Summer is coming, and with it some no-cost opportunities for students.

Summer School

Summer programs for academic learning and enrichment help students boost their well-being, expand their learning and remain engaged with peers. 4J is providing several summer learning programs for students. All summer programs are by invitation only. 

High school & transition programs:

• Summer Bridge high school transition | Monday, Aug. 10 – Friday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 
• Summer High School Credit Recovery | three two-week sessions, Monday, July 6 – Friday, Aug. 14
• Extended School Year for students receiving special education services | Tuesday through Thursday, July 7 – 30, 8:30-11 :30 a.m.

Middle school programs:

• Summer Bridge middle school transition for incoming sixth graders | Monday, Aug. 10 – Thursday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Extended School Year for selected students receiving special education services | Tuesday through Thursday, July 7 – 30, 8:30-11 :30 a.m.

Elementary school programs:

• Summer Enrichment & Academic Learning (SEAL)| Monday through Thursday, July 8 – Aug. 6, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
• Kids in Transition to School (KITS) for incoming kindergartners (must be enrolled in a 4J school) | Monday through Thursday, July 6 – Aug. 13, 9 a.m.-noon
• Extended School Year for selected students receiving special education services | Tuesday through Thursday, July 7 – 30, 8:30-11 :30 a.m.

Free Summer Meals for Kids

4J will not offer meals this summer due to budget reductions.

The district has collaborated with FOOD for Lane County to add additional sites for its program that provides free lunches at parks and community centers for individuals 18 years of age and younger. Its program kicks off Monday, June 22, and runs through Friday, Aug. 21. Lunches are served 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and must be eaten on-site; young children must be accompanied by an adult. Meal Locations | Menu 

Summer EBT

4J families with eligible school-aged children can receive a total of $120 per child to buy groceries during the summer when school is out.

Families receiving certain federal benefits, such as SNAP, TANF or OHP (Medicaid), will automatically receive Summer EBT benefits, as will those enrolled in migrant programs, who are experiencing homelessness or who are attending Head Start. Families who qualify automatically began receiving their benefits starting the week of June 5. Families not receiving federal benefits can apply for Summer EBT benefits, although they must meet the income guidelines to receive them. The simple application is available online or in paper form on the program website.

Visit the Summer EBT website to apply by September 1, 2026. When applying, you will be asked to provide your child’s name, school, date of birth and address. You will also be asked to report your household income. 

School Office Hours

Most district offices are open year-round. High school offices remain open through the summer but operate on reduced hours. Elementary school offices, middle school offices, and school-based health centers are closed for most of the summer and reopen in August. 4J’s website has information about enrolling your student during the summer.

2026-27 Academic Calendar

District Office:
Open regular hours
Closed: June 19 & July 3

Elementary & Middle Schools:
Open: June 15-18 & June 22-23, 9 a.m.–noon & 1–3 p.m.
Closed: June 24–August 21
Reopen: August 24, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. & 1–3 p.m.

High Schools:
Open throughout the summer
Hours: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. & 1–3 p.m.
Closed: June 19 & July 3 

School-Based Health Clinic Hours

The school-based health centers at Churchill and North Eugene high schools will close starting Friday, June 19, and reopen Monday, Aug. 3, resuming normal hours:

• Churchill Health Center (541-790-5227): Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., by appointment only
• North Eugene Health Center (541-790-4445): Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., by appointment only

During the closure, existing clients with questions or concerns can contact PeaceHealth at 541-222-8500 or Lane County Behavioral Health at 541-682-7253 for assistance. Families are encouraged to schedule sports physicals and vaccinations during the clinics’ summer hours before school begins. There are no walk-ins, but some same-day appointments may be available. Visit the 4J Health Center webpage for more information.