​The Siuslaw High School Student Job Fair is scheduled March 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We currently have 30 vendors signed up to participate; however, we have room for more! Thus, local businesses looking to recruit and train for the upcoming season contact Pam at 541-997-5470 for more information. ​Vendors who have signed up to participate include: Abby's Legendary Pizza Air Force Army Army National Guard Boys & Girls Club of Western Lane County Central Lincoln PUD City of Dunes City City of Florence City of Florence - Police Darlings Marina & Restaurant Driftwood Shores Fred Meyer Goodwill Job Connections Hoagland Properties - River House Inn/Old Town Hotel KCST Radio Marines Mina Dickson LPC/Counseling Services LLC Nosh ODOT Oregon Pacific Bank Oregon State Parks PeaceHealth Safeway Sandland Adventures Sea Lion Caves Shorewood Senior Living Siuslaw National Forest Siuslaw School District Western Lane Fire and EMS Association Worksource Lane Employment Department

Student Job Fair March 17 - 30 Vendors with Room for More!

February 3, 2023
The Siuslaw High School Student Job Fair is scheduled March 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We currently have 30 vendors signed up to participate; however, we have room for more! Thus, ...
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City of Florence Transportation System Plan Stakeholder Advisory Meeting (3 PM) & Open House (5:30 PM) Wed., Feb. 8 at FEC. Includes picture of child on bicycle, handicapped van, and couple walking with their dog.)

City of Florence Transportation System Plan Stakeholder Advisory Meeting (3 PM) & Open House (5:30 PM) Wed., Feb. 8 at FEC

February 3, 2023
The City of Florence is hosting an open house Wednesday, February 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Florence Event Center on Quince Street to gather feedback on an ongoing City project to upd...
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Siuslaw School District is joining 196 other school districts, 19 education service district boards, and 17 community college boards throughout Oregon to celebrate January as "School Board Recognition Month." Celebrating School Board Recognition Month is one way to say thanks for all they do. These dedicated local leaders give their personal time and energy to handling the critical task of budgeting and overseeing the management of Oregon's public education structure. Our board chair is Bob Sneddon, our vice chair is Maureen Miltenberger. Our directors are Frank Armendariz, John Barnett, Brian Lacouture, Dianna Pimlott, and Kady Sneddon. Our student representatives to the school board are Tiffany Rasmussen and Riley Olson. ​

Siuslaw School District Celebrates School Board Recognition Month

January 9, 2023
Siuslaw School District is joining 196 other school districts, 19 education service district boards, and 17 community college boards throughout Oregon to celebrate January as "Sch...
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​Siuslaw High School is hosting a Student Job Fair for ninth- through twelfth-grade students on Friday, March 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you are a local business looking to recruit and train for the upcoming season, you are invited to participate in this free event. Tables will be provided for vendors along with an open audience of candidates: Siuslaw High School and Siuslaw West students. Student participants will have the opportunity to visit booths from vendors, submit an application and/or a resume, and interview for part-time jobs, seasonal work, and other youth apprenticeships. This event will allow students to present themselves professionally, participate in interviews, and gain feedback from our area employers while assisting with seasonal recruitment needs. For more information or to sign up to participate, contact Pam Hickson at 541-997-5470.

Seeking Vendors for SHS & Siuslaw West Student Job Fair

January 6, 2023
Siuslaw High School is hosting a Student Job Fair for ninth- through twelfth-grade students on Friday, March 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you are a local business looking to rec...
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​The Siuslaw High School yearbook staff is seeking senior pictures and quotes, which are due by Thursday, January 12. Each senior is asked to send a picture and quote to siuslaw.yearbook@gmail.com.

Senior Photos & Quotes Due by Thursday, Jan. 12

December 17, 2022
The Siuslaw High School yearbook staff is seeking senior pictures and quotes, which are due by Thursday, January 12. Each senior is asked to send a picture and quote to siuslaw.ye...
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Support your Siuslaw High School Junior Class Fundraiser by purchasing a Siuslaw Viking blanket. Order information at tinyurl.com/SHSBlanket

Order a Siuslaw Viking Blanket

December 15, 2022
Support your Siuslaw High School Junior Class Fundraiser by purchasing a Siuslaw Viking blanket (60" x 80" and machine washable). This time of year, it would make a great gift! Th...
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​The SHS Key Club is hosting a gift-wrapping fundraiser at Siuslaw High School. Thursday, Dec. 8: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10: 12 to 3 p.m. The SHS Key Club can either hold on to gifts for later pick-up or wrap them while you wait.

Gift-Wrapping Service Dec. 8, 5 to 8 PM & Dec. 10, 12 to 3 p.m.

