Principal
We are in the process of determining the best way to deliver Schoology parent codes to our families. In the mean time if you would like the code now please call the EHS front office and we can provide it for you. The number is 541-935-8200. The link below will provide you with instructions on how to sign up for a Schoology parent account.
Senior Grad Night is sponsoring a raffle to raise funds for the senior all-night party. Please go the following link for the details.
The Covid-19 numbers in Lane County are beginning to improve and we are making plans to return to in-person instruction on a hybrid A/B schedule. While those plans are being finalized we do need to know if there are any families that do not plan to return to the building when in-person learning returns. We asking any family that does NOT plan to return to the building to contact us directly here at the school so that we can make alternative plans for providing content. Please call us at 541-935-8200 or email at rgardner@fernridge.k12.or.us
We will be transitioning to Schoology for our Learner Management System (LMS) for the second semester. We are excited to make this change, but also recognize that it will take some time for everyone to get comfortable with the new platform. The most important thing we can ask of parents is to get signed up for a Schoology account so that you can access grades and keep up with notifications from teachers. The following link will provide step by step instructions for getting a Schoology account for your student. Please don’t hesitate to call the school if you have any questions.
We are adding one additional date and time for students to come and exchange their textbooks for second semester. Students can exchange books on Monday evening, February 8th from 3:30 PM-6:30 PM. Students will need to bring their books from first semester in order to receive their books for their second semester classes. We still are offering exchange times on Friday, February 5th from 12:30 PM-3:30 PM and Monday, February 8th from 8:30 AM-3:30 PM.
Feb 1 – Feb 5, 2021, is our time to focus on the contributions of school counselors at Elmira High School and across the nation.
Ms. Brittney McMillan at Elmira High School works hard through the year to actively engage students, help them to focus on positive ways to enhance their academic and social/emotional development and plan for a future after high school.
Join us in thanking Ms. McMillan for all of the work they do to ensure our students can reach their greatest potential!
We will run a modified schedule on Thursday, February 4th and Friday, February 5th to allow for additional time for teachers to administer final exams. Please be aware that not all teachers will administer finals and that you need to confirm with your teachers their plans for the conclusion of your classes. Please adhere to the following schedule for final exams:
Thursday, February 4th
1st Period: 9:00-10:30
Lunch: 10:30-12:00
3rd Period: 12:00-1:30
Friday, February 5th
2nd Period: 9:00-10:30
Lunch: 10:30-12:00
4th Period: 12:00-1:30
As we continue with Comprehensive Distance Learning to begin the second semester we need to exchange textbooks. We will use a process similar to the one we utilized at the start of the school year with students coming to campus to turn in and receive new books at the same time. Your new books will be bundled for you and will also include any materials that you might need for art or CTE classes. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE YOUR BOOKS FOR SECOND SEMESTER YOU MUST RETURN ALL OF YOUR BOOKS FROM FIRST SEMESTER. We will utilize the schedule listed below for the book exchange, please remember to wear masks and adhere to social distancing requirements when you come to campus. The book exchange will take place in the front lobby so please park in the student lot at the front of the school.
Textbook Exchange Schedule
Wednesday, February 3rd (12th Grade) – 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Thursday, February 4th (11th and 12th Grade) – 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Friday, February 5th (10th – 12th Grade) – 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Monday, February 8th (9th – 12th Grade) – 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
The Oregon Department of Education released graduation rates last week and Elmira High School continues to significantly outpace the state average. In a year where Oregon saw its highest graduation rate in decades at 82.63%, EHS still beat that number by almost 8 points at 90.38%. In addition, when looking at 5 year completion rates we saw a rate that was 11 points higher than the state at 94.87% compared to 83.04%. These numbers are a product of our, amazing students, outstanding staff, caring parents, and a community that values education. These numbers are part of a multiyear pattern of EHS exceeding the state graduation rates. Thank you to everyone who helps us to continue to achieve at a high level. Especially during these trying times, the support of the community is much appreciated.
Beginning in February EHS will be transitioning to a new Learner Management System (LMS) called Schoology. Schoology will replace Google Classroom. We decided to make the switch to Schoology because it provides features that will better support student learning, improve communication with students and parents, and work more seamlessly with eSchool. There will be much more information coming in the next three weeks as we prepare for this switch. The link below will direct you to our new Schoology page on the high school website where you will soon be able to find informational and training videos about Schoology and log-in information. We are excited to make this change and believe that it will be beneficial for students, parents and our staff. Please don’t hesitate to call or email if you have any questions.
