Irish Nation

Office Hours: 8am - 4pm

Phone Number: 541-790-6600

Attendance Line: 541-790-6606

Fax Number: 541-790-6605

Sheldon website: https://shs.4j.lane.edu/

Career Center: https://shs.4j.lane.edu/32693_2

Sheldon Athletics: https://gosheldonirish.com/events

2.25 - Band Concert 7pm

2.27 - Choir Dessert Cabaret 7pm

3.1 - School Choice Opens (Non-Resident)

3.4 & 3.6 - State Testing

3.5 - Choir Concert 7pm

3.5 - School Board Meeting 6pm

3.24 - 3.28 - SPRING BREAK

Our new schedule this year makes attendance crucial for students' academic success, and it's extremely important they attend bell to bell. We are seeing a number of students in the building, but not attending their whole classes. We want to remind you that we have multiple codes for attendance:

• Arriving to class marked VL (very late)

• Leaving early without permission, or asking to leave early for another reason

• Missing class entirely

As you look at your student’s attendance in ParentView please ask your student about any attendance codes that may be coming up. If you need help signing up for ParentVue please do not hesitate to call Sheldon High School and we can help set that up for you.

Attendance Reporting Form

The official 2024/2025 A/B calendar can be found on the Sheldon website under the "News" tab.

Testing windows are as follows:

March 4/5: English Language Arts

March 4/5: Math and Science

March 11 : Make up days for students who didn't finish or who were absent.

While most students participate in state testing, parents do have the right to opt out and/or exempt students from the assessments:

1. If opting out of Math and English Language Arts assessments, fill out the following form: English: “Opt Out Form” Spanish: “Formulario de exclusion”
2. If exempting from the Science assessment, fill out the following form: English: “Exempt Form” Spanish: “Solicitude de exencion”

Dear Sheldon Families,

During February 20th Advisory class students started the course planning process for the 2025-26 school year. Planning for next year classes continues during advisory on February 25, March 6 and 11.
It is very important for your student to attend these Advisory classes. Students receive important course information and plan courses for next years courses.

Hello Sheldon Families!

Our February drive hosted by Sheldon Leadership is a part of a large project to serve our Sheldon community through the rest of the year. To participate in the drive, we ask that students, guardians, and staff bring in toiletries and hygiene products such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, and deodorant. All products must be new and sealed. Drop off the products in your class bin at the green table outside of the front office. The class with the most donations will earn 100 points towards Class Wars! Products will be placed in baskets for each classroom and will be available for all students whenever they are needed. Thank you for your support!

Sincerely,

Sheldon Leadership

Next Meeting : March 20, 2025 @ Papa's Pizza 7pm

After School Tutoring Program started Tuesday, September 24th. We will be meeting after school from 3:45-4:45 every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday we are in school. We will have teachers to help with all the core subjects. All students are welcome as long as they are on task.

Expectations: While you are at the After School Tutoring Program you are expected to be working on a class or classes that you are struggling in. Teachers and tutors are there to help answer any questions and give instruction when needed.

Meals: - All Sheldon students have access to a free sack lunch at the end of the school day in the cafeteria. It is considered a full meal but it is made of things like beef sticks, dips, cheese, chips, crackers, and dried fruit.

Winter weather is on its way! Here is some key information families need to know.

When hazardous weather is a concern, decisions regarding schedule changes are made in the early morning, before school, when current weather conditions can be assessed.

Decisions are made districtwide and are the same for every 4J school.

Our main concern is the safety of our students and staff. We also believe students and families are best served when schools are open. We will always do our best to make the best decision possible, taking into account all of the factors.

If there is a change in the school schedule or bus routes, it will be announced in several ways, all normally before 6:30 a.m., including:

• Check the district website: Information will be posted on the homepage.
• Follow 4J social media: A notice will be posted on the following social media channels:
  • Facebook: facebook.com/4Jschools
  • Instagram: instagram.com/4Jschools
• Local news media will share closure or delay information on their websites and broadcasts.
• Text / Email messages: The district will send messages to families via ParentSquare. Check your contact info and notifications settings in your ParentSquare account.
• 
  

NO NEWS = NO CHANGE. If there is a change in the school schedule or bus routes due to inclement weather, Eugene School District 4J will announce the change. On days when school is in session and on the regular schedule, DO NOT expect the district to make an announcement.

LTD buses may also be delayed or detoured when there is ice or snow on the ground. Detour information will be posted on the LTD website, and publicized to local news media.

Delayed Starts and Early Dismissal: The district generally will avoid delayed starts and early dismissal due to weather. However, unpredictable or sudden weather conditions may require such a decision to be made.

Parent Choice: On any day when inclement weather is a concern and school is in session, families are encouraged to consider road conditions in their areas and make their own decisions based on safety. Please call your school if your child will be absent. Parents’ individual decisions about school attendance for this reason will be honored.