December 8, 2022
The SHS Key Club is hosting a gift-wrapping fundraiser at Siuslaw High School. Thursday, Dec. 8: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10: 12 to 3 p.m. The SHS Key Club can either hold ...
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​On Saturday, December 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue will host the Marine Toys for Tots at the main fire station at 2625 Hwy 101 in Florence. U.S. Marines, Coast Guard members, the Florence Police Department, and your local firefighters will be giving away toys for infant children up to 14 years old. Since 1947, Marine Toys for Tots has provided toys to children of all income brackets. Celebrate the holidays at your local Fire/EMS department. Parking will be at the north parking lot of Siuslaw Middle School, and you’ll be told when to move up to the fire department. This year, parents/guardians may come into the station to get the toys. Documentation: Go to: www.toysfortots.org or the Toys for Tot’s link on www.svfr.org to see what qualifies as proper documentation. If you’d like to give toys, they are being collected at Florence’s Bi- Mart, True Value, and The Jolly Egret (on Bay Street). You can also donate money on the website. There are three options for getting toys. First: (By December 7) Go to: www.toysfortots.org or Facebook’s “Lane County Toys for Tots.” Once there, click on “Apply for Toys” and follow the steps. Toys will then be bagged and waiting for your arrival. No waiting. Second: Fill out the paperwork at the station before going in to choose the toys. First come, first serve. Third: Fill out the paperwork at the station and indicate what you wish, and the items will be bagged up and brought out to your car. First come, first serve. Note: We will try to match what you seek for your children. If you need more information, please contact (541) 600-4483.

Marine Toys for Tots December 10

December 8, 2022
On Saturday, December 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue will host the Marine Toys for Tots at the main fire station at 2625 Hwy 101 in Florence. U.S. ...
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​Siuslaw High School is celebrating Winter Spirit Week Dec. 12 through Dec. 16. Monday, December 12: Pajama Day Tuesday, December 13: Ugly Sweater Day Wednesday, December 14: SWINTER: 1/2 summer clothes & 1/2 winter clothes Thursday, December 15: Class Colors Day: 9-10 Green & 11-12 Red Friday, December 16: Flannel Friday Day

SHS Winter Spirit Week Dec. 12-16

December 7, 2022
Siuslaw High School is celebrating Winter Spirit Week Dec. 12 through Dec. 16. Monday, December 12: Pajama Day Tuesday, December 13: Ugly Sweater Day Wednesday, December 14: ...
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Siuslaw schools are participating in the Student Health Survey (SHS), a survey sponsored by the Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division and the Oregon Department of Education. The survey will gather information about health risk behaviors of students in grades 6, 8 and 11. The survey will be conducted online either in the classroom or remotely and includes questions about: · Student health and safety · Student mental and behavioral health · School climate and culture · The impact of COVID-19 All student responses are private and anonymous. The results help to narrow the focus of overall youth health and wellness initiatives statewide. On Monday, December 12th, Siuslaw High School 11th graders will be taking the survey during PRIDE classes. The survey should take less than 30 minutes to complete. While we encourage all students to participate, the decision to do so is voluntary. If you do not wish your child to take this survey, please complete the form on the back of this letter and return to your students PRIDE teacher. This form is only required if you do not want your student to participate. If you would like to review the survey before you make a decision about your student's participation, please visit https://tinyurl.com/OregonStudentHealthSurvey​ or https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/BIRTHDEATHCERTIFICATES/SURVEYS/Pages/student-health-survey.aspx​​​ for additional information about the Student Health Survey. If you have any specific questions, please contact Principal Harklerode at the school.

Student Health Survey December 12 for Grades 6, 8, 11

December 6, 2022
Siuslaw schools are participating in the Student Health Survey (SHS), a survey sponsored by the Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division and the Oregon Department of Educati...
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​Ticket pricing for local basketball and wrestling events is $6 for adults, $4 for students, and FREE for Siuslaw students with an online ticket or an ASB card. Tickets are available online at bit.ly/siuslawtickets. There are no additional fees associated with online sales. Tickets and can also be purchased at the door (cash only). For online tickets use the south entry to the main gym from the courtyard and for cash sales use the north entry. Basketball has their first home game tonight at 4:30 p.m. and wrestling's first home tournament is Thursday, December 29.

Ticket Pricing & Procedures for Basketball and Wrestling

November 30, 2022
Ticket pricing for local basketball and wrestling events is $6 for adults, $4 for students, and FREE for Siuslaw students with an online ticket or an ASB card. Tickets are avail...
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Congratulations, SHS Cross Country!​ ​Our Siuslaw High School Cross Country participated in the Pacific NW Regional XC Showcase in Washington this weekend. The boys team placed first and for the second year in a row, they were named the champions! We were shy one member for our girls so were unable to compete as a team; however, they did well individually, too! Boys: 1: Kyle Hughes 2: Samuel Ulrich 13: Jacob Blankenship 15: Brayden Linton 30: Camden Linton Girls: 3: Alison Hughes 4: Corduroy Holbrook 12: Jane Lacouture 13: Adylin Holbrook

SHS Cross Country Boys Champs for 2nd Year & Our Girls Did Well Individually!

