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SEHS Newsletter - February 7, 2025

Posted Date: 2/07/25 (11:23 PM)

SEHS Newsletter
February 7, 2025
Important Dates
2/8 - Winter Formal, 8pm
2/14 - Legally Blonde, Opening Night
2/17 - No School, Presidents Day
2/18 - Last Day to Add a Class
2/22 - Celebrate South Fundraiser & Hall of Fame Induction Dinner
3/3 - Spring Sports Begin
3/4 - Last day to withdraw from a class w/o WD/WF marked on transcript
3/12-14 - State Testing (11th)
3/24 - 28 - Spring Break
4/19 - Prom, Wheeler Pavillion
 
S.E.T presents: Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde The Musical is a lively adaptation of the hit film about sorority-sister Elle Woods, who naively enrolls at Harvard Law in a bid to win back her elitist ex-boyfriend, but ends up defying all expectations while staying true to her fabulous self.

South Eugene Theatre opens a 3-weekend run next Friday, February 14, and closes on March 2.

$15.00 General Admission
$10.00 Students & Seniors

Friday & Saturday, 7pm
Sunday, 2pm

 
Winter Formal
Date: Saturday, February 8
Time: 8 - 11pm
Location: Ford Alumni Center, 1720 E. 13th Ave, Eugene OR, 97403
Tickets: $15

Online ticket sales for Winter Formal have ended (cash accepted at the door; thank you for being prepared with exact change).
 
Unified Basketball Game
When: Thursday 2/13, 6:00, Main Gym.

Cost: Free for all student and families.

What: Come cheer on this innovative inclusive sports team as our SEHS Unified team take on the Willamette Wolverines.

How is unified basketball unique? Unified teams combine students with & without intellectual disabilities on the same team and provide a chance to use their strengths and build school community and belonging through basketball. 
 
OSAS ('State' Testing)
Each spring, 11th grade students test in Math and ELA, and Science. Students and families can practice taking these tests here

Though the federal government requires that 95% of enrolled students take these tests, students or families in Oregon can choose to opt out of OSAS Math and ELA tests. To “opt out” of OSAS science tests, families must submit a written exemption request on the basis of accommodating a student’s disability or religious beliefs. 


 
English Language Arts Survey
 
Celebrate South - Axe Hall of Fame Dinner & Fundraiser
Friends of South invites you to 'Celebrate South,' in its 13th year of honoring alumni, inspiring current students and athletes, and raising money to support South Eugene High School!

This year's event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 22 at Venue 252.

Reception and Silent Auction, 6:00 pm
Entertainment & Hall of Fame Induction Dinner, 7:00 pm

Reception, Silent Auction & Dinner Tickets: $70.00 per person
Reception & Silent Auction Only Tickets: $35.00 per person
Table Sponsorship: $1,250.00

 
College & Career Corner
Lori Sauter and Leann Hollenbeak, SEHS College and Career Center Coordinators

Due 2/15/25 Hispanic Scholarship Fund. For seniors of Hispanic heritage pursuing a university degree. DACA students are eligible.

Due 2/18/25 Early-bird deadline for the OSAC Scholarships common application. Seniors can apply to hundreds of different scholarships using a single application. Hint: This scholarship catalog should make it easier to search for scholarships. OSAC scholarships that South students are likely to be eligible for. Last year, South had 101 applicants, 23 awardees, and $80,702 awarded. Not bad odds!

Due 3/1/25 Horatio Alger Distinguished Americans - Juniors. For an Oregon JUNIOR with demonstrated financial need and  integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity

  • The complete SEHS scholarship list (constant work in progress)
  • Not all scholarships are for seniors!
  • Need a recommendation from a counselor? Fill out the scholarship form in the counseling center.
  • Give at least two weeks' notice for requesting letters of rec.
Oregon Goes to College Scholarship Table (another recommended scholarship list)

Career Center Current Events:
Landmark College Summer Programs for students with learning differences:  These programs assist high school students, graduating high school seniors, and students enrolled at colleges around the country to learn specific strategies for academic and personal success.

Overview of Apprenticeships in Oregon from OSAC (branch of our state government) and the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI). 53-minute webinar recording from January 2025.
 
2/10: Women in Auto Open House @ Linn-Benton Community College (2000 West Oak Street, Lebanon, OR) from 6-8 pm. Explore automotive careers at Linn-Benton Community College. Speak with current students, learn about program offerings, tour the facilities, and get early registration info. Everyone is welcome!

2/10: Willamette University Junior Preview Day registration deadline. Event takes place on 2/14 from 8:30 am-2 pm. Get a campus tour and workshops to help with the college search, application process, and financial aid.  For students and parents.

2/11: FAFSA/ORSAA Student Workshop. Get individual help on the FAFSA/ORSAA from 1-2:30.

2/11: Connected Lane County Pride Night from 4:30-6 pm at Spark at Booth-Kelly (303 S 5th St, Suite 150, Springfield). Inclusive and engaging experiences designed for queer, trans, and non-binary youth and allies! This month’s topic is Love Yourself! Gender Affirming Care (Guest Speaker and Activities). RSVP in link.

2/11: Deadline to sign up for Rent Well. This is a free virtual tenant education program for 17-24 year olds. Classes take place every Wednesday from 2/12-3/19 from 4-6 pm at Spark at Booth-Kelly (303 S 5th St, Suite 150, Springfield) or virtually. It gives prospective renters the tools and skill set to become successful tenants. Participants will learn to identify potential screening barriers, understand how and why a landlord will screen you, create an individualized plan for stable housing, and more. Once finished, participants will receive a certificate that will support their search for permanent housing.

2/13: Deadline to apply for the World of Work (WoW) High School Internship Program at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) at the U of O. This is a 3-month, hands-on, paid internship for high school students from underserved populations in grades 9-12. It provides them with the resources for pursuing careers in museum and creative fields and will take place on Wednesdays from 4-6 pm from 4/9-6/4.

2/13: Western Oregon University Public Health & Exercise Science Career Fair for prospective students. Opportunities to engage with current professors and industry leaders.  Event includes presentations, a career fair, and optional tours of the WOU Exercise Science Lab, Anatomy Lab, or the entire campus. More information and registration.

2/14: Willamette University Junior Preview Day from 8:30 am-2 pm. Get a campus tour and workshops to help with the college search, application process, and financial aid.  For students and parents. Register by 2/10@9 am.



2/15: Deadline to apply for STEP-UP, a summer research program that connects juniors and seniors belonging to underrepresented demographic groups with local institutions and mentors to help them gain firsthand research experience. (Also, see flier below.)