Churchill Back to School 2026
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Dear Families,
Welcome to the start of another wonderful school year! If we haven't met, my name is Kevin Rodemack, and I am the principal at Churchill High School. I am beyond excited to welcome our students back into the halls. There is nothing quite like the energy, laughter, and enthusiasm that our kids bring to school every day. We have missed them, and our staff is fully prepared to make this year filled with growth, learning, and fun.
As we gear up for day one, I want to partner with you early to help set our students up for the absolute best start possible. Transitioning from summer fun back into a structured school routine can be tough, but starting early makes a world of difference.
Getting Ready for the School Routine
Over the next week or so, I strongly encourage you to begin guiding your students back into their regular school-year schedule. Slowly adjusting bedtimes and wake-up times before the first day of school helps eliminate first-week exhaustion and makes those early morning routines much smoother for everyone.
The Foundation for Success: Sleep and Nutrition
When it comes to daily success in the classroom, two things matter more than almost anything else: consistent sleep and proper nutrition.
- Prioritize Sleep: Growing minds need adequate rest to focus, manage emotions, and learn effectively. Students should be getting a minimum of 8 hours of sleep each night—though 9 hours is even better.
- Balanced Fuel: What our students put into their bodies directly impacts their energy and attention span. We want to make sure our kids are fueled with balanced meals and healthy snacks, not just energy drinks and Takis. Encouraging water, balanced breakfasts, and nourishing foods gives them the long-lasting stamina they need to thrive.
Thank you for your partnership, your support, and for entrusting us with your children. Together, we are going to make this an incredible school year!
Please reach out to our admin team if you ever have any questions or concerns.
Go, Lancers!
Kevin Rodemack
Principal
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REGULAR OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm
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🗓️ Thursday, 8/27 — Back-to-School Kickoff, 4:00–6:00 pm
Get in-person help with back-to-school tasks, reconnect with friends, and have fun!
Computer Pickup: 9th graders and new students can pick up their school laptops during the event.
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Stop by the front office for back-to-school help, fee payments, computer pick-up, and more!
Monday, 8/31
8:00 am–4:00 pm
Tuesday, 9/1 | OFFICE CLOSED ALL DAY (Staff Meeting)
Wednesday, 9/2
8:00 am–4:00 pm
Thursday, 9/3 | OFFICE CLOSED IN THE MORNING (Staff Meeting)
Open 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Friday, 9/4
8:00 am–4:00 pm
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🗓️ Monday, 9/7 | SCHOOL CLOSED
LABOR DAY
🗓️ Tuesday, 9/8
9TH GRADE ORIENTATION, 8:30 am–3:30 pm
🗓️ Wednesday 9/9
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES FOR ALL STUDENTS, 8:30 am–2:30 pm
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Welcome back, Lancers! We're excited to start the 2026–2027 school year. Most back-to-school tasks can easily be completed online in one spot:
On our back-to-school hub, you'll find links and details for:
- 📋 Annual Forms & Student Profile Updates (Check your mail for your student's profile packet!)
- 💻 Student Computers (Pickup details for 9th graders & new students)
- 🚘 School Parking Permits & 🚌 LTD Bus Passes
- 🍎 School Meals & Fee Benefit Applications
- locker requests, yearbooks, school supply lists, and more!
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Thursday, August 27, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Get ready for the new school year and have some fun at the same time! Join us for games, treats, and a chance to catch up with friends.
This is also a great opportunity to get all your back-to-school tasks done in one place. You can:
- Meet our administrative team, including Principal Kevin Rodemack and Assistant Principals Justin Huntley and Beth Kruziki.
- Drop off your completed student profile updates (mailed home the week of August 17).
- Pick up your student computer (for all 9th graders and new students).
- Pick up a free LTD bus pass or a Churchill parking permit.
Your student's profile has been mailed to their primary address. Check your mailbox this week. Please review it carefully, make any necessary corrections, and bring the completed profile with you to the C-Hill Back-to-School Kickoff!
We look forward to seeing you there! If you can’t make it, feel free to visit the front office during our drop-in hours the following week (August 31–September 4).
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Sign up for alerts when our Churchill High School students need a helping hand with essential items that aren't provided by the school, like clothing, shoes, school supplies, and food.
We Are Always Gratefully Accepting Donations!
Here’s how you can contribute and spread some kindness:
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Shop from the Churchill High School Amazon Wish List to find items that our students need.
