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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 Local/Regional Importance for Seniors
November 1: OSAC Scholarship Portal Opens
This scholarship clearinghouse platform allows students to apply for multiple need and merit based scholarships with a single application.
November 1: UO Early Application Deadline: results known before January 5
Regular decision deadline January 15 with results by April 1st
November 2: OSU Early Application Deadline: results known by mid-December
Regular decision deadline February 1 with results by mid-March
The FAFSA/ORSAA Federal Financial Aid and Oregon Student Aid Portals opened on September 24th and October 1st respectively – if you need any assistance to complete this very important step in the college application process, please contact Lori Sauter in the College and Career Center at sauter_l@4j.lane.edu for support. If you missed South’s recent Financial Aid Night webinar, you can access the instant replay here: https://sehs.4j.lane.edu/7692_4
CTE: Career Technical Education
How will your student earn a competitive advantage for career and/or college?
South Eugene High School offers empowering CTE programs featuring active and engaging experiential learning. Can you or your student name all six CTE offerings specific to SEHS?
Experiential Learning programs are available to all South students. Most are completed over one or two full years as a junior and/or senior, but it is invaluable for families of freshmen and sophomores to discuss these programs now in preparation for engaging in a CTE of choice during high school.
South Eugene High School CTE Programs include:
These SEHS CTE Programs are coordinated by gifted South faculty in each field.
For more information, contact the CTE Coordinator by email and express your interest in and appreciation for their work! Alternately, contact your student’s academic counselor for guidance.
4J’s Center for Advanced Learning and Community Impact (aka CALCI) also
provides opportunities for all rising Juniors and Seniors in Building and Construction:
Future Build is a 4J Career Technical Education Construction Program where students build a visionary and hopeful future for themselves and their community. Future Build students experience authentic learning that provides opportunities for their own futures while simultaneously creating meaningful and sustainable changes for their community. Future Build students work with industry partners to co-create housing projects to tangibly transform people’s lives. Through Future Build, 4J CTE students will gain skills and knowledge that will prepare them for family wage, high demand Lane County jobs in trades that are hungry for a job-ready workforce. More info can be found on this FLYER, in this VIDEO or this VIDEO.
What makes FutureBuild unique?
A free program, open to all 11th and 12th graders at any 4J high school A one- or two-year deep dive that offers both elective and core academic credits A full-day (every other day) hands-on program A professional classroom setting in a single location (free transportation provided) Engaging learning projects designed to benefit the Eugene community
For more information or inquiries, please contact your school counselor.
MIDTERMS
A reminder to all families that midterms are right around the corner. Please check student grades and assist in preparing for this important mid-point in the semester. Now is the time for students to catch up on any missed assignments and to begin studying for exams. Reach out to any teachers in classes where there may be need for additional support, and always know that counselors are available to assist as well. November 6 is midterm grading day and will be a no school day for students.
CLUB AXE
Club Axe is a twice-weekly after school tutoring session that meets on Mondays and Thursdays in the SEHS Library from 3:30-4:30. Utilize this resource especially as midterms approach! Everyone is invited to come get some work done with support from teachers and peer tutors. Plus, there are snacks!
SENIOR INTERVIEWS
All students in the class of 2027 should now be scheduling and attending their mandatory senior interview. Counselors will review transcripts, senior year courses, graduation plan, and post high school options during this meeting.
PURPLE PACKETS
All seniors applying to a four-year college or university should turn in the second page of their purple packet to the counseling center as soon as possible. The purple packet is a set of instructions that guides students through the college application process here at South. Seniors should stop by counseling during drop-in hours with any questions.
Counseling Openings
Applegate Counseling has a few openings (private and OHP).
Brightways Counseling has lots of openings (private and OHP).
Direction Services has lots of openings (mainly OHP).
Shine has openings (mainly OHP).
Lane County Free Dental Clinic
The Lane County Free Dental Clinic is an annual event for anyone who is low income and does not have OHP or dental insurance. OHSU Dental School faculty and students, along with Lane Community College Dental Hygiene program provide free dental extractions, fillings, and cleanings during the event. The event is by appointment only and people can text 541-556-5902 to request an appointment.
WHERE: Lane County Fairgrounds, 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene OR
WHEN: Saturday, November 7th and Sunday, November 8th, call or text 541-556-5902 to schedule an appointment.
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 |
Montana State University |
Mon October 26, 2026 |
6-8 PM |
At Papa’s Pizza Parlor. “Bring your family and friends to hear about MSU.” |
Montana State University |
Tue October 27, 2026 |
10:40 AM |
In person. Note that this visit begins right after advisory, during break. |
Mount Holyoke College |
Tue October 27, 2026 |
11:30 AM |
Virtual visit URL is: https://mtholyoke.zoom.us/j/91623113470 |
University of Toronto |
Thu October 29, 2026 |
10:15 AM |
Virtual visit URL is: https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/8341358401 |
Linfield University |
Thu October 29, 2026 |
11:00 AM |
In person |
University of Puget Sound |
Fri October 30, 2026 |
10:15 AM |
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. |
Scholarships and College-Prep Programs for High-Achieving, High-Need Juniors and Seniors
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.
10/23: Rotary Youth Exchange (study abroad) preliminary application deadline for the long-term exchange (LTE ) program, a 10-month program taking place all of next school year (2027-28). Participating students will live with 2-3 host families and attend high school abroad. Students must be aged 15-18.5 at the time of departure. Interested? View the FAQ pages for more information including costs and the link to the preliminary application. View the Application Guidance PDF for instructions for filling out the preliminary application. Local Rotary contact: Maureen Considine (360-701-4939, meauxmo@aol.com).
10/29: West Point Admissions Event. 5:30 pm at the UO’s Condon Hall, room 104. Meet with West Point admissions representatives to learn about what the academy offers, life as a cadet, the application process. Register. Space is limited.
10/29: Hatfield Marine Science Center Career Day. 9:30 am-2:30 pm at Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. High school students are invited to explore marine science careers. Take part in hands-on activities and field sampling, tour research labs, and meet scientists. Registration required. $30 per participant. Questions: <SeaGrantMarineEd@oregonstate.edu> or 541-867-0233
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.
11/4: 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.
The Complete College/Career Center News (for lots more opportunities)
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