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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
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 |
Northern Arizona University |
Tue November 10, 2026 |
10:15 AM |
In person |
FEATURED SCHOLARSHIPS
The complete scholarship list (constant work in progress)
DUE |
SCHOLARSHIP NAME |
DESCRIPTION |
11/11/26 |
Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program |
For high-achieving seniors with financial need (a maximum annual gross income of $95,000), seeking to access the nation's best colleges and universities. Selection also based on persistence, leadership, academic ability, and achievement. SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam scores must be submitted. |
| 11/12/26 |
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships |
For students planning to pursue a 4-year degree. Selection based on leadership, scholarship, and financial need. SEHS applicants should select Eugene Elks Lodge #357 when asked to select nearest lodge.
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| 11/12/26 |
National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) |
For students (ages 15-18) to study a language (Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, or Russian) during summer or an academic year. Intensive language learning via classes, cultural activities, and living overseas with a host family. Merit-based. Previous language experience is not required. |
Scholarships and College-Prep Programs for High-Achieving, High-Need Juniors and Seniors
STUDENT VOLUNTEERING:
South Hills Rehabilitation Center
Seeking: 9th-12th graders interested in spending time visiting with residents. Residents live at the center to improve their physical or cognitive abilities after an injury, surgery, or illness. Many are older adults. Frequency: 1x/week for about an hour Location: 1166 E 28th Ave, Eugene For more information: Contact Liz Van Orden, activities director [541-345-0534 (work), 541-606-0780 (cell), liz.vanorden@southhillsncc.com Bonus: Good experience for students interested in a career in health care or social services
COLLEGE and CAREER CENTER CURRENT EVENTS:
Senior Planning Timeline 2026-27
LCC’s RTEC101 course: Free LCC class, worth one college credit, for seniors considering attending LCC. This class will provide you with the necessary tools and resources to become a successful student at Lane. Next course begins 1/4/27.
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.)
Now: OSAC Scholarships application is open. Most OSAC 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. Pro tip: Start applying for these scholarships early enough to select all that you’re eligible for via the catalog since the filtering system in the application does a poor job of selecting for you.
11/6: Duck Preview. 10 am-4 pm on the UO campus. Fall open house designed to give high school juniors, seniors, and transfer students a head start on the college search process.
11/6: LCC Campus Tour. 11 am-12 pm at LCC’s main campus. Campus visits are a great way to see the campus, visit programs, and ask questions to make sure Lane is the right choice for you.
11/7: OSU-Cascades (Bend) Beaver Preview. 9 am-3 pm on the OSU-Cascades campus. Tour campus with a current student, meet faculty, find out what makes a strong admission application, and get your financial aid and scholarship questions answered. This is the perfect time to learn more about becoming a Bend Beav.
11/7: Pacific University Senior Preview Scholarship Day (In Person): 9 am-12:30 pm at Pacific University’s Washburne University Center Multi-Purpose Room (MPR) in Forest Grove. Senior Preview Scholarship Day is your opportunity to experience life at Pacific, connect with our community and earn a $2,000 annual scholarship simply by participating.
11/13: Pacific University Senior Preview Scholarship Day (In Person): 9 am-12:30 pm at Pacific University’s Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center in Forest Grove. Senior Preview Scholarship Day is your opportunity to experience life at Pacific, connect with our community and earn a $2,000 annual scholarship simply by participating.
11/13: Southern Oregon University Preview Day. 8 am-2 pm at SOU’s Stevenson Union. During the event, tour campus and residence halls, explore facilities and resources, and meet with faculty.
The Complete College/Career Center News (for lots more opportunities)
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