Checking your Graduation Status
When you receive your year long schedule please review it and make sure you're not missing a graduation requirement. You can do this by checking your Graduation Status Tab in StudentVue. If you see any gray bars indicated, you'll need to request an additional class.
If you discover you are missing a graduation requirement please pay close attention to our SEHS Scheduling Department Website for the timeline and process to adjust your schedule. You can also contact your counselor for help.
Schedule a Senior Interview Fall Semester
The purpose of the Senior Interview is to provide information that supports your goals for a successful and enjoyable senior year, and help launch you into life after high school.
- The counselor would review how you read your Work in Progress transcript and make sure you don't have credits in the Need column. You will hear about this year's requirements for graduation.
We would review the process for requesting college materials from us.
- You will hear about resources and activities that can support your plans for after high school.
Learn how you can locate scholarships and the FAFSA/ORSAA
Be introduced or reintroduced to organizations that are providing career exploration activities.
- Answer any individual questions you may have.
Please schedule a Senior Interview, starting in October, with this scheduling system which can also be found on our SEHS Counselor Website.
Purple Packet for 4 Year College Applications
If you're planning to apply to college this year you'll likely need academic materials from SEHS. The Purple Packet is our way of gathering and tracking what you need from us. The form will walk you through how to get a counselor recommendations, a teacher recommendations and transcripts. Please do your best to complete this at least two weeks before your first college application deadline. You can pick up a Purple Packet from Leann before, during or after your Senior Interview.
Naviance is the computer program that we use heavily for the college application process.
Leann Hollenbeak, at 541-790-8013 or hollenbeak_l@4j.lane.edu can help with anything regarding your college applications.
Official and Unofficial Transcripts
Having an initial transcript is sometimes a requirement for the college(s) you're applying to. We send them when we process your purple packet so make sure to pick one up and turn to Leann in the College & Career Center. Later in the year you might also need a mid-year school report which is just a transcript after Fall semester grades are added. You'll need to stop by and pick up a neon yellow half sheet from Leann to make this happen. At the end of the school year you'll want to complete the form again to send your final transcript to the college you're planning to attend.
Unofficial Transcript. If you are in need of an unofficial transcript please e-mail your counselor or come by during one of our counseling drop in times.
Common Application (Common App)
The Common Application (AKA Common App) is a non-profit representing nearly 900 diverse institutions of higher education. They connect applicants to a wide array of public and private colleges and universities across all 50 U.S. states, and 20 countries.
This resource is a guide to walk you through the Common App process. Step by Step Video
FAQ
We do not rank our students.
The Class of 2025 student population is 380.
UO Self-Reported Academic Record & Weighted GPA Calculations
The University of Oregon and other colleges/universities review incoming freshmen applications via their self-reported academic record (SRAR/self-reported transcript). Students who apply via the Common Application will typically provide the required information as a part of their submitted application.
Weighted GPA Calculates
For the purposes of admission and scholarships UO recalculates GPA based on certain parameters. Go to this website for detailed information.
Cal State and University of California Systems
There are 23 Universities in the Cal State System and this website can help you narrow down a campus that would be a good fit for you.
California State Freshman Admissions Requirements Website
Cal State Freshman Application Checklist
University of California System
University of California System First-year requirement website
International High School (IHS)
The students in the International High program complete the personalized learning requirements largely during Junior year.
You will complete the career focused activities with a variety of online activities and activities during the advisory time so attendance is key. Fall term of Junior Seminar Curriculum
Senior Experience
Students that choose to meet their personalized learning through a Senior Experience will complete Career Related Learning Experiences, also known as CRLEs.
CRLEs are activities that occur in the community, in a workplace, or within school, that connect classroom learning with the paths students might follow after high school.
Career-Technical Education (CTE)
Career-Technical Education (CTE) prepares students for high-skill, high-wage, high-demand jobs where you can be creative, innovative, and self-directed after high school. South’s programs focus on student collaboration, real-world relevance, and leadership development opportunities.
Click on the photo or here for the SEHS CTE program.
Junior Project Support Available
The Junior Project is a big part of the Personalized Learning requirement and if you did not have a chance to complete that as a junior, you will need to as a senior. The Junior Project modules should still be available on your Canvas account. If you have any questions about the specific components of the project please contact Lori Sauter at sauter_l@4j.lane.edu.
South Work Experience
Students who are employed in the community may earn elective credit through the SEHS Work Experience program. Specific requirements include work hours documentation, job skill curriculum assignments, a minimum ten-hour work week, resume, and interview. You can earn .50 Elective credit per Semester.
If you are interested in this opportunity please contact our Post High School Specialist Leann Hollenbeak, who's office is in the College & Career Center.
District 4j Honors Recognition
The Honors Recognition was designed to recognize those students who demonstrate excellence in the classroom and contribute service to their community. Requirements are as follows:
-A cumulative GPA of at least 3.50
-A community service requirement of 120 hours.
Stop by the Counseling office to pick up a service log and submit by May 1st of your Senior year.
