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Your Guide to Local Schools, Preschools & Educational Resources

Education Resource Guide

Ratio

Enrollment

Hours

Application Deadline

Religious?

Tuition

Camps?

Dancing Sol Nature Education Program

2:11

11

8:30 - 12:30, ext. care 8-3

open

No

web or call

yes

Eugene Montessori School

1:10

open

7:30-5:30

open

no

varies

no

1:4/1:5/1:10/1:15

varies

7am-6pm

open

no

website

yes

1:6

16

7:00-5:30

open until full

yes

please call

no

varies

25

varies

open

no

please call

yes

1:9

99

7:00am-5:30pm

open

no

please call

no

1:15

180

varies by age/grade

open

nonsectarian

web or call

no

1:8-10

40

see website

open

Christian

varies

no

Oak Hill School

1:15

215

8:00 - 3:15

open

no

please call

yes

St. Paul Parish School

1:18

294

8:10-3:00

open

Roman Catholic

call

no

Wellsprings Friends School

1:10

60

9:00 - 3:00

open

no

$800/mo

no

1:14

250

8:30-3:05

March 7

no

none

no

Adventure! Children’s Museum

n/a

n/a

10-6 weekdays/11-6 weekends

n/a

no

$4 admission

yes

Eugene Science Center

1:14

open

10 - 4pm /July-Aug: Daily/Sept-June:Tues-Sun

open

no

admission only

yes

Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras

varies

varies

varies by ensemble

Sept-Oct

no

donation

yes

Eugene Veg Education Network (EVEN)

1:1

open

doesn’t apply

no

npne

no

Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

varies

varies

Wed 11am-8pm; Th- Sun 11am-5pm, tours by request

varies

no

varies

yes

Kidsports

varies

open

varies

varies

no

yes

1:1

open

varies

open

no

call

no

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

varies

open

Tue-Sun, 11-5

varies

no

Varies, scholarships avail

yes

Music Together Eugene

varies

open

varies

open

no

call

no

1:8

ongoing

M-F 9-noon & 2:30-8pm/ Sat 9am-2pm

open

no

Varies, Call For Info

yes

varies

ongoing

see website for specific programs

on-going

no

varies

yes

1:15

varies

vary

open

no

varies

yes

varies

open

Mon - Thurs 10-8pm/Fri 10-6pm

open

no

Varies, scholarships avail

yes

School Name Preschools

EWEB Child Development Center Foundations Montessori Preschool ISMT Preschool Lane Child and Family Center Private Schools Eugene Waldorf School Lifegate Christian International School

Public / Charter Schools Ridgeline Montessori School Educational Resources

Lane Tutoring Service

National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics Nearby Nature Oregon Children’s Choir Oregon Tutor

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Dancing Sol Nature Education Program 896 Sundance Street Eugene, OR 97405 541-357-9559 DancingSol.com

Would you like your preschooler outside connecting with nature every single day? Dancing Sol supports the whole child in all areas of their development, and does this through teaching a comprehensive nature program.

Contact us for a visit! (Summer nature camps for preschoolers are taught through our sister organization: Whole Earth Nature School.)

Eugene Montessori School 2255 Oakmont Way Eugene, OR 97401 541-345-7124 www.eugenemontessorischool.com

EWEB Child Development Center 888 Goodpasture Island Road Eugene, OR 97401 541-345-8887 www.ewebcdc.com

EWEB CDC continues its over 30 years of legacy now at its new home and offers expanded programs of summer camp and before/after school care.

Children receive exceptional care and education with year-round

Small Montessori Children’s House in Eugene

rotating enhancement programs (language, culture, music, swim, gymnastics, etc.). Our mission is to provide a warm, safe, and healthy environment where everyone is accepted and respected, and growth and learning are nurtured.

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Eugene Montessori School offers a quality education for children age 2 1/2 - Kindergarten.

The individual curriculum fosters the child’s natural curiosity and love of learning while building self-confidence and independence. In our multi-age classrooms, children work together as a community caring for each other and the environment. For more information or to schedule a tour, please call 541-345-7124

Foundations Montessori Preschool 1852 Taylor Street Eugene, OR 97405 541-343-3425 www.foundationsmontessori.net

Small Montessori Children’s House in Eugene. AMS Certified teacher with 30+ years experience. Bible Curriculum with engaging themes Academic Program;. Extended care also available. Organic home-cooked meals included with a large natural playscape. Now enrolling for ages 3 – 6 years. continued on next page…

Eu g e n e M on tes s o r i S cho o l E d u c a t i n g fo r a b e t t e r w o r l d s i n c e 1 9 6 2 .

