Dear Lancer Class of 2026 and families,
We can't believe that we only have two weeks left with you. This is a bittersweet time. We are excited to celebrate your accomplishments, and sad to say goodbye to you.
Seniors, you have navigated the last four years with earnestness, strength, grace, and cheer. We couldn't be prouder of the class of 2026. Lancers for life!
The next two weeks are going to be a complete whirlwind of activity. In this edition, you'll find the complete Senior Spirit Week lineup, which features theme days, two senior field trips, and our traditional senior assembly. As you look through the schedule below, please make sure you grab your field trip permission slips and get them turned in on time so you don't miss out on these final memories!
With PRIDE,
Churchill Graduation Committee
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Monday, June 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM
at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Eugene Center (7th Avenue and Willamette Street)
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NOW – June 3: Walking Partner Signup
NOW – June 5: Graduation Ticket Distribution
May 25: No School (Memorial Day)
May 26: Extra Graduation Tickets released for pickup (Phase 2)
June 5: Last Day of School for Seniors & Senior Assembly
June 5: IHS Graduation (7:00 PM at Hult Center)
June 8: GRADUATION DAY (agenda)
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8:00 AM — Senior Breakfast at the Veterans' Memorial Building
- 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM — Graduation Rehearsal at the Hult Center (Mandatory)
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Performer Rehearsal for student speakers and performers
- 6:00 PM — Graduates arrive for Class Photo & Hult Center lobby Opens
- 6:15 PM — Silva Concert Hall opens for seating
- 7:00 PM — Graduation Ceremony Begins!
- 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM — Senior Grad Party
June 25: Diploma Pickup Day
Office Hours: 9:00 – 12:00, 1:00 – 3:00
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Students must be "Cleared" on the weekly Graduation Checklist to pick up tickets or walk in the ceremony. You can view the latest updates in the front office, on the CHS Graduation Page, or click the button link below. |
Ticket distribution continues in Jill’s office (Front Office) exclusively during student lunch.
150 students have received tickets
79 have not picked up the first round
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Standard & Extra Tickets: If you haven't picked up your tickets yet, you can still get your 4 reserved tickets and request up to a total of 14 tickets (while supplies last).
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Extra Ticket Pickups Begin Tuesday: If you have already requested your extra tickets, those tickets will be reserved for you until you pick them up. You can pick them up during student lunch at Jill's office starting Tuesday, May 26, and any day until graduation.
Early Grads & Alternative Programs: If you are an early grad or in the ECCO, GED, or EOA programs and cannot make it to campus during lunch, please email Jill Reents at reents_ji@4j.lane.edu to coordinate a pickup time.
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Students can sign up for their walking partners in the front office at any time through June 3.
Students write both names on a single slip of paper and place it in the designated envelope in Jill's office. Only one slip is needed per pair!
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Now that seniors have their caps and gowns, please review these quick guidelines to make sure your attire is ready for the ceremony:
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How to Dress: Plan to wear a nice shirt, pants or a skirt, or a dress under your gown. Remember, your gown must be zipped completely during the ceremony. Your mortarboard (cap) should sit flat on top of your head.
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Watch Your Step: You'll be walking up and down stairs for the procession. Please choose nice, comfortable shoes that are easy to walk in.
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Cap Decorations: Personalizing your cap is welcome, but decorations must be flat (2-D) and feature a school-appropriate message. Puff paint and craft jewels are fine, but things like flowers or standing structures are not allowed.
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Honors & Regalia: Academic honor cords will be distributed by your program advisors. Culturally significant regalia (such as leis or eagle feathers) are appropriate and welcomed.
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The final week is packed with traditions and celebrations. Show your senior pride all week long by participating in our daily dress-up themes. Please note where sign-ups and permission slips are required to participate!
Monday, June 1
- 🖋️👕 Signed Shirt Day (Bring a shirt/sharpie and get signatures from classmates!)
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Senior Parade (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM): Come celebrate with your class! A permission slip is required. Sign up in advance using the Senior Parade Registration Form.
Tuesday, June 2
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🦶🩴 Toes Out Tuesday (Sandals, slides, and flip-flops)
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Camp Harlow Trip (All Day): Spend the day at camp! A permission slip is required. RSVP using the Camp Harlow Sign-Up Form.
Wednesday, June 3
- 👼📸 Recreate your Baby Photo (Dress like your baby photo!)
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Walking Partner Deadline: This is the last day to turn in your walking partner request slip to Jill's office.
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IHS Farewell Assembly (8:30 AM – 11:15 AM): IHS seniors attend the assembly at SEHS.
Thursday, June 4
- 🧓👵 Senior Citizen Day (Dress like a retiree)
Friday, June 5
- 🏫👕 Decision Day (Wear merch from your future college, trade school, or career path!)
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Last Day of School for Seniors & Senior Assembly: Your official final day as a Lancer student, featuring our traditional Senior Assembly.
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We want to ensure that every family member can enjoy this milestone comfortably. The Hult Center offers a variety of resources to support guests with mobility or sensory needs.
How to Request Support: To reserve accessible seating or specific resources, please fill out the Hult Center Accommodation Request Form. This allows the venue to prepare for your party's specific needs in advance.
Available Resources include:
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Mobility & Seating: Reserved seating for mobility needs, wheelchairs, and size-inclusive seating.
