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Family Bulletin
Churchill High School Weekly Newsletter
September 20, 2024
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Go, Lancers!
Missy Cole
Principal, Churchill High School
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(BABAB)
Tuesday, 10/1 —
Advisory A Day
Club Fair at lunch
Wednesday, 10/2 —
School Custodian Appreciation Day
CHS Food Pantry, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Thursday, 10/3 —
Lane Community College Visit, 11:45 AM
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(ABAB, closed Friday)
Tuesday, 10/8 —
FIRE DRILL
Portland State University Visit, 11:45 AM
Wednesday, 10/9 — TESTING DAY
CHS Food Pantry, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Thursday, 10/10 —
University of San Francisco Visit, 11:45 AM
University of Idaho Visit, 2:00 PM
Friday, 10/11 — OFFICE CLOSED
Teacher Inservice Day
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Last Day to Drop a Class for Semester 1, October 3
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Lancers - especially juniors and seniors! The absolute last day to drop a class without getting a WD or WF on your record is October 3rd! See your counselor if you need to drop a class. |
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Churchill Families,
Thank you for supporting us in ensuring your student is attending classes on time. We want to make sure our communication with you is timely and informative when excessive unexcused tardies occur. We at Churchill High School want to ensure the safety of your child by being able to account for them.
Per our attendance policy, lunch detentions can be received when:
- A teacher identifies a student who has been tardy three times in their class
- When our student support team reviews overall weekly data of student attendance and three or more tardies have occurred across all classes
Students with excessive unexcused tardies may receive consequences from lunch detention to in-school suspension, depending on the severity of unexcused tardies.
We appreciate your support. Let us know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
CHS Student Support Team
Nelson Cornejo (Student Support Coordinator) - 541-790-5130/cornejo_n@4j.lane.edu
Dr. Lancelot Falcon (Assistant Principal, Student support M - Z) 541-790-5104/falcon_l@4j.lane.edu
Dr. Kim Vangel (Assistant Principal, Student support) A - L 541-790-5105/vangel_k@4j.lane.edu
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Familias de Churchill,
Gracias por apoyarnos para garantizar que su estudiante asista a clases a tiempo. Queremos asegurarnos de que nuestra comunicación con usted sea oportuna e informativa cuando se produzcan tardanzas injustificadas excesivas. En Churchill High School queremos garantizar la seguridad de su hijo al poder dar cuenta de ellos.
De acuerdo con nuestra política de asistencia, se pueden recibir detenciones durante el almuerzo cuando:
Un maestro identifica a un estudiante que ha llegado tarde tres veces en su clase
Cuando nuestro equipo de apoyo estudiantil revisa los datos semanales generales de asistencia de los estudiantes y se han producido tres o más tardanzas en todas las clases
Los estudiantes con tardanzas injustificadas excesivas pueden recibir consecuencias que van desde una detención durante el almuerzo hasta una suspensión dentro de la escuela, según la gravedad de las tardanzas injustificadas.
Agradecemos su apoyo. Háganos saber si tiene alguna pregunta.
Atentamente,
Equipo de apoyo estudiantil de CHS
Nelson Cornejo (Coordinador de apoyo estudiantil) - 541-790-5130/cornejo_n@4j.lane.edu
Dr. Lancelot Falcon (Subdirector, Apoyo estudiantil M - Z) 541-790-5104/falcon_l@4j.lane.edu
Dra. Kim Vangel (Subdirectora, Apoyo estudiantil) A - L 541-790-5105/vangel_k@4j.lane.edu
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Become a Churchill Community Responder
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A Churchill Community Responder is a volunteer that responds to “alerts” sent by the 15th Night Coordinator for needs specific to CHS students that have not been met by internal school resources. Types of alerts would be for items such as clothing, shoes, small household items, food or bedding, small gift cards, etc.
A Churchill Community Responder would receive a text message indicating a need. If the Responder can provide the need, they respond to the text message and work with the CHS Coordinator to secure and deliver the item. If you are unable to help with that alert you simply ignore the alert.
Purchase items off Churchill HS Amazon Wish List
Churchill’s Food Pantry/Clothing Boutique is always accepting donations.
Grab and Go Food Items- Mac and Cheese Cups, Fruit Cups, Jerky, Granola Bars, etc. Toiletries Items always in high demand (feminine hygiene products), deodorant, body wash, toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc. Clothing- New packages of Socks, Underwear (Men and Women) Sweatshirts, Sweatpants/Joggers/Leggings, Hats, Gloves.
**Small Gift Cards are always greatly appreciated as well. **
All items can be dropped off in Churchill’s Front Office Attn: Lance Falcon
Thank You for supporting our Churchill High School Students
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Community Service Opportunities At Adams Elementary
- 10-Week Commitment. Childcare volunteers are needed at Adams Elementary School for 10 evenings this fall. Volunteers will be trained (students may count training hours toward community service). Students will be trained as all employees are trained with safety and mandatory reporter training. This opportunity provides students a chance to get workplace training and experience with orientation procedures together with volunteer service. They also will be exposed to the Oregon Community Program staff and services, which could open doors for future employment! The volunteering begins Thursday, Oct. 10th, and runs through Thursday, December 19th. Each volunteer with have a supervisor at each session. Contact Dani Emrick, the PTC Group Leader at 541-743-4350, or email at danie@oregoncp.org. See the attached flyer for more information. Hurry! Training begins soon!