November 21, 2022
Congratulations, SHS Cross Country! Our Siuslaw High School Cross Country participated in the Pacific NW Regional XC Showcase in Washington this weekend. The boys team placed firs...
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YAOP resource materials available at tinyurl.com/YAOPSlides from The Center on Parenting and Opioids

YAOP resource materials available

November 21, 2022
If you were unable to attend last week's event, the presentation slides are available here at this link. More resources and information are available through The Center on Par...
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​Congratulations Siuslaw Esports! Both teams, Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros, made the Pacific Division 2022 Playoffs! Matches begin after Thanksgiving break on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. All are welcomed to cheer on Siuslaw High School gamers in Mr. Looney’s tech lab!

Siuslaw Esports in the Pacific Division 2022 Playoffs

November 21, 2022
Congratulations Siuslaw Esports! Both teams, Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros, made the Pacific Division 2022 Playoffs! Matches begin after Thanksgiving break on Monday, Wednesday,...
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​Siuslaw High School recently recognized 128 students for earning an academic letter for honor roll (those who achieved 3.5 or higher for two consecutive semesters in an academic year). Congratulations to our SHS student who received this achievement!

128 SHS Students Recognized for Honor Roll

November 19, 2022
Siuslaw High School recently recognized 128 students for earning an academic letter for honor roll (those who achieved 3.5 or higher for two consecutive semesters in an academic y...
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The Siuslaw High School Winter Concert is coming soon. Looking for a sure-fire, low-cost way to ignite your holiday spirit? Look no further! On Monday night, December 12th, at 7 pm on the FEC mainstage, your Siuslaw Bands and Choirs will present their Winter Concert for 2022. It's a full evening of young musicians playing and singing their hearts out for their home crowd. You'll hear ancient carols, modern jazz, and everything in between, and the price for admission is, like all gifts, FREE! Happy Holidays and see you there!

SHS Winter Concert Monday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m.

November 18, 2022
The Siuslaw High School Winter Concert is coming soon. Looking for a sure-fire, low-cost way to ignite your holiday spirit? Look no further! On Monday night, December 12, at 7 p.m...
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YAOP registration link

2 Days until YAOP forum

November 15, 2022
Two days until the Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention forum; registration is still open. Registration Links: English: https://tinyurl.com/yaopen Spanish: https://tin...
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Siuslaw School District has four Budget Committee positions open for the school board budget process. Positions 1, 2(1-year unexpired term), 3 and 6 are open for appointment by the school board. Apply by December 5, 2022 by 5:00PM. The Budget Committee includes the Board of Directors and seven volunteer citizens who are appointed to serve 3-year terms. Committee members must be registered voters living within the boundaries of the Siuslaw School District, and cannot be employees, officers, or agents of the district. The school board will consider applications at the December 14, 2022, school board meeting. Please fill out an application and return to 97j@siuslaw.k12.or.us or the Siuslaw School District Office, 2111 Oak Street, Florence, OR 97439 by December 5, 2022, no later than 5 p.m. If you would like more information about becoming a budget member or information on the budget process, see the links in the column to the left on the following school district webpage: https://tinyurl.com/SiuslawBudget. Call the district office at 541-997-2651 if you have questions. Application link, if needed: https://5il.co/1kox5 or https://tinyurl.com/SSDBudget

Budget Committee Positions Open - Apply by Dec. 5, 4 PM

November 15, 2022
Siuslaw School District has four Budget Committee positions open for the school board budget process. Positions 1, 2(1-year unexpired term), 3 and 6 are open for appointment b...
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Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention Event

November 14, 2022
Greetings Parents & Caregivers of Siuslaw students, Registration is now OPEN for the Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention event! If you previously filled out the interest...
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Youth and young adults are invited to explore their own personal power and get ready to uplift their peers. This virtual 360° interactive experience with Uplift will motivate, empower, and support 14 to 19 year olds to change the lives of those around them. Peer support training provided: help friends in crisis, boost college resume, and join a community. This is a one-time fun, free learning experience (selected applicants will be granted a scholarship, paid by the Oregon Health Authority). Participants will receive a $75 gift card for attending all the days of the event and completing the Uplift program. They will also be entered for prizes including the grand prize—a PS5! A $75 stipend will be earned by all Oregon youth who attend the full event. There are three planned virtual sessions with one in November, February, and March. Registration for the November event is open until 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 9. UPLIFT NOVEMBER 2022 Thursday, November 10: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 11 to Sunday, November 13: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn more: https://www.upliftpeers.com/

Learn How to Support Your Friends Through a Life-Changing Experience

November 8, 2022
Youth and young adults are invited to explore their own personal power and get ready to uplift their peers. This virtual 360° interactive experience with Uplift will motivate, emp...
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