North Eugene High School

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North Eugene High School is a public high school of about 1,200 students in Eugene, Oregon, United States. It is located at 200 Silver Lane near the Santa Clara area of Eugene.[1] North Eugene's mascot is the Highlander. This reflects the Scottish ancestry of the former owners of the property where the high school now stands.

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[edit] School Leadership

Principal

Laurie Henry

Vice Principals

V.P - Kay Graham

V.P - Gus Martinez-Padilla

V.P - Sally Huling

Associate Student Body (ASB)

The ASB at North Eugene High School is a group of students elected by their peers in the student body who are in charge of Pep Rallies, Assemblies, and Student Activities such as Project Give and Mr. North.

President - Derek Duman

Vice President - Esty Geiger

School Board Rep. - Vivek Patel

Secretary - Marissa Santana

Treasurer - Nikki Leighton

Coordinators - Holly Roberts and Courtney Colbourne

Historian - Lauren Jones

Parliamentarian - Brian Conklin

[edit] History

Scheduled to open September 1, 1957, North Eugene High School halls were first opened to students on October 21, 1957. Construction delays caused nearly two months of double-shifting at Kelly Middle School for the NEHS class of 1960. As one group of students was leaving, another would arrive.

Students found the school half complete: the gym and auditorium (and any rooms west of the gym hallway) were not scheduled for completion until the start of the 1958-59 school year. Even the “completed” section of the school were not ready for a “grand opening” on October 21.

The 325 Sophomores that would become the NEHS class of 1960 did not have a full complement of classmates until the fall of 1959. The student body grew in 1958 and 1959 with the addition of the new Sophomore class until in 1959-60 NEHS was finally a three-year school. (North was changed to a four-year school for the 1983-84 school year). The NEHS staff was built to full strength over the same three-year period.

Today, Silver Lane leads from a busy four-lane River Road west into a residential area. River Road is a business-lined arterial into the city of Eugene. The North Eugene campus dominates this residential area. Prior to the construction of NEHS, River Road was a country road winding parallel to the Willamette River. Silver Lane ran through filbert orchards and open fields. A walk from Colin Kelly Junior High was a rural jaunt. Walkers could observe a variety of agriculture and stop and pet the horses pastured in fenced fields.

The current NEHS campus was a filbert orchard belonging to a couple of Scottish ancestry. It appears that they donated land to School District 4J for the high school. Whether the exchange of land for the future school was a gift or otherwise, it was the source of rich traditions that define North Eugene High School a half-century later.

The NEHS mascot, Highlander, reflects the school’s heritage, as do the names of our school newspaper (Caledonian) and the yearbook (Tartan). A Caledonian is a native or inhabitant of ancient Caledonia or Scotland. Our dance and rally teams proudly wore the tartan reflecting the school's colors. Bagpipes hang above the fireplace in the student area.

Removing the filbert trees from the school site did not end the presence of the filbert at NEHS. Early pictures show that many filbert trees were planted in the landscaping of the campus to link the school to its past. The filbert nut maintained its presence with NEHS students in the time-honored tradition of having members of the incoming class roll filberts by pushing them with their noses. Although discouraged in latter years as a demeaning form of hazing, many proud Highlanders have fond memories of this unique tradition.

In April 2004 NEHS staff, parents, and community members were approached with information about the Oregon Small Schools Initiative project and grant opportunities. After interviews wth the OSSI granting committee, staff voted and an overwhelming 80% agreed to accept the grant, if it was offered.

In May 2004 a $900,000 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was awarded to NEHS. During the summer of that year, a team of NEHS staff formed to facilitate transition and manage the budget. The team consists of staff from all departments at NEHS.

In September of 2004 Site visits to other small high schools began. Staff, parents, and community members attend. Information was compiled about the variety of forms the new schools could take.

In January of 2005 various meetings and workshops are held to help staff envision and develop proposals for the new schools.

In May of 2005 a second vote was held to make the final decision about transitioning to small schools. More than 2/3 of the staff agreed that North should continue to transform into 4 small schools.

• North International High School

• School of Arts at North Eugene (later renamed)

• School of IDEAS: Invention, Design, Engineering, Arts, & Science

• The Big Picture School

As of the 2006 academic year, there are 3 small schools that have been implemented:

• North International High School

• North Eugene Arts Academy

• North Eugene School of IDEAS: Invention, Design, Engineering, Arts, & Science

[edit] Small Schools Program

North Eugene High School is divided into three smaller schools:

[edit] North Eugene International High School

North Eugene International High School (NIHS) is the Small School version of the International High School based in Eugene. Because it is not directly connected to the Eugene IHS program it can be far more independent when it comes to teacher hiring, curriculum planning and large group activities.

The NIHS program is led by Principal Sally Huling and has no current student government program.

