Ridgeline eNews
April 2, 2026
RIDGELINE CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
APRIL
Wednesday 4/8 Papa’s Pizza Fundraiser, West 11th Ave
Thursday 4/9 Board Meeting 6-8 p.m.
Friday 4/10 No School - Scope & Sequence
Wednesday 4/15 Earth Week Give Starts - Bottle Drop matching drive
Friday 4/17 Fundraising Meeting 1:30-3 p.m.
Friday 4/17 Class Placement Input forms due
Friday 4/24 Volunteer Appreciation Tea, 2:15-3:00 p.m. - Ridgeline Library
Sunday 4/26 Last day of Earth Week Give (turn in bags to Bottle Drop)
MAY 1
Friday 5/1 No School
Monday 5/4 Fundraising Committee Meeting 9-10:30 a.m.
Monday 5/4 Staff Appreciation Week starts
Wednesday 5/6 Spring Bike & Walk to School Day
Thursday 5/7 Equity Committee Meeting 4-5 p.m. via Zoom
Thursday 5/7 Board Meeting 6-8 p.m.
Friday 5/8 Last day of Staff Appreciation Week
For Quick Access:
Attendance:
Report an absence: attendance@ridgeline.org
- Planned Absence Form (at least 3 days in advance)
Click here to view the full calendar as some dates may change. Please note that Ridgeline’s calendar differs slightly from 4J elementary and middle school calendars.
The March 2026 Ridgeline Revealed Article = A Must Read!
Ridgeline Revealed is a monthly article series that offers behind-the-scenes insights into the school, providing families with information on key aspects they may not typically see. Our goal is to share timely topics and increase transparency about day-to-day operations in a short, easily digestible format.
NEW MUST READ March 2026 article: How Did Conflict Influence Montessori’s View of Education and Peace? - Peace begins in childhood, nurtured daily through empathy and responsibility.
Quick Summary:
Maria Montessori’s understanding of peace was shaped by living through times of war and instability, leading her to see peace as something that must be actively built, not simply the absence of conflict. She believed education plays a vital role by helping children develop independence, empathy, responsibility, and self-discipline. In Montessori environments, peace education is woven into daily classroom life through collaboration, respect, and meaningful work. By focusing on the development of the whole child, Montessori saw education as the foundation for creating a more peaceful and compassionate society.
Oregon BottleDrop – Earth Week Give Matching Funds
Do you have full Blue Bags at home? Hold onto them a little longer or grab a new one because Ridgeline Montessori is registered for BottleDrop’s Earth Week Give matching promotion. We’ll receive a 20% match from BottleDrop Give on funds raised from April 15 – April 26! This matching campaign also benefits from online donations from your BottleDrop Green Bag accounts if you don’t have a blue bag on hand.
Please call or email the office if you need extra blue bags sent home with your student now through the end of the school year! Some families like to take an extra blue bag to their staff room at work, or share with neighbors, or grandparents.
Blue bags can be turned in at any location in Oregon! In Eugene/Springfield, you can drop your Blue Bags at any of these three locations:
Eugene Redemption Center - 2105 W Broadway Eugene, OR 97402 (*Drop door is open during construction ongoing through 4/28)
Fred Meyer (Santa Clara) - 60 Division Ave Eugene, OR 97404
Springfield Redemption Center - 2289 Olympic St Springfield, OR 97477
With just 10 weeks left in the 2025 - 2026 school year, this match is a great way to boost your participation in our school fundraising efforts. Every dollar matters, so we send thanks in advance to those who choose to participate!
Class Placement Input Form - Complete by April 17
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we want to share some important information about class placements. You can read about the full process here.
Why it matters
Classroom placement at Ridgeline shapes student growth, classroom balance, and community dynamics. It’s a thoughtful, data-informed process that considers academic, social, and developmental needs—not specific teacher requests.
Who should complete the input form
Families of:
student moving to a new level next year. If your student is transitioning within our 3-year classroom bands.
students who may benefit from previous relationships with a student who will be moving levels.
middle school students who would benefit from the placement team know about social dynamics.
- Submit your input here
What you need to know
The Class Placement Input Form is open April 2–April 17 (midnight deadline).
You’re invited to share your student’s learning style, strengths, and needs—not teacher preferences.
The placement process is collaborative and multi-layered; final decisions rest with the principal.
Info shared will be reviewed alongside staff insights to support whole-child placement.
Middle school update: Each year, student cohorts are reshuffled to ensure balanced, diverse, and supportive learning environments. Returning 8th graders should expect to be placed in a different cohort than last year, alongside incoming 7th graders.
Questions & feedback
- Direct emails with questions or comments to placement@ridgeline.org.
Kindly note: The Ridgeline Board is not responsible for class placement or the appropriate place to submit feedback.
Current Ridgeline Families - No Action Needed for Enrollment Next Year
Contact enrollment@ridgeline.org if you have any questions. We look forward to a great rest of the school year!
Ridgeline’s Recommended Reading Articles
Ridgeline Revealed is a monthly article series that offers behind-the-scenes insights into the school, providing families with information on key aspects they may not typically see. Our goal is to share timely topics and increase transparency about day-to-day operations in a short, easily digestible format.
Check out the NEW March 2026 article:
Previous articles can be found here
If you want to know more about a Ridgeline or Montessori-related topic, please let us know. Simply email your question or suggestion to ridgelineoffice@ridgeline.org with 'Ridgeline Revealed' in the subject line.
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