la Mesa Directiva 6pm

Abril 5: Casa Abierta de la Escuela Nicasio & Muestra de Talento de la

Comunidad 6pm

Abril 9-13: ESCUELA CERRADA Receso de primavera

March 29, 2018

Dear Nicasio Families,

It is fun to see our kids enjoying our beautiful weather this week during recess and lunch. Next week will be busy as we head into Spring Break. Below are a few photos from Twin Day last Friday. I love the school spirit!

Tomorrow (Friday) is the final day of Superstar Health on campus to teach Puberty Ed to our 5th/6th graders and Sex Ed to our 7th/8th graders. Our guest teacher, Jennifer Devine, reports that students have done a great job of listening, learning and asking great questions.

Tomorrow we will also have a school assembly at 11:30 am in the library. Student council representatives will run the show and introduce the March Teacher of the Month and the April spirit day. Awards will be given to students who exemplified the March life skill courage and the April life skill, integrity, will be introduced. Integrity may be a tricky one for our younger students, but at Nicasio we define it as “doing the right thing even when no one is watching.” I will share photos from the assembly next week.

Next Wednesday, April 4th our board is conducting a budget workshop at 4 pm in the library, followed by their regular monthly meeting at 6 pm. All are welcome to attend.

Next Thursday, April 5th is Open House. Our staff has been working hard to display student work that highlights the teaching and learning from this school year. The evening begins at 6 pm with a Principal’s Welcome and Nicasio Parent Club meeting in the MPR. Please plan to attend and bring your ideas for how we can build our Parent Club and provide fun, community-building events for our kids next year. Then classrooms will be open. I always love watching students as they show off their work to their parents with pride. At 7 pm the Nicasio Community Talent Show will begin in the MPR. This will be a fun night you don’t want to miss!

All the best, Barbara

Parents~

We need YOUR help with this year’s Nicasio School

Foundation Dinner-Dance fundraiser, which will take

place at the Kozubik Ranch on Saturday, June 2nd.

Please join us for a

Fundraiser Planning Meeting

Monday, April 2nd

7pm

Burton’s Barn, 3421 Nicasio Valley Rd.

Questions? Contact Mark Burton:

mburton@hershlaw.com

**** Padres de Familia~

Necesitamos de SU ayuda para el evento Cena-Baile de la

Fundación Escuela Nicasio, que se llevará a cabo en el

Rancho Kozubik, el día 2 de junio.

Por favor, reúnase con nosotros para una

Junta de Planeación para la Recaudación de Fondos

Lunes 2 de Abril, 7pm

En el Granero Burton, Nicasio Valley Rd. 3421

¿Preguntas? Contactar a Mark Burton

mburton@hershlaw.com

Board Agenda – Special Meeting April 4 2018

Nicasio School District Board of Trustees

AGENDA

~ Special Meeting ~

Wednesday, April 4, 2018 4 PM

Nicasio School Library 5555 Nicasio Valley Road, Nicasio CA

1. Initial Matters a. Call to Order

i. Roll Call b. Approval and Adoption of Open Session Agenda………………………………….…..

2. Budget Workshop ……………………………………………………………………………………………..….

3. Adjournment …………………………………………………………………………………………………..…...

Action Discussion Action

If you need assistance to access the Board meeting room or to otherwise participate at the meeting, please submit a written request to Nicasio School District Superintendent at PO Box 711, Nicasio, CA 94946 or office@nicasioschool.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will better enable the District to make reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Board Agenda April 4, 2018

Nicasio School District Board of Trustees

AGENDA

- Regular Meeting -

Wednesday, April 4, 2018 6 PM

Nicasio School Library 5555 Nicasio Valley Road, Nicasio CA

1. Initial Matters a. Call to Order b. Roll Call

2. Open Session Agenda a. Patriotic Moment b. Approval and Adoption of Open Session Agenda ……………….…………………….

3. Public Comment ……………………………………………………………………….………………………….

o Board members or district staff may, but are not obligated to, briefly respond to statements made or questions posed by the public.

o No formal action will be taken. o Designated amount of time to address the Board is limited to 3 minutes per individual. o Concerns about individual employees shall not be discussed in public at school board meetings. Please

contact the superintendent with specific concerns.

