1125 Willagillespie Road, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 790-7100 Fax: (541) 790-7105
Grades: K–5
2019–20 Enrollment: 521
Principal: Sheila Minney <minney_sh@4j.lane.edu>
Secretary: Debbie Serra <serra_d@4j.lane.edu>
Middle School Region: Cal Young, Monroe
High School Region: Sheldon
Mission Statement:
To provide a safe, caring environment that encourages all students to achieve their highest potential through challenging curriculum, enrichment opportunities and community collaboration.
Vision Statement:
Equipping children to welcome the future and reach for their dreams.
Values We Encompass:
Students first, innovation, rigorous expectations and a safe, nurturing environment.
Program Description:
Willagillespie is a both a neighborhood and a targeted Title I school. We are staffed by a dedicated and hard-working team of teachers, educational assistants and specialists. We set high expectations for ourselves and for our students. We aim for a comprehensive educational program that spans grade levels and is offered throughout the school year. Children learn in a safe, encouraging, caring environment.
School Highlights:
- Community school with active parent–teacher organization, and strong parent and community volunteer presence
- On-site before- and after-school child care
- Before-school orchestra for grades 3-5
- “Brain friendly” classrooms and cutting-edge technology including iPads, document cameras and classroom computer carts at each grade level
School Improvement Goals:
In addition to annual growth in reading, mathematics and writing, our school staff is committed to developing practices that align with the following goals:
- The school principal and staff will work together to create a safe, respectful, culturally inclusive environment with consistent school rules and expectations.
- All instructional staff at the school collaboratively plan for sound instruction in a variety of instructional modes.
- School staff create and maintain a welcoming environment for all families and community members.
- All instructional staff at the school engage in aligning instruction and local assessments to state standards.
