Dear Churchill Families,
It was amazing to see all the families who came to our Open House on Tuesday! We hope you were able to connect with our incredible staff and witness firsthand just how much we care about the students here at Churchill.
Please note that there is no school this Friday. Enjoy the long weekend with your family!
Building Strong Attendance Habits
We would appreciate your help in reminding students about the importance of showing up to school every day and arriving on time. Learning to be punctual is one of the single biggest skills students can develop to ensure success in their future careers.
When speaking with local businesses that hire teenagers, the number one reason they report having to let young employees go is frequent absences or showing up late. While showing up late to a class isn't the end of the world, it builds habits that easily transfer into life after high school. Helping your student prioritize on-time attendance now sets them up for long-term success.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!
Go, Lancers!
Kevin Rodemack, Principal
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📅 Monday, October 5 | 🟦 A Day
🌐 Eugene IHS Welcome Parent Night (Ed Center Auditorium, 200 N Monroe St), 7:00 – 8:00 pm
📅 Tuesday, October 6 | 🟥 B DAY
🥫 CHS Food Pantry, 3:45 PM – 4:45 pm
📅 Wednesday, October 7 | 🟦 A Day
🎓 University of Oregon Visit, 10:45 – 11:15 am
🚪 Office closes at 2:45 for all-staff meeting
📅 Thursday, October 8 | 🟥🧭 Advisory B Day
🎀 Little Lancer Cheer Clinic, 4:00 PM – 7:00 pm
📅 Friday, October 9 | 🚫🎒 NO SCHOOL | Professional Development Day
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🗓️ Monday, 10/12 | 🟦 A DAY
🗓️ Tuesday, 10/13 | 🟥 B DAY
🥫 CHS Food Pantry, 3:45 PM – 4:45 pm
🗓️ Wednesday, 10/14 | 🟦 A DAY
🎓 Seattle University Visit, 10:45 – 11:15 am
🗓️ Thursday, 10/15 🟥🧭 ADVISORY B DAY
🌐 IB Fees and Registrations due in IHS office
🗓️ Friday, 10/16 | 🟦 A DAY
🎓 Warner Pacific University Visit, 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
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If your student is absent due to illness, injury, an appointment, or a family emergency and you would like to request that the absence be excused, please contact the Attendance Office within two business days of the absence.
There are several convenient ways to report your student’s absence:
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Call: Leave a voice message on our 24-hour Attendance Line at 541-790-5102
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Email: Contact the Attendance Office at chs_attendance@4j.lane.edu
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ParentSquare: Report the absence through ParentSquare
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In person: Visit our school’s front office
Please contact the Attendance Office each day your student is absent. We appreciate you keeping us informed.
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The CHS Food Pantry reopens for the school year on Tuesday, October 6, from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM! The pantry is open weekly at these times when school is in session.
Community members can access the pantry from the parking lot nearest the football field off 18th Avenue. This resource is made possible through our partnership with FOOD for Lane County and the generosity of our Churchill community.
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Parents, caregivers, alumni, and community members are invited to help gauge interest and recruit volunteers for a new Friends of Churchill Booster Club! Join us on Monday, October 26, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the CHS Library to share your ideas for supporting athletics, clubs, and student activities. |
Families, please be aware of a phone scam in which callers ask for credit card information to pay for PSAT testing materials. Churchill High School and Eugene School District 4J will never call requesting payment information over the phone. If you receive one of these calls, do not provide any payment details. |
Churchill Cheerleading is hosting our Fall Little Lancer Cheer Clinic. This clinic helps our team fundraise for tumbling fees and props. If you have a future Lancer, register for our clinic using the link below!
Clinic Date: Thursday, October 8th from 4-7pm in the CHS Cafeteria
Performance: Friday, October 9th at the Lancer Football Game!
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Time: approximately 7:40pm
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Theme: PINK OUT!
Thank you for your Support of our Lancer Cheer Program!
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Lock in the lowest price of the year by purchasing your 2027 Yearbook for $65 in the front office or online before December. Seniors and senior families—don't miss out on a favorite Churchill tradition! Submit your baby photos and special family dedications before the start of winter break to feature your graduate in this year's book.
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The Graduation Party is community-sponsored. Liability is the responsibility of the organizers.
Senior parents and guardians are invited to an informational meeting on Wednesday, October 7, at 6:30 PM at Living Hope Church (2801 W 18th Ave). Join former Co-Chair Mariah Mikel to learn more about taking on a Chair/Co-Chair role or joining the planning committee to steer this year's celebration!
If you are interested in heading up the committee or learning more about what the role entails, please come to this meeting or contact Jodie Hoberg at jnhoberg@gmail.com. Let’s work together to make the Class of 2027's celebration unforgettable!
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Help your student build independence, responsibility, and life skills with a free Lane Transit District (LTD) Student Transit Pass. Passes are completely free, safe, and valid throughout the school year and summer—saving families the stress of managing daily school drop-offs and pick-ups.
To get started, visit the Churchill main office and ask for an LTD Student Transit Pass today!
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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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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. |
High school students in grades 9–12 are invited to explore marine science careers at Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport on Thursday, October 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students will take part in hands-on activities and field sampling, tour research labs, and meet scientists to learn about their work. Students should bring a sack lunch, rain gear, and boots or shoes that can get dirty. Registration is required and costs $30 per participant. Parents are welcome to register their child individually.
Please note that this is a non-school-sponsored event, so families must provide transportation and notify the attendance office to excuse their student's absence.
Scholarship Application: Parents of individual students should inquire separately.
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KIDSPORTS is offering a variety of fun fall classes to help youth and families stay active beyond team sports! Options include Afterschool Girls Mindfulness & Yoga, Afterschool Intro to Disc Golf, and Adult Country Line & Swing Dance.
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The Oregon Children’s Choir (OCC) welcomes K-12 graders to come sing with us! Learn to sing, make friends, and have fun! Choirs meet once per week and perform four concerts per year. Interested? Kids are welcome to attend a free rehearsal to give OCC a try. Registration and more information at OregonChildrensChoir.org. Scholarships and sibling discounts available. Oregon Children's Choir is a nonprofit arts organization, serving Lane County for 45 years. Tax ID #93-0849041.
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Fall sports are starting! If your student needs a sports physical, the Churchill Health Center sponsored by PeaceHealth is open. Feel free to call and schedule. See the attached flyer for information
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*Updated September 2026* Community Resource Guide: A comprehensive guide to Lane County providers and systems, curated by Relief Nursery. Includes specific Spanish-language sections for ESL and Immigration services.
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Food Finder (PDF): A quick-access guide to local food resources and programs.
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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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