• AMS Certified teacher with 30+ years experience • Bible Curriculum with engaging themes • Academic Program; extended care also available • Organic home-cooked meals included • Large natural playscape • Ages 3-6 years

info@foundationsmontessori.net • 541-343-3425

EWEB Child Development Center • High quality child care and early childhood education ages 2 months – 11 years old • Cooperative play, academic learning and enrichment • Spanish, gymnastics, swimming, music • 30 years community-focused service • Before- and After-School care available • Summer camps (registration open) OPEN HOUSE August 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pre-K is enrolling

A quality Montessori education for children 2 1/2 through kindergarten. The individualized curriculum includes music, Spanish, P.E., snacks and a wholesome hot lunch.

Call for a tour!

Branching Out, Putting Down Roots, Growing Together

ewebcdc.com • 541-345-8887 • 888 Goodpasture Island Rd, Eugene

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International School of Modern Technology

Pre-School …where joy is learning.

• STEM Integrated Program • International Cultural Perspective • Pre-School Literacy • Year Round • After School Program Bring ad for 10% OFF your first month.

moderntechweb@gmail.com 3575 Donald St., Suite 250 Eugene, OR 97405

ismteugene.org 541-285-1916

ISMT Preschool 3575 Donald Street, Ste 250 Eugene, Oregon 97405 541-285-1916 http://ismteugene.org/

The mission of the International School of Modern Technology is to provide all students with a rigorous, comprehensive, and relevant education while promoting personal development and cultural literacy to help students achieve academic excellence. It provides pre-reading and math literacy, music and swimming. ISMT’s curriculum focuses on developing students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). These disciplines are delivered in a holistic culturally responsive environment.

Serving preschool through grade 8 since 1980

Lane Child and Family Center

Private Schools

4000 E 30th Ave Eugene, OR 97405 541-463-5517 http://lanecc.edu/cfe/lcfc

Eugene Waldorf School

LCFC offers high quality, Reggio inspired education for the entire community. Parent participation is welcome and financial aid is available! Our curriculum focuses on purposeful play, developing creativity, cognitive, emotional and motor skills.

We provide opportunities for children to experiment with a variety of materials in a safe environment, with natural, outdoor playscapes.

Teachers respect children’s unique needs and allow development at their own pace.

1350 McLean Blvd.

Eugene, OR 97405 541-683-6951 www.EugeneWaldorf.org

The Eugene Waldorf School is one of over 1,000 Waldorf schools worldwide and has been serving preschool through grade 8 since 1980. Our mission is to educate the whole child for the future, equally engaging body, mind, and spirit. Our teachers foster a love of learning by enlivening the imagination, strengthening the creative will, deepening understanding, and awakening a sense of community. Our academic program integrates the arts, humanities, and sciences. We strive to help all children develop their unique physical, emotional, intellectual,

Lane Child & Family Center Reggio inspired, high quality preschool education for the entire community!

Call us for a tour!

541-463-5517 lanecc.edu/cfe/lcfc LCC Main Campus Building #24 Nationally accredited with the highest rating by Oregon’s Quality Rating Improvement System To request this information in an alternate format please contact the Center for Accessible Resources at (541) 463-5150 or accessibleresources@lanecc.edu.

At our preschool and kindergarten, The Eugene Waldorf School offers children are so actively engaged they adon’t classical arts education evenliberal know they’re learning. to Come seethe how the imagination of nurture strengths, potential childhood forms a foundation for and uniqueness of each child. lifetime learning.

EugeneWaldorf.org • 541-683-6951 1350 McLean Blvd.

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LIFEGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ACADEMICS • FAITH SERVICE Call 541-689-5847 for a tour!

• Caring dedicated teachers

• Now enrolling High School and Middle School

• Transportation option

• College Credit Option

• Small class sizes

• Fully Accredited • Flexible Home School and Part-Time Options • Reduced tuition • Outdoor School Lifegate isn’t just a school, we’re family!

Come see what “The righteous are bold as a lion.” we’re all about.

Proverbs 28:1b

21211 Coburg Rd, Harrisburg OR 97446 • www.lifegatechristian.org

tion when needed. Grounding their faith, we prepare this generation for the 21st century’s challenges.

admitted to four year colleges.

45% of high schoolers are National Honor Society members.

Multiple AP exams offered.

