WILLAGAZETTE
May 31st, 2024
News You Can Use!
A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear WillaG Families,
As we mentioned in the last e-news, be sure to check out our calendar, there are lots of fun things coming up in the next few weeks that you won't want to miss! And read below to get prepared for our new communication program, ParentSquare, we're excited for the upcoming roll-out!
Until next time, Go Eagles!
Sheila Minney
Principal, Willagillespie Elementary School
Eugene School District 4J
541-790-7100
minney_sh@4j.lane.edu
UPCOMING DATES
- June 4th - Wombat Stew in Ms. Robbins' Class @ 11:15
- June 5th - Stone Soup in Ms. Ausborn's Class @ 11:15
- June 6th - Brementown Musicians in Ms. Hubbard's Class @ 11:15
- June 7th - NO SCHOOL - Grading Day
- June 14th - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!! Dismissal at 11:45
SCHOOL NEWS
Family Engagement Survey
Family engagement is a critical component to student success. We are always looking at ways we can partner with our families to improve and create meaningful relationships. Please take time to complete this Parent and Family Engagement Survey survey to give us feedback about areas we are doing well and areas we can improve. Thank you for your support.
Here are the links for the 2023/24 Parent and Family Engagement & Partnership Survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SYL6G6V
The Spanish language survey is linked from the English version posted above, or here is a direct link for it too:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LXLS89J
Or scan the QR Code below for a quick and easy way to access the survey!
And as we mentioned in the last e-news, be sure to check out our calendar, there are lots of fun things coming up in the next few weeks that you won't want to miss!
ParentSquare Reminder!
If you haven't already had the chance to activate your ParentSquare account now is time! We are beginning to transition to ParentSquare as our new communication hub, and in the fall all parent communication will go through ParentSquare. Click here to get your account set up today!
District News
Thank you Voters!!
Voters in Eugene School District 4J have overwhelmingly passed Measure 20-357, renewing the local option levy that helps fund the day-to-day operations of our schools. This support makes a tremendous difference for every 4J school and student.
This is not a new tax or a tax increase, but a continuation of the local option levy that has been supporting 4J school operations since 2000. The levy’s renewal will provide another 5 years of local funding to help maintain school days, school programs, staffing levels and class sizes to the extent possible.
The levy currently provides about $25 million per year—10 percent of the school district’s operating budget—equivalent to about 32 school days or 205 teaching positions. Without this levy, the district would have needed to reduce its operating budget by about $25 million per year beginning in fall 2026.
This is terrific news for students, schools, and our community. Thanks to voters and other community members for your ongoing support of our public schools!
About Us
Email: serra_d@4j.lane.edu
Website: www.willagillespie.4j.lane.edu
Location: 1125 Willagillespie Road
Phone: 541-790-7100
Facebook: https://facebook.com/willagpto