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Donate to Mike's Closet or the Churchill Food Pantry. We’re currently seeking food items such as Mac and Cheese Cups, Fruit Cups, and Granola Bars, as well as toiletries like feminine hygiene products, deodorant, and body wash. Clothing donations like new socks, underwear, and sweatshirts are also greatly appreciated.
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Small gift cards allow us to fill in gaps and ensure we have what we need to support our students!
Feel free to drop off any donations at Churchill’s Front Office, Attention: Mike's Closet.
Thank you for being a part of our community and for supporting our students!
Trista Neuman
15th Night Coordinator
neuman_t@4j.lane.edu
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Did you know you can support Churchill High School every time you shop at Fred Meyer—at zero extra cost to you?
Through Fred Meyer Community Rewards, Fred Meyer donates thousands of dollars every year to local schools and non-profits. All you have to do is link your Shopper’s Card to our school!
How to Link Your Card in 3 Easy Steps:
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Log in to your Fred Meyer account at fredmeyer.com or open the Fred Meyer app.
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Navigate to Community Rewards (under My Account).
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Search for Churchill High School or enter our organization code: ER217, then click Save.
That’s it! You’ll still earn all your usual Fuel Points, digital coupons, and Rewards—plus, our school gets a donation every time you scan your card or app.
If you’ve linked your card in the past, thank you! Feel free to double-check that Churchill High School is still selected for this school year.
Thank you for supporting our students and staff!
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4J District News and Events |
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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Mark your calendar! Families with students enrolled in Eugene School District 4J can begin registering online on Monday, August 24, starting at 7 a.m., for this year’s Project Hope 4J WEBSITE back-to-school events.
Project Hope provides students with new athletic shoes, socks, backpacks filled with school supplies, and other resources at no cost to help students begin the school year ready to learn.
CHÁVEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1510 W. 14th Ave.
Saturday, August 29 • 1–4 p.m.
NORTH EUGENE HIGH SCHOOL
250 Silver Lane
Sunday, August 30 • 1–4 p.m.
What Families Need to Know
- Registration opens Monday, August 24, at 7 a.m.
- Participation is by appointment only, and appointment times fill quickly.
- Each registered student must be present at their scheduled appointment time. Parents and caregivers do not need a separate appointment.
- Each student may participate at one Project Hope location only.
- Families should arrive at their scheduled appointment time—not earlier—to support a welcoming and streamlined experience.
- Questions? Call 541-337-0518.
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A Free, All Ages, Drop-In Event For Not-Yet-Riders!
Sunday, August 30th, 2:00-4:30 pm, Willamette High School (1801 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene)
Do you or your child want to learn how to ride a bike? Join Bethel, 4J and Springfield Safe Routes to School programs, the City of Eugene, the City of Springfield, and Shift Community Cycles for this fun learn-to-ride a bike 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 Rachel.Tochen@bethel.k12.or.us or albee_b@4j.lane.edu with questions or to volunteer.
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¡Un evento gratis y sin cita, para personas de todas las edades que no saben andar en bici!
Domingo, 30 de agosto, de 14:00 a 16:30, en el instituto Willamette (1801 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene)
¿Usted o su hijo quieren aprender a andar en bicicleta? Recibe instrucciones y la práctica necesaria para balancear. Comenzaremos con el equilibrio y el deslizamiento sin pedales ni ruedas de entrenamiento. Algunos aprenderán a pedalear en una sola sesión, mientras que otros pueden necesitar más práctica para alcanzar ese objetivo final.
¡Aprovecha la oportunidad y ven al evento! Únase a 4J, Bethel, y Springfield Safe Routes to School; la ciudad de Eugene; la ciudad de Springfield, Cascadia Mobility y Shift Community Cycles para este divertido evento de hacer revisión de bicicletas, cascos gratis y información sobre bicicletas compartidas.
No es necesario tener bicicleta propia para participar, pero, por favor, traiga un casco y una bicicleta si dispone de ellos. Póngase en contacto con «Safe Routes to School» en Rachel.Tochen@bethel.k12.or.us o albee_b@4j.lane.edu si tiene alguna pregunta o desea ofrecerse como voluntario.
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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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T-Mobile is offering free internet to families who qualify.
Get 200GB at no cost and an optional data pass for $10—all current and newly qualifying customers included. It takes 5 minutes to apply, and you’ll have it for 5 years.
Plus, there are no annual fees or re-certifications. Check eligibility or see the list of qualifying programs below.
Qualification examples: recipients of SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid.
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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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