St. Paul Parish School

Lifegate Christian International School

Oak Hill School 86397 Eldon Schafer Dr Eugene, OR 97405 541-744-0954 www.oakhillschool.com

1201 Satre St. Eugene, OR 97401 541-344-1401 www.saintpaul-school.org

K-12 independent school focused on educating the whole student-- creating caring and responsible critical thinkers.

Rigorous college preparatory program complimented by the visual, literary, musical and performing arts. Foreign language programs include Mandarin, French, and Spanish. Collaborative learning environment that focuses on the individual student. Small class sizes, strong personal relationships and rapport between faculty, students, and parents. 100% of graduates

St. Paul Parish School is a fully accredited Preschool through 8th grade elementary program in the best tradition of Catholic education. Our mission is to provide a Catholic education fostering spiritual growth and academic excellence in a safe, nurturing environment. In addition to a solid academic program, students receive instruction in the Performing Arts, Physical Education, Technology and Spanish. Currently accepting applications for the coming school year.

1052 Fairfield Ave Eugene, OR 97402 541-689-5847 www.lifegatechristian.org

Lifegate is a fully accredited, inter-denominational Christian school for grades 6-12. Since 1993, we’ve assisted families in pursuing excellence in Christ centered education, promoting citizenship and social responsibility, where courses incorporate a Christian world view, biblical apologetics, and emphasis on critical thinking. Lifegate teachers assist students through encouragement, inspiration, small classes, and individual instruc-

Wellsprings Friends School 3590 W. 18th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402 541-686-1223 www.wellspringsfriends.org

Wellsprings is an accredited, independent, non-profit high school, founded in 1994.

Offering small classes, a variety of learning/teaching styles, lots of personal attention, and a safe, nurturing environment, we provide an engaging high school experience for teenagers whose needs are not met in other settings. Our teachers create supportive relationships that value each student’s individual emotional, social and academic needs.

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WELLSPRINGS FRIENDS SCHOOL

Grades 9–12 Student centered iicurriculum ● Music & Art classes ● All learning styles iiwelcomed ● 501(c)(3) Non-profit ● ●

Is your child getting the best education available?

▪ Academic Achievement ▪ Personal Growth ▪ Transformation Diverse student body and faculty All learning styles welcomed Small mixed-grade classes Strong sense of community Safe, nurturing environment Problem-solving skills taught

Fully accredited Student-centered curriculum Music and Art classes Frequent field trips Tuition assistance available 3590 West 18th Avenue Eugene, OR 97402 (541) 686-1223 www.wellspringsfriends.org

Is your child getting the best education available?

St. Paul PA R I S H S C H O O L

Providing a quality Catholic education for students in preschool through 8th Grade for over 50 years.

1201 Satre Street Eugene, OR 97401 541-344-1401 www.saintpaul-school.org

Academic excellence and lifelong learning.

Accepting applications for Accepting applications for kindergarten kindergarten through through12th 12th.grade.

Call now nowto toschedule scheduleyour your Call personal tour: 541-744-0954 personal tour: 541-744-0954 Academic excellence and lifelong learning.

86397 Eldon Drive 86397 EldonSchafer Schafer Dr. Eugene, Oregon 97405 Eugene, Oregon 97405 www.oakhillschool.com www.oakhillschool.net

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and spiritual capacities. This enables each individual to responsibly enter in freedom into an ever-changing local and global community.

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Public/Charter Schools Ridgeline Montessori 4500 W. Amazon Drive Eugene, OR 97405 541-681-9662 www.ridgeline.org

Expansion Now Open!

Ridgeline Montessori provides an academically rigorous public Montessori education. Students balance their freedom to explore and think for themselves with their responsibility to work and learn within a community.

Educational Resources Adventure! Children’s Museum 490 Valley River Center Eugene, OR 97401 541-653-9629 www.adventurechildrensmuseum.org

Children’s museum dedicated to the spirit of adventure in every child! Field trips, birthday parties, museum lending boxes, and daily open hours with plenty of parking, close to bike paths and bus station.

Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Parkway Eugene, OR 97401 541-682-7888 https://eugenesciencecenter.org/

* FIELD TRIPS!

Visit Eugene Science Center for hands-on exhibits, state of the art planetarium shows, school group field trips, early education programs, and special events.

Register now for after-school science programs, no-school-day workshops, and camps designed to ignite your child’s curiosity.

Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras PO Box 5666 Eugene, OR 97405 541-484-0473 www.esyorchestras.org

ESYO has been a cornerstone of high-quality music education for 83 years! From String Academies in elementary schools, to first-rate performing orchestras, ESYO is home to our community’s youth symphonies. We offer orchestral training from 4th-12th grade, and need-based program and private lesson scholarships.

