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Family Newsletter 11/10

Posted Date: 11/09/25 (04:30 PM)
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Hello Highlander Families,

Next week brings a well-deserved long weekend for students and staff! There will be no school on Monday, November 10 for grading day and professional development, and no school on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
When we return, it’ll be a short and busy week:

  • Wednesday: Early Release – A Day
  • Thursday: B Day + Advisory
  • Friday: A Day
Enjoy the extended weekend, take time to rest, and thank a veteran for their service. We’ll see everyone back on campus Wednesday, ready to finish out November strong!

GO NORTH! 🖤❤️💛


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NEHS HIGHLANDER STUDENT NEWS

Food Pantry is Open Daily 2p - 4pm

🥫💛 NEHS FOOD PANTRY IS OPEN! 💛🥫
Our pantry is stocked and open every day from 2–4 PM to help support Highlander families in need.
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible donors and volunteers who make this possible — your generosity and time keep our shelves full and our community strong. 💪❤️
If you or someone you know could use a little help, please stop by — no appointment needed, all are welcome.


Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day - Nov 14
We want to invite you to join us for our annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day on FRIDAY, November 14th.
As in years past, we’ll gather at 7:30 a.m. to hear inspiring speeches from our BSU leadership team before we set off together.

Afterward, we’ll grab our signs and megaphones and march in support—down Silver Lane, across River Road, toward Maxwell, back across River Road, up Silver Lane, and returning to North.

We’ve always had a fantastic turnout, and we’d love to see an even bigger crowd this year! Please invite your students, clubs, sports teams, affinity groups, families, neighbors, and friends to join us in this celebration of courage and community.

Winter Sports Kickoff
Bundle up and bring the fam — it’s time for our Winter Sports Kickoff! ⛄️
📅 Nov 20 | 🕡 6:30–8:00 PM | 📍 North Eugene HS
Meet the players, coaches, and community behind the season. Let’s make this winter one to remember! ❤️💛
#HighlanderPride
Parent Satisfaction Survey

We’d love to hear from you!
The first weeks of school are behind us, and we want to know how your student—and your family—are doing so far. Your feedback helps us celebrate what’s working and make adjustments where needed. Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts. 💬

Take the Survey here

Upperclassmen!
Did you know filling out the CEP (Community Eligibility Program) application can help you qualify for discounts on all kinds of stuff — from IB exams and sports registration to Driving School fees and even transportation?
If you want those savings, just make sure you’ve filled out the form. It’s quick, it’s optional, and it can save you some cash.


🌟 Highlander Connections Night: Family Learning Series

Empowering Parents, Building Community, and Enriching Education!

Join us Thursday, November 20, 2025, for an evening of food, connection, and learning at North Eugene High School!
Dinner begins at 5:00 p.m., followed by breakout sessions from 5:20–7:00 p.m.

This special night brings together families, students, and community partners to explore topics that matter most—academic success, mental health, leadership, digital safety, and more. Meet our staff, discover local resources, and find new ways to support your student’s journey at NEHS and beyond.
🍝 Dinner will be provided with help from Olive Garden and BJ’s Pizza House, alongside support from our NEHS Catering Team.
🧥 Our Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will also be open, and food boxes will be available to take home.

Bring the family, enjoy dinner together, and take part in our Highlander Family Learning Series—because when we learn together, we grow stronger together. ❤️
Go North!

NORTH REGION COMMUNITY NEWS
Corridor Production of The Wizard of Oz coming to NEHS

Hello patrons of North Eugene Theater! Registration for this year's Corridor Program is now open!

This is our fifth Corridor Production, an annual performance that will bring together elementary, middle, and high school students in the North Eugene district. The program is open to all 4th through 8th-grade students in the North region. 

This winter, we're producing The Wizard of Oz (Youth Edition), licensed through Concord theatricals.

This year we're moving auditions forward to the week of December 8th, and rehearsals begin January 6th. Rehearsals run Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Our work will culminate in three live performances: February 26th and 27th at 6 pm, and February 28th at 1 pm. Show tickets are $10. Registration is open now and closes at the end of the month. 