[edit] North Eugene School of I.D.E.A.S

Invention, Design, Engineering, Arts & Science -

The North Eugene School of I.D.E.A.S. is the technology based, business school at NEHS. The I.D.E.A.S. program focus's on preparing students for life in the business environment of the 21st Century through things like Project Based Learning, Team Teaching and using technology as an everyday tool through such things as having a 1:1 computer student ratio and using advanced technological tools in every day learning.

Another new revolutionary practice taking place in the School of I.D.E.A.S. is "meaningful grading." What that is, is grades not based on a simple, single percentage but a grade based on multiple categories like: Work Ethic, Team Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Class Content, etc. What this allows is instead of getting a simple B of F on an assignment and not know what that means and how to improve but a detailed grade report that shows where the student can increase his or her efforts to get better grades.

The I.D.E.A.S. School is led by Principal Kay Graham and I.D.E.A.S. School President Alex Thies. The current Student Government in I.D.E.A.S. has four I.D.E.A.S. "Executive Officers" and two class officers for the 9th, 10th and 11th grade classes.

Executive Officers

President - Alex Thies

Vice President - Kel Thompson

Secretary - Erin Holt

Treasurer - Alexis Montoya

11th Grade Officers

President - Brittney Benson

Vice President - Travis McIntire

10th Grade Officers

President - Andrinn Jones

Vice President - Lindsey Winters

9th Grade Officers

President - TBA

Vice President - TBA

[edit] North Eugene Arts Academy

The Academy of Arts combines arts and academics in a way in which the two support and complement each other. This combination creates a powerful learning experience, using the arts as a web to unite all areas of curriculum.

Core academics feature a rigorous college-preparatory program including math, science, social studies, and world language. Our school is committed to encouraging all students to think creatively and independently, to question, and to be active participants in their education and their community.

The North Eugene Arts Academy is led by Principal Gus Martinez-Padilla and is currently working on establishing its student government

The Arts as a Model

The arts provide a model for lifelong learning. Artists use a learning cycle in their craft: a process which includes planning, rehearsal, production, assessment, performance, and reflection. This cycle trains students to be persistent, to develop craftsmanship, and practice essential thinking behaviors that are the key to success in school and in life.


A Culture of Academic Achievement

Students at the Academy of Arts will take a full, college-preparatory course load. All students will acquire the coursework, knowledge, and skills necessary to succeed in post-secondary education and the workplace. High standards and a culture of reflection and revision require students to strive for their personal best.


Academic Partnerships

In addition to studying with our faculty, students will have the opportunity to work with a variety of professional artists. We are developing productive partnerships with community arts organizations who will be collaborating with us in the classroom and in the community.

[edit] Sports

[edit] Football

The NEHS Football team has largely been considered a joke among the other inner-city High Schools for many years, in fact in the seasons from 2001 to 2002 the team scored only two touchdowns. Randy Fisher was the head coach in the 2003, 2004 seasons. He brought a winning attitude to the program but after two seasons he decided to head back to the 3A level. This gave North Eugene the opportunity to bring in head coach Eric Johansen. Johansen brings a large football back ground, playing football at the University of Oregon and even playing in the Rose Bowl. NEHS Football is making a comeback, in the 2005 season Johansen and his team of determined players achieved North's first winning season in 14 years, and in 2006 they had another winning season; he has been quoted as saying "I'll think about leaving North after we win a State title."To the students delight Coach Eric Johansen will be at North for a very long time!

[edit] Basketball

[edit] Boys Basketball

The North Eugene Highlanders boys' basketball team won Oregon's 5A state championship in 2007, with a 28-0 record. It was the North boys' first state title since 1977, when Danny Ainge led the Highlanders to their second straight state championship. The 2007 champions finished with a 28-0 record, setting a school record for most wins in a season, and becoming the second NEHS boys basketball team (along with the 1977 champs) to go undefeated. In 2006-07 pre-season play, the Highlanders were 7-0 against teams from Class 6A, Oregon's highest prep classification.

The North Eugene Boys Basketball Program is headed up by Coach Bill Wagner, a North graduate himself. With his intense coaching strategy of speeding up the offense and slowing down defense to a crawl, and the ability to create dominating players and teams he is accelerating the Boys Basketball Program at NEHS to new levels.

2007–2008 Season

11/30 North Medford, W76-50

12/01 Grants Pass

12/07 South Eugene

12/14 Roseburg

12/17 Sheldon

12/20 West Albany

1/10 Thurston

1/15 Springfield

1/17 Willamette

1/22 Churchill

1/25 Marshfield'

1/29 Thurston

2/01 Springfield

2/05 Willamette

2/08 Churchill

2/12 Marshfield

2/15 Thurston

2/19 Springfield

2/22 Willamette

2/26 Churchill

2/29 Marshfield

1-0 (0-0)

Bold Games are at Home

Italic Games are League Games

[edit] Baseball

[edit] Softball

Anyone who knows something about North Eugene Soft ball knows the name Mike Jodoin. Mike is currently holds the record for most career wins in Oregon and he brings two state championships to the table. North Eugene has been one of the leagues most dominate teams for many years and under head coach Jodoin the future looks promising.