Inspire. Grow. Lead. Play! Take a journey of discovery through music!

* B I RT H D AY PA RT I E S !

• Challenging Curriculum • Self-Directed Learning • Multi-Age Classrooms • No Tuition

* O P E N D A I LY !

490 Valley River Center Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-653-9629 AdventureChildrensMuseum.org

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Application Deadline for 2019/2020 School Year: January 31, 2019 For Details Call 541-681-9662 or visit www.ridgeline.org

Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

1574 Coburg Rd. #120 Eugene, OR 97401 541-686-8686 www.eugeneveg.org

1430 Johnson Lane Eugene, OR 97403 541-346-3027 jsma.uoregon.edu

The Eugene Veg Education Network (EVEN) is a 501c3 vegan education and outreach non-profit emphasizing compassion, non-violence, and sustainablity. Since 2005 EVEN has been serving as a vegan resource to individuals, families, students, organizations, and the community. EVEN’s mission is to inform, educate, and encourage those interested in a whole-foods, plant-based diet.

EVEN focuses on the interconnectedness of all life and how a vegan lifestyle positively benefits the earth, the animals, and all people.

The JSMA offers an active program for youth and families.

Programs include art classes for preschool, elementary, middle and high school students during the school year, art camps during school breaks and Family Days, which feature art projects inspired by museum exhibitions, music and theatrical performances, and family-friendly tours.

AFTER SCHOOL ART CLASSES To learn more, visit our website at

jsma.uoregon.edu or call 541-346-3027 for more information

EO/AA/ADA Institution committed to cultural diversity

Kidsports 2190 Polk Street Eugene, OR 97405 541-683-2374 www.kidsports.org (Please see our ad on page 24)

Lane County’s #1 MultiSport Provider – and its mission of “All Kids Play,” has been serving the community since 1954. KIDSPORTS strives to provide an early,

positive, team sport experience for “all kids,” kindergarten through eighth grade. Regardless of athletic ability, or ability to pay, KS finds a way for “all kids” to play.” See www. kidsports.org for scholarship assistance and team sport options and opportunities. continued on next page…

Eugene Veg Education Network (EVEN) A 501c3 vegan education and outreach nonprofit, serving as a vegan resource since 2005.

Emphasizing non-violence, compassion, sustainability and the inter-connectedness of all life.

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Lane Tutoring Service 2141 Crest Drive Eugene, OR 97405 541-484-4133 www.lanetutoringservice.com

“All KIDS PLAY”

Registration Deadlines FALL SOCCER

5th-8th Grade ...............Aug. 3 3rd-4th Grade .............Aug. 17

Lane Tutoring Service is a oneon-one, in-home tutoring and college preparatory service serving student in grades K-12. Our professional teachers design programs that cater to each student’s unique strengths, needs and demeanor. We offer schoolyear support, focusing both on academic and study skills, as well as curriculum design for home-schoolers or summer skill-building. Our teachers are dynamic and engaging, and students enjoy working with us as they reach for greater success.

All subjects, plus SAT/ACT and college admissions preparation.

Serving Eugene/Springfield since 1990.

Kinder .........................Aug. 31

! ! ! ! ! !

TOT 3&4 year old ........Sept. 14

TACKLE FOOTBALL 5th-8th Grade ............. July 27

2nd-8th Grade..............Aug 17

Joshua Hirschstein, Director

LANE

TUTORING ! INC. S! ERVICE, College Preparatory Services: • Admissions Coaching • SAT/ACT Prep • College Essay Writing

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One-On-One Tutoring: • Friendly, Certified Teachers • All Subjects, K-12 • We travel to your home

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1680 E. 15th Ave. Eugene, OR 97403 541-346-3024 www.natural-history.uoregon.edu/

Inspire wonder! The museum’s K-12 programs emphasize fun, inquiry-based learning in science and social studies. At the museum or in your classroom, students can dig deep into Oregon’s geology, archaeology, and natural history. All programs align with Oregon and national standards. Visit our website to learn more about museum-based learning experiences, or how to bring one of our programs to your school.

Music Together Eugene 1430 Willamette St, #383 Eugene, OR 97401 541-362-5511 www.musictogethereugene.com

Come sing, dance, and laugh

1st-2nd Grade .............Aug. 24

FLAG FOOTBALL

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

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541-484-4133 lanetutoringservice.com !

Trusted by local families

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since 1990.

with Music Together premier early childhood music program for kids and the adults who love them! We offer weekly classes that include songs, rhymes, movement, and instrument play.

