Hello Highlander Families,
Welcome to our new North Eugene newsletter!
We’ve pulled everything for the week into one place to keep it easy to stay informed and connected.
All updates are below ⬇️ — take a look and let us know what you think!
GO NORTH!!
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Friday, April 24th | 4 – 7pm
Café Yumm! – Green Acres location
Dine in, take out, or drive thru — any way you order counts! Just let them know you're with the:
GroupRaise Meal for NEHS Multilingual Scholars Club
and 20% of your meal goes directly to our Bilingual Summer School Program, supporting staffing, field trips, and hands-on learning for our students.
Treat yourself to dinner AND make a difference. Share this with friends & family — the more people who show up, the more we raise!
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Forecasting for the 2026–2027 school year has begun and will take place during upcoming Advisory lessons.
Students will be exploring course options, learning about pathways, and selecting classes for next year over the following dates:
📅 April 8 – Elective Fair Sign Ups
📅 April 16 – Elective Fair
📅 April 21 – Course selection begins
📅 May 5 – Course entry into Synergy (final step)
We encourage families to talk with your student throughout this process — ask about classes they’re considering, their interests, and their plans for next year.
You can also review the Curriculum Guide together here:
This is an important opportunity for students to make thoughtful choices about their academic path, and your support makes a big difference.
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To help students prepare for midterms, we have one more additional FOCUS session on:
📅 April 8
This extra sessions is a great opportunity for students to catch up, get support, and finish strong heading into midterms. We encourage all students who could use a boost to take advantage of this time.
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On Tuesday April 7th we are inviting all incoming families to our 8th Grade Preview Night at North Eugene High School!
When: Tuesday April 7th 6:00pm - 8:00pm (Tours from 5pm)
Where: North Eugene High School Gymnasium
Who: Any family with an incoming 9th grader
Why: To learn more about our academic programs, learn more about clubs, sports, and affinity groups, and to meet our administrators, teachers, and the 9th grade team!
You will also hear our band and meet our cheer squad! Short tours will be given between 5 and 6pm, and snacks will be offered.
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Testing Day is Thursday, April 9. This is a required attendance day for all students. Special lessons and activities are planned for all grade levels, and the day will follow an early release schedule.
Please see the specific instructions for your grade level below:
🎓 11th Grade: SAT Registration
The SAT is an optional college entrance exam offered for free during the school day. Students must "opt-in" to participate.
📖 10th Grade: PreACT
All 10th graders are automatically registered for the PreACT to help prepare for college and career pathways.
This day is an early release day.
This test is provided, for free, by the Oregon Department of Education. It is an opportunity for all 10th graders in Oregon to take a college entrance practice test, helping us see that your child is on track for college and career readiness.
With the PreACT, you and your child can get useful information to help guide them to choose the right high school courses, think about ways to work on areas for improvement, and continue discussions about their college and career interests.
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If you have questions about testing day, please contact your counselor:
Miguel Garcia,
9th-10th grades,
last name Lo-Z
(541) 790-4539
garcia_m@4j.lane.edu
Joy DeMoss,
11th-12th grades,
last names A-La
(541) 790-4535
demoss_j@4j.lane.edu
Aura Solomon,
11th-12th grades,
last names Le-Z
(516) 441-4533
solomon_a@4j.lane.edu
Joni Sherman,
9th - 10th grades
(541) 790-4534
sherman_jo@4j.lane.edu
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Oregon State Testing (OSAS) for 11th Grade Students
North Eugene 11th grade students will be participating in the Oregon Statewide Assessments (OSAS) over the next several weeks. These statewide tests help teachers and schools understand how students are doing academically and where we can continue to grow and improve.
There are also benefits for students. Strong scores on these assessments can sometimes allow students to skip college placement tests and even some entry-level college classes—no matter when they begin college, even if they take a gap year.
The results also help North Eugene teachers better understand our students’ strengths and areas for growth, and provide a broader snapshot of student learning for our community.
📚 ELA (English Language Arts)
April 13–16
Families who would like to learn more about the assessments or access opt-out forms can visit the district website or check the family newsletter for additional information.
Thank you for helping ensure students arrive rested and ready to do their best during testing.
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BRING A FULLY CHARGED LAPTOP FOR TESTING DAY
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Families and students have been asking about the IB Exam schedule for this May, especially since we have over 140 North juniors and seniors testing this year. We’re sharing the calendar here so everyone can review the dates and plan ahead.
Please take a moment to look over the schedule to note your exam days and times.
If you have any questions about specific exams or scheduling, please reach out and we’ll be happy to help.
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Prom is coming up on May 9 at Wheeler Pavilion!