4. Consent Agenda ………………………………………………………………………….….…………………… a. Approval of Warrants Paid: March 2-26, 2018 b. Approval of Minutes: March 8, 2018 Special Meeting and Regular Meeting

of Board of Trustees c. Approve IDT Requests Out of Nicasio School District (NSD) for 2018-19

i. IDTX 18-19-03 ii. IDTX 18-19-04

5. Reports & Announcements ………………………………………………………………………………….

a. Foundation Update b. Principal’s Report c. Superintendent’s Report d. Trustees’ Report

6. Facility

a. Approval of Agreement between Nicasio Historical Society and NSD for Display of Historic Photos and Miwok Scale Model……………………………….…..

7. Administrative/Governance a. Board of Trustees Vacancies for November, 2018 General Election........... b. Second Reading of BP and AR 5141.52 Suicide Prevention.………..…..…………

Action Information Mass Action Information Discussion/Action Discussion Discussion/Action

Board Agenda April 4, 2018

8. Conclusion a. Agenda Planning ………………………………………………………………………………………. b. Adjournment ……………………………………………………………..……………………...…....

Discussion Action

If you need assistance to access the Board meeting room or to otherwise participate at the meeting, please submit a written request to Nicasio School District Superintendent at PO Box 711, Nicasio, CA 94946 or office@nicasioschool.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will better enable the District to make reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Nicasio School

Open House

and

Talent Show

Thursday, April 5, 2018 6 - 8pm

Join us in a celebration

of our students’ accomplish-ments under the guidance of an outstanding team of educators. The evening begins at 6pm in the MPR with a Principal’s Welcome & Parent Meeting. From 6:15-7pm, classrooms will be open to all visitors; feel free to move about the campus to view the various works on display. Nicasio School students are expected to be “tour guides” leading parents through the display areas. At 7pm, please join us in the MPR for the wonderful Nicasio School Talent Show featuring student displays and performances coordinated by Performing Arts Specialist Monica Snell.

Point Reyes-Olema 4-H Club invites you to the

Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 31, 10am Sharp!

West Marin School

Children 0 to 8 years of age welcome to participate Featuring special prize baskets

And refreshments for all Call 415-663-5451 for more information

El Club de 4-H de Point Reyes-Olema les invita a la

Caza de Huevos de Pascua Anual El sábado, 31 de marzo a las 10 de la mañana

Escuela West Marin

Niños de 0 a 8 años de edad son bienvenidos a participar Con canastas con premios especiales

Y bebidas para todos Llame 415-663-5451 para más información

SPRINGINTOACTION

Spring Youth SportsMARIN YMCA

MARIN Y | 1500 Los Gamos Dr. San Rafael, CA 94903 | P 415.492.9622 | ymcasf.org/marin

GOOOOOOOAL! Our Indoor Soccer Clinic is a great way to get some experience in a very popular sport that is finally making its way to the Marin Y! This program will meet every Saturday from and will focus on different skills and positions each week so your child is able to able to get a full understanding of the game, while also learning about balance, precision and teamwork! Sessions begin with specialized instruction and drills before ending the day with a game/competition that is based around the skill(s) learned that week!

REGISTRATION: March 1st - March 23rdDATES: April 7th – June 9th Saturdays • 12pm-1:30pm

INDOOR SOCCER SPRING INDOOR SOCCER CLINICS

INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALLSPRING INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALL CLINICSLet’s score some touchdowns! Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned veteran of the game, our Indoor Flag Football Program is a great way to get some experience in a very fast growing, enjoyable sport. This program will meet every Saturday and will focus on different skills and positions each week so your child is able to get the tools needed to be successful! Sessions begin with specialized instruction and drills before ending the day with a game/competition that is based around the skill(s) learned that week!

REGISTRATION: March 1st - March 23rdDATES: April 7th – June 9th Saturdays • 2pm-3:30pm

For more information, contact Michael Delagnes, Associate Director of Recreational Programs.mdelagnes@ymcasf.org • 415.446.2152

Register at our website TODAY!http://thegameacademy.org/projects/summer-camp

ADVENTURE GAMINGCAMP 2018

TABLETOP ROLE-PLAYING, HANDS-ON PROJECTS, AND OUTDOOR FUN

The Game Academy’s Adventure Gaming Camp is a week- long summer day camp for kids and teens, ages 8 to 18 years old. We blend the experience of tabletop role- playing games, physical athletic activity, and hands -on, skills -based learning projects in an interconnected, immersive week of play and learning. Each camp session runs Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm.

2018 Program Dates:July 9th-13th, July 16th-20th, July 23rd-27th, July 30th-August 3rd

The Game Academy is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization which creates and supports game-based education that empowers life-long learners to achieve academic, social, emotional and personal success.

