Miller News
January 9, 2023
From the Principal
Dear Families,
As the end of first semester approaches, there are several opportunities for students to make the most of their time and finish this grading period on a high note.
For parents and guardians, stay up-to-date on your student’s academic progress through ParentVue. Take time to encourage and motivate your student to make best use of the resources we offer.
For students,
- Keep track of your academic progress on StudentVue. Don’t forget to ask your teachers for help, especially if you have missing assignments.
- Take advantage of the after school tutoring program.
- Ninth graders are encouraged to attend “Cookies and Cram” sessions where they can get extra help from their teachers.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our counseling and/or administrative teams for additional support!
Sincerely,
Principal da Silva
Upcoming Events
This week: B - A - B - A - B (Early Release)
Jan. 13: Early Release
Jan. 16: No School (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Jan. 26: Cookies and Cram
Jan. 27: Late work deadline
Jan. 30: Start of finals week (see schedule below)
Feb. 2, 3: Grading days (no school)
IT'S SPIRIT WEEK! 🎉
Tuesday: Senior Citizen Day
Wednesday: Celebrity/Character Day
Thursday: Sports/Jersey Day
Friday: Miller Pride Day
Upcoming sports/activities
January 10: Boys Basketball @ North Eugene 4:00 pm
January 10: Girls Basketball vs. North Eugene @ Home 5:15 pm
January 11: Wrestling Meet @ Home 6:00 pm
January 13: OMEA All state conference
January 13: Boys Basketball vs. Ashland @ Home 4:00 pm
January 13: Girls Basketball vs. Ashland @ Home 4:00 pm
January 13: Swim vs. Willamette @ Willamalane 4:00 pm
January 13-14: Advanced Theatre One Acts 7:00 pm
January 14: Cheer @ Sweethome 8:00 am
January 14: Wrestling @ Southridge (Beaverton) 10:00 am
Cookies and Cram is back in time for FINALS!
What: For 9th Graders, this is an opportunity to study with friends and teachers and complete work before the deadline.
When: Thursday, January 26th @ 3:05
Where: SHS Library
Goodies: Cookies and Hot Chocolate
Finals Week: Monday-Wednesday 1/30-2/1
Hoots~Mental health supports for SHS
Remember, Hoots is here once a week! We will be at Springfield every Thursday from 8-11am. HOOTS is supportive and non-judgmental, and up for talking about and supporting on pretty much anything!
Miller Outfitters (Clothing Boutique)
We will continue to accept donations, from adults cleaning out their closets to students revamping their wardrobe. If you would prefer to donate online, you can find essentials such as deodorant, socks, underwear and sweatshirts on our Amazon wish list.
Continued donations will help keep our homegrown thrift boutique going! THANK YOU!
From the College and Career Center
What’s happening in the CCC? The College & Career Center is open to all grades. Make an appointment with Mrs. Dapkus or a mentor today!
marketingJAM: Connected Lane student marketing showcase taking place at Spark on 7th in Eugene from January 20-22, 2023. Registration closes at 5pm on January 11th. Youth interested in marketing, branding, design, and business won't want to miss this unique opportunity to receive mentorship from industry experts as they work on projects developed by actual nonprofit organizations throughout Lane County looking for marketing support. https://go.connectedlane.org/mj23
ESSAY EDITING: Need an essay edited? Share it with Mrs. Dapkus and multiple mentors will edit your essay.
Job Opportunities Volunteer Opportunities
CALENDAR ITEMS:
January 12 - Army in the attendance foyer at lunch
January 17 - ASVAB Interpretation 10:30 am in the library
February 6 - Navy in the attendance foyer at lunch
February 9 - College Goal Oregon 6:30 pm in the library for seniors and parents
MID YEAR SENIOR CHECKLIST:
___ Fill out FAFSA/ORSAA (4 year college, community college, trades and beauty school)
___ Fill out college, trades & beauty school applications (UO due January 15)
___ Apply for scholarships and the OSAC SHS Scholarships 22-23
___ Apply for Oregon Promise
___ Come to the College & Career Center for assistance
SENIORS, DO YOU WANT TO BE DUCK AT UO? The application DUE DATE is January 15! The deadline for most other universities is February 1!
OSAC: Seniors, the OSAC houses 600 scholarships for Oregon students, valued at over 10 Million dollars! It is up and running, be sure to start your application NOW if you haven’t already.
OSAC Website OSAC Webinars OSAC Scholarships for SHS
SENIORS The Ford Family Foundation scholarship is an amazing opportunity for seniors who are pell grant eligible and have high merit, it is valued at UP TO $160,000 for ANY university in Oregon. Ford Family Foundation
After School Study
Math (Room 438) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:15-4:15
ELA (Room 603) Wednesday, 3:15-4:15
Chemistry/Physics (Room 414): Monday, Thursday 3:15-4:15
Biology (Room 403): Tuesday, 3:15-4:15
Counseling Team
9th Grade: Damaris Carlson (541-744-4866)
10th Grade: SueAnn Rangeloff (541-744-4796)
11th Grade: Erik Lansdon (541-744-4346)
12th Grade: Matt Adams (541-744-4793)
Mental Health Coordinator: Robyn Eicks (541-744-4797)
Multicultural Liaison: Elena Espinoza (541-744-4780)
Administration Team
9th Grade: Lisa Dillon (541.744.4795)
10th Grade: Tracy Ross (541.744.4783)
11th Grade: Courtney Minyard (541.744.4815)
12th Grade: José da Silva (541.744.4782)
Springfield High School
Email: Josedasilva@Springfield.k12.or.us
Website: http://shs.springfield.k12.or.us/
Location: 875 West 7th Avenue
Phone: 541-744-4700