Eugene School District 4J

The 4J/EWEB Education Partnership (4J/EEP) is a grant funded program within Eugene School District 4J. About 30 years ago, this phenomenal partnership was formed to support and supplement science education, particularly in the areas of energy and water.

Our Changing Planet-Preparing for Our Future

Nature is medicine, innovation is hope, adaptation is survival and knowledge is power. We are committed to creating spaces that encourage noticing, wondering and questioning that foster an awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things, natural systems and human impacts. ALL students deserve to be seen, heard and offered the opportunity to learn how to be collaborative, critical thinkers and problem solvers gaining knowledge, confidence and voice to take small and large actions toward creating a just, healthy and livable future here on the planet we all share-Earth.

The following educational opportunities are available through the 4J/EEP program:

• Salmon Raising each fall for Eugene 4J 1st-12th grades
• Salmon Raising Teacher PD for 4J, Bethel and Springfield teachers each October
• Wind Energy unit for Eugene 4J 7th grade 
• Wind Energy support
• EWEB EV Challenge for Eugene 4J, Bethel and Springfield Middle School Students
• EWEB EV Challenge PD for teachers each March
• Earth Day, Every Day classroom activities and visits
• Water is Life, Water is Energy classroom visits
• Coming soon: K-12 Climate Education Resources
• Coming soon: Aware and Prepared Resources

4J/EEP Staff:

Tana Shepard K-12 Climate. Energy. Conservation. (TOSA)

Tana is in her 23rd year teaching and her 9th year her current role. Prior to this position, she taught 4th and 5th grade at Chávez Elementary, as well as started the school garden, the green team and was a STEAM team leader. Her passions lie in educating others about all things to steward and protect our Mother Earth.

Tasha Tipitino 4J/EEP Program Assistant

Tasha has worked in the district for over a decade. She is passionate about supporting youth learning and managing all the behind the scenes work to make this program tick.

Read about what’s happening in 4J schools:

Eco Experience with Eco Chick (a monthly publication)
4J EWEB Education Partnership Website