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Math Teacher's Cycling Sum(mer): 1,657 Miles in 7+ Days

Kelly's Tanner Faris set out to surpass the fastest known time cycling from Canada to Mexico along the Pacific Coast. Then, a month before set out, he learned he'd have to do it 3 days faster.
4J leaders watch a high school student perform during the September 2, 2026 Back-to-School Event

4J Staff Gather for Back-to-School Event 2026

Hundreds of educators flock to South Eugene High School on Sept. 2 to reconnect and hear from district leaders
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Apply to Serve on Budget Committee

The application period opens Friday, Sept. 4, to fill four seats on the committee that reviews and forwards for approval each year's budget proposal.
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Back-to-School Checklist

Here's some things families should know to help get their students off on the right foot when classes resume.
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$30 Million in Summer Projects Improve 4J Schools

The district is installing air conditioning at almost all school buildings without it and finishing upgrading playgrounds at all elementary schools
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Welcome New Principals & Administrators

Meet the new leaders selected to oversee schools and district operations during the 2026–27 school year
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Project Hope Registration Begins Aug. 24

Sign-up opens soon for 4J-enrolled students to receive free shoes, socks and backpacks filled with school supplies during events at Chavez and North Eugene on Aug. 29 and 30.
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Ed Center Drop-In Hours Begin July 7

Staff will receive visitors without an appointment at the 4J's administrative offices on weekdays from 8-9 a.m., 11:30 a.m-1 p.m. and 4-5 p.m.
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Board Moves Ahead With School Renaming; Elects New Leaders

Naming options for Chávez Elementary will be considered in the future, with community input, under the board's revised policy.
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Board Lauds Student Successes

4J leadership recognized dozens of high school achievements at a June 3 meeting.