Communications Department News & Information

Two newcomers, one returning member elected to school board  Eugene School District 4J welcomes new and returning school board members! The May 16 election ballot included three 4J school board positions. In the two races that were contested, the successful candidates won by a substantial margin with a majority of the vote. Anne Marie Levis has been elected to continue ...

Arts & Technology Academy’s new building opens this fall Goodbye old school, hello new: Please join in a celebration and fond farewell to the former Jefferson Middle School building. Jefferson Farewell Celebration Arts & Technology Academy / former Jefferson Middle School building 1650 W. 22nd Ave., Eugene  Friday, June 9, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Arts & Technology Academy will soon move next door into ...

District proposes contract that would maintain full school year and class sizes, protect student time with teachers, provide compensation increases, maintain sustainable budget 4J’s Initial Proposal – Overview | Contract Language EEA’s Initial Proposal  The Eugene School District and the Eugene Education Association, which represents teachers and licensed specialists, have entered negotiations for a collective bargaining agreement to succeed the ...

Budget plan provides full school year, holds the line on class sizes, restores student supports, plans for future Proposed Budget Document  4J superintendent Dr. Gustavo Balderas presented his proposed budget to the district’s budget committee on May 8, setting in motion the budget process for the 2017–18 school year. The proposed general fund budget is about $191 million. The superintendent’s proposed budget plans to strengthen ...

LEGAL NOTICE:  Eugene School District 4J School District No. 4J, Lane County, Oregon Notice of Budget Committee Meeting A public meeting of the Budget Committee of Lane County School District 4J (Eugene Public Schools), Lane County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018, will be held at the ...

¡Adios! to River Road/El Camino del Río Elementary School’s 1953 building • New school opens this fall River Road/El Camino del Río Elementary School has a long and well-loved history in the River Road neighborhood. Starting this fall, the school will continue in its new building—so it’s time to say farewell to the old one. Farewell Celebration River Road/El Camino del Río Elementary School 120 ...

The annual special education reports for school districts across Oregon are available online. Eugene School District 4J provides a continuum of services to meet the needs of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The district works to ensure that all students have access to the general education curriculum, meet or exceed grade level standards, and develop the skills ...

Ballots due by May 16 at 8 p.m. Ballots have been mailed to voters in the May 16 election, which includes three positions on the Eugene School District board of directors. To be counted, ballots must be received by the elections office no later than Tuesday, May 16, at 8 p.m. The 4J school board is elected from the district at ...

Local educators honored in business-sponsored awards program Nearly 90 4J teachers, administrators, classified staff and volunteers, as well as many educators from the Springfield and Bethel school districts, were honored at the 2017 ACE (A Champion in Education) Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 25. The ACE Awards are sponsored by the local business community to recognize exemplary work by educators in ...

LEGAL NOTICE:  Eugene School District 4J School District No. 4J, Lane County, Oregon Notice of Budget Committee Meeting A public meeting of the Budget Committee of Lane County School District 4J (Eugene Public Schools), Lane County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018, will be held at the ...

89 staff and volunteers honored in business-supported educator awards program Public school staff and volunteers make a difference for kids and deserve appreciation every day. In a show of that appreciation, parents, colleagues and community members have honored nearly 90 outstanding 4J employees and volunteers with a nomination for the 2017 ACE (A Champion in Education) Awards. ACE Award “Champions” are ...

Parent info nights April 17 and 26 The safety of our students is of the utmost importance. The district has updated protocols for improving school safety, and students will learn about updated safety concepts and strategies this spring. Parents are invited to two information nights in April to learn more. Parent Information Nights: Student Safety Training • Monday, April 17, 7:00–8:00 p.m. • Wednesday, April ...

Voter registration deadline is April 25 Voters will decide on May 16 who will fill three of the seven positions on the Eugene School Board. The other four positions will be on the ballot in 2019. Candidates:  Position 2: Anne Marie Levis, Maya Rabasa Position 3: Mary Leighton, Judy Newman, Jerry Rosiek Position 6: Evangelina Sundgrenz Board members are elected from the district ...

April 4: Drop in to review and provide input on curriculum under consideration  WHAT:    Open house: Review high school science curricula WHEN:    Tuesday, April 4, 5–6 p.m. WHERE:  4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St., Eugene Eugene School District 4J will soon adopt new high school science curriculum, using bond funds approved by voters in 2013. New ...

Free workshop about social media and internet safety WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 6:30–8:00 p.m. WHERE: Boys and Girls Club of Emerald Valley, 1545 W. 22nd Ave., Eugene FOR: All intere­sted parents and community members Parents and community members are invited to an information night about social media, the internet, and youth safety. Come for the inside scoop on how to protect your child, ...