*Be aware: It is impossible to guarantee text message delivery 100% of the time, and your alert may be delayed or blocked. If you are concerned about the weather and have not received a text alert by 6:30 a.m., check the 4J website, radio or TV for information about closures, delays, or snow routes.

4J Student Cards for Eugene Public Library

All Eugene School District 4J students receive their own Eugene Public Library (EPL) card as part of a partnership with Eugene Public Library! Library cards were delivered to all 4J students last year and will be automatically renewed yearly until they graduate or leave the district.

New library cards are being offered to all new students and kindergarteners this year. If your student does not receive a card once your home school has delivered library cards, please contact or visit Eugene Public Library.

Below is information regarding EPL student cards.

Student cards:

• Provide immediate access to Eugene Public Library's online resources and the ability to borrow five physical items at a time.

• • Online resources include ebooks, audiobooks, research information, live homework help by professional tutors, streaming movies including documentaries and instructional videos, music, and more.

  • Physical items include books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, art and technology tools, games, educational toys, puppets and more.

• Will be distributed by each school's library or administration office.

• Are free of charge, including for students who live outside the City of Eugene.

• Can be upgraded to a standard library card with higher borrowing limits at no charge.

• Are automatically issued to all K-12 students enrolled at 4J neighborhood and alternative schools unless they or their parents choose not to participate. Charter schools are not included.

• Are automatically renewed each school year for continuing 4J students. New cards will be issued to students joining the district (kindergarteners and new students).

The initial account password is the student’s 4J ID number. We encourage patrons to change their password upon first logging into their account and record it in a safe place. Teachers, 4J librarians, and school secretaries can assist with ID numbers as needed. Please note that Eugene Public Librarians cannot access 4J student ID numbers.

4J students who already have a standard Eugene Public Library card may choose to keep and use both cards or cancel one of their cards.

Quest by Cycle Badge Design Contest - Calling All Young Artists!

The bicycling game Quest by Cycle has been awarded a grant to host the Quest by Cycle Badge Design Contest, a unique opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and contribute to a community-wide environmental initiative. Quest by Cycle (QbC) is a scavenger hunt-style game that encourages players to complete eco-friendly cycling tasks and earn badges as recognition for their accomplishments.

This contest invites artists of all ages to design badges that will be awarded to players in the Quest by Cycle game who complete sustainable cycling quests. These badges not only recognize achievements but also motivate players to stay engaged with the game and commit to reducing their carbon footprint.

Key Details:

• Submission Dates: February 1–28, 2025

• Eligibility: Open to artists of all ages, with a special focus on youth and underrepresented artists

• Entry Fee: Free

• Prizes and Recognition:

• Your design featured in the Quest by Cycle game!

• A prize valued at ~$30 (e.g., bike accessories, etc.).

• How to Participate: Submit your designs at Quest by Cycle Badge Contest

Encourage students to submit their badge designs and be part of this exciting project to inspire creativity and promote sustainability.

For more information, visit the Quest by Cycle website or contact info@QuestByCycle.org.

Concurso de Diseño de Insignias de Quest by Cycle - ¡Llamado a Todos los Jóvenes Artistas!

El juego de bicicletas Quest by Cycle ha recibido una subvención para organizar el Concurso de Diseño de Insignias de Quest by Cycle, una oportunidad única para que los estudiantes muestren su creatividad y contribuyan a una iniciativa ambiental en toda la comunidad. Quest by Cycle (QbC) es un juego tipo búsqueda del tesoro que anima a los jugadores a completar tareas de ciclismo ecológicas y ganar insignias como reconocimiento por sus logros.

Este concurso invita a artistas de todas las edades a diseñar insignias que serán entregadas a los jugadores de Quest by Cycle que completen misiones de ciclismo sostenible. Las insignias no solo reconocen los logros, sino que también motivan a los jugadores a seguir participando en el juego y comprometerse a reducir su huella de carbono.

Detalles Claves:

• Fechas de Envío: Del 1 al 28 de febrero de 2025

• Elegibilidad: Abierto a artistas de todas las edades, con un enfoque especial en los jóvenes y artistas de grupos subrepresentados

• Costo de Inscripción: Gratis

• Premios y Reconocimiento:

• ¡Tu diseño destacado en el juego Quest by Cycle!

• Un premio valorado en ~$30 (por ejemplo, accesorios para bicicleta, etc.).

• Cómo Participar: Envíe sus diseños a Concurso de Diseño de Insignias de Quest by Cycle

Anime a los estudiantes a enviar sus diseños de insignias y ser parte de este emocionante proyecto que inspira creatividad y promueve la sostenibilidad.

Para más información, visite el sitio web de Quest by Cycle o contáctenos en info@QuestByCycle.org.

Transportation safety for students using active transportation or driving.

Free LTD Bus Pass Information