Dear Churchill Families,
As we move further into the school year, I want to take a moment to share how proud and excited we are about the positive momentum here at Churchill. The year continues to go great, and we’re seeing so many wonderful things happening across our campus.
One area we’re especially proud of is how smooth our hallways have become during instructional time. Thanks to our updated tardy policy and the implementation of eHallPasses, hallway traffic has significantly decreased. This means more students are where they need to be—on time and in class—maximizing learning opportunities.
Just a reminder: students who are tardy twice in a single day or five times in a week will receive a lunch detention. We appreciate your support in reinforcing the importance of punctuality and responsibility at home.
We continue to be amazed by the respectful and kind behavior our Lancers are showing every day. It’s a reflection of the strong values we see in our students and families, and we couldn’t be more grateful.
As we head into October, our fall sports are really heating up! Our teams have been experiencing a lot of success, and we’d love to see you and your student in the stands, showing that Churchill pride and cheering on our athletes. Let’s keep the Lancer spirit alive both on and off the field!
With our new administration this year, we’ve made it a priority to be present, visible, and connected with our students. At the same time, we’re holding high expectations. We believe in supporting every student while also expecting them to be accountable for their actions, attendance, and academic effort. We expect all Lancers to be in school, in class, and striving to meet our high standards—because we know they’re capable of great things. We will continuously emphasize our school theme of the year, Be Present, Stay Present.
The feedback we’ve received so far this year has been overwhelmingly positive, and we truly appreciate your continued partnership in making this a fantastic year for our students.
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🗓️ Monday, 9/29
B DAY
📸 PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY
🗓️ Tuesday, 9/30
ADVISORY A DAY
Common Application Workshop, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
🗓️ Wednesday 10/1
B DAY
💰 FAFSA Application Opens
Bushnell University Visit, 10:45 am – 11:15 am
University of Denver Visit, 11:20 am – 11:50 am
🗓️ Thursday, 10/2
A DAY
🧹✨❤️ School Custodian Appreciation Day
🗓️ Friday, 10/3
B DAY
University of San Francisco Visit, 12:20 – 12:50 pm
Oregon State University Visit, 12:55 pm – 1:25 pm
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🗓️ Monday, 10/6
A DAY
🗓️ Tuesday, 10/7
B DAY
🗓️ Wednesday, 10/8
A DAY
WALK AND ROLL TO SCHOOL DAY🚶♀️🛹🚲
US Army Visit, 11:20 – 11:50 am
FAFSA Workshop, 2:30 – 4:20 pm
🗓️ Thursday, 10/9
ADVISORY B DAY: CLUB FAIR!
Montana State University Visit, 12:55 – 1:25 pm
🗓️ Friday, 10/10 — SCHOOL CLOSED
INSERVICE DAY
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Congratulations to Mr. Lance Eagen, who was recently honored as an outstanding educator by the College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation!
Mr. Eagen was nominated by a former student, now a current University of Oregon football player. As part of this recognition, he was awarded a $1,000 grant for his classroom and had a heartwarming reunion with his student.
What a fantastic and well-deserved honor! We are incredibly proud to have Mr. Eagen as part of our school community.
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Get a jump start on financial aid! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has opened early and is accepting applications now.
Key Action Items
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Before you start: Make sure you have your FSA ID. You need this to log in and sign your application.
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Need help? Attend our FAFSA Workshop on Tuesday, October 8, from 2:30 - 4:20 PM.
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Questions? See Mary Beth in the College & Career area of the Student Support Center.
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Honors Diploma
Seniors – It’s time to start thinking about Honors Diploma Recognition. To receive recognition, students must complete all three of the following:
- Earn an unweighted cumulative final GPA of 3.5 or better.
- Earn a minimum of 25 credit hours.
- Perform at least 120 hours of volunteer service during grades 9-12. 60 of these hours must be served in the community outside of Churchill.
This year, seniors need to submit their hour logs to Kari Ludington, School Counselor, by January 30, 2026. More information about the Honors Diploma can be found in the CHS Course Catalog, or see your Counselor with questions.
Community Service
When we talk about diploma options, we are frequently asked if community service is required for graduation. It depends on the type of diploma you are pursuing. We have different types of diploma options at Churchill:
International High School (IHS): IB Diploma and IHS Diploma.
IHS requires Creativity, Action, and Service hours (CAS Hours).
Churchill: Honors Diploma Recognition, Standard Diploma, Modified Diploma, Extended Diploma, Alternative Certificate.