[edit] Project Give

[edit] Mr. North

The Concept

Each participating high school organizes a non-traditional pageant. Contestants are judged in a number of categories, including creativity, personality, faculty review, and individual fundraising. Each school’s contribution is a result of fundraising as well as admission to the pageants.

The pageants require months of preparation on behalf of student and adult volunteers. As part of preparations, the contestants tour the Pediatrics Department and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Sacred Heart. This is often a turning point for the contestants and coordinators, as they see firsthand how their efforts will make a difference in the lives of mid-Oregon children.

Middle and elementary schools hold various fundraising events (dances, penny wars, talent shows, etc.) throughout the year to benefit CMN’s Kids Helping Kids program.

In 2001, 22 participating high schools, 4 middle schools, and 1 elementary school raised a record $352,216! As with all contributions to the Children’s Miracle Network, 100% of the proceeds directly helps purchase vital medical equipment used specifically in treating sick or injured infants and children at Sacred Heart.


The History

In 1990, a Monroe Middle School student, C.J. Martin, created a “Quarter Line Up” competition to raise funds for CMN. He raised more than $700 in two years.

As C.J. entered high school, the fundraising project evolved into a Senior boys pageant and resulted in “Mr. Irish”, the first pageant at Sheldon High School during the 1992/93 school year, which raised $3,000 for CMN.

C.J.’s mother, Karen Martin, has chaired this phenomenal program since the very beginning. Karen and C.J.’s interest in Children’s Miracle Network initially stemmed from the premature birth of a close relative who was treated in Sacred Heart’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

[edit] NEMCO

NEMCO (NORTH EUGENE MANUFACTURING CO.) is a student operated manufacturing enterprise based at North Eugene High School. The focus of this program is to allow students the opportunity to apply learning and experience curriculum which relates to work and careers in manufacturing.

The company has a wide range of possible positions for students to apply for. Each student is hired based on their personal career interests and the skills they have to offer. Students may acquire these entry skills in classes taken here at North or by other means such as extra curricular activities or work.

Students are eligible in their Junior year for a mentorship with a local participating company, and during their Senior year eligible students can take advantage of a paid apprenticeship. NEMCO employees receive class credit, real work experience, and a scholarship from the NEMCO profits at graduation.

NEMCO is guided by several local manufacturing industries and individuals in the Eugene area. Advisory members meet three to four times per school year to review and give input on program changes and ideas.

[edit] Link Crew

The North Eugene High School Link Crew is a group of juniors and seniors that assist the incoming Freshman Class on Freshman Orientation Day. A pair of Link Crew Leaders get a group of 8-10 new Freshman, play get-to-know-each-other games, assist in a field day, give a school tour and assist the "crew" of Freshman with getting their schedules and changing them if necessary. Each crew gets together every month or so to do something fun outside of school, assist each other with homework or just hang out around school before a sporting event.

Link Crew has been a part of North Eugene High School since 1996 and has stayed relatively the same ever since, even with the new small schools program. Both the IDEAS and Academy of Arts School use the Link Crew to welcome the new Freshman, however the NIHS small school has a mentor program where each responsible Junior and Senior gets a small group of 2-3 freshman to lead around school, help with homework and hang out with after school.

The Link Crew has been under the esteemed leadership and supervision of Mrs. Maralyn Flick who is the Family and Consumer Studies Department Chair, IDEAS School Teacher Leader and she teaches the very popular Human Sexuality, sexual education class.

[edit] Northside Catering

Northside Catering is a student-operated business. Students plan, prepare, and serve food for their customers.

Our goal is to operate a catering business that offers quality products, convenient service, and meets the needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on the quality and freshness of our products as well as our willingness to meet your needs and our enthusiasm to make your event special.

The students are trained in food safety and sanitation and each student has passed the Oregon Food Handlers' test. Students are also taught food preparation techniques to help them prepare quality products.

Catering services are available during the academic school year.

[edit] NETS

North Eugene Technical Support (NETS) is a small class of students at North Eugene High School that serves as the school's technical support. The School has at or around 950 computers to maintain and the 4j District Tech Support couldn't handle the large amount of work orders coming from NEHS so the decision was made to have a small class made for students with expertise in computers.

The students are paid one dollar above minimum wage for working roughly one hour a day after one year of being a tech.

The program is currently run by Technology Supervisor Brian Hartman and Head Student Technicians Christian Grossnicklaus and Sam Mortensen.

[edit] Notable Alumni

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