Communications Department News & Information

Información en español Get behind the wheel for a rewarding job with competitive wages, benefits, and service to the local community Apply Now: School Bus Driver or Bus Aide Looking for a rewarding job, or a way to help support schools and your community? Be a part of the driving force at Eugene School District 4J. The district is ...

Información en español Young people at risk of overdose from fentanyl in counterfeit pills   One pill can be deadly. Prevention experts urge parents to talk to your kids about prescription drug use, the risk that potentially lethal fentanyl could be in pills bought online or from a peer without their knowledge, and know how to respond to ...

Información en español New career technical education program takes students from the classroom to job site to learn high-demand skills 4J students are gaining trade skills with hands-on learning in a new career technical education program that’s open to students at any 4J high school. For six weeks this spring, a group of 4J high school students traded ...

Información en español June 29, 2022 School Board Special Meeting On Wednesday, June 29, the school board held a special meeting. The session was open to the public via live video on Zoom. Special Meeting The board convened a brief special meeting following an executive (nonpublic) session. The board voted to substantiate a complaint and directed that a letter be ...

Información en español Dr. Andy Dey begins role as superintendent of schools  Eugene School District 4J has a new superintendent. Dr. Andy Dey (pronounced “Dye”) began his new role as 4J superintendent on July 1, 2022. Dr. Dey has two decades of experience in K–12 education. Before becoming superintendent, he served as the district’s director of secondary education, overseeing ...

Información en español Looking back, looking forward The past couple years have been an exceptionally challenging time for our families, our schools, and our society. Now, at the end of the 2021–22 school year, the pandemic is waning and life is returning to a semblance of normal. Despite the many challenges, Eugene School District 4J and our students ...

Información en español Priority deadline to submit requests to enroll in Eugene Online Academy is July 15  As the pandemic wanes, more families are returning to in-person learning, while others remain interested in online learning options.  Eugene School District 4J will offer online learning through the Eugene Online Academy for students in grades K–12 in 2022–23:  Elementary school: Online ...

Información en español District providing continuing education, enrichment, and healthy meals this summer Summer is here, and with it some no-cost opportunities for students. Summer programs for academic learning and enrichment help students boost their well-being, expand their learning and remain engaged with peers. 4J is directly providing several summer learning programs, and is also funding several ...

Información en español Free breakfast and lunch available for all youth at several locations in July and August* Summer is here and school is out—but some 4J cafeterias are still cooking. Kids’ need for healthy food to grow, learn and thrive doesn’t end when school lets out for the summer. The Summer Food Service Program works to ...

Información en español Vaccine recommended for everyone 6 months and older, boosters for age 5 and up Vaccines are the best protection against getting and spreading COVID-19 if exposed at school, childcare, summer camp or anywhere else. COVID-19 vaccines now are authorized and recommended for all children age 6 months and older. Booster shots are recommended for everyone age 5 and ...

Información en español When to contact schools, district offices, school health centers School is out for summer, but you can still get in touch with a school or the district before school resumes in September. Most central office staff work year-round. High school office staff work on a limited schedule during the summer. Elementary and middle school ...

Información en español Like, share, and view online video of 4J’s high school commencements 4J’s Class of 2022 has walked the stage, turned their tassels and tossed their graduation caps. But some memories never fade. Friends and family members can relive their favorite moments from this year’s high school commencements watching recordings now available online. This year’s graduating ...

Información en español Dr. Andy Dey named to lead Eugene School District 4J starting in July The Eugene School Board has voted to hire Dr. Andy Dey as the next superintendent of Eugene School District 4J. He will be the district’s 25th superintendent starting in July. Dr. Dey was selected as the board’s top candidate after a months-long ...

Información en español New leaders named for 2022–23 school year Several 4J schools and departments have new leadership for the coming school year. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS • Awbrey Park Principal: Jared Tiecke • Camas Ridge Principal: Dr. Hobie Blackhorn • Charlemagne Principal: Joe Hadley • Chinese Immersion School: Jennifer Hebard • Edison Principal: David Hulbert • Spring Creek: K.C. Bodily MIDDLE SCHOOLS • Kennedy Middle School: Jennifer ...

Información en español Farewell celebration June 16 offers final look at 73-year-old building to be demolished this summer Camas Ridge Farewell Celebration 1150 East 29th Avenue Thursday, June 16, 4:30–7 p.m. Drop in and join the celebration! Share memories • Snap selfies • See friends and teachers Sneak a peek at some Camas Ridge classrooms one last time! RSVP and invite friends For more than ...