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Family Newsletter 3/31

Posted Date: 03/30/25 (04:30 PM)
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Hello North Eugene families,

School will resume on TUESDAY, April 1—we look forward to seeing everyone back and ready for the final stretch of the school year!

Go Highlanders!

DISTRICT CALENDAR

IMPORTANT DATES

Tuesday, April 1
Back to School
Tuesday, April 1
North Scholars Applications Opens
Tuesday, April 1
Madison Middle School Visiting (incoming Freshmen)
Wednesday, April 2
Special FOCUS hours

NEHS HIGHLANDER STUDENT NEWS  

FOCUS WEDNESDAYS

There are upcoming special sessions of FOCUS on Wednesday, April 2nd and Wednesday, April 9th. FOCUS will be held in room 201 from 2:30pm - 4:00 pm on these days. We will also hold regular session FOCUS on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday on school days.

Highlander Spring Art Show in Honor of Amy Samson
Dear Highlander Families,
 
Our Eugene 4J district was shaken last October with news of the passing of Amy Samson, a beloved art teacher at North Eugene High School. Amy was killed in a car accident on the morning of Oct. 15 while driving to school.
 
Amy taught art at North since 2022, and taught art and language arts at Arts and Technology Academy (ATA) from 2015 to 2022. She began teaching in the Eugene School District at North in 1999.
 
Those of us who knew Amy - students and faculty alike - are still dealing with the loss. Now, thanks to a generous $2,000 donation from the North Eugene Retirees' Association (NERA), a scholarship has been established in Amy's name to honor her memory. The money will be used to fund a scholarship(s) for a North senior(s) with a demonstrated passion for art. The scholarship will be awarded this spring.
 
We are soliciting additional money for the scholarship fund in the hopes of expanding it to serve more students. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. 

Contributions to the Amy Samson Scholarship can be made in three ways:
  1. Checks can be sent to North Eugene High School, 250 Silver Lane, Eugene 97404, Attention Joni De Saint Phalle, finance clerk.
  2. Cash can be brought to Catherine Moran in the NEHS College Career Center. 
  3. Venmo = @Catherine-Moran-16 
Amy was known for her passion for teaching and connecting with students throughout her 4j career. By contributing to this fund, we can carry on her spirit of giving to the students of 4j.
 
Thank you for your generosity.

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A scholarship in Amy Samson's name and memory has been established for one Class of 2025 senior this year thanks to a $2,000 donation from NERA. All seniors are invited to apply. Students must submit three pieces of art (painting, ceramics, fiber arts, photography, digital art, etc.), write a short essay and personal statement, and include a letter of recommendation from a NE staff member.  (See attachments)   Scholarship Info here - please share with your students!

Deadline to apply is Monday, April 14th. Artwork and applications will be submitted to the College Career Center.

All contestants will have their artwork displayed for one week during the Spring Art Show, April 21-25, in the library. 

A selection committee will choose the winner and the decision will be shared in early May. 


OSAS State Testing is Upon Us - April 9

Attention:  11th Grade Students & Parents, 

State Testing Begins Wednesday, April 09, 2025 in the Aux Gym. 

Juniors Not Opted Out Must Report to Aux Gym 1st Period. (4J Required to administered Or. Statewide Assessment Tests)

If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to North’s Counseling or Front Office

Requesting a Testing Exemption (English Language Proficiency Assessment and/or Science) Parents, guardians, and adult students Unlike the opt-out process for Math and ELA, requests for exemptions for all other tests must satisfy the following conditions: "Be submitted in writing to the district (there is no standardized form), Include reasons for request (disability of religion), Propose an alternative learning activity for the student, Subject to district review and determination whether to approve" Click here for a template you can edit.

PLEASE NOTE: Hard Copy Opt-out Forms Must be Returned to Front Office ASAP. 

All Other Grades PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO LOANER Computers Available during State Testing!!

Important District Schedule Changes in April
The District has reached an approval for our schedules during the weeks of 4/7 and 4/14. We have made changes to the district calendar and are attaching a screenshot of what those weeks will look like.
 
