This year's annual scholarship awards night will be a virtual event, and will be this Saturday, May 30th at 6:00pm Everyone is welcome to the view the ceremony on YouTube Live through this link or in the graphic below. The live feed will start at 5:55pmPlease join all of us in celebrating the successes of the Class of 2020!You can download a copy of the... READ MORE >

A comprehensive list of COVID-19 Resources for individuals, workers, and businesses from Senator Merkley's office has been updated for the community.The list is at https://5il.co/gr43 - click the link for details READ MORE >

A pesticide application is scheduled for was performed: on 5/27/2020 at 9:30AM - expected location is the middle school campus. READ MORE >

During this challenging time there are many resources available for students and families. Please reach out if you are needing support and share these resources to help care for our community. ❤️--Durante este tiempo desafiante, hay muchos recursos disponibles para estudiantes y familias. Comuníquese si necesita apoyo y comparta estos recursos para ayudar a apoyar... READ MORE >

A pesticide application is scheduled for/was performed: on 5/26/2020 at 9:30AM - expected location high school softball fields, at 8:30 AM - expected location varsity baseball field, at 7:30AM - expected location football field. READ MORE >

If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance during these trying times, Florence Food Share would like you to know that their shelves are full!People can come by for curbside service at the Florence Food Share site, 2190 Spruce Street, or can call 541-997-9110 to request food supplies.Florence Food Share is open Monday through Friday from 9:30am to... READ MORE >

As there have been multiple changes in the executive orders over the last two months, there has also been a need to modify the student school year and staff work calendar to match.All students in Grades Kindergarten through 11 that are complete with all Distance Learning Work will be finished with all new work on May 29th, 2020.Any students that need additional... READ MORE >

This link https://5il.co/fxtp will take you to the updated list of resources for assistance during the current crisis. The newest resources are labeled with yellow highlights. READ MORE >

Good morning Siuslaw Community, As promised, we have an update on our 2020 graduation ceremony. We met with the senior student leaders on Tuesday and we worked out a plan. The day will start with a car parade at 12:00pm on Friday, June 5th. The route and details will follow once they have been finalized. Since health guidelines prevent a typical gathering,... READ MORE >

Middle School & High School Personal Item Pickup Information When can students get their personal belongings from school? Siuslaw Middle School and Siuslaw High School: To maintain social distancing and to minimize time waiting in lines, we are organizing by grade level according to the schedule below. Please Note: May 8 is open to any students who miss... READ MORE >

Siuslaw High School Families, I am reaching out today to request that you take a quick survey to assess how our school is doing in supporting you during distance learning. We will use this survey to improve our practies for the remainder of the year. Thank you for taking the time to help us grow. Distance Learning Check-in – Siuslaw Schools READ MORE >

Siuslaw Dining Services are still delivering to all sites, just at slightly different times as bus routes have been combined. This is a repeat of the same schedules that went out last week in lunch bags and out in the media. If you cannot make it to a distribution site, or know of someone that cannot, please call 541-997-5443 or 541-997-2651 and staff will help... READ MORE >

The following link https://5il.co/fpdh takes you to an extensive list of Covid-19 resources for health care, food & hunger resources, housing assistance, and economic development, small business & worker supports. READ MORE >

The latest information on grading guidance and the updated executive order from the governor can be found on the Distance Learning main page.This updated guidance for students in kindergarten through 8th grade follows along with previous directives for students in grades 9-11 released last week. READ MORE >

Attention Class of 2020 Parents and Seniors: We would like to do a Senior Spotlight each day on our social media pages to showcase our amazing seniors! Participating is completely voluntary. If you would like to participate, please email me a photo of your senior (doesn't have to be an official senior photo - a favorite from your cell phone will work too), along... READ MORE >

April 16, 2020 RE: Updated information on class & credit completion for Grades 9, 10 & 11 Dear Siuslaw families, Last night the Oregon Department of Education released updated guidance on class and credit completion for students in Grades 9, 10 & 11. In summary, students in Grades 9, 10, & 11 across Oregon will be working this spring to complete the essential... READ MORE >

