Denise Nichols

Fifth Grade Teacher
Life Verse
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all human understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
Why do you work for Christian Unified?
I am so blessed to be teaching at Christian Unified! It is my hope and prayer that my students develop not only a deep love for learning but, most importantly, an intimate and personal relationship with Jesus.
Interesting Facts
I love spending time with family and friends. My family and I often travel to Santa Barbara and Big Bear. We love to laugh and play games. We also love to play pickleball and go camping, too.
Hometown
Santa Barbara, CA
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Education Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction in Multicultural Contexts
Experience
Since 2017
Years at Christian Unified
Since 2024

IN MEMORY OF OUR FOUNDER

It is with sadness that we share that the co-founder of our school district, Dr. Beverly LaHaye, passed away on Sunday, April 14. She was 94 years old.

Beverly was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ all the days of her life, and God used her in extraordinary ways to make a difference in the world around her. Along with her husband Dr. Tim LaHaye, she worked to establish Christian Unified Schools at a time when Christian education was in its infancy. She had a vision to meet the need for God-honoring curriculum and teachers who modeled Christlikeness to the students in their care, and she worked tirelessly to that end.

In addition to her influence on our school district, Beverly was also the author of many books, the founder of Concerned Women for America, and a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a faithful and treasured member of Shadow Mountain Community Church, where she was honored recently during the GirlTime women’s event. As the audience stood to applaud, Beverly pointed upward, giving all of the glory to the God she served.

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