The C day before grading allows students to connect with all of their teachers before grading day and it also maintains that we will not need to re-order the A/B sequence for the rest of the year. 
The SAT/Pre-ACT Testing day on 4/18th is a HALF DAY. Students will be released at 12:30pm. We are trying to give as much advance notice to parents that this is a half day and that buses will not be running an early schedule. They will be running a regular transportation schedule. Further Testing Day details will be forthcoming

Apply for North Scholar
Unified Sports Squad Gear
Unified gear and the 4J Unified team created a store with Squad Locker that keeps our store open year round. Here the link for the store that has more options for purchase. This is a fundraising tools for the Unified Program. 
Unified Store: https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/stores/4j-unified-sports-programs

 
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS

Student Volunteer Opportunity
Friends of the Eugene Public Library are seeking volunteers for the annual April Book Sale on April 12th or 13th. This is a great opportunity for 9th, 10th, and 11th graders to earn volunteer hours.

We appreciate all the help you have given in the past to support the Friends of the Eugene Public Library book sales. 
We would like to remind students to volunteer for the April Book Sale - especially students looking to earn service hours.

Attached is a flyer with a QR code to a Google sign-up form. After they sign up, they will be sent a link inviting them to volunteer for a particular shift.

Also here is a color poster announcing the dates and times of the April book sale for those who wish to attend.

Thank you!!

Judy Reyneke and Diana Zimmermann
Volunteer Coordinators
Friends of Eugene Public Library

If you would like to subscribe to the FEPL quarterly Newsletter just click on this link - 

https://friendseugenelibrary.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=31700773434360803143e120f&id=5487c54378
The Eugene Police Department’s Cadet Program offers students the chance to gain firsthand experience in law enforcement while developing leadership skills, teamwork, and confidence. Through a mix of classroom instruction, hands-on training, mentorship, and even police ride-alongs, cadets get a real taste of what it’s like to work in the field. The Cadet Program meets once a week on Wednesday evenings from 5pm to 8pm at the Eugene Police Department. 
Cadet Program Requirements:
  • Age: 15-20 years old
  • Education: High school student (grades 9-12), high school graduate, or GED program graduate, with a GPA of 2.0 or higher
  • Background: No arrests or convictions that would disqualify them from working as a Eugene police officer
  • Driver’s License: Must have or be able to get a valid driver’s license or instructional permit and maintain a good driving record
  • Background Check: Must pass a background investigation and interview
The Cadet Program is currently accepting applications through March 31st. Applicants will take a written test during the first week of April, with interviews scheduled for April 6th. Any applications submitted after March 31st will be considered for the next cycle in the fall. Please visit the website below for more information and to apply!
The application for the 2025 Young Women's Fire Camp hosted by the Eugene Springfield Fire Department is now live! 
YWFC is open to all female-identifying youth between the ages of 15-19 and is completely free to attend. This year’s camp is being held June 23rd - 27th from 8:30 – 5:00.
During this exciting camp, attendees will build confidence and leadership skills and explore Fire and Emergency Medicine Services as career options. Participants will spend the week engaging in hands-on activities related these careers, but most importantly, they will also learn about themselves and build connections with others. Our camp personnel support attendees as they participate in new and challenging activities in a safe, supportive environment. The camp focus is on mentorship, providing strong role models, and building grit and resiliency. YWFC is an incredibly fun and rewarding experience and we hope you will be able to share the information about this year’s camp with the youth in your arena.
Below is the link to the City of Eugene website, where you will find more information, a short video, and the participant on-line application. Attached you will also find a printable flyer and application to post or share.

Please note applications are due by May 1st, 2025.  All applicants will be notified of their participation status by May 6th, 2025. 
 

4J COMMUNITY NEWS

Safe Routes to Schools

Do you or your child want to learn how to ride a bike?

Join 4J Safe Routes to School and partners at a free learn to ride a bike event coming up. Helmets and bikes will be provided, or bring your own. 

  • Tuesday, April  29 from 5pm to 7pm at 4J Ed Center (200 North Monroe St, Eugene, OR)
    • Flyer and Facebook Event coming soon! 


Remember, these events are free and are for people of ALL AGES who do not yet know how to ride a bike!



NEHS Swag Store is Live!
You can always find drawstring bags,NE Logo water bottles, and pens/pencils/stickers in the front office for a great deal…we now have an online store that is open 24/7 365 for your convenience. Check us out! and let’s see the North Colors!