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IMPORTANT DATES:
February 9 thru 23 Regional 8th Grade Parent Information Nights, see below for dates and times
February 14 Eugene IHS Site Council Meeting, South Eugene IHS wing, Room 538 4:00pm
February 16 IB Sophomore Parent Night Ed Center, Auditorium 7:00pm
March 13 Eugene IHS Site Council Meeting, South Eugene IHS wing, Room 538 4:00pm
March 20 Eugene IHS Parent Group Meeting Ed Center, Parr Room 7:00pm

Please consult your high school's and the district's calendars for other important events.
**Click on the "CALENDAR" link to the right for more dates**

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ATTENTION PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS:
Are you curious about global events?
Do you enjoy considering different perspectives on world issues?
Do you want to make a difference in your local and global community?

Eugene IHS is an award-winning alternative school in international studies for students in grades 9-12.
We are open via district lottery to any student who wishes to attend, and students who choose
Eugene IHS value global understanding and communication, exhibit an interest in learning about
cultural differences, and are committed to improving the human condition. The school currently
has three campuses at South Eugene High School, Sheldon High School, and Churchill High School.

Please join us for any of the special information nights to learn more about our exciting program:
SOUTH REGION
Thursday, February 9, 7:00 pm, South Eugene cafeteria (includes French Immersion break-out session)
Thursday, February 16, 6:30 pm in the South Eugene cafeteria (Joint evening with South)
SHELDON REGION
Tuesday, February 21, 7:00 pm, Sheldon lecture hall
Thursday, February 23, 7:00 pm, Sheldon lecture hall (includes Spanish Immersion break-out session)
CHURCHILL REGION
Wednesday, February 22, 7:00 pm, Churchill cafeteria

All interested students must fill out a school choice form and return it to the 4J District office by March 23, 2012. Students will be accepted to Eugene IHS based on a lottery conducted at the 4J District office. Eugene IHS will notify all students regarding their acceptance via a special mailing.

Families may apply online for in-district school choice. The online request form is linked from the 4J website and can be accessed directly at http://eugene4j.quickbase.com/db/bgu4p8bya.
The paper form will continue to be available for families at all 4J schools and the 4J District office.
Out-of-district transfer applications are not online yet, but should be soon. Check the 4J school choice website for this, and other school choice information, at:http://www.4j.lane.edu/instruction/schoolchoice.

Immersion students will be enrolled in Eugene IHS without the lottery process. However,
immersion students do need to turn in a Eugene IHS enrollment form to the
South IHS office or the Sheldon IHS office by March 23, 2012. This form
will be included in a special January mailing to immersion families.

Click here to read the information letter for 8th grade families for 2012.

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Ian Ogden is our Learning Support Specialist. He is available to assist students with Eugene IHS assignments. His main priority is students who need additional support with reading and writing strategies.
Click here for his contact information and daily campus schedule.

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2011-2012 Eugene IHS T-shirts:
ON SALE -$6
Available In Eugene IHS offices!
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Are you interested in hosting a student from China?
Hosting a student from another country is an enriching experience.

What: Hosting Chinese middle/high school Students and Teachers participating in the 2012 Winter University of Oregon Choral Camp
When: February 1 – February 9 (9 days), Choral Camp
Note: The host family provides transportation, breakfast and dinner on weekdays; 3 meals a day on the weekend and occasional sack lunches. Students may share a room but must have their own bed. Host families
are strongly encouraged to take 2 students. All host families are invited to participate in the student performance and social.
Stipend*: $150/person for 9 days or $300 for 2 people
*Stipend should cover expenses for meals, transportation, laundry and all activities. The number of days may vary slightly due to travel arrangements; stipend will be prorated accordingly.
Website: http://www.gpyinternational.org/hostfamily.html
Contact: LuAnn Langford, 541.517.5915, luannlangford@gpyinternational.org

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Eugene International High School, winner of the 2007 Goldman Sachs Foundation prize for Excellence in International Education, began 27 years ago in the Eugene School District.
The school celebrated by hosting a 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 23, 2010 at the Lane Community College Center for Meeting & Learning. The theme for the evening was “Looking Back, Moving Forward.” The program included Dwayne Adcock, original founder of Eugene IHS who spoke about the history of the school, former student and Eugene IHS benefactor Brian O’Kelley spoke on the future of international education, and Halle Shirk, a current student and Project Our Turn creator offered her insights on the importance of an international education. The evening kicked-off with the Lion Dancers from the Chinese American Benevolent Association and student performances from musicians to dancers provided wonderful entertainment! The event was attended by alumni, retirees, parents, and current staff and students.
Click here to see pictures of our 25th Anniversary Celebration

