Highlander Family Newsletter
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Hello Highlander Families,
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re excited to celebrate the incredible educators who show up for our students every single day. Their dedication, care, and heart make North the place it is 💛
We’re wrapping up the week with a Dessert Bar on Friday, May 8, and we’d love your help in making it extra special. If you’re able, consider dropping off a treat in the front office that morning — all desserts are welcome (we appreciate gluten-free and vegan options too!).
Looking ahead, it’s a full week at North: IB exams begin next week, our theater production of Fiddler on the Roof continues, and PROM is this weekend on May 9 ✨
📌 A quick reminder: guest request slips are due Wednesday
Thank you for helping us celebrate our staff and support our students during this busy and exciting time of year!
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Our teachers show up every single day with care, dedication, and heart for our students — and we’d love your help in celebrating them!
We’re hosting a Dessert Bar on Friday during lunch as a small way to say THANK YOU, and we’re inviting families to contribute if they’re able.
👉 You can drop off desserts in the front office the morning of Friday, May 8
👉 All treats are welcome — homemade or store-bought
👉 We do have some gluten-free needs and a couple of vegan staff members if you’re able to accommodate
This is always such a special way for our staff to feel appreciated, and we’re so grateful for the support of our families in making it happen.
Thank you for helping us take care of the people who take such great care of our students 💛
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Hello Highlander Families,
It is very important that students attend Advisory on Tuesday, May 5 for forecasting.
During this time, students will be finalizing their course selections for next year. This is a key step in building an accurate schedule, and we want to make sure every student is present and supported.
If you have not yet seen your student’s forecasting sheet, please ask them to share it with you and take a few minutes to talk through their choices together.
Thank you for your partnership in helping your student plan ahead! 💛
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Forecasting for the 2026–2027 school year begins next week and will take place during upcoming Advisory lessons and IN OTHER CLASSES.
Students will be exploring course options, learning about pathways, and selecting classes for next year over the following dates:
📅 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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IB testing runs May 4–May 13 — we’re wishing all of our IB students focus, confidence, and success as they show what they know 💪
📅 Be sure to check the public calendar for specific dates and times
You’ve got this, Highlanders! 💛
#NEHS #IBExams #HighlanderPride #FinishStrong
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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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The Eugene Emeralds are hosting a Special Olympics-Unified Night on Friday, May 8th at PK Park. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our students and the Unified program — and $6 from every ticket purchased goes directly to fund the 4J School District Unified Program.
Friday, May 8th
PK Park
Eugene Emeralds vs. Vancouver Canadians
Gates Open at 5:30 PM | First Pitch at 6:35 PM
Unified Athletes take the field at 5:15 PM
Our Unified Athletes will be on the field before the game — it would mean so much to them to see familiar faces in the stands cheering them on. Come out for a fun Friday night of baseball and show your support for our program.
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Dear Students, Parents, and Faculty,
Our talented artists have submitted beautiful multi-media pet portraits that now brighten the walls of the Veterinary Hospital across the street—a community clinic that has cared for animals and
their families for more than four decades.
We are thrilled to invite you to visit the Veterinary Hospital to see the North Eugene High School Pet Portrait Exhibition where students share the love they feel for their pets through this special art
exhibition. Your drawings, paintings, or mixed‑media pieces will be displayed at the Veterinary Hospital, giving the clinic’s visitors a glimpse of the creativity and compassion that lives in our school
community.
Student’s artwork brightens a place where people come for their pet’s comfort and care. Imagine a visitor’s smile when they see North Eugene High School student artist’s portrait of a wagging tail or a cat curled up in a sunny spot. Art student’s pet portrait art spreads joy, raises awareness about responsible pet ownership, and shows how much our animal friends mean to us.
A heartfelt thank‑you to Blick’s Art Supplies
This spring’s exhibition would not have been possible without the generous support of Blick Gives Back. Blick contributed a $497.56 grant of brushes and water‑colors, which our artists used to create the vibrant mixed‑media pieces featured in the show. Their commitment to arts education helps our students share the love they feel for their pets with the broader community.
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Let’s hear it for our incredible Highlanders recognized across the 4J district 👏
These are the folks who show up, go above and beyond, and make North what it is 💛
We see you. We appreciate you. We’re lucky to have you.
#NEHS #GoldenApple #HighlanderPride
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Selena Briganti and Victor Williams have both been awarded the Ford Family Scholarship!!!
In case you don't already know, The Ford Family Scholars program covers up to 90% of a student's entire college costs and helps students as they navigate the college process with mentoring, alumni networking, etc.
Selena and Victor have both decided to attend the University of Oregon. 🦆💛💚
Please help us in congratulating them!!!
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Senior Checkout will take place the week of May 11 during lunch and is a required step for all seniors preparing for graduation.
During checkout, students will clear important items like textbooks, technology, fees/fines, and final approvals.
👉 Once all items are checked off, students will receive their cap & gown and graduation tickets.
Encourage your senior to take care of any outstanding items ahead of time so they’re ready to go!
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This FREE, week‑long pre‑college program, held on the University of Oregon campus, gives students the opportunity to experience college life while engaging in hands‑on, interactive learning with UO’s outstanding faculty. SAIL is open to Oregon high school students from low‑income backgrounds, and our goal is to inspire students to pursue, enroll in, and succeed in higher education.
