Miller News
May 3, 2023
Principal's Message
Dear Families,
Looking back on this school year, I am filled with pride for the incredible accomplishments of our amazing school community. Our staff and students have dealt with a great deal of adversity and significant challenges throughout the year, yet they continue to persevere, adapt and even thrive. I'm so impressed with our collective achievements during what many would classify as the first 'normal' school year in the wake of the pandemic, thanks to our Miller family’s unwavering commitment to each other.
As we wrap up this school year, we are already preparing of the next. Most recently, I’m thrilled to report that we had an overwhelmingly successful showcase event for incoming 9th graders and their families. The event showcased the best of SHS and highlighted our exceptional community spirit. It was great to see the future Millers and their families wholeheartedly participated in the activities we prepared for them. The turnout surpassed our expectations and we may have even set a new attendance record.
I am grateful and proud to be a part of the Miller family.
Sincerely,
Principal da Silva
Upcoming School Events
May 4: World Language to FLIS
May 5: OSAA State Choir Championship 8:00 am
May 5: Cinco de Mayo Mariachi Tour
May 8-12: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 15-19: Spirit Week
May 19: Late work deadline
May 29: Memorial Day (no school)
This Week's Athletic Events
May 1, 2: Golf Districts (all day) @ Running Y Ranch
May 2: Boys Tennis vs. Thurston @ Home 4:00 pm
May 2: Girls Tennis @ Thurston 4:00 pm
May 2: Baseball and Softball @ Ashland 5:00 pm
May 3: Track and Field vs. S. Eugene @ Home 3:30 pm
May 3: JV Golf @ Pine Ridge 12:00 pm
May 4: JV Baseball @ Willamette 5:00 pm
May 5: Baseball vs. Ashland @ Home Doubleheader 2:00 and 4:00 pm
May 6: Softball vs. Ashland @ Home 1:00 pm
May 6: Track to Summit Invite Bend 10:00 am
Important Dates from the College and Career Center
5/1 - Decision Day for Seniors
5/3 - Future Lawyers in the Conference Room 11-12
5/3 & 5/4 Library closed 8:00-12:00
5/25 - UO Research Symposium, Juniors and AVID Sophomores
From the College and Career Center
What’s happening in the CCC? The College & Career Center is open to all grades. Make an appointment with Mrs. Dapkus or a mentor today!
SENIORS: Lots of scholarships due May 1!!!! Apply now!!! SHS Scholarships 22-23
SENIORS: Decision Day is May 1st for most 4 year colleges! Be sure to submit your intent.
SENIORS, WHERE WILL YOU GO? Fill out the Google form in the classroom.
FUTURE LAWYERS: Have you considered becoming a lawyer for a career? If so, the CCC will be hosting a meeting with a local lawyer and Aspire mentor (retired lawyer) on May 3 from 11-12 in the conference room. Space is limited. Future Lawyers
UO FREE SUMMER SAIL CAMP: Application open to all current 9-11 graders!!! Apply now! Summer SAIL
ESSAY EDITING: Need an essay edited? Share it with Mrs. Dapkus and multiple mentors will edit your essay.
NEED A JOB? The Job Opportunity Slide Show has been updated! Check it out: Job Opportunities Volunteer Opportunities
Graduation Details
- Graduating seniors must complete a Senior Clearance Card and turn in to the main office.
- Computers, textbooks, and library books should be returned.
- Each graduating senior will receive 10 tickets designated for outside and 7 tickets designated for inside. No extra tickets will be given.
June 9:
- Senior breakfast at 8:30 in the Commons for students only.
- Graduation rehearsal in west gym starting at 10 am.
- Graduations ceremony: 7:00 pm.
SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY!
The 2023 Springfield High School senior class parents are currently organizing an exciting drug and alcohol-free graduation night for our graduating seniors. Please check back regularly for more details and ways for you to support or get involved in this memorable event!
Here’s how you can help!
- Volunteer to help the night of the event-June 9th (junior & senior parents)
- Help with donations. If you or someone you know owns a local business that would be willing to donate money or items for prizes/raffles please reach out to one of us
- Personal or business tax-deductible credit card donations can be made to https://www.springfieldeducationfoundation.org/donate/
Contacts:
Heather Sexton heathersexton1@gmail.com or
Valeri Rankins valeri.rankins@gmail.com
Congratulations to Springfield High's Saxophone Quartet and Mariachi Del Sol!
Congratulations to the cast and crew of HONK! It was a huge success with amazing acting and singing! Our "Pit" was also awesome! Way to go Millers!
Time to order Yearbooks!
Rising 10th and 11th graders: Are you interested in a career in Forestry?
Give your old clothing new life!
Application Deadline extended until May 5th for the Cosmetology Program! See below!
Counseling Team
9th Grade: Damaris Carlson (541-744-4866)
10th Grade: SueAnn Rangeloff (541-744-4796)
11th Grade: Erik Lansdon (541-744-4346)
12th Grade: Matt Adams (541-744-4793)
Mental Health Coordinator: Robyn Eicks (541-744-4797)
Multicultural Liaison: Elena Espinoza (541-744-4780)
Administration Team
9th Grade: Lisa Dillon (541.744.4795)
10th Grade: Tracy Ross (541.744.4783)
11th Grade: Courtney Minyard (541.744.4815)
12th Grade: José da Silva (541.744.4782)
Springfield High School
Email: Josedasilva@Springfield.k12.or.us
Website: http://shs.springfield.k12.or.us/
Location: 875 West 7th Avenue
Phone: 541-744-4700