Coming soon: Parent/Caregiver Survey - Monday, October 19th
Upcoming no-school days
Friday, October 23rd: K-12 Curriculum & Professional Development
Attendance takes center stage at Cascade
Attendance is a big focus across Bethel this year, and Cascade Middle School is leading the way. Staff began this work last year and have already seen great buy-in from students.
Their message is simple: We want you here. From principals and teachers to counselors, bus drivers and nutrition services staff, students are surrounded by adults who notice when they show up, celebrate their wins and help when things get hard.
Because showing up matters for learning, relationships and belonging, and for building a future of their choosing. Watch the video to see it in action.
We're looking for volunteers!
Bethel Mentor Club is looking for volunteers to mentor students at Cascade Middle School on either Tuesdays or Thursdays during lunch!
Friday, October 30, 5:30-8:00pm at the Willamette High School Gym
Students, families, and staff come together to celebrate and connect through music, food, art, and more. Join us!
School Health Screenings
Health Screenings for grades K-5 and 7 will be performed throughout the district in December. Screenings will include vision and dental. Please contact your school Health Assistant if you do not want your child to participate in health screening.
Congratulations Nate Jackson - Oregon's Teacher of the Year!
We are so excited to announce Nate Jackson (Willamette High School), on being named Oregon's Teacher of the Year! 🏆
Congratulations, Nate! We are proud to have you representing Willamette High School and the Bethel School District!
Click the link below to watch Nate receive his award.
According to the US EPA, No-idling expectations at schools protect children's health, clean the air, and save money by reducing unnecessary vehicle emissions during drop-off and pick-up times. Research shows our students spend an average of 5 minutes walking through the exhaust from the cars in the pick-up lanes. We are thinking about the adults in our community too, when we remind them that they are sitting in clouds of CO2 for 10-15 minutes daily. Not only does this cause a huge hit to the wallet at the gas station; adult lungs are at risk for illnesses, too. We hope each of our community members joins us by turning the key to be idle free. We thank you for considering the positive changes impacting our environment when we are IDLE FREE.
E-Bikes: Reminder for parents
If it can go faster that 20mph with a throttle, it’s not an e-bike, it’s an e-moto and illegal everywhere in Eugeneexcept private property.
Only kids over 16 are allowed to ride e-bikes. Everyone under 16 should ride regular bikes, scooters and skateboards.
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Our school board welcomed Abigail Akins and Aubreann Hardegger as our two student board representatives! Check out the post for photos on Facebook or Instagram.
On August 30, 61 participants joined us for a day of fun, learning and achievement at our 5th Annual Learn to Ride a Bike event, held with Project Hope and our partners: Eugene-Springfield Safe Routes to School, Shift Community Cycles, Lane Council of Governments and the City of Eugene.
Twenty people took their first pedal strokes, and many others made exciting progress on their biking journey. Thank you to Heather Zalabak for capturing the smiles, determination and celebration of the day.
Here's to building confidence, community and healthy habits together!
Next up: The next Community Learn to Ride is March 11 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Bob Keefer Center in Springfield. For more information, contact Christina Lundahl at christina.lundahl@springfield.k12.or.us or Brad Albee at albee_b@4j.lane.edu.
You're invited to have breakfast with B.L.A.Q. Youth
Join us for a fun morning of good food, community, and connection—all while supporting B.L.A.Q. Youth, Inc. and our work creating meaningful opportunities for Black youth and families.
WHEN: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8-10am
WHERE: Applebee’s: 2300 W 11th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
Mark your calendars for the 4th annual Walktober in Lane County! Enjoy the fall weather, meet new people, explore your community, and win some prizes along the way. This year’s lineup includes a thrift shop walk, cemetery and history walks, tree walks, nature tours, bird watching, the popular Coffee Shop Hop, and more.
Ready to walk? Visit wewalklane.org to explore the full lineup.
