Communications Department News & Information

Parents, public invited to discuss schedules and provide input to school board Community Forum: School Schedules Wednesday, April 18, 5:30–6:30 p.m. 4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St., Eugene Eugene School District 4J is moving to a standard schedule and consistent calendar for all schools in 2018–19. This will: • ensure that all schools meet state standards for adequate instructional time • ...

All schools will now follow district calendar Elementary, middle, high schools better aligned School bell schedules still under discussion Elementary School Calendar  Middle & High School Calendar The school board has approved the 2018–19 school year calendars, which determine which days students will be in school. Daily and weekly school bell schedules are still under discussion. Key dates for 2018–19 include: First ...

Funds will be awarded if voters approve a bond measure in November  Eugene School District 4J will be awarded $8 million in state matching grant funds if a capital bond measure is approved by voters in November 2018. The Eugene School Board is developing a potential bond measure to be placed on the election ballot. The ...

Calendar and schedule will be decided this spring, implemented next fall Eugene School District 4J will move to a consistent calendar and schedule for all schools in 2018–19. The schedule will be decided this spring after input from families, school staff and community members. Kids need to be in school, engaged in high-quality teaching and learning, as much as ...

Karen Meats’ name graces new softball field at South Eugene South Eugene High School’s new softball field has been named in honor of 1964 graduate Karen Meats. Ms. Meats was a standout female athlete, coach, and pioneer in the development of athletic opportunities for girls, before and after Title IX, the 1972 federal law requiring gender equity ...

District leader invites community for coffee and conversation Coffee With the Superintendent Thursday, March 15, 1–2 p.m. 4J Education Center 200 N. Monroe St., Eugene (invite your friends!) You’re invited: Drop in on Thursday afternoon for coffee and casual conversation with 4J Superintendent Gustavo Balderas. This informal gathering is open to everyone. Do you want to talk with the superintendent, learn about important ...

Drop in to review and provide input on curriculum options World language curriculum open house: Review new middle and high school options Monday, March 12, 6–8 p.m. (drop-in) 4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St., Eugene (invite your friends!) New Spanish, French, Japanese and American Sign Language learning materials will be coming to middle and high schools next fall! Parents and ...

Transfer applications due Sunday, April 1 Apply now Eugene School District 4J welcomes families who live outside of the district boundary to apply to enroll in 4J schools. Open enrollment applications are due Sunday, April 1, at midnight. The Eugene School District has a long history of school choice. The district’s school choice policy is that any student in ...

 4J school board asks, “What’s your priority?” The 4J school board wants to hear from you about how and when to replace or renovate buildings and materials that no longer serve our students well. The board is considering a potential bond measure to be placed on the November 2018 ballot, and is asking community members about ...

Thursday, February 22, 2018 — Eugene School District 4J schools will be open on a 2-hour delay due to weather conditions. Buses will use snow routes. ECCO and other programs on LCC campuses are closed. Evening activities are canceled. Jueves, 22 de febrero, 2018 — Escuelas empiezan dos horas mas tarde. Los autobuses utilizan las rutas de nieve. ECCO y otras programas ubicados en ...

Supporting students after tragedy in Florida   Mensaje en español a continuación  Dear 4J community, Our hearts are with the community of Parkland, Florida. Students and staff deserve to feel safe and be safe at school, and that safety was shattered in Parkland on Wednesday with a terrible act of violence. Our thoughts also are with our own students and families. ...

New high school team name to maintain school tradition without gender-specific name  South Eugene High School’s athletic team name will change from Axemen to Axe, following a recent community input and consideration process. The axe is a longstanding part of South Eugene High School’s history and tradition. The axe was the first symbol that students and athletes ...

Input sought on potential bond measure Eugene School District 4J is holding a community conversation, and we want to hear from you! The 4J school board is talking with the community about how and when to replace or renovate buildings and materials that no longer serve our students well. The board is considering a potential bond measure ...

Let’s chat! District leader invites you for coffee and conversation Coffee With the Superintendent Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10–11 a.m. Humble Bagel 2435 Hilyard St., Eugene (invite your friends!) Drop-in on Tuesday morning for coffee, morning treats and casual conversation with 4J Superintendent Gustavo Balderas! This informal gathering is an opportunity for the community members to talk with the superintendent, learn about important things ...

Pre-apply or drop in to interview  Special education teachers and specialists—we want YOU to join Team Eugene! Eugene School District 4J will hold a special day for special educators on Saturday, February 3, conducting interviews in the following areas: Special Education Teachers • School Psychologists • Speech Pathology • Physical Therapy Special Educator Interview Day Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, 9 a.m.–1 ...