Soon you will be receiving a notice in either your email or as a text message on your phone about Remind!Remind is a communication tool that allows teachers, parents and students communicate without sharing personal cell phone or email addresses.There is a handy app for both iPhone and Android users. If you have a flip-style phone, you can still use the Remind... READ MORE >

April 8, 2020 RE: Governor Kate Brown closes school campuses through June 15, 2020, teaching and to learning continue, updated / new graduation requirement information. Dear Siuslaw families, Today we learned our students will not return to school campuses this school year, and plans around graduation requirements for seniors have also been announced. An... READ MORE >

Good Evening Siuslaw Students and Families, Today was our first day of our "Soft Start" in Google Classroom. I met with teachers this afternoon and they expressed how good it was to see many of you. We have had a couple things come up that we want to share with you to hopefully make this transition a bit smoother. 1. To go to your Google Classroom you... READ MORE >

Hello Siuslaw Students, We will officially start our Distance Learning on April 13th, but many of our teachers plan a soft start tomorrow to touch base with kids and trouble shoot this new world of digital learning. You should have received emails from many of those teachers. We sent packets home to the students that indicated they needed them, for the rest of... READ MORE >

Hello Siuslaw Middle School and High School families, As you may have heard the Oregon Department of Education has tasked us with Distance Learning for All with April 13th as our date to be fully prepared and ready to go. The great news is we have already been working towards this the last three weeks. All work from March 16th through April 12th is supplemental... READ MORE >

Last night the Oregon Department of Education issued updated guidance to schools. There will be a shift from short-term supplemental learning to 'distance learning' that will be more substantive, graded and potentially credit-bearing education for all students.The link to the ODE message and supplemental materials can be found HERE and you will be re-directed to... READ MORE >

On Monday, March 30th, most school staff will be working remotely to prepare the next units of supplemental educational materials for students. The school district will still be providing meals at various locations in the community on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The detailed schedule is linked here.Be well, be safe & healthy! READ MORE >

Additional information from Senator Merkley's office about aid for small businesses during this crisis can be found at these links - https://5il.co/e8ux and https://5il.co/e8uy READ MORE >

The following link https://bit.ly/SBA-Docs will take you to documents from the US Small Business Administration and information on Economic Injury Disaster Loans. With the current state of COVID-19 many west coast states, including Oregon, are declared to be in economic disaster zones.As the schools receive information from other groups or agencies, the district... READ MORE >

Supplemental Nutrition services will continue during the closure. Meals will be available around the community every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please click this link for specific locations and times of where meal services are located around the Florence area. If you need assistance with nutrition or academic services, please call 541-997-2651 and leave a... READ MORE >

11PM - MARCH 12, 2020 - THE GOVENOR OF OREGON HAS DIRECTED THAT ALL SCHOOLS BE CLOSED UNTIL APRIL 1, 2020. THE CLOSURE NOTICE FROM THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION IS LINKED HERE. THE SIUSLAW ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM WILL BE MEETING ON THE 13TH TO FINALIZE PREPARATIONS TO SERVE STUDENTS AND THE COMMUNITY DURING THIS CLOSURE PERIOD.Additional details will be shared... READ MORE >

This is a re-publication to building web pages of an informational posting on the main district page and sent to parents by email as a follow up to an automated call. Siuslaw School District – Information Posting, March 12, 2020 School events, gatherings, field trips suspended as per Governor’s Directive With the number of confirmed coronavirus COVID-19 cases in... READ MORE >

Today's health information update letter can be accessed directly at https://5il.co/dimiAll information on communicable disease prevention information related to the coronavirus will be kept on one webpage at http://bit.ly/2TjjbaZ Siuslaw Schools are working with local, county and state officials to help reduce the risks of illness in schools as well as to provide... READ MORE >

In addition to the general prevention tips and strategies that have been covered in classes over the last few days, the Oregon School Activities Association is addressing similar topics with regards to school sports and activity events.Here is a quick link to the OSAA information and resources page on coronavirus and the efforts to protect student-athletes and... READ MORE >