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Sensory Support: A serenity room to take a break from the crowd, and sensory bags equipped with noise-canceling headphones and fidget toys.
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Hearing Assistance: Assistive listening devices compatible with T-coil or headphones.
The Hult Center lobby opens one hour before the ceremony (6:00 pm). Please plan to meet your entire party outside the doors so you can enter together, as every guest must have a ticket in hand to enter.
Parking Tips:
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Hult Garage: Located west of the center on Olive St. (access via Olive St. or 6th Ave.). It fills up very quickly! Event Rate: Expect to pay a $10 event parking fee.
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The Parcade: If the Hult garage is full, additional parking is available across 7th Ave. at the Parcade.
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Skybridge Access: For those with mobility needs, the 3rd level of the Hult parking garage features a skybridge that leads directly to the concourse entrance.
Prohibited Items: To ensure everyone has a clear view and a safe experience, please leave balloons, air horns, outside food, and large signs (bigger than 11"x17") at home or in your vehicle.
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We are pleased to provide professional interpretation services to ensure our ceremony is accessible to all members of our community.
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ASL Interpretation: A designated seating section will be available with a clear view of our ASL interpreters. To reserve a seat in this section for your guests, please email Jill Reents at reents_ji@4j.lane.edu.
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Spanish Interpretation: Families wishing to hear the ceremony in Spanish can pick up a translation headset at the designated table in the lobby. Please check in with the Spanish interpreters upon arrival to secure your equipment.
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We are excited to announce that Lifetouch will be capturing professional portraits during the commencement ceremony. You can opt in now to receive a notification as soon as your photos are ready to view and purchase.
How to Opt-In:
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Text: Send the code 56280GY2026 to 90738.
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Online: Visit PhotoDay and enter the code above to find the Churchill Graduation 2026 gallery.
By opting in early, you'll be among the first to see these milestone moments!
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Seniors: When you finish your graduation requirements, your 4J accounts will be closed. This means you will lose access to StudentVUE, Canvas, your school Gmail, Google Drive, and other 4J accounts. Now is a great time to start saving your school data so you don't lose access to your hard work and memories.
Google Files, Emails, and Contacts
Using Google Takeout, you can export a copy of your content from your school account to a personal Google account or download it to your own computer.
Pro-Tips for a Smooth Transfer:
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Be Selective: You don’t have to take everything. You can choose to only export specific services like "Drive" and "Gmail" to save time and storage space.
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Start Early: Depending on how many files you have, the export process can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. Don't wait until the week of graduation!
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Storage Space: Make sure your personal Google account has enough free storage space to hold the files you are transferring.
Xello and other 3rd-Party accounts: If you use your school email for your Xello account login, please change it to a personal email address so you can still access your plans after graduation. Do the same for any other accounts (like college applications or testing sites) that use your school email to log in.
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The Graduation Party is community-sponsored. Liability is the responsibility of the organizers. |
The Graduation Party is a long-standing tradition providing seniors with a safe, sober, and fun celebration. Don't miss out on your last chance to celebrate with the entire Class of 2026!
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When: Monday, June 8th (Graduation Night) from 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM.
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Where: U of O Recreation Center, 1320 E. 15th Ave.
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Cost: $35 in advance ($40 at the door) or $25 for students in the 4J reduced program. Scholarships are available by request at CHS.2026GradParty@gmail.com.
How to Register:
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Online: Use the QR code on the flyer or click here to register.
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Paper: Pick up a registration form in the front office.
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Payment: We accept cash, checks (payable to "Lancer Legacy"), or Venmo in the CHS front office. Please ensure you turn in your signed waiver form with your payment. Final in-office payments of $35 are due by 3:00 PM on Friday, June 5. After that, registration is $40 at the door on graduation night
Lunchtime Registration Assistance
Party volunteers will be on campus during lunch to help with registration on the following dates:
May
June
- Monday, June 1
- Tuesday, June 2
- Thursday, June 4
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Have extra cans or bottles? We would love them! We have Bottle Drop bags (already tagged) we are happy to provide, or we will gladly pick up your extra cans/bottles - just reach out!
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🥳 Why Attend the Grad Night Party?
The Grad Party is a long-standing tradition providing seniors with a safe, sober, and fun final celebration together!
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Activities & Food: Enjoy a DJ, Karaoke, Casino Night, rock climbing, swimming, a jousting arena, and more, plus Dutch Bros, Papa's Pizza, and Nothing Bundt Cakes.
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Prizes: Cash prizes throughout the night, plus over 40 raffle baskets and grand prizes like TVs, tablets, smartwatches, and e-bikes!
🤝 Get Involved: Volunteers & Donations Needed!
This parent-volunteer-driven event relies entirely on fundraising and community support.
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Volunteer: We need help to make this night epic! It’s easy and a great way to support the class.
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Donate: Donations are tax-deductible through our 501c3 partner, Lancer Legacy. We accept cash, checks, and Venmo.
Stay Connected:
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Senior year can be expensive: caps and gowns, graduation announcements, Prom, the grad party, and so much more. Don't let finances keep you from participating in all of your senior year activities. Financial assistance is available. Ask at the front office, your counselor, or any teacher or staff member. We can help.
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