A veteran educator (12 years) from Dallas, TX; Ricky began his career in 2006 as a business Educator teacher at North Shore Senior High School in Galena Park ISD. He spent five years in the classroom. At the request of his principal, his last year in the classroom was spent as a World History teacher. In this capacity, he learned to use data to influence instructional planning and student achievement. As a first year Wold History teacher, he helped 97% of his students pass the TAKS test and 42% of those students achieve a commended score. Ricky spent his last five years at North Shore Senior High School as an administrator (At-Risk Specialist, Assistant Principal, and Lead Assistant Principal).
Mr. Nicholson is entering his second year as Principal of THE La Marque High School. During his tenure, he has assisted in increasing enrollment in advanced academic programs (i.e. dual credit, collegiate high school, and advanced placement). La Marque High School has celebrated many accomplishments since Mr. Nicholson's arrival:
- Increased the number of scheduled graduates by 28%
- Galveston County Daily News Teacher of the Year, Margaret Simon
- Lincoln-Douglas Debate - District Champion and Regional Qualifiers
- UIL One Act Play - Regional Qualifiers
- Boys Basketball - District Championship and Regional Semi-Finalists
- Boys & Girls Power-lifting - Regional Qualifiers
- Boys & Girls Track - Regional and State Qualifiers
- Varsity Football - District Championship
Ricky is married to Ta Lula Nicholson of Houston, TX. He has four children; Jaylen (17), Courtland (8), Laurence and Lauren (6). The family also has an Olde English Bulldog, Langston. Ricky is currently pursuing his doctorate at the University Houston (Professional Leadership). He obtained his Master's in Education Administration from Concordia University Texas and his Bachelors of Business Administration from Langston University.
Principal's Office Phone: 409-938-4261 x5505