Next Thursday and Friday, March 12th - 13th, Siuslaw High School will be opening our doors to parents, incoming 8th Graders and out AVID families. Times are posted below.Thursday 3/12Parent Teacher Conferences - 8:00am - 12:00 pm, 1:00pm - 5:00 pm8th Grade Open House - 6:30pm - 7:30pmAVID Celebration & Parent Night - 7:15pm - 8:00pmFriday 3/13Parent Teacher... READ MORE >

One of the fastest ways to keep current with accurate information about the state of the coronavirus in Oregon would be to follow the Oregon Health Authority and Lane County government on Twitter. The Oregon Health Authority is @OHAOregon and Lane County government is @LaneCountyGovBoth the OHA and Lane County update their feeds regularly and will use Twitter... READ MORE >

Information on communicable disease prevention can be found on the district website at http://bit.ly/2TjjbaZ Links to both the Oregon Health Authority and the Centers for Disease Control are included, along with prevention tips and information about the coronavirus. In light of recent events around the globe and in the United States, staff will be reviewing the... READ MORE >

Spring Sports start today!If you haven't signed up yet, go to: https://account.familyid.com/ There is a mandatory Sprint Sports Parent Meeting this Thursday, 3/5 at 5:45pm in the SHS Library. READ MORE >

Just a reminder that the Education Expo is this Saturday, February 29th from 10am to 2pm at Siuslaw High School --- everyone in the community is invited to learn about all the educational opportunities in the Florence area. More than 90 organizations will be participating, representing a wide variety of clubs, nonprofit organizations, and city services. There... READ MORE >

The Lane Transit District is offering free travel on all regular bus routes to students in Lane County. If you would like to have a free pass issued to your child by a school office, please go to http://bit.ly/LTD_bus_pass_request or call your child's school office for further assistance. Thank you!LTD bus passes will become an option as part of the registration... READ MORE >

Draft calendars for next school year are available for review athttp://bit.ly/2020-2021_CalendarsPlease take a minute to complete the 3 question survey to state your preference for how professional development time is scheduled. Thank You! READ MORE >

A pesticide application is scheduled for/was performed on 2/21/2020 at 9:30AM. The expected area of application is the high school softball fields. More information on the materials can be found here. READ MORE >

CAREER PATHWAY LIST/OVERVIEW FOR 2020-2021 Architecture and ConstructionAutomotive TechnologyCulinary ArtsHealth ServicesInformation and Technology Career Pathways are designed to give students an organized list of courses to help them explore certain career strands. SHS Career Pathways READ MORE >

The Siuslaw School District and its partners will present the first Education Expo in Florence, Oregon on Saturday, February 29, 2020. The event will take place from 10 AM to 2 PM at Siuslaw High School, 2975 Oak Street in Florence. This event is designed to showcase the many educational opportunities that exist for people of all ages in the Siuslaw area. For more... READ MORE >

Congratulations to Senior, Tiffany Hine for being selected as Florence's Future First Citizen.Congratulations also to fellow nominees Brendon Jensen, Jared Northrop and Hannah Rannow. READ MORE >

A pesticide application is scheduled for 2/12/2020. Notice/Information READ MORE >

The 5th Annual Community Career Fair takes place March 5, 2020 from 11:00am - 3:00pm. READ MORE >

Second Semester starts Monday, February 3, 2020! The school board approved calendar from last May is at https://5il.co/6xi7 Please ignore the unapproved draft calendar that is being peddled on social media! READ MORE >

The PTA Talent Show is now open to all students grades K-12! Permission slips can be found in the High School main office & need to be returned there by Monday, January 27th. More information can be found on the flyer. READ MORE >

Attention Students: During finals next week, January 27-30, hall passes and breaks will be limited to emergency only to decrease the disruptions. Please bring snacks and water and come prepared with a book to read or something to work on once you have finished your assignment or final. Your teachers are being asked to not send you into the halls. Please plan ahead... READ MORE >

Don't forget that all Siuslaw High School home contests in the main gym will be live streamed on the NFHS Network. Subscriptions are $10.99 per month. This weekends games at Marshfield will also be available. The games are archived after so you do not have to be live to watch the VIKS! READ MORE >

