McCornack Family Week at a Glance

February 18-21, 2025

This Week:

Coming Soon:

McCornack Parent/Family Handbook:  We strongly recommend families review and reference this handbook (Spanish) which is full of important information about McCornack.Please click on this link once you have read/reviewed the Handbook.

Family Resources:

Click HERE to view resources in ENGLISH

Click HERE to view resources in SPANISH

Breakfast/Lunch Menus: Click HERE to access the school breakfast/lunch menus.  Breakfast and lunch are provided at no charge to McCornack students.

BREAKFAST Menu - LUNCH Menu

Family Connection Workshops: How you can get involved in our school community and support your student(s)! Wednesdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at McCornack in room 3 & 4.

Childcare, coffee and baked goods provided!! Click HERE to view the flyer

February 19 - Creating routines; Creating structured routines to promote stability and predictability

February 26 - Teaching self-advocacy; Empowering your child to communicate their needs and develop healthy relationships

2025 Electronics Recycling Competition: McCornack is participating in NextStep’s Recycling Competition beginning February 19th! There will be a bin near the front office for you to place unwanted items in.  Lane County schools that recycle the moste “e-waste” will win a grant up to $500 to support school sustainability, a NextStep Reuse Store computer gift certificate and a special recognition award. Please view the flyer for important information.

Click HERE to view the flyer!

NED Show Assembly: NED's Mindset Mission is a character education program that centers around three important messages that have lifelong relevance: Never give up, Encourage others and Do your best. During the assembly, students will learn about the importance of these three life skills while also enjoying storytelling, magic, humor and yo-yo tricks. We recommend linking the underlined text (shown above) to our website,

http://www.mindsetmission.com/assembly.html

McCornack will host a Yo-Yo sale in support of the NED mission.  Flyers will be sent home with students on 2/14 with more information.

McCornack Student Expectations: At the beginning of the year and after each break from school, as a community, we review our expectations for students. Please see the matrix below so that you know what is expected at McCornack. Each week we will highlight a different area of the school. Please take a moment and check in with your student to see if they know the 3 big expectations and how they apply to the specific areas. If you have any questions, please check in with Mrs. Kuhl or anyone on the Climate and Culture team.

This week our highlighted area is assemblies: Our basic three school expectations apply during assemblies as well.  See the matrix below for specifics about being physically and emotionally safe in the hallway as well as being responsible and a caretaker during an assembly.  Our next assembly is February 19th- next Wednesday. It's incredibly helpful to go over these with your child at home so that they know that you are aware of McCornack expectations. Please check in with Mrs. Kuhl or anyone on the Climate and Culture team if you have questions regarding any of our school expectations!:

AVID: What is WICOR???

Last week we explained WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Communication, Organization and Reading), AVID’s support structure. Let’s dig into each critical area:

Inquiry is: • Uncovering one’s understanding • Critical thinking and questioning • Exploring a variety of ways to solve problems • Engaging in thinking, learning, and discussion to inspire innovation

In elementary school, students use inquiry to wonder and become curious about the world around them whether in the classroom, at home or out in the community. 

Having good inquiry skills will help students to be interested in their learning and connect with the world around them.

Title I Math Morning for Families: We are EXCITED to open the doors of McCornack for parents/guardians for a VERY special Title 1 morning!  Coffee and treats will be provided!  Visit your child’s classroom, watch your child’s morning meeting, and play a math game with your child. Instructions and materials will be given to you in Spanish and English so you can continue playing at home. The math game will help your child practice the math skills your student is learning in class :)

Reserve the date! We are excited to see you! 

March 3  grades K-1  8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

March 4  grades 4-5   8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

March 6  grades 2-3  8:30-9:30 a.m.

McCornack Library's Book Buzz: 

• Do you love the library as much as we do? Consider joining The McCornack Friends of the Library! Click or Scan this code for further info.

• OASL's 2025 State of School Libraries report has been released and Oregon library programs are in crisis. Would you like to learn more about how you can help? Join the McCornack Friends of the Library today!

Our Character Focus for the month of February is CITIZENSHIP: "Do your share to make your home, school, and community a better place."

The Bee Jamboree choices for December will be: Watch a Movie vs. Extra Recess

People who are Good Citizens:

• Have respect for others' and their property

• They know their rights and respect others' rights

• Have compassion and empathy for others

• Actively work to make their communities better

• Know current issues and events

• Take responsibility for their own actions

BottleDrop Fundraiser: Have cans and bottles laying around? We have a solution! McCornack’s PTO has an ongoing BottleDrop Fundraiser! BottleDrop bags are available in our front office for you to pick up!  You can either drop your filled bag(s) off at McCornack or take your filled bag(s) directly to a Oregon BottleDrop Recycling Center. 

Sluggo’s Home Run Reading Challenge: Your student has been challenged by Sluggo and the Eugene Emeralds to take part in Flat Sluggo’s Home Run Reading Program. This program is where reading = Emeralds tickets! Your student has been given a reading goal by their teacher. They also received a special Reading Program bookmark. It is up to your student to track their reading progress on the back of the bookmark. Once your student has completed the challenge make sure they turn in their completed bookmark to their teacher. Students who complete their bookmark will receive TWO (2) free ticket vouchers good for an early season Emeralds game. Bookmarks are due BY MARCH 21st. The ticket vouchers, and instructions on how to redeem those, will be sent home with your student in April.

If you have questions regarding your student’s reading goal, please reach out to their teacher. For

general questions, please contact Nina-Grace Montes with the Emeralds at

ninagrace@emeraldsbaseball.com.