- 1-Evening Commitment. Adams Elementary STEM night on Friday, October 18, from 5-7 PM needs volunteers. Adam's students will explore many different areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics activities. Email Summer Kathol at the Adams Community Group, adamseugenepta@gmail.com by Monday, September 30th, if you are interested. A prompt response including the subject area you would help with is much appreciated!
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College & Career Visits
C&C Visits occur mostly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch in the Student Support Center unless otherwise noted. All interested students are welcome.
Lane Community College — Thursday, October 3rd
Portland State University — Tuesday, October 8th
University of San Francisco — Thursday, October 10th
University of Idaho (Moscow, ID) — Thursday, October 10th, at 2:00 pm
Oregon State University — Tuesday, October 15th
Willamette University (Salem, OR) — Thursday, October 17th
University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA) — Tuesday, October 22nd
Landmark College (Putney, VT) — Thursday, October 24th
Whitman College (Walla Walla, WA) — Friday, October 25th, 2024 at 2:00 pm
Scripps College (Claremont, CA) — Tuesday, October 29th
University of Portland — Thursday, October 31st
Oregon Air National Guard — Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 at 11:30 am
University of Redlands (Redlands, CA) — Thursday, November 7th
Western Oregon University (Monmouth, OR) — Tuesday, November 12th
Grand Canyon University — Traditional Campus (Phoenix, AZ) — Thursday, November 14th
Pacific University (Forest Grove, OR) — Tuesday, November 19th
Southern Oregon University (Ashland, OR) — Thursday, November 21st
US Army — Tuesday, December 3rd
US Navy — Tuesday, January 21st
US Navy — Tuesday, February 4th
US Navy — Tuesday, February 4th, 2025
US Army — Thursday, February 13th
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Who: All CHS area students and families needing food.
When: The Churchill food pantry will be open from 3-4:00 PM to the CHS community every Wednesday in October: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16 and 10/30.
Where: CHS cafeteria. Please park in the North Parking lot (along 18th).
What: Canned goods, Non-perishable foods, Frozen meat/veggies, bread, baking goods and condiments Based on availability.
Questions: Please contact: Zak Scotton, 541-972-3590
Interest in Supporting the food pantry or Mike’s Closet:
We gladly accept: Food, clothing, gift cards and financial support are always welcome, please connect with Zak to determine need.
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Dear Parents/Guardians of Seniors,
We are reaching out to remind you that SAT Testing Day for seniors who have registered is scheduled for Wednesday, October 9, 2024. This is an important milestone for students as they take steps toward their college and career goals.
To help your student be prepared for testing, here are a few reminders:
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Get a good night's rest: Encourage your child to rest well the night before the test.
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Eat a healthy breakfast: A nutritious breakfast will help your student stay focused throughout the exam.
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Arrive early: Testing begins at 8:30 AM, and we recommend arriving at least 15 minutes early to ensure a smooth check-in process.
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Bring necessary items: Students should bring the following on test day:
- An approved photo ID
- Their school-issued laptop (fully charged)
- Snacks and water (for breaks)
Please remind your student to leave electronic devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, at home or turned off during the test.
For seniors who have not registered for the SAT, they should still report to school for a condensed day of all 8 classes. This day will provide an opportunity to connect with teachers and catch up on any outstanding classwork. Lunch will be available, and dismissal will be at 12:30 PM.
If you have any questions about SAT Testing Day or the schedule for non-testing students, feel free to contact us. We appreciate your support as our seniors take important steps in their academic journey!
IMPORTANT: All Juniors and Seniors must update the Bluebook App on their student laptops. Instructions are in the attached quicksheets at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Dear Churchill High School Juniors and Parents,
We are reaching out to remind you about the upcoming PSAT (Preliminary SAT) for juniors on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Taking the PSAT is an important step in preparing for college admissions and can provide valuable insight into your student’s readiness for the SAT.
Here are a few key reasons why the PSAT is important:
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National Merit Scholarship Qualification: Juniors who score in the top percentiles may qualify for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program, which can open doors to additional scholarship opportunities and academic recognition.
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SAT Practice: The PSAT is great practice for the SAT. It helps identify areas of strength and where more focus is needed in preparation for college entrance exams.
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College & Career Resources: By taking the PSAT, your student can receive access to a variety of tools and resources for college and career planning through College Board.
If your student will not be taking the PSAT, they will follow a regular school day with a condensed 8-period schedule. This will give them the opportunity to check in with teachers, catch up on schoolwork, and get any additional help they may need. Lunch will be provided, and dismissal will be at 12:30 PM.
