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Graduation at a G'Lance: November 14, 2025

Posted Date: 11/15/25 (4:15 PM)

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Graduation at a G'Lance

Churchill High School Senior Class Newsletter

November 14, 2025

Churchill Class of 2026 and Families,

Welcome back to the Graduation at a G'Lance, your official e-newsletter for the Churchill High School Class of 2026 graduation! This edition focuses on immediate action items, especially ordering your gear and hitting the upcoming yearbook deadlines. Time is flying, so let's make sure we stay on track!


In this issue...
  • Order your Class of 2026 gear now and pick it up at lunchtime on Wednesday. (Caps and gowns, and announcements will arrive in May and April.)
  • Reminder: Yearbook deadlines and price increase in December.
  • 4J Honors Diploma requirements and deadline reminder.
  • College and Career events
  • Financial assistance for senior activities
  • 2026 Grad Night Party!

This year will fly by, so make sure to savor every moment!


With PRIDE,
Churchill Graduation Committee
Digital graphic featuring a stylized blue knight's helmet (the 'Lancers' mascot) above the word 'LANCERS' rendered in the iconic font and style of the Friends TV show logo, complete with colored dots between the letters. Below this, the phrase 'CLASS OF 2026' is written in a handwritten script font.
 

Calendar

Churchill Graduation Calendar

Important Dates

Wednesday, November 19
Senior Gear Order Pickup, at lunch

Saturday, November 29
Wreath Pickup for Grad Party Wreath Fundraiser, Churchill front entrance

December
Yearbook prices increase
Yearbook dedications and baby photos due

Tuesday, January 7
Cap and gown prices increase. Last day to order with the bulk discount.
 

Graduation Information

Graduation Orders: Act Now to Pick Up Your Gear Next Week!

Senior Students/Families,
 
It's time to place your orders for the Class of 2026 Graduation! All orders must be placed directly through Miners Graduate Services. Below you will find the instructions and key information for placing your order.
 
  • Orders can be placed online at https://minersgrad.com.
  • ⚠️ REMINDER: Order online by Tuesday, November 18th, and you can receive your Class of 2026 Gear (sweatshirts, bling tassels, etc.) at school during Lunch on Wednesday, November 19th.
  • If you have any order questions, please contact Miners Graduate Services.

Announcements and cap and gown units will be delivered in April and May.
Flyer for Churchill HS Class of 2026 graduation orders, showing cap, gown, announcements, a white hoodie, and a QR code.
Yearbook deadlines for senior families, listing dates for price increases, dedications, baby photos, senior quotes, and senior portraits from December to February, with contact information.

📢 Can't-Miss Yearbook Deadlines!

It's that time of year! To ensure your preferred portrait is featured in the yearbook and you get the best price, here are the critical deadlines you need to know for purchasing yearbooks and submitting photos, quotes, and dedications.

☃️ December Deadlines
Yearbook Price Increase: Don't wait! Yearbook prices will increase beginning in December.
  • Buy today for $65 in the front office or pay online to lock in the lowest price.
Dedications & Baby Photos Due:
  • Due by the end of December.
  • Send your photos to bennett_ja@4j.lane.edu.

❄️ January Deadlines & Proofs
Senior Quotes Due:
  • Due by the end of January.
Dedications & Baby Photos Proofs:
  • Expect to receive a proof for your submitted dedications and baby photos.
  • We will try to make links to the proofs available. If you don't see a link, please reach out and ask!

💘 February Deadline
Senior Portraits Due:
  • Due by Valentine's Day (February 14th).
  • Remember to View Proof of the portrait you plan to submit.
Questions?
If you have any questions about deadlines, submissions, or proofs, please email bennett_ja@4j.lane.edu.

4J Honors Diploma: Essential Steps for Senior Recognition

Seniors – it’s time to start thinking about Honors Diploma Recognition. To receive recognition, students must complete all three of the following:
 
  1. Earn an unweighted cumulative final GPA of 3.5 or better.
  2. Earn a minimum of 25 credit hours.
  3. Perform at least 120 hours of volunteer service during grades 9-12. 60 of these hours must be served in the community outside of Churchill.
 