Santa makes his annual visit to Siuslaw High School due to another incredibly generous year of the Giving Tree. A special thank you to Angie Shafer and Siuslaw Glass and Mirror for coordinating the event, which has concluded its 19th year supporting students in need. We all appreciate the amazing charity and kindness on display from all those who helped make this ... READ MORE >

Siuslaw High School adopted 11 local families this year. This is our fourth annual Holiday Food Basket Drive. Students sign up in their PRIDE class to bring food to provide holiday meals to local families. In addition, the knitting club made hats and our AVID class did a toy drive.Thank you to Siuslaw Outreach Services for pairing us with families and The... READ MORE >

Looking for the perfect gift for your Siuslaw Viking? Well look no further: Mr. Mielke and the Business/Design Crew have some super cool shirts and mugs for sale. This is a great way to display your Viking PRIDE and spread some holiday cheer. See the flyer for all the details. READ MORE >

On Friday, December 6th, SHS ASPIRE was able to take a group of seniors on a campus tour of Oregon State University. We began with a general tour of the campus, had lunch at one of the many incredible dining centers, visited and toured the Honors College before concluding with a final tour of the many college of science offerings available at Oregon State... READ MORE >

Happy Thanksgiving from Siuslaw High School. READ MORE >

Don't miss out on Business After Hours happening tonight at Siuslaw High School. This fun and free event is open to the entire Florence community and will highlight some of our amazing CTE programs. Additionally, there will be food, door prizes and lots of opportunities to learn how we are able to best prepare students for life after graduation. This event begins... READ MORE >

On November 21st from 5:30-7:00pm, the Siuslaw School District 97J would like to cordially invite everyone to attend our Business After Hours event to learn more about Siuslaw High School by touring different areas of the building, exploring the incredible programs we offer, meeting some of our dedicated staff members and students, learning about potential... READ MORE >

We want to hear from you! Today from 4-5:30pm at Lane Community College Florence, members from the Center for Mental Health Services (in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) will be present to coordinating a local focus group on the accessibility of mental health services and supports in the area. Specifically, they are looking to hear... READ MORE >

Both cross country teams won the Sky-Em League Championships today at Lane Community College. On to the State Championships next weekend! READ MORE >

Have you ever had to do the same thing over and over and over again? Sometimes repetition leads to an increase in our ability to perform a given task. Other times though, it can lead to stress and aggravation. This is the main motivation behind a new scholarship application process for Siuslaw High School students. Beginning this year, students will utilize the new... READ MORE >

With ParentVUE, you can have 24/7 access to your student's grades, attendance, assignments, class schedules, teachers and emergency contact information. Watch the video below if you want to learn more information about how to setup your account and to navigate your ParentVUE Account. All new accounts need an Activation Key. Those are generated at each school and... READ MORE >

There are many barriers students face when considering their educational endeavors after graduation. Grades, tests scores, finding the right program, being away from home, having the self-confidence to go for it; these are some of the reasons why students decide not to attend college after their senior year. However, being able to afford to go to college remains... READ MORE >

New shirts are available in the Siuslaw High School office. $15 your choice! READ MORE >

Homecoming 2019 started today with students making posters to show their classes creativity.Dress up days are:Monday - Sports DayTuesday - Pajama DayWednesday - Wild West WednesdayThursday - Pattern DayFriday - Blue & Gold DayThere are some really fun activities upcoming this week:Monday - PRIDE AssemblyTuesday - 6:30 pm Volleyball Game vs. Junction CityWednesday... READ MORE >

Siuslaw High School will be holding Parent Teacher Conference this Thursday and Friday, October 17-18, 2019.Teachers will be available on Thursday from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm with breaks for lunch and dinner at 11:15-12:00 and 4:00-4:45. On Friday, teachers will be available from 8:00 am -12:00 pm.Teachers will be in their rooms both days from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and... READ MORE >

On Wednesday, October 16th, while the sophomores, juniors and seniors are participating in College Board Day at Siuslaw High School the 9th graders will head East to Eugene to visit the Eugene Science Center. Students will board three buses at 8:30 am and return to Siuslaw High School at 2:30 pm. 9th grade students will get to view the Eugene Science Center... READ MORE >

