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Below you will find timely announcements to keep you informed about counseling services and academic activities available to students and families. We hope these messages inspire conversations between students and guardians about opportunities at South.
UPCOMING DATES OF IMPORTANCE
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2: Extended CLUB AXE Tutoring
In preparation for midterms, the after-school tutoring program Club Axe will hold a special extended study session from 3:30-5:30pm in the SEHS Library. And of course, extra time means extra snacks!
Club Axe is a twice-weekly after school tutoring session that meets throughout the school year on Mondays and Thursdays in the SEHS Library from 3:30-4:30. Everyone is invited to come get some work done with support from teachers and peer tutors. Plus...did we mention the snacks?
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6: Final Day to Resolve an Incomplete from Last Year
Students who have an incomplete from the second semester of last year must resolve that status by completing all work before November 6th. Please talk to your counselor immediately if you have any questions. Be aware that any incomplete that is not resolved by this date will be recorded as an F on future transcripts.
SAVE THE DATE: SEHS Graduation will be held at the Hult Center on Saturday, June 12 at 7pm.
RESOURCES
As winter months approach, if you need assistance or if you have the capacity to assist others in need at this time, please reach out. South counselors and grassroots organizers in our community match resources with students and families each day in support of educational access and well-being.
South Eugene Counseling Secretary: Jessica Kuehn, 541-790-8013 kuehn_j@4j.lane.edu
4J Mental Health Specialist: Jaime Hock, 458-239-3469 hock_j@4j.lane.edu
15th Night Resource Coordinator: Trista Neuman: 541-525-6723 neuman_t@4j.lane.edu
SEHS Economic Justice League Advisor Lisi Adams: adams_l@4j.lane.edu
Call for 15TH NIGHT Community Responders
If you have capacity, the 15th Night Program is a beautiful way to provide direct and meaningful resources to students who would benefit from immediate assistance in our community. You can find the link to sign up as a Community Responder below:
https://www.15thnight.org/volunteer/community-responders/
May we all, this coming season, have enough to meet our needs and fill our hearts.
We are a community, each of us caring for all and all of us cared for.
Counselors build rapport with each of their students throughout the school year here at South; they are available for brief or time-sensitive questions during daily drop-in hours and are also available for longer appointments as scheduled.
Counseling Drop-In Hours for Students
No Appointment Needed
- Monday 9-10am
- Tuesday 10:30-11:30am
- Wednesday Lunch
- Thursday 2:30-3:30pm
- Friday 9-10am
Need to schedule an appointment? Stop by counseling or use the online link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/71428f1c/appointment/1511932f
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CAREER CENTER CHECK IN
Lori Sauter
SEHS College & Career Center Coordinator
sauter_l@4j.lane.edu
541-790-8052
COLLEGE AND PROGRAM VISITS:
The complete college visit list (constant work in progress)
College/Program |
Date |
Time |
Notes |
Southern Oregon University |
Wed November 4, 2026 |
10:40 AM |
In person |
The Oberlin Conservatory of Music |
Wed November 4, 2026 |
1:15 PM |
In person |
SCHOLARSHIPS
The complete scholarship list (constant work in progress)
DUE |
SCHOLARSHIP NAME |
DESCRIPTION |
10/31/26 |
Voice of Democracy - Local Sponsor VFW Post 293 |
Essay and 3-5 minute audio recording to the prompt, "What a Veteran Taught Me About America." Local award winners advance to district, state, and national competitions. |
11/1/26 |
Future First Citizen Award |
For SEHS senior ($1,000 to SEHS senior, $1,500 to Eugene-area winner), for leadership and contributions to school and community. Sponsored by the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce. Financial need is not considered. Use Google Docs to answer prompts and make available by sharing with Lori Sauter. Notify Lori Sauter (sauter_l@4j.lane.edu) once it is shared. Due by 9:00 pm on 11/1/26. |
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Stamps Leadership Scholar University of Oregon |
Full ride awards to outstanding Oregon students applying to the UO. Selection based on leadership, perseverance, scholarship, service, and innovation. Automatic admission to Clark Honors College. MUST APPLY TO UO by 11/1 to gain access to Stamps application due 11/15.
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Congress-
Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) Scholarship
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Study abroad scholarship for motivated high school students to spend a year in Germany sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. Must be a U.S. citizen. |
STUDENT VOLUNTEERING:
Coast to Cascades Bird Alliance Volunteer Appreciation Party
Four student volunteers needed to help decorate beforehand, assist during the party, and help clean up after event Date: Sunday, 11/1 Time: 3-5 pm: 2 volunteers set up, decorate tables, hand out name tags, arrange food, etc. 5-7 pm: 2 volunteers oversee games, help with food, and clean up. Location: Eugene Garden Club, 1645 High Street, Eugene Bonus! Free food, dessert and drinks! Contact: Text 541-206-9378 or email contact@ccbirdalliance.org to participate
COLLEGE and CAREER CENTER CURRENT EVENTS:
SEHS Financial Aid Night recording. 47-minute video (unless you play it at 1.5x speed!) from 10/8/26 webinar. Customized for SEHS students and recommended particularly for families of juniors and seniors with plans to continue their education in some way after high school.
LCC’s LEAP Program: All Lane County high school juniors and seniors can take any single LCC course this school year that they meet the prerequisites for without paying any tuition. (They still have to pay course fees.)
11/1: OSAC Scholarships application opens. Most scholarships require a completed FAFSA or ORSAA. Use the catalog of OSAC scholarships by doing several keyword searches to find good-fit scholarships. Final deadline 3/1, but submit by 2/16 to be eligible for $1,000 drawing.
11/2: codeORcreate registration deadline. codeORcreate is an annual competition, hosted by Connected Lane County, where teams of students work together to create solutions to community challenges. Teams turn an idea into a finished project and present it to a panel of judges for a chance to win prizes. This year, challenges will be released in early November, giving teams a full month to work together on their solutions. Work Period: November 2–December 5, 2026. Showcase: Saturday, December 5, 2026.
11/4: FAFSA/ORSAA Completion Workshop @ 6:30 pm in room 6. For seniors and parents needing assistance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA–for U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens) and the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA–for Oregon residents who have undocumented status, DACA status, and/or TPS). Bring a laptop (4J laptop preferred), SSN (if you have one), form of government-issued ID (such as ODL, passport, DMV ID), your 2025 tax information, and your most up-to-date financial information. Spanish-language assistance available. RSVP to sauter_l@4j.lane.edu if you plan to attend.
11/4: Ask an Admissions Counselor: Extracurriculars and College Apps. 4:30 pm PT. Free interactive webinar designed for high school students, their parents, and school counselors. You’ll learn:
✔ How colleges evaluate extracurricular involvement (and what impresses them most).
✔ Tips for balancing depth, breadth, and genuine passion.
✔ Examples of activities that demonstrate leadership and impact.
✔ How to tell your story authentically through your activities.
Sponsored by ACT.org. They will collect your contact data.
The Complete College/Career Center News (for lots more opportunities)
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