This year, seniors need to submit their hour logs to Kari Ludington, School Counselor, by January 30, 2026. More information about the Honors Diploma can be found in the CHS Course Catalog, or see your Counselor with questions.

💰 Financial Assistance for Seniors

Senior year can be expensive: caps and gowns, graduation announcements, Prom, the grad party, and so much more. Don't let finances keep you from participating in all of your senior year activities. Financial assistance is available. Ask at the front office, your counselor, or any teacher or staff member. We can help.
 

College and Career

October & November 2025 College & Career Events

Check out what's on the schedule now for college and career visits! Make sure you listen to the Daily Announcements and keep an eye on the Churchill Calendar for the latest updates.

Oregon Institute of Technology Visit
  • Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, 10:45 am – 11:15 am, Student Support Center
University building with Greek columns against a blue sky.

✨ Look Ahead: College & Career Dates for 2026

Keep these dates in mind as you plan for the New Year!

Student Opportunities Fair
Thursday, Jan. 22nd, 9:30 am – 12:15 pm

United States Army Recruiting Center Visit
Wednesday, Feb. 11th, 10:45 am – 11:15 am, Student Support Center

Oregon Army National Guard Visit
Wednesday, Feb. 11th, 11:20 am – 11:50 am, Student Support Center

 

Grad Party 2026

The Graduation Party is community-sponsored. Liability is the responsibility of the organizers.

Senior Grad Party Info

The Grad Party is a long-standing tradition providing seniors with a safe, sober, and fun graduation celebration. It is only possible because of the dedicated parent volunteers who put it together.

WHEN: Monday, June 8th (graduation night)
TIME: 11:00 pm – 3:00 am
WHERE: UofO Recreation Center
WHO: Class of 2026, CHS Students only


Why Would My Student Want to Attend?
One final celebration with their classmates! There will be a DJ rocking the latest hits, sprinkled with Karaoke, various activities such as the fan favorite Casino Night (various casino games and horse races), CASH WALKGymnasium Activities (basketball, dodgeball, pickleball), Rock ClimbingHair Tinsel/Glitter TattoosJousting Arena, Swimming Pool, and much more! Food and beverages are provided, such as DUTCH BROSPapas PizzaNothing Bunt Cakes, etc... There will be CASH PRIZES throughout the night (last year over $6,000), plus 40+ Raffle Baskets and GRAND PRIZES to win! Past prizes include: TV's, Tablets, Smart Watches, e-Bikes, Scooters, Paddle Boards and amazing theme-inspired baskets like: Movie Night, Girls/Boys Dorm Essentials, Care Kits, Camping, etc... so the better question would be, Why Wouldn't My Student Attend?

How Do I Get Involved?
Volunteers are NEEDED! As mentioned, this event is put on solely by volunteers and paid for through fundraising and donations. We need as many people as we can get to help! It's not hard, or overly time consuming. Let's work together to have the most epic party and help our students celebrate their success!
Additionally, we are a 501c3 Non-Profit entity, operating through Lancer Legacy. Therefore, donations are tax-deductible. We accept cash, checks, and have a business Venmo for donations or fundraiser payments.

Follow Us On Our Socials: Facebook: Churchill Grad Party 2026 and Instagram: chs_gradparty_26

To get involved and/or stay in the loop, scan the QR Code below to be added to our informational email list with important dates and events, or email CHS.2026GradParty@gmail.com.
QR code for the Grad Party 2026 email signup list.
Venmo QR code for the Churchill Grad Party, username @Churchill_Grad_Party.
 
Digital graphic featuring a stylized blue knight's helmet (the 'Lancers' mascot) above the word 'LANCERS' rendered in the iconic font and style of the Friends TV show logo, complete with colored dots between the letters. Below this, the phrase 'CLASS OF 2026' is written in a handwritten script font.

Churchill Graduation Information