Tuition for camp is $475/week. We offer early-bird, sibling, and returning camper enrollment discounts. A limited number of scholarships may be available, depending on need. Space is limited, so please register soon!

Location: The Marin School • 150 North San Pedro Road • San Rafael, CA 94903

EARLY BIRD

DISCOUNTS!!

SAVE $47 IF YOU

REGISTER BEFORE

MARCH 31st

NATURAL HIGHS: SUPPORTING TEENS IN MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES

with Matt Bellace, Ph.D. Parent/Community Education Events

2 different dates & locations -- Space is limited so reserve your spot soon!

DATE: Monday, April 23, 2018, 6:30pm - 8:30pm LOCATION: Marin County Office of Education, Hollis Hall, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael DATE: Thursday, April 26, 2018, 7:00pm - 9:00pm LOCATION: Redwood High School, Small Gym, 395 Doherty Drive, Larkspur COST: FREE educational event for parents, community members and youth!

REGISTER: https://drmattbellace-naturalhighs.eventbrite.com

Rates of youth substance use in Marin County continue to be among the highest in California. We are facing new challenges with the legalization of cannabis, the ongoing epidemic of prescription drug use, and historically high rates of vaping and alcohol use among our youth. For over two decades, Matt Bellace, Ph.D., a clinical neuropsychologist, nationally recognized professional speaker and stand-up comedian, uses science and humor to convey his message to parents, youth and community members about making healthy choices, increasing resiliency in the face of stress and pursuing natural highs (e.g. laughter, meditation) as an alternative to substance use.

If you are a person with a disability and require this document in an alternate format (example: Braille, Large Print, Audiotape, CD-ROM), you may request an alternate format document by using the contact information below. If you require an accommodation (example: ASL Interpreter, reader, note taker) to participate in any county program, service or activity, you may request an accommodation by calling (415) 473-4167(Voice)/ (415) 473-3232 (TTY) or by e-

mail at: ecochran@marincounty.org not less than four work days in advance of the event.

Thank you to Mark Tong for recording our Winter Performance:

“Peter Pan”

You may download the link here to enjoy:

https://goo.gl/2kp4PG

I am still in awe of the professionalism demonstrated by my students during

our rehearsals, and the evening of the winter performance.

What a magical musical to share with such an imaginative group of students.

Love, Light & Flight!

Mrs. Monica

Performing Arts Specialist

Nicasio School

5555 Nicasio Valley Road, Nicasio, CA 94946 415.662.2184 / 415.662.2250 / www.nicasioschool.org

Application Period and Enrollment Capacity for Interdistrict Transfer Requests into Nicasio School District for 2018-19

From February 1, 2018, to April 16, 2018, requests from non-resident students for interdistrict transfer (IDT) for the 2018-19 school year may be submitted to Nicasio School District. Requests will be processed in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations (BP/AR 5117) and will be considered by the Board of Trustees at the regular meeting held in May 2018. IDT requests from non-resident students received after April 17, 2018, to June 1, 2018, will be processed and considered at a board meeting in June 2018. Classroom and program capacity limits are specified in AR 5117.

5555 Nicasio Valley Road, Nicasio, CA 94946

415.662.2184 / 415.662.2250 / www.nicasioschool.org

February 14, 2018 Dear 6th Grade Parents, California State Law requires all 7th grade students to be fully immunized (please see attached “Guide to Immunizations for School Entry”). Students will not be admitted to school for 7th grade in the fall without proof of required immunizations or a medical exemption (Personal Belief exemptions are no longer allowed). Incoming 7th graders must meet all immunization requirements for 7-17 year-olds AND for 7thgrade entry. We need your child’s current immunization record. If he/she has not received a TDAP or Varicella booster, or any of the other immunizations required for ages 7-17, please schedule an appointment immediately with your doctor. Please provide the school office with a copy of your child’s updated immunization record by June 7, 2018.

Nicasio School Kindergarten Registration

Fall 2018

The Nicasio School District is announcing kindergarten registration for the 2018-19 school year.

Children eligible for registration must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2018 and reside within the boundaries

of the Nicasio School District.

Transitional kindergarten for the 2018-19 academic year is available to children residing within Nicasio School District

boundaries who will turn 5 years of age on or between September 2, 2018 and December 2, 2018. Transitional kindergarten is a two-year program. Upon completion of the transitional kindergarten program, students are

promoted to first grade.

Registration packets can be picked up from Nicasio School, 5555 Nicasio Valley Road, Nicasio 94946.

Registration materials can also be downloaded from the school website: www.nicasioschool.org.

For more information, call 662-2184.