This program is free of charge, thanks to a generous grant from the Corridor Parent Teacher Association. 

Directors Tim Wilcox and Aaron Thomas will lead NEHS drama students, who will serve as acting coaches, vocal coaches, choreographers, and tech crew. They will be mentors and demonstrate what it’s like to be in high school theater. 

The production enhances exploration in drama, builds community, and creates a feeder program to support the dramatic arts in North Eugene. 

Please reach out to Aaron Thomas at thomas_a@4j.lane.edu for more information.

This production comes courtesy of Concord Theatricals of New York.

Auditions are December 8th through the 12th

Running Febraury 26th through the 28th


NEHS Booster Club Hall of Fame
Hello NEHS community!  We are having our very first Hall of Fame on February 7th 2026 and need your help!
We are looking for business sponsorships and donations for our silent and live auction.  If you would like to sponsor, donate or know someone who might, please contact us at nehsbooster@gmail.com.  See below for some of our sponsorship opportunities!

Connected Lane County - Job Shadows Open

The Connected Lane County application for Job Shadows is now OPEN! This FREE experience is open to all high school-aged youth in Lane County.

Please see the application for additional information. Applications accepted until November 11th at 5:00 pm.

 APPLICATION LINK HERE

The 7th annual codeORcreate 

The 7th annual codeORcreate event is taking place December 12-14.  "codeORcreate" and "marketingJAM" have merged into one exciting weekend competition, where students from Lane County will team up to solve real community challenges.

Students can choose to participate in either the coding or marketing challenge, focusing on skills like coding, website design, graphic design, game development, marketing, branding, and business. Over 48 hours, they’ll collaborate to create a solution and present their projects to a panel of judges with a chance to win great prizes. No prior experience is needed, making this a great opportunity for all students!

Students can register as part of a team or individually to be matched with others. The event is FREE and will be held in person at Spark at Booth-Kelly in Springfield.

Register by Monday, November 17th

Resources for Families Experience Fund and Food Shortages
Parenting Now Website


Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (BEST) Updates

Changes are going to happen on River Road, and Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (BEST) wants these changes to reflect what you and our community needs. In two town halls and two walk audits, Smart Growth America will share how other cities have transformed their own streets and listen to your experiences on River Road. Smart Growth America is a national nonprofit who works to create communities that are prosperous, resilient, and well-connected to essential destinations no matter how you choose to get around. These November 13th events kick off a months-long process where BEST will gather community perspectives on the challenges and celebrations of River Road and Highway 99. Your perspectives will be shared back to help guide the City’s and LTD’s upcoming plans for these two corridors.

Thursday, November 13, 2025

REGISTER


River Road Walk Audit
3:00 – 5:30 pm
Start at Grocery Outlet (2060 River Rd, Eugene)
See firsthand parts of River Road that are working well today and others needing improvement.

River Road Town Hall
7:00 – 8:30 pm
Howard Elementary School (700 Howard Ave, Eugene)
A presentation on better streets in other communities.

A discussion of opportunities for River Road.

Snacks and drinks provided.


Highway 99 Walk Audit
9:00 – 11:30 am
Start at Sponsors, Inc. (3888 Hwy 99 N, Eugene)
See firsthand parts of Highway 99 that are working well today and others needing improvement.

Highway 99 Town Hall
12:00 – 1:30 pm
Petersen Barn Community Center (870 Berntzen Rd, Eugene)
A presentation on better streets in other communities.
A discussion of opportunities for Highway 99.
Lunch provided.

“Empowering Parents to Support Youth Mental Health.”
The YMCA is collaborating with HOOTS (Helping Out Our Teens in Schools) to offer a community presentation, “Empowering Parents to Support Youth Mental Health.” This session will provide valuable insight into the current trends we are seeing in youth mental health and suicidality, along with practical tools to help adults support youth in crisis.

While their trusted adult attends the presentation, teens are invited to enjoy our facility with a complimentary guest pass.
We would be so grateful if you could help us spread the word by sharing the attached flyer and event details with enrolled families and including the information in your upcoming newsletters or parent communications, if possible.
Your support will help us reach more families who can benefit from this important conversation.