Just like language development, the early years are critical for developing basic music competence and our classes provide a good foundation for future dance and instrument study.

Best of all, they’re FUN!

National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics 1205 Oak Patch Rd. Eugene, OR 97402 541-344-2002 www.naag-gymnastics.org

Nationally Renowned Program.

Fun gymnastics and fitness programs for children 1-18 and Adults! Increase physical ability and self-confidence in a fun and positive environment. Gymnastics, Movement, Trampoline/

Little Little Wonders Wonders

Little STORIES AND ACTIVITIES

FOR PRESCHOOLERS STORIES AND ACTIVITIES Stories and Second Friday of the month FOR PRESCHOOLERS at 10:30 a.m.for Activities Preschoolers

Second Friday of the month Free admission for MNCH at 10:30 a.m. members

Wonders 1680 E. 15th Avenue, Eugene

Free admission for MNCH members 541-346-3024 natural-history.uoregon.edu Second Friday of the 1680 E. 15th Avenue, Eugene

STORIES541-346-3024 AND ACTIVITIES month at 10:30 a.m. natural-history.uoregon.edu FOR PRESCHOOLERS Second of the month FreeFriday admission for at 10:30 a.m.

MNCH members

Free admission for MNCH members 1680 E. 15th Avenue, Eugene 1680 E.541-346-3024 15th Avenue, Eugene 541-346-3024 natural-history.uoregon.edu natural-history.uoregon.edu

Discover the power of family music-making.

Eugene musictogethereugene.com (646) 957-4411

Nearby Nature P.O. Box 3678 Eugene, OR 97403 541-687-9699 www.nearbynature.org

Enjoy nature, science, play, adventure, art, and gardening!

Based outdoors in Alton Baker Park, Nearby Nature leads day camps, field trips, class visits, costumed Kinder Critter programs, Green Start Play Days, no-school-day events, and outdoor school presentations for kids in pre-school through middle school. On weekends, we host Nature Quest adventures and special events for families.

Don’t miss the Haunted Hike on Oct 20th! We also serve middle and high schoolers as a partner in the Network Charter School. Scholarships, discounts for members, service learning projects, and volunteer opportunities are available.

Oregon Children’s Choir PO Box 11007 Eugene, OR 97440 458-215-0070 www.oregonchildrenschoir.com

The Oregon Children’s Choir serves K-12th grades and provides advanced choral instructions in many styles of music, including Traditional, Contemporary, Broadway, World and A cappella. Choirs meet for rehearsals once a week at First United Methodist Church, 1376 Olive St. Eugene, and perform in 4 concerts throughout the year. Several of our choirs take

end-of-the-year singing trips including competitions for our high school a cappella groups.

Scholarships and sibling discounts are available.

Haunted Hike October 20th!

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tumbling, Cheerleading, Girls and Boy Teams, Open Gyms, Birthday Parties, No School Day Activities and Camps for Summer, Winter and Spring Break.

Where Fitness is Fun and Confidence Grows.

Oregon Tutor 1144 Gateway Loop, Ste 100 Springfield, OR 97477 541-733-1749 http://www.oregontutor.com/

At Oregon Tutor, we believe oneon-one tutoring greatly enriches the lives of our students. We offer private tutoring to students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade, as well as adults. Our philosophy is to help students of all ages achieve their academic goals by providing tutors of the highest quality while working at each student’s pace. We like to work in tandem with the school teacher and home, to ensure that we are working as a team towards common goals.

School Field Trips No School Days Nature Quests Kinder Critters Classroom Visits Green Start Play Days Scholarships Available!

Register 541-687-9699

nearbynature.org

Now Enrolling for Fall!

541-733-1749

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OregonTutor @comcast.net Do You Love To Sing? We’d Love To Meet You! Choirs available for ages K-12 www.oregonchildrenschoir.com

Experienced tutors here to help students of all ages with: SAT/ACT Prep•Homework Support

Where Fitness is Fun and Confidence Grows!

Making a positive difference in the lives of Lane County’s youth for 44 years

OUR NATIONAL RENOWNED PROGRAMS INCLUDE: Preschool Gymnastics School Age Gymnastics Adult Gymnastics Ninja Classes Silks Classes Boys and Girls Teams Birthday Parties Parents Night Out Camps for No School Days

Try a FREE Class!

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Math Help•Beginning Reading AP/IB Prep•Academic Enrichment New clients, mention this ad and receive a $20 account credit when scheduling your first three appointments!

Offer applies to new clients scheduling during the months of August and September, 2018.

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