Miller News

To empower all students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful future.

At Springfield High, we are integrating our efforts so that all students will become:

• Engaged individuals: An SHS graduate is an adaptable and productive member of the community.
• Innovative problem solvers: An SHS graduate is resourceful.
• Ethical decision makers: An SHS graduate thinks deeply and makes informed decisions.
• Effective communicators: An SHS graduate listens actively, speaks and writes clearly and respectfully.
• Productive collaborators: An SHS graduate engages with others to achieve common goals.

We are excited to offer two opportunities for students to get the extra support they need to wrap up the semester successfully! These opportunities also align with our School Mission, Portrait of an SHS Graduate, and Beyond High School Campaign, ensuring that every student is well-prepared to succeed after high school. Below is a reminder of the information I sent out on Sunday:

First Opportunity:

• When: Wednesday, 1/22
• Time: 3:05–4:10 PM
• Where: Teacher Classrooms
• What: Focused study time with teachers and peers plus free cookies and hot chocolate! This session is perfect for completing assignments before the late homework deadline on Thursday, 1/23.

Second Opportunity:

• When: Friday, 1/24
• Time: 1:30–2:45 PM
• Where: Teacher Classrooms
• What: Focused study and preparation for finals plus free cookies and hot chocolate! Bring your friends, study materials, and let’s ace those exams together!

Please note that cookies and hot chocolate will only be served to students who present a pass signed by a teacher they worked with.

We look forward to seeing students take full advantage of these opportunities!

Sincerely,

Principal da Silva

Jan. 21-25: Spirit Week/Winterfest (see below)

Jan. 22: Cookies and Cram #1~ 3:05-4:10 pm (see below)

Jan. 22: Jazz/Percussion/Mariachi Concert

Jan. 23: Late Work Deadline

Jan. 24: Early Release District Day

Jan. 24: Cookies and Cram #2~ 1:30-2:45 (see below)

Jan. 25: Winterfest Dance

Jan. 27-29: Finals Week

Jan. 27: 2nd semester schedules are live for students to view

Jan. 30, 31: Grading Day/End of Semester

Jan. 21-25: Spirit Week/Winterfest (see below)

Jan. 30, 31: Grading Day/End of Semester

Feb. 7: Early Release

Feb. 14: Last day to request schedule change

Feb. 10-14: Scholarship Week

Jan 21: Boys Basketball vs Thurston - JV 4pm, Fr 5:30pm, V 7pm

Jan 21: Girls Basketball vs Thurston - JV 4pm, V 5:30pm

Jan 23: Wrestling @ North Eugene - 6pm

Jan 24: Swim @ Echo Hollow Pool - 3pm

Jan 24: Boys Basketball @ Ashland - JV 4pm, Fr 5:30pm, V 7pm

Jan 24: Girls Basketball @ Ashland - JV 4pm, V 5:30pm

Jan 25: Cheer @ David Douglas

Jan 25: Wrestling @ Willamette

Jan 28: Boys Basketball vs North Eugene - JV 4pm, Fr 5:30pm, V 7pm

Jan 28: Girls Basketball vs North Eugene - JV 4pm, V 5:30pm

Jan 31: Wrestling @ West Albany - 9am

Jan 31: Boys Basketball @ Crater - JV 4pm, Fr 5:30pm, V 7pm

Jan 31: Girls Basketball @ Crater - JV 4pm, V 5:30pm

Jan 31: Swim @ Willamalane - 4pm

Feb 1: Cheer @ Roseburg

Feb 1: Wrestling @ Junction City

For those unable to attend, the annual MLK Celebration was a resounding success, with a packed Commons filled with energy, inspiration, and community. Below are the welcome remarks delivered by José.

"A heartfelt thank you to the organizing committee, the judges of the contest entries, our talented students, guest performers, and the custodian team and volunteers for their invaluable efforts in setting up, taking down, and reorganizing the space. Your dedication and contributions are deeply appreciated."

"Today marks the 27th year that we celebrate Dr. King’s legacy. This year's theme, Peace = Justice, draws inspiration from his impactful words: ‘True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice,’ an excerpt from his 1958 book Stride Toward Freedom."

"Dr. King’s vision reminds us that peace is active, rather than passive, and that the tireless work to ensure fair treatment and access to basic rights and the pursuit of peace are one and the same."

"May this celebration inspire us to be ambassadors of peace and justice in Springfield and beyond."

The event concluded with memorable performances and reflections, led by our emcees Lina Nyamute and Leila Kammerzelt-Murphy.

SHS Acting Ensemble is celebrating another SOLD OUT weekend of Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. Congratulations SHS Acting Ensemble on another stellar performance!

Please find the pdf below. This calendar indicates slight changes to the early release days in May.

• May 9th and 23rd are the correct early release days.

The Springfield Schools Health Center (SSHC) is a Community Health Centers of Lane County clinic that is located on the SHS campus near the soccer field. This clinic offers primary care providers, mental health services, and more. We bill insurance, accept Medicare, Medicaid, and OHP. If uninsured, we can still see you and have our Access Team help you and the entire family get signed up for health insurance.