	EUGENE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Eugene IHS Mission Statement: As global citizens at Eugene International High School, we aspire to value diversity, ambiguity, and discovery and to act with responsibility, integrity, and compassion.
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Eugene IHS Office @ South: 400 E. 19th Ave. Eugene, OR 97401 (541)790-8030 Eugene IHS Office @ Sheldon: 2455 Willakenzie Road Eugene, OR 97405 (541)790-6636 Eugene IHS Office @ Churchill: 1850 Bailey Hill Road Eugene, OR 97405 (541)790-5225 Head Teacher: Courtney Leonard (541)790-8032 IB Coordinator: Marilyn Curtis (541)790-8033	IMPORTANT DATES: February 9 thru 23 Regional 8th Grade Parent Information Nights, see below for dates and times February 14 Eugene IHS Site Council Meeting, South Eugene IHS wing, Room 538 4:00pm February 16 IB Sophomore Parent Night Ed Center, Auditorium 7:00pm March 13 Eugene IHS Site Council Meeting, South Eugene IHS wing, Room 538 4:00pm March 20 Eugene IHS Parent Group Meeting Ed Center, Parr Room 7:00pm *Please consult your high school's and the district's calendars for other important events.* Click on the "CALENDAR" link to the right for more dates *************************************** ATTENTION PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS: Are you curious about global events? Do you enjoy considering different perspectives on world issues? Do you want to make a difference in your local and global community? Eugene IHS is an award-winning alternative school in international studies for students in grades 9-12. We are open via district lottery to any student who wishes to attend, and students who choose Eugene IHS value global understanding and communication, exhibit an interest in learning about cultural differences, and are committed to improving the human condition. The school currently has three campuses at South Eugene High School, Sheldon High School, and Churchill High School. Please join us for any of the special information nights to learn more about our exciting program: SOUTH REGION Thursday, February 9, 7:00 pm, South Eugene cafeteria (includes French Immersion break-out session) Thursday, February 16, 6:30 pm in the South Eugene cafeteria (Joint evening with South) SHELDON REGION Tuesday, February 21, 7:00 pm, Sheldon lecture hall Thursday, February 23, 7:00 pm, Sheldon lecture hall (includes Spanish Immersion break-out session) CHURCHILL REGION Wednesday, February 22, 7:00 pm, Churchill cafeteria All interested students must fill out a school choice form and return it to the 4J District office by March 23, 2012. Students will be accepted to Eugene IHS based on a lottery conducted at the 4J District office. Eugene IHS will notify all students regarding their acceptance via a special mailing. Families may apply online for in-district school choice. The online request form is linked from the 4J website and can be accessed directly at http://eugene4j.quickbase.com/db/bgu4p8bya. The paper form will continue to be available for families at all 4J schools and the 4J District office. Out-of-district transfer applications** are not online yet, but should be soon. Check the 4J school choice website for this, and other school choice information, at:http://www.4j.lane.edu/instruction/schoolchoice. Immersion students will be enrolled in Eugene IHS without the lottery process. However, immersion students do need to turn in a Eugene IHS enrollment form to the South IHS office or the Sheldon IHS office by *March 23, 2012. This form will be included in a special January mailing to immersion families. Click here to read the information letter for 8th grade families for 2012. ************************************** ACADEMIC SUPPORT: Ian Ogden is our Learning Support Specialist. He is available to assist students with Eugene IHS assignments. His main priority is students who need additional support with reading and writing strategies. Click here for his contact information and daily campus schedule. ************************************* 2011-2012 Eugene IHS T-shirts: ON SALE -$6 Available In Eugene IHS offices! *************************** Are you interested in hosting a student from China? Hosting a student from another country is an enriching experience. What: Hosting Chinese middle/high school Students and Teachers participating in the 2012 Winter University of Oregon Choral Camp When: February 1 – February 9 (9 days), Choral Camp Note: The host family provides transportation, breakfast and dinner on weekdays; 3 meals a day on the weekend and occasional sack lunches. Students may share a room but must have their own bed. Host families are strongly encouraged to take 2 students. All host families are invited to participate in the student performance and social. Stipend:* $150/person for 9 days or $300 for 2 people Stipend should cover expenses for meals, transportation, laundry and all activities. The number of days may vary slightly due to travel arrangements; stipend will be prorated accordingly. Website:* http://www.gpyinternational.org/hostfamily.html Contact: LuAnn Langford, 541.517.5915, luannlangford@gpyinternational.org ***************************************** Eugene International High School, winner of the 2007 Goldman Sachs Foundation prize for Excellence in International Education, began 27 years ago in the Eugene School District.** The school celebrated by hosting a 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 23, 2010 at the Lane Community College Center for Meeting & Learning. The theme for the evening was “Looking Back, Moving Forward.” The program included Dwayne Adcock, original founder of Eugene IHS who spoke about the history of the school, former student and Eugene IHS benefactor Brian O’Kelley spoke on the future of international education, and Halle Shirk, a current student and Project Our Turn creator offered her insights on the importance of an international education. The evening kicked-off with the Lion Dancers from the Chinese American Benevolent Association and student performances from musicians to dancers provided wonderful entertainment! The event was attended by alumni, retirees, parents, and current staff and students. Click here to see pictures of our 25th Anniversary Celebration	"Looking back on my experience with Eugene IHS I now realize how important it was in shaping my comprehensive understanding of the world around me. I credit the [school] with teaching me to love learning and my subsequent success in college and graduate school. I felt that I started college ahead of my freshman peers in terms of my writing abilities and time management skills. Plus, it made me really good at Jeopardy. --Alison (Stark) Leiman, Class of 2000 "Nothing prepares you better for success than Eugene IHS!" --Sarah (Withrow) King, Class of 1996 Click here to read other "Testimonials" from former Eugene IHS students.