Sheldon High School

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Sheldon High School is a public high school in Eugene, Oregon founded in 1962. Its address is 2455 Willakenzie Road.

The mascot is a leprachaun posed with his fists raised. The school's colors are dark green and white.

1 History
2 Sports
3 Curricular activities
4 Notable alumni
5 External link

[edit] History

Sheldon High School is named for Dr. Henry D. Sheldon, an educator and prolific writer.

[edit] Sports

Sheldon excels in the area of sports. The football team recently won a state championship led by coach Marty Johnson. Girl's soccer won a state championship a few years back and the girl's basketball team has also enjoyed recent success.

[edit] Curricular activities

Sheldon is home to KRVM, a community-based radio station which broadcasts public access and also contains a student-centered radio curriculum.

Sheldon is also well-known for their band program, which boasts an award-winning marching band as well as two jazz bands, "Elements", and "Evolution". Sheldon's audition-only choir, the Dublinaires, are often on the road performing at festivals and concerts.

[edit] Notable alumni

Brink, Alex (Class of 2003), College football player (quarterback for Washington State University)
Miller, Chris (Class of 1983), former National Football League player.
Reinwald, Adam (Class of 1996), member of the professional vocal ensemble Cantus.
Walter, Michael (Class of 1979), former National Football League player.