Theme is DREAM TIME
🕗 8:00–11:00 PM
🎟 $35 per ticket
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during lunch or use the QR code |
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300+ FREE Dresses in ranging styles and sizes!
When?
April 17th right after school!
Where?
In the commons!
Please come!
Free dresses for you!
FREE FREE FREE!!
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Join us for a Dance Fitness Fundraiser led by a local professional instructor. Expect high-energy music, pop & hip hop hits, and great vibes.
Saturday, April 25th | 11am – 12pm
Dance Studio @ NEHS
Suggested donation: $5+
Every dollar goes directly toward staffing, field trips, and learning experiences for our bilingual summer scholars. Bring a friend — the more the merrier!
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Miners Graduate Services will be on campus Monday, April 6 to deliver graduation announcements to students who ordered them.
Seniors and families can pick up announcements during lunch.
If your family ordered announcements, please remind them to stop by and pick them up.
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As we head into the final weeks of April and May, it’s really important that you are attending Advisory regularly. This is where you’ll get key graduation updates, reminders, and support to make sure everything is completed on time.
📸 Senior Panoramic Photo – April 21
Make sure you’re there — this is a once-in-a-lifetime photo you don’t want to miss!
We also want your input 👇
👉 Complete the survey to vote on a theme for the photo: [link]
Let’s stay connected, stay on track, and enjoy these final moments together 💛 #ClassOf2026
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One of the best traditions of senior year is coming up! Senior Breakfast is a chance to celebrate together, share some laughs, and kick off the final stretch of the year with your classmates.
Make sure to sign up using the Google Form so we know you’re coming and can plan accordingly.
👉 Be sure to also check the Highlander Grad Guide for the latest updates, deadlines, and everything you need to know as graduation gets closer. The Grad Guide is a living document, so check back often for new information.
Let’s finish the year strong, Class of 2026! 🎓
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Class of 2026 Checklist
As we begin the final stretch toward graduation, we want to make sure all seniors are on track for a smooth and stress-free finish.
Each senior is responsible for completing their
Graduation Checklist, which includes:
✔ Uploading transcripts to Xello (CCC #106)
✔ Clearing fines (including parking fees)
✔ Returning library books and textbooks
✔ Completing cap & gown pickup
✔ Submitting diploma name card (#109)
✔ Returning school-issued technology
👉 Students can check their status here:
Important to know:
- Students will still be able to participate in the graduation ceremony
- However, diplomas will be held if any of the above items are not completed
Students may continue using their current technology and class materials through the end of the school year — this process is focused on past-due items and obligations.
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📅 Senior Checkout Week: May 11–15 (during lunch)
We will be working directly with seniors during lunch all week to help them complete their checklist, clear items, and prepare for graduation.
We strongly encourage students to begin taking care of these items now to avoid last-minute stress.
Thank you for your support in helping our seniors cross the finish line! 🎓
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The YMCA is excited to share information about our upcoming youth programs and opportunities for the 2026–2027 school year.
We will be opening registration at the end of April for the following programs:
- Summer Camps
- YMCA Preschool Programs
- Before & After School Care (2026–27 school year)
These programs are designed to support working families while providing children with a safe, enriching, and engaging environment rooted in YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Attached, you will find our registration flyer with key dates and program highlights.
You may also share our Summer Camp 2026 Brochure using the link below:
We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this information with families at your school. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or would like additional materials.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting youth and families in our community.
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Yujin Gakuen is hosting our annual Kodomo no Hi festival next Friday, April 10th, from 5:00-7:00 pm! This event is open to the public, and we are looking for volunteers to make the event a success. Volunteer shifts will be available in 30-minute increments from 3:00-8:00pm (this is a no school day so early arrival is also ok!). Community service hours can be earned so feel free to sign up for multiple shifts if you can!
When: Friday, April 10, 2026
Where: Yujin Gakuen Immersion School, 2855 Lincoln Street, Eugene, OR
Prior to the event, an email with day of specifics will be sent out to volunteers. We are working on having snacks available to all our volunteers as a thank you for working the event.
If you cannot volunteer, we would still love to see you at this wonderful community event celebrating Children's Day!
Thank you for your support!
YG PTO
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Pokemon Club is hosting their first Pokemon Tournament at Crow Middle/High School on April 25 from 12 - 6 pm. We are hoping that your school can help us promote this event to students who might be interested in participating. We know that sometimes, this demographic of students do not get 'recognized' and/or 'celebrated' as much as others and we want to make sure we create a safe space for this to happen. Please let us know if you have any questions, whatsoever and thank you for helping us provide this event for our local teens. Please see flyer for details. |
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:
- (541) 790-4500
- northeugene@4j.lane.edu
- nehs.4j.lane.edu
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