To help us plan for the day, please complete this short survey to let us know if your student will be participating in the PSAT on October 9, 2024:
Please respond to this survey by the end of the day on Tuesday, October 1st.
If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to reach out to our office.
IMPORTANT: All Juniors and Seniors must update the Bluebook App on their student laptops. Instructions are in the attached quicksheets at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Dear Parents of Freshmen and Sophomores,
We wanted to remind you of a few important details regarding October 9th. It will be a half-day of school with a condensed schedule of all 8 periods, providing students with an opportunity to connect with their teachers and catch up on schoolwork.
For some of our juniors and seniors, it will be a testing day. Lunch will be served, and dismissal will take place at 12:30 PM. However, please note that 4J buses will not arrive until 2:30 PM. We encourage you to make any necessary transportation arrangements for your student if needed.
We look forward to seeing your student on October 9th!
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Excusing Your Student's Absence
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To request an absence be excused due to sickness, injury, medical appointment, religious holiday, or family emergency:
- Inform the attendance office each day that your student is absent.
- Absences need to be excused within 2 business days.
- To excuse by voice message (24 hours): 541-790-5102
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To excuse by email: chs_attendance@4j.lane.edu
PRE-PLANNED ABSENCES OF THREE (3) OR MORE DAYS MUST be arranged in advance by filling out the pre-arranged absence form available in our front office or on our website at chs.4j.lane.edu/forms.
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STUDENTS ARE TO BE IN ATTENDANCE 80% OR MORE AND ON TIME IN ALL CLASSES
- When students arrive more than 10 minutes late (very late) to school, they will be given a late slip in the office. (First 10 minutes = tardy and teacher adjust)
- Students will take the late slip to their teacher.
- Students will place the late slip in a collection box on the teacher,s desk.
- Teachers will adjust student attendance in Synergy by the end of the period or the end of the day.
- When a student is chronically late or absent, attempts will be made to address the behavior, including meetings with guardians and an attendance plan, including ISS.
FIRST TARDY
The teacher will address the behavior with the student to review the policy and expectations.
SECOND TARDY
First tardy protocol, plus contact made home.
THIRD TARDY
Referral written.
REFERRAL #1
Lunch detention*, parent/guardian contacted.
REFERRAL #2
Additional lunch detention*, parent/guardian contacted.
REFERRAL #3
In-school suspension, attendance contract.
**Possible suspension from extracurricular activities.
In-person meeting with parent/guardian.
*Failure to attend assigned lunch detention will lead to an extra detention assigned, along with the original lunch detention.
**Students must maintain an overall attendance rate of 80% during the semester in which they participate in the activity and limit tardies, excused or unexcused.
ATTENDANCE BELOW 80% (excused or unexcused
- Immediate suspension from extracurricular activities (sports, competitions, dances, etc.)
- In-person meeting with parent/guardian.
- Attendance contract developed.
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NO CELL BELL TO BELL
Devices are off unless permission is given.
- Cellphones, headphones, earbuds, etc., should be removed and put away in the student’s backpack or teacher designated area during class time.
- Phones must be off or placed on silent mode.
- Devices MAY be used between classes, at lunch, before/after school in an appropriate manner.
- Devices are NOT to be used as calculators or other devices in class without direct teacher permission.
- Personal music devices are NOT to be used at any time in the classroom without direct teacher permission.
- Teachers have the right to choose where phones are placed during class time (In backpacks or another storage device).
- When a student refuses to comply with classroom policy, teacher will contact the front office. A monitor, student success coordinator or adminstration will remove student from the classroom. A referral will be completed and family contact will be made. Guardians may be contacted to pick up the student.
CONSEQUENCES
REFERRAL #1
Student will remain in the office for the remainder of the period. Phone will be taken for the rest of the period. Parent contact.
REFERRAL #2
First referral consequences plus: loss of phone for the rest of the day. Possible cell phone contract.(limited access or no access to phone) parent contact.
REFERRAL #3
Iss or oss cell phone contract loss of phone for period of time determined by contract parent contact. Parent pickup phone and/or student.
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After School Free Food Program Continues
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Food Services provides after-school power meals at every high school free of charge.
Remember, this program is available to all students for free! Just provide your student ID number.
When?
After school, Monday through Friday, starting September 16
Where?
Churchill High School Cafeteria.
Who?
Any CHS Student (Athletics, Choir, Band, Theater, Clubs, Tutoring, Just Hungry).
Just have your student ID number ready.
Why?
Churchill and the Eugene School District 4J know students are busy and need nutritious meals to get through the day.
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WHY WAIT? BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY!
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Purchase online at SchoolPay.com or visit Ken in the Finance Office to pay in person.
—ATTENTION SENIORS—
Submit your Senior Portraits, Dedications, and Quotes to Jamie now.
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4J District News and Events
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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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Become a Foster Parent with the Oregon Department of Human Services
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Currently, there are 647 children and youth in foster care in Lane County. See the attached flyer for information on becoming a resource (foster) parent.
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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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