541-682-3550

Schedule an appointment Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm

Drop-in appointments available every: Monday/Thursday/Friday at 11:30am, 1:30pm, & 3:00pm; Tuesday, 1:30pm & 3:00pm

1050 10th St. (on the corner of 10th & Healthy Way)

Springfield, OR 97477

SSHC specific CHC page: Springfield Schools Health Center/Community Health Centers of Lane County

Yearbooks are at the lowest price right now at $55 and now is the perfect time to buy! A couple of awesome highlights from the classes: students are working hard on getting quotes from students all over campus as well as taking photos at clubs, sports and even classes to showcase in the book. The yearbook is 200 pages this year (50 more than last year)! At the end of Semester 1, the book will go up in price to $65 so lock in the best price now! Click here to buy online: https://tinyurl.com/SHSyearbook25

Seniors - Buy a Senior Ad!

Senior Ads are a great way to showcase multiple photos of your senior from baby years to high school graduate! Include text to add a sweet note of appreciation and encouragement to your senior! Ads are available in full, half, quarter and ⅛ sizes. Senior Ad purchases are due by Feb. 15th. Purchase online here: https://tinyurl.com/SHSyearbook25

COLLEGE AND CAREER CORNER: The College and Career Center is located in the library and welcome to all grades for drop-in visits and appointments with Mrs. Dapkus and our amazing UO SAIL mentors.

COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE Seniors, have you received a college acceptance? See Mrs. Dapkus in the College & Career Center, she has a gift for you!

LCC BOUND SENIORS Seniors, planning on LCC in the fall? Here are the steps:

1. Apply to LCC

2. Apply to LCC Foundation Scholarships by March 3

3. Apply for FAFSA/ORSAA

4. Apply for Oregon Promise

5. RTEC 101 - 25 LCC bound seniors can take this FREE course earning 1 college credit in April at SHS. See the Mrs. Dapkus’ Google classroom for details.

SENIORS: FAFSA or ORSAA? Unsure if you should apply for FAFSA or ORSAA? Use this tool: FAFSA/ORSAA Filtration Tool

ROTC SCHOLARSHIP MEETING Juniors and seniors, are you interested in both military and college? Consider the ROTC scholarship worth up to $200,000! The meeting will be in the library on February 11 at 11:00am.

OREGON PROMISE Seniors, if you have a 2.0 GPA or above, you may be eligible for the Oregon Promise Grant which could potentially pay for up to 90 credits at community college. When applying, please select the 3rd option regarding your transcript (Mrs. Dapkus will automatically submit the transcript for you).

ESSAY EDITING Do you need an essay edited for a scholarship or college application? Share it with Cindy Dapkus and you’ll have the edits of up to 3 SAIL mentors.

DevNW FINANCIAL FOUNDATIONS presented by ConnectedLane is an 8-hour class that covers various topics, including money management, credit, taxes, investing, avoiding debt, buying a car, paying for school, and other personal finance topics relevant to Lane County youth. By participating in this class, you may have the opportunity to create an IDA account and earn up to 5 times the amount originally deposited. DevNW

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES We have entered SCHOLARSHIP SEASON!!! Keep an eye on the SHS Spreadsheets in the Google classrooms for upcoming scholarships to be posted.2025 Senior Scholarships 9-11 GRADE Scholarships 24-25

OSAC SCHOLARSHIPS: Seniors, the OSAC Scholarship application has over 10 MILLION dollars for Oregon students continuing on with trades, 4 year university or community college. Last year 14 SHS students earned $61,000 in scholarships through the OSAC! Early Bird Deadline is February 17! To apply: OSAC Portal

Students, need a job? Check out the Job Opportunity slide show! Job Opportunities

FOOD RESOURCES

Weekend Pantry Pack

• Snack and convenience foods for the weekend
• Students choose 6 food items via Google Form
• Pick up from Resource Room Fridays after school
• Order at: bit.ly/shspantry

Family Food Box

• Dry goods + fresh fruit and vegetables

• Students or parents choose the food items they want

• Order via Google form

• Pick up from Main Office T/Th between 2-3:30; limited delivery available

• First step is to register: bit.ly/shsfoodreg

CLOTHING RESOURCES

Miller Outfitters is our very own free thrift clothing boutique, located in the cafeteria!

• Open whenever the cafeteria is open

• [mostly] student run and maintained

• New items come in all the time

• Students can take what they need

• Student donations encouraged!

OTHER

• Resource Room (363) has snacks, toiletry items and school supplies

• Attendance office is stocked with granola and fresh fruit

• For all other needs, students should fill out the resource request form: bit.ly/shsaskhere

SHS Student and Family Resource Center

SHS Webpage

Millers Bottom Line - YouTube Channel

Principal (12th grade): José da Silva (541.744.4782)

9th Grade: Lisa Dillon (541.744.4795)

10th Grade: Tracy Ross (541.744.4783)

11th Grade: Betsy Johnson (541.744.4815)

9th Grade: Damaris Carlson (541-744-4866)

10th Grade: Kimberlee Montoya (541-744-4796)

11th Grade: Matt Adams (541-744-4793)

12th Grade: Ally Goertzen (541-744-4346)

Mental Health Coordinator: Robyn Eicks (541-744-4797)

Multicultural Liaison: Elena Espinoza (541-744-4780)

Principal: Jose daSilva

Website: http://shs.springfield.k12.or.us/
Location: 875 West 7th Avenue
Phone: 541-744-4700