The Churchill Honors Diploma Recognition requires community service. The other diplomas do not require community service.
How do you find community service?
Get involved. Consider joining a club at Churchill. Many have volunteer or service opportunities. Watch the announcements for volunteering needs at the school. Talk to your School Counselor or College & Career Coordinator, Mary Beth Hepp-Elam, about volunteer opportunities. Check organizations in the community. Many post volunteer opportunities on their websites.
Regardless of which diploma you are pursuing, community service is a fantastic way to engage with the community, show potential employers/colleges/scholarship committees that you’re involved, and give back.
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Sign up for alerts when our Churchill High School students need a helping hand with essential items that aren't provided by the school, like clothing, shoes, school supplies, and food.
We Are Always Gratefully Accepting Donations!
Here’s how you can contribute and spread some kindness:
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Shop from the Churchill High School Amazon Wish List to find items that our students need.
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Donate to Mike's Closet or the Churchill Food Pantry. We’re currently seeking food items such as Mac and Cheese Cups, Fruit Cups, and Granola Bars, as well as toiletries like feminine hygiene products, deodorant, and body wash. Clothing donations like new socks, underwear, and sweatshirts are also greatly appreciated.
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Small gift cards allow us to fill in gaps and ensure we have what we need to support our students!
Feel free to drop off any donations at Churchill’s Front Office, Attention: Mike's Closet.
Thank you for being a part of our community and for supporting our students!
Trista Neuman
15th Night Coordinator
neuman_t@4j.lane.edu
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4J District News and Events |
Eugene School District 4J is committed to open communication and keeping families informed. If you are not receiving emails and text messages from the district or your student’s school, please update your contact information with your student’s school.
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YOU'RE INVITED!
AN ESSENTIAL EVENING FOR FAMILIES NAVIGATING SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES IN THE EUGENE 4J SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Date & Time:
September 16, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM
Location:
Auditorium, Eugene 4J District Office
200 North Monroe Street
Eugene, OR 97402
Topics We'll Cover:
- Who is on the IEP Team? Find out the possible members for each grade level.
- What the IEP Covers: Goals, services, and supports.
- Where Services Happen: Classroom and beyond.
- When Key Events Occur: Timeline for evaluations and reviews.
- Resources & Takeaways: Helpful information for your journey.
Open to all families and caregivers. No registration needed.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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¡ESTÁN INVITADOS!
UNA NOCHE ESENCIAL PARA LAS FAMILIAS QUE NAVEGAN POR LOS SERVICIOS DE EDUCACIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE EUGENE 4J.
Fecha y hora:
16 de septiembre, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM
Ubicación:
Auditorio de las oficinas centrales del Distrito 4J
200 North Monroe Street
Eugene, OR 97402
Temas que cubriremos:
- ¿Quién está en el equipo del IEP?
- Descubra quienes pueden formar el equipo del IEO para cada nivel de grado.
- Lo que cubre el IEP: Metas, servicios y apoyos.
- Donde se brindan los servicios: En el aula y más allá.
- Cuando ocurren los eventos clave:
- Cronograma para evaluaciones y revisiones.
- Recursos y conclusiones: Información útil para su rrecorrido.
Abierto a todas las familias y cuidadores. No necesita registrarse.
¡Esperamos verlos!
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A group of students, parents, staff, and community members working to make schools more fair, inclusive, and supportive for everyone.
Speak with an Equity Manager for more information
Why it matters
- Student Voice in decisions
- Create real change
- Leadership roles for students
- Share student perspective with district leaders
- Representation for all communities
How It Works:
- Meets monthly (Sept-May), virtual option available
- Students are voting members
- Leadership roles: Student Lead Advisor + Associate Student Advisor
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Our Community News section contains information about community-sponsored events, activities, resources, and opportunities that may benefit our students and families. We do not share promotional information for for-profit organizations. Liability is the responsibility of the sponsoring organization. |
October 8, 2025 from 12-4pm Wheeler Pavilion at the Lane County Fairground
Join us for an afternoon of connecting with local experts, agencies, and partners who provide resources and services to the IDD community.
- Free to attend
- Raffle prizes, games, and activities
- Free food & beverages will be provided
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Having difficulty scheduling a sports physical for the Fall? Call the Churchill Health Center, sponsored by PeaceHealth.
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Register for ParentSquare: ParentSquare allows you to receive important information and alerts from your student's classroom and school. Registering allows you to set your notification preferences, among many benefits. Remember to register using the email address you provided your school. Register for ParentSquare
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