Seal of Biliteracy
Did you know that, if you speak a language in addition to English - including ASL - you may be able to earn Oregon's State Seal of Biliteracy when you graduate from high school? If you speak more than two languages, you may be able to earn Oregon's State Seal of Multiliteracy.
The District team can obtain the proof of this eligibility by reviewing a student's AP exam score or having them take the STAMP test. Please contact your counselor for additional information.
Oregon Public University Scholarships
Portland State University has the Four Years Free Scholarship
Southern Oregon University's Scholarship Webpage
Oregon TECH Oregon Institute of Technology Scholarships
Oregon State University Scholar Dollars-Starting November 1st each year, OSU students may use OSU ScholarDollars to submit applications for the almost $12 million in donor-funded scholarships available. There are over 2,500 OSU scholarship opportunities in ScholarDollars for which you may be considered!
PathwayOregon Scholarship
Tuition and fees are covered (without using loans) all 4 years.
- Oregon Resident
- Graduate for OR high school in the last 2 years.
- Admission as a first time freshman beginning fall term.
- Minimum 3.4 high school GPA
- Eligible for a Federal Pell Grant determined by FAFSA (Complete by March 1st priority deadline)
Scholarships and Understanding UO Financial Aid
Check out the University Wide Freshman Scholarships here:
Scholarships for Incoming Freshman
UO requires that you fill out the FAFSA to get any automatic scholarships, and some scholarship qualifications require applying for admission early.
Understanding UO Financial Aid and Scholarships Slideshow can be accessed here.
Lane Community College (LCC)
If your future includes Lane Community College, we recommend you apply by the spring of senior year. Check out this LCC Admissions Webpage for step by step directions on making the plan come true. Why Apply to Lane Community College YouTube video.
After you apply for admission it will be time to start thinking about funding for your LCC experience. The first step is to complete either the FAFSA or ORSAA.
A great resource for those attending a community college in Oregon is the Oregon Promise which helps eligible students pay for the first two years of tuition.
Another great website to go to is the LCC Foundation Scholarship Page. The deadline is usually March 1st of your senior year.
If you have a current 504 plan or IEP or would like to request accommodations at LCC, please check out this Center for Resources Webpage.
Study Abroad, Gap Year & Volunteering
Study Abroad/Gap Year Travel information can be found on this website.
Volunteering in our local community is also a great way to get experience in a variety of ways. This student volunteering website has an extensive list of volunteer opportunities.
Career Prep Opportunities for South Eugene High School Students
Check out the Career Prep Opportunities Website for information listed below and much more:
-Direct to Work Hiring Fair. -Internships & Apprenticeships. -Summer Camps and Programs
-Virtual and In-Person Industry Tours -Youth Trades Academy -Career Focused Classes and Workshops. -Student Job Boards
Elevate
FAFSA & ORSAA
Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school. For the Class of 2025 it will be available starting in December. Step by Step Guide
Why the FAFSA is Important Document
The ORSAA is an alternative to the FAFSA for Oregon residents who are undocumented, including students who have DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) status.
ORSAA Link here and The ORSAA Application guide can be found here.
FAFSA Workshop & Financial Aid Night with SEHS
The SEHS College & Career Center will be hosting a virtual FAFSA Workshop and Financial Aid Night this fall.
Financial Aid Night Webinar: December 11th @ 7:00. Retrieve link on newsletter.
FAFSA Completion Night: January 29th @ 7:00pm SEHS Room 6, RSVP to Lori Sauter sauter_l@4j.lane.edu
Please watch the SEHS calendar for date and time.
OSAC & Oregon Promise
Oregon Student Aide (OSAC) is a state office that helps Oregonians plan and pay for college by providing scholarships and other financial aid, mentorships and informational resources. The application usually opens up on 11/01 and the deadline is typically on March 1st.
2024-25 Full Catalog Can be Found Here
Oregon Promise helps eligible students pay for the first two years of tuition. It's really great- check it out Oregon Promise. This is also a great resource to help explain.
ACT/SAT Information
You may need to take the SAT or ACT for college admissions. If you discovered that it is an admission requirement for your school of choice go to ACT or SAT for registration.
Our SEHS College & Career center testing website can be a resource for information.
If your college requires a score, you will do that through the registration site.
We do have electronic payment vouchers if the cost of the exam is a hardship to you and your family. Check let Leann Hollenbeak know of this desire for one of them.
Scholarships and WUE
The SEHS College & Career Center has also compiled a number of local and national scholarships that you can apply to. You can find them at Career-Center Scholarships which is also on the SEHS webpage.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Through WUE, eligible students can choose from hundreds of undergraduate programs outside their home state, and pay no more than 150 percent of that institution’s resident tuition rate.
College Admission Visits and College Fairs
Each year SEHS host college admission representatives to talk to our students. These presentations might happen on zoom or in our College & Career Center. Go to our College Rep Programs Calendar College for the complete line-up and instructions on how to join.
Counseling Department Secretary: Jessica Kuehn
Our counseling secretary, Jessica can help you get signed up for your Senior Interview and is overall very helpful. For an appointment you can schedule it on this scheduling site.