Program Options
This summer, students may choose between two program formats:
Residential Program
- July 12–17
- Open to rising juniors and seniors
- Students arrive Sunday afternoon and are picked up Friday by 4:30 p.m.
- Students live and eat on campus, staying in UO residence halls
- Evening activities may include music and dance, community‑building events, campus exploration, and career networking with local professionals
Day Program
- July 20–24
- Open to rising freshmen through rising seniors
- Runs Monday–Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Lunch and snacks provided daily
In both programs, students will explore a variety of academic subjects through fun, social, and engaging activities led by distinguished UO faculty.
How to Apply
More information can be found here:
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The 4J MAPS Assn. Scholarship for First Generation College Bound Students is now OPEN!
North Eugene HS will have one $1,000 winner.
Due Date is Thursday, May 14th
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Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:30-6:30 pm, 4J Education Center, 200 North Monroe St, Eugene
Do you or your child want to learn how to ride a bike? Join 4J, Bethel, and Springfield Safe Routes to School programs, the City of Eugene, the City of Springfield, Shift Community Cycles and Cascadia Mobility for this fun event with bike checks, free helmets and information about bike share.
We’ll start with balancing and gliding without pedals or training wheels. Some will learn to pedal in one session, while others may need more practice to reach that final goal. You don’t need your own bike to participate, but please bring a helmet and bike if you have one. Contact Safe Routes to School at mazze_s@4j.lane.edu or albee_b@4j.lane.edu with questions or to volunteer.
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Join us for a wild Spring plant adventure with clinical herbalist and amateur ethnobotanist, Ana Bradley. We will use our owl eyes and raccoon touch to identify, thank, and try a variety of plant friends in the Dorris Ranch wild areas. Meet, taste, and try lush spring plants such as Stinging Nettle (learn how to safely eat and to make cordage!), Plantain, and Licorice Fern. Together we will learn the life-saving skills of ethical harvesting and plant identification to meet our new plant friends for food, medicine, and tools!
Pre-Registration required.
Location: Dorris Ranch Living History Village, 205 Dorris St. Springfield, OR
Date: May 9, 2026, 1pm – 2:30pm
Cost: $12 per person
Ages 8 years old and up, adults welcome.
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Gain valuable work experience helping in our day camps for ages 6 -11 on topics such as history and nature. Fun and educational!
History and Nature Spring/Summer Camps
2026 Dates
Learn about teen helper opportunities at our camps here.
We have been doing children’s history-based summer camps since 2008!
Times are Monday- Friday 9am to 3pm (except where noted.) Children aged 6-10 are welcome (Ages 7 – 11 for Earth Ways).
Eleven year olds may also register if they are really into the theme and motivated- they may be asked to help out a bit with the younger ones. Children bring their own lunches and water bottle each day.
Cost: $250 per week
Siblings in the same camp: $220 each per week.
Native American tribal members: Earth Ways camp is only $40 for tribal members.
Scholarships for low income families are available, see the form below.
Camps are limited to 10 children.
Location
Dorris Ranch Living History Village
205 Dorris Street, Springfield, OR
The park is open dawn to dusk. Pull into the main driveway then turn left and go up the hill to the parking lot by the bathrooms. Follow the bike path a few steps and you will see the sign for the village.
Time: 9am to 3pm each day
( After-care may be available for your child if you need it; contact us for info)
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May 19 (Tue), 20 (Wed) & 21 (Thu), 2026 *Pacific Daylight Time
We hope this message finds you well.
The Japanese College Fair – Spring 2026 will be held online on May 19, 20 and 21, 2026.
Participating universities offer a wide range of programs designed to support students interested in studying in Japan, including English-based admissions and courses, scholarships for international students, fall enrollment, and transfer options from colleges abroad.
For more details about the participating universities, how to join, and the fair program, please visit the link below:
Pre-registration is required (Free)
If you would like to participate in this event, please complete the registration form below.
Further instructions on how to join the fair will be sent to you by email at a later date.
We would greatly appreciate your support in sharing information about this event with students, parents, communities, and educational institutions.
This fair will feature 8 leading Japanese universities that actively welcome international students.
[Participating Universities]
Aoyama Gakuin University
Chukyo University
Doshisha University, Institute for the Liberal Arts (ILA)
iCLA at Yamanashi Gakuin University
Kaishi Innovation University (Online)
Ritsumeikan University
Temple University, Japan Campus
Yokohama National University
If you have any questions or inquiries regarding this event, please feel free to contact us at the email address below.
ATTN: Tomomi Nakamura
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Join the North Eugene High School Booster Club for the Spring Membership meeting:
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When: Tuesday, May 26th at 6:00-7:00 PM
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Where: NEHS Library
During this meeting, we will provide updates on ways to get involved and our accomplishments for the 2025-2026 school year.
We will also be holding Executive Board Officer Elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
Please note that you must be a current member of the Booster Club to run for an officer position. If you are interested in learning more about Officer Duties & Responsibilities, please email nehsbooster@gmail.com. We appreciate your time and support of the performing arts, club activities, and athletics programs at North Eugene High School.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Go Highlanders!
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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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