With your support and motivation, your student can hit a home run in reading today!

Do you or your child want to learn how to ride a bike? 

Join 4J Safe Routes to School and partners at either or both of these all-ages, free, learn to ride a bike events coming up. Helmets and bikes will be provided, or bring your own. 

• Tuesday, March 4 from 5pm to 7pm at the Bob Keefer Center (250 S 32nd St., Springfield, OR)

  • Click here for flyer

  • Link to Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/611086518229128/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

• Saturday, April  29 from 5pm to 7pm at 4J Ed Center (200 North Monroe St, Eugene, OR)

  • Flyer and Facebook Event coming soon! 

Remember, these events are free and are for people of ALL AGES who do not yet know how to ride a bike!

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¿Quiere usted o su hijo aprender a montar en bicicleta?

Únase a 4J Safe Routes to School y sus socios en uno o ambos de estos eventos gratuitos para todas las edades para aprender a montar en bicicleta esta primavera. Se proporcionarán cascos y bicicletas, o traiga los suyos.

• Martes, 4 de marzo de 5pm a 7pm en el Centro de Bob Keefer (250 S 32nd St., Springfield, OR)

  • Haz clic aquí para ver el folleto

  • Enlace al evento de Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/611086518229128/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

• Sábado, 29 de abril de 5pm a 7pm en 4J Ed Center (200 North Monroe St, Eugene, OR)

• Folleto y evento en Facebook próximamente 

¡Recuerde, estos eventos son gratuitos y son para personas de TODAS LAS EDADES que aún no saben montar en bicicleta!

Next Level Flag Football - University of Oregon: SIGN-UP today for our Spring Flag Football Season (K-7th Grade). No prior experience is needed! This is a great opportunity to learn and have fun. Players will be coached/mentored by Oregon Football Players & Staff. Practice/Games are on Sundays throughout April, May and June. Come play where our football team practices and plays. Games will be played in both the Moshofsky Center and Autzen Stadium. For registration and more information please visit this link - https://www.nextlevelsports.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1024841

Churchill Babe Ruth Baseball: 

Churchill HS Winter Little Lancer Cheer Clinic: 

When: February 19th-21st, 4:15-6:15 in the Churchill High School cafeteria

Performance: Feb 21st, 8:00 p.m. at halftime of the Boys Basketball Game!

View the FLYER for more information and to register for the clinic

Peachealth Play days for Grades 1st-5th: Kidsports is excited to offer our “PeaceHealth Play Days” throughout the school year for kids when schools are closed weekdays for administrative/grading/professional development days, etc.

The Kidsports Fieldhouse is the perfect place for your kids to spend the day being active and to arrive home happy and tired. Kids will experience an action-packed day of games such as Dodgeball, Kickball, Basketball, along with other activities like the popular GaGa Ball game, an Obstacle course, Pickleball…and much, much more!

Camp runs 9am to 3:00pm for grades 1-5. We have options for an extended care in the morning (8:00am) and afternoon (4:00pm) for an additional fee. Kids should wear active clothing and gym shoes with non-marking soles, bring a water bottle and a lunch/snacks. No phones or smartwatches at camp. Sign up now, spots are limited.

Registration Deadline… when full (80 max)

Registration Online Here

Fee=$60* for one-day session

Sessions at the KIDSPORTS Fieldhouse (2054 Amazon Parkway, Eugene, 97405)
Choose from:
– Monday 9am-3pm (Feb. 17)
– Monday 9am-3pm (Mar. 31)
– Friday 9am-3pm (Apr. 18)
– Friday 9am-3pm (Jun. 6)
For the extended care option to go from 8am-4pm, when registering, select the optional add-on of $15 at the check out screen.

Due to lack of space and to make for an environment more conducive to learning, spectators and parents are not able to attend these class sessions.

* Scholarship discount of 25% off is available to those that qualify: Click Here for requirements
Contact us before you complete your registration to provide us with your proof of scholarship qualification and to have us make the scholarship option available on your account in our new DaySmart registration system.

Oregon Spring Game 2025: The Oregon Ducks football team will host their annual Spring Game on Saturday, April 26th, at 1 PM in Autzen Stadium. 

After the Spring Game, walk over to PK Park to catch the Oregon Ducks baseball team face off against their rival, Oregon State, at 2:05 PM.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to support Oregon Athletics!

Kidsports Spring Soccer League Season: Registration Deadline for Kinder thru 8th grade: Wednesday, Feb. 19th.

NEW: This is an earlier deadline than in the past, please register soon.

It is important to register by the deadline to guarantee your child a spot on a team.

NEW: Participants who register AFTER the league registration deadline will be added to the program WAITLIST. Waitlist registration is NOT a guarantee of placement, however Kidsports will attempt to place as many participants from the waitlist as possible for the purpose of filling open roster positions on league teams. Waitlisted participants who are eventually placed onto a team roster will be subject to a $10 late fee in addition to the standard league registration fee.

- Spring Soccer Info & Registration Online Here

Whole Earth Nature School Summer Camps: Registration opens February 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Click HERE for more information.

Monetary Donations to McCornack: Families and community members are welcome to make a donation to McCornack’s school fund. These funds will be used to provide supplies, special programming, events, and experiences for our students. We thank you for your continued support of McCornack Elementary. Click HERE to donate.

Donations are tax deductable: 93-6000566

Pre-arranged absences of three or more days: The pre-arranged absence form for School District 4J is used to request an excused absence for a planned event, such as a family trip. The form is required for absences of three or more days, and must be completed and submitted in advance:

• When to complete: At least one week before the absence

• Where to get the form: Click HERE