Siuslaw Soccer kicked off their first ever home game at Siuslaw High School. READ MORE >

SAT College Board Day is coming to Siuslaw High School on October 16, 2019. Get ready with free, personalized practice.Link: satpractice.org READ MORE >

Did you know? There’s a close connection between school attendance and high school graduation. Missed days add up whether they’re excused or unexcused absences, and 1 in 6 Oregon kids are missing at least 10% of the school year. If you or someone you know is encountering obstacles that interfere with getting to school, our community has many ways to help. From... READ MORE >

SHS Juniors and Seniors will have the opportunity to take the SAT at school on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, during the regular school day. The SAT is accepted at all U.S. colleges; it measures what students are learning in high school and what they need to know to succeed in college and career. We’re pleased to offer College Board Day to Siuslaw H.S. juniors and... READ MORE >

The Siuslaw News followed up with an article on Florence PTA's presentation last week: https://www.thesiuslawnews.com/article/raising-kids-in-a-digital-world READ MORE >

Masonic Model Student Assistance Program A School-wide Approach to Creating a Caring Community This fall the Masons will be offering their Masonic Model Student Assistance Program training at Siuslaw Middle School in Florence, Oregon, at no cost to teachers, aides, mentors, coaches, and others that work with youth in Lane County. The training... READ MORE >

Each school year, Food Backpack for Kids helps hungry students in the Siuslaw and Mapleton school districts by providing food for weekend meals. This year you can help by making your donation during their 2nd Annual Matching Funds Campaign. Between September 1st and November 30th all donations will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $40,000. Make your... READ MORE >

This week in PRIDE we are focusing our time on bullying and cyberbullying by showing the film A Girl Like Her. The film will take four days in PRIDE, Tuesday through Friday. We have included time for class discussion after each day. The film may hit some students hard as it focuses on what can, and all too often does, happen to students that experience bullying.... READ MORE >

The district will be hosting another grief support open house at Siuslaw Middle School on Wednesday night September 4th from 5 to 7pm. The event is primarily geared for students and staff that might need help in processing the loss of a staff member but is also open to parents and others in the community. People with specific training in grief & loss from several... READ MORE >

The district will be hosting a grief support open house at Siuslaw Middle School on Wednesday night August 28th from 5 to 7pm. The event is primarily geared for students and staff that might need help in processing the loss of a staff member and is open to parents in the community. People with specific training in grief & loss from several organizations will be... READ MORE >

Fall sports are underway and school is quickly approaching. Freshmen and new students start school on Tuesday, 9/3 at 8:22 am and everyone else begins Wednesday, 9/4 at 8:22 am.New Bell Schedules can be found here: 2019-20 Bell Schedules READ MORE >

Incoming High School Band students:We are holding a Viking Band Camp next week the 19-23rd from 9:00am - Noon. During the camp we will focus on learning the music that will be played during the football games this fall.We are trying to get an idea of instrumentation and the number of students that can make our camp so if you have not already responded to the... READ MORE >

The first official practice day for fall sports is Monday, August 19th. To ensure you don't miss an opportunity to practice, please register at Familyid.comThe fall sports parent meeting will be Thursday, August 22nd at 5:45pm. READ MORE >

SIUSLAW HIGH SCHOOL - Photo Locker Day Tuesday 8/13 - 8:30am to 3:30pmWednesday 8/14 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Students will be issued their school lockers. Photos will be taken for Student Body Cards and general yearbook photos for all grades. Seniors will be able to submit a formal Senior Portrait at a later time. READ MORE >

The 2019-20 School Year Calendar was approved by the School Board on March 13, 2019. Copies are available either thru the Parent or Student Resources links of the main menu on the district website or directly with this link https://5il.co/6xi7 READ MORE >

October 10th is ‘College Board Day’ at Siuslaw High School. In an effort to increase opportunities for students and direct services for families, Siuslaw High School is announcing the first annual ‘College Board Day’. Millions of students across the nation take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) each year as a measure of academic readiness for college. In the... READ MORE >