Back-to-School Night (Parent's Night): |
This evening gathering takes place in the fall. Parents follow an abbreviated version of their child's schedule and faculty describe their courses and expectations for students. |
FPAC: |
Pronounced "eff-pack," a shortened version of the Flickinger Performing Arts Center. |
Grade-Level Coordinator: |
The 5th and 6th grade Coordinators oversee the fifth and sixth grade teacher and advisors, reviewing curriculum, student needs and performance at weekly meetings. |
Green and White: |
The Nichols school colors. Sports teams are often referred to as "The Big Green," although the school has recently adopted a Viking as a mascot. |
Meetings: |
All students meet daily in their homerooms with their advisory. Each grade usually has a weekly meeting. |
Middle School Dean: |
Ann Newell is the Dean of Fifth and Sixth Grade Students.
Michele Speach is the Dean of Seventh and Eighth Grade Students.
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Moving-Up Day: |
The 8th grade Graduation ceremony. |
Nichols Today, Toaxnoes: |
School Publications: a monthly parent newsletter, and the Alumni magazine, pronounced "Too-ah-la-thays." |
Spirit Day and Homecoming: |
The Friday prior to Homecoming Saturday is called Spirit Day. The Student Council organizes a number of school spirit-raising activities during this day. |
