Time is flying at Charlemagne! It feels like just yesterday we were returning from winter break, but the days are getting longer and the buzz of spring is already in the air. We are so proud of how hard our students are working as we head into this final stretch of the school year. Keep an eye out for upcoming outdoor activities and blooming smiles around campus!
A Special Thank You: A huge shout-out to our incredible PTO for making Classified Appreciation Week one to remember! Your thoughtfulness and hard work ensured our support staff felt truly celebrated and valued. We couldn't do it without you!
Le temps file à Charlemagne ! On a l'impression que c'était hier que nous revenions des vacances d'hiver, mais les jours rallongent et l'énergie du printemps se fait déjà sentir. Nous sommes très fiers du travail accompli par nos élèves alors que nous entamons cette dernière ligne droite de l'année scolaire. Restez à l'affût des prochaines activités de plein air et des sourires qui s'épanouissent dans toute l'école !
Un grand merci: Un immense merci à notre incroyable PTO d'avoir fait de la Semaine d'appréciation du personnel classifié un moment inoubliable ! Votre attention et votre travail acharné ont permis à notre personnel de soutien de se sentir véritablement célébré et valorisé. Nous ne pourrions pas y arriver sans vous !
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KEY DATES + EVENTS - MARCH 16-20 - Spirit Week
- MARCH 23-27 - NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
- MARCH 30 - NO SCHOOL - Planning Day
- APRIL 10 - NO SCHOOL, Friday--Mid-Term Grading Day
- APRIL 15 - Science Fair, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
- APRIL 22 - Wednesday, 5:15-8:00 p.m.--Music Concert Grades 1 and 2
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Summer camp sign ups are right around the corner: some signups even started last weekend! The PTO has compiled a list of many summer camps, organized by theme, including price and hours.
And of course be sure to check out all the other things going on with our community!! |
This is a reminder to please use the crosswalks and follow the directions of staff at all times during drop off and pick up.
In addition, please slow down as you drive on neighboring streets.
The safety of you, your children, and the community is our highest priority. |
Flu season is upon us, and we have had a growing number of students out sick from school. While attendance is certainly important, our biggest concern is that students are safe and healthy while at school. Here are some reminders and guidelines for what to do when your child is sick:
DO NOT send your child to school until they have been fever-free (under 100 degrees) for 24 hours without any fever-reducing medication (e.g., Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Advil). Aspirin should not be given for fever due to viruses in order to prevent a complication called Reye’s syndrome. In general, if your child has a cough lasting 7 days, seek medical care.
Please keep your child home if you see any of these signs: - Fever greater than 100.0° F
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stiff neck or headache with fever
- Any rash with or without fever
- Unusual behavior change, such as irritability and/or lethargy
- Jaundice (yellow coloring of skin or eyes)
- Skin lesions that are “weepy” (fluid or pus-filled)
- Colored drainage from eyes
- Brown/green drainage from nose with fever
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath; serious, sustained cough
Your child should not return to school until 24 hours after their last episode of fever, vomiting or diarrhea. If possible, consider keeping your student home for an extra day to fully recover. If your student has a chronic condition that is impacting attendance, please contact your school nurse. Simple measures can often stop the spread of common illnesses, including: - Repeated Cleaning: Clean frequently touched surfaces (doorknobs, changing tables, toys, equipment, etc.) using a bleach/water solution (1/2 cup bleach to 1 gallon water)
- Handwashing: Wash hands frequently, especially after diaper changes, toilet use, and prior to eating.
- Vaccination: Flu vaccines are available and can be effective in preventing or decreasing the severity of illness
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Lane County Health Department Communicable Disease Control Program at 541-682-4041. |
Thursday, March 12, 2026, stop by anytime between 5:00-7:00 pm Bob Keefer Center, 250 S 32nd St, Springfield
Do you or your child want to learn how to ride a bike? For those learning, start with balancing and gliding without pedals or training wheels. Some will learn to pedal in one session, while others may need more practice to reach that final goal. Join Safe Routes to School, the City of Springfield, the City of Eugene, Willamalane and Shift Community Cycles for this fun event with free bike checks. This event will take place inside the Bob Keefer Center.
Thursday, March 19th, 5:00-7:00 pm Chávez Elementary School - open to all families Pizza for dinner! RSVP requested. Sign up here for a fun and informative Confident Cycling for Families class if you'd like to bike with your student, but could use some expert advice on safety and more. Hosted by Shift Community Cycles and 4J Safe Routes to School.
Does your elementary student walk, bike, or bus to school at least some days - or would you like to try it? Sign up at https://forms.gle/Ncfv8zmDgKybJ69F7 for free gifts, maps and other support for your active and shared travel! This program is offered by the City of Eugene and 4J Safe Routes to School to encourage active and shared travel for the school commute. Join us! |
Building a sense of belonging is at the heart of everything we do. This month our students will dive deeper into what makes a friendship healthy, sustainable, and inclusive.
We’ll be exploring the concept of boundaries—learning not only how to set them with kindness but also how to respect them with empathy. By understanding our own limits and honoring those of others, we create a safer, more connected space for everyone.
Crucially, we are also discussing neurodiversity and inclusion. Our classrooms are beautiful mosaics of different thinkers. We’re helping students understand that some friends may process information, sounds, or social cues differently. By learning how different brains work, we can move past "tolerance" and toward true appreciation for the unique perspectives every student brings to our community.
Home Connections Healthy social habits flourish when they are reinforced at home. Here are a few ways you can help your child navigate these big concepts: - Celebrate "Brain Strengths": Talk about how everyone’s brain is wired differently. Some people are amazing with patterns, while others are great with words or movement. Use the analogy of a toolbox: we need different tools to build something great!
- Practice the "Kind No": Help your child understand that when a neurodivergent peer needs space or a break from a loud game, it isn't a rejection—it’s them taking care of their brain.
- Model Curiosity Over Judgment: If your child mentions a classmate who acts differently than they do, ask: "What is something cool you’ve noticed about how they solve problems?" or "How can we make sure they feel included in a way that feels comfortable for them?"
- The "Check-In" Habit: Encourage your child to ask friends simple questions like, "Is it okay if I give you a hug?" or "Is this game too loud for you?"
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Please join us for an evening inspired by a 1920s New Orleans speakeasy, filled with great food, lively music, and fun fundraising activities. It’s our most impactful fundraising event of the year!
Saturday, May 2, 2026 6:00 PM Ford Alumni Center — University of Oregon The soirée funds essential school programs that support our students and teachers, including teacher and staff appreciation, artists in residence, classroom support specialists, campus improvements, library services, the French intern program, and social and emotional learning supports.
This year, we especially need your help to ensure we meet our fundraising goal and there are many ways to contribute!
We are incredibly grateful to our early bird sponsors for their generosity and support: Eugene Dental Group, Elle McLean – Bailey & Heisey Real Estate, Summit Bank, Cascade Kids Dental, Hershner Hunter, Albee’s NY Gyros, and Serenity Suites.
Unsure what the soirée is all about? Click here to get your questions answered. |
...and for being part of what makes Charlemagne a great place to learn and grow.
Warmly, Madame Poppy
campbell_s@4j.lane.edu | 541-790-7080 |
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