YG Family Newsletter – January 26, 2023
Dear friends and families of Yujin Gakuen:
It’s been a whole week since Oshogatsu. I can’t believe how quickly time flies! Speaking of Oshogatsu, I want to thank the many parents, students, staff, and community members (JAA and taiko groups) who gave their time to put on such an amazing event. I believe there were more people at this year’s event than the one we held during our 30th anniversary year. We gave out 300 passports last Thursday night, and there were a total of 400-500 people in attendance. Special thanks to Nancy Sensei who coordinated the event.
It’s been some time since we had a 5-day week. Last week was a 4-day week, and next week will also be a 4-day week due to Grading Day being next Friday. Please mark your calendars.
Yours sincerely,
Thomas Masaru Piowaty
Principal, Kocho Sensei
Yujin Gakuen Japanese Immersion Elementary
Eugene School District 4J
piowaty_t@4j.lane.edu | 541.790.4640
Friday Early Release at 1:45 PMHere’s a friendly reminder that Friday is early release. Students are released at 1:45 PM. |
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Volunteer at Yujin GakuenMany of our parents asked what steps they need to take to volunteer at school. Please see the links below or visit the 4J webpage “Volunteer in the Eugene District 4J.” As a parent or guardian, you may wonder how you can get involved in your child’s education. One great way to do this is by volunteering in the Eugene District 4J schools. Volunteering offers many benefits for both you and your child. It’s a great way to meet other parents and get to know the teachers and staff at your child’s school. It can also be a fun and rewarding way to spend some time with your child. If you’re interested in volunteering, there are a few things you need to do. First, you’ll need to complete a background check. You can find more information about this on the 4J website. You’ll also need to complete a mandatory training session. Once you’ve done these things, you’ll be ready to start volunteering. So why not give it a try? Volunteering is a great. See the links below to get started or visit “Volunteer in the Eugene District 4J.” Volunteer Application and Guidelines
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Substitute Job Opportunities for Eugene School DistrictDo you know someone who would be interested in subbing for the Eugene School District? |
Wondering About Winter Weather?How to know if schools are closed or delayed • No news = No changeLearn More | Text Messages | Staff Info When winter weather makes conditions hazardous, schools may be closed or delayed or buses may use snow routes. The school district decides early in the morning whether there is a need to change the school schedule or bus routes. These decisions are made districtwide and are the same for every 4J school. How to find out if there is a change:
If there is a school closure or other change, the school district will announce it before 6:30 a.m. If schools and buses are on their regular schedule, there will NOT be an announcement. Parents of students who ride school buses that have alternate snow routes have been informed of what to do. Snow route information is available on the snow routes page. If school is in session, families are encouraged to consider road conditions in their areas and make their own decisions based on safety. Parents’ individual decisions about school attendance will be honored. *Note: It is impossible to guarantee text message delivery 100% of the time, and it is possible your alert may be delayed or blocked. If you are concerned about the weather and have not received a text alert by 6:30 a.m., check the 4J website, social media, radio or TV for information about closures, delays or snow routes. |
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Upcoming Events
- Friday, January 27, Inside-Out/Backwards Day
- Friday, February 3 – No School, Grading Day
- Thursday, February 16
- 3:15-4:00, Site Council Meeting
- 6:30-7:30, PTO Meeting
- Monday, February 20 – No School, Presidents Day
- Friday, February 24, Wacky Hair Day