Eagan H S- Weekly Newsletter

We are truly over the moon with gratitude for the incredible EHS community. Your support at Black Heritage Night was beyond amazing, and the BSU advisors and students, want to express their heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you!

For those who couldn't make it to Black Heritage Night, here's a little peek into the fabulous event that took place last Monday. Our Eagan High School’s Black Student Union took the stage and wowed the audience with a fantastic celebration of Black History Month. From captivating dances to a stunning fashion show and a delightful spread of cultural delicacies, it was a night to remember.

A huge shoutout to everyone who joined us and cheered on the students as they showcased their talents and shared the beauty of Black culture. Your presence made the evening even more special, and we are truly grateful for your support in making this event a success. Thank you for being a part of our community and for celebrating diversity with us in such a fun and vibrant way!

Hey there! If you're not in the know, a National Letter of Intent is a big deal in the world of sports. It's basically a fancy way of saying that an athlete has agreed to play sports for a specific college or university in return for a scholarship.

So, picture this - it's Wednesday, February 7, 2024, and it's a day to remember for our talented athletes from EHS. This was the day when some exceptional senior student-athletes like Owen Kipp, Blake Koenen, and Jack Hansen made it official by signing their National Letters of Intent. These guys are headed to play collegiate athletics at the D-I and D-II levels, representing Eagan HS with pride.

Let's give a huge round of applause to Owen, Blake, and Jack! We couldn't be more thrilled for you and all the hard work you've put in to reach this exciting milestone. Eagan HS is beaming with pride for our future sports superstars!

Quiz Bowl and Knowledge Bowl are fun programs in which teams come together to compete in answering general knowledge questions and questions from a variety of different academic subjects.

Eagan teams compete against other schools and some rounds are broadcast on Community Access TV. Congratulations EHS Quiz Bowl for taking 2nd in the South Suburban Conference Championship!

Alex Huang even medaled as the 1st Place Overall Individual!

Their section tournament is at Redwood Valley High School on Friday, Feb. 9 and Saturday, Feb. 10.

Redwood Valley High School - Advance Ticket Sales Sections (1/2/3/4)

There will be tickets at the gate Cash Only or You may purchase online

Friday Online Ticket Link-https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGBO

Saturday Online Ticket Link- https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGDI

Their Section Tournament is at Bloomington Kennedy on Saturday, February 10.

Admission Tickets – Please share with fans: You can use this link to pre-purchase tickets. Tickets: 1AAA = https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/39783

Live Stream: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/Subscription

Congratulations to our two Alpine Skiers for making it to the MSHSL State Tournament on February 13, 2024.

• Courtney Bumpers (2nd in sections)

• Isabella Barrios

Head Coach Carl Zeilon, Assistants, Ben Heil, Tim Larson, Corey Marthaler

You can find the schedule, streaming, online program, apparel, unofficial live results and live streaming site at this link

https://www.mshsl.org/sports-and-activities/alpine-skiing-girls

Congratulations to our Nordic Skier for making it to the MSHSL State Tournament.

Luke Poppinga (3rd in sections)

Head Coach Brian Abery, Assistants, Ellen McCarthy, Derek Schlager, Jacob Daubenberger, Chris Hall and Kevin Robertson.

You can find the schedule, streaming, online program, apparel, and live streaming site at this link

https://www.mshsl.org/sports-and-activities/nordic-ski-racing-boys

Our Science Olympiad teams competed at the regional competition on February 3rd and qualified for the state competition which will be held on March 2nd at Bethel University!

Calling all anglers! Take your passion to the next level and join the Eagan High School Fishing Team! Join us at our info meeting for all students in 8th-12th grade. Don't miss this chance to hone your fishing techniques, make new friends, and enjoy the thrill of tournament fishing.

The team will be fishing against other high schools on regional lakes this summer. We'll also be hosting various team activities and events throughout the spring.

If you're interested in joining but don't have a boat, no worries! We're also looking for family or family friend boat captains (18+) to help out during the summer tournaments.

Join our info session on Tuesday, February 13th at 7:00 pm in room 283. It's open to all students currently in 8th-12th grade, and both anglers and their parents are welcome to attend.

Find us on Facebook and Instagram

Questions? Email us at EaganHSfishing@gmail.com Please contact Ms. Tesdall if you have any questions or if you cannot make the meeting.

If you're looking for some entertainment that will warm your heart this winter, you won't want to miss the talented students of EHS performing in the winter play "'Almost Maine". Get ready to be captivated by the enchanting storylines and impressive acting skills on display.

Almost Maine, the award winning romantic comedy by John Cariani, is a delightful collection of 8 heartwarming and funny scenes that will leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside.

Imagine being whisked away to a charming town that's so far north, it's almost in Canada. Welcome to Almost, where the northern lights dance above as love takes center stage. On one magical winter night, the quirky residents of Almost experience love in all its forms – from heartbreak to serendipitous connections. Each 2-person vignette is a unique story of its own, unfolding against the backdrop of a town that's as whimsical as it is endearing.

So, buy your tickets HERE and join us for a night of love, laughter, and a touch of the unexpected. Come witness the highs and lows of romance in Almost, Maine, where love is in the air, but not quite as you'd expect. Get ready to be charmed by this enchanting tale of love in all its beautiful imperfections.

Academic Letter Award at Eagan HS

Students grades 9-12 who achieve a 3.666 or higher overall grade point average in 15 courses or more completed in the 2023 – 2024 school year, will receive an Academic Letter Award once all grades are final – and all post secondary grades are submitted.

These award certificates will be mailed to our students in late June, 2024.

District 196 receives Federal Education funding through ESSA Title IV and Perkins V grant opportunities. The US Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Education require that we survey students about their experiences that are subsidized or could be subsidized by these federal grants. This survey specifically asks students about their opportunities for career development courses like those offered by our Family and Consumer Science Department, Technical Education Department, Business Education Departments, Work Based Learning, Mentor Programs, and the District-wide Career Development. We will be surveying high school students in early February. We anticipate this optional survey will take five to ten minutes to complete. No names will be collected on this 14 question survey. Requests for copies of the survey, questions about the survey or requests to opt out can be directed to the District’s State and Federal Programs Specialist, Sara George at Sara.George@district196.org.

Deadline for Fan Bus - Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Deadline for Permission to Attend (no Fan Bus) - Wednesday, February 14, 2024 by 10am

The Unified Basketball team is going to the State Tournament at the Target Center on Wednesday, February 15, 2024. Students wishing to attend the game MUST complete the permission form on MyPaymentsPlus.

We will be offering fan buses for the cost of $10

or students (with permission) may transport themselves. There is no cost to attend the game.

The fan bus will leave EHS at 8:00am. We anticipate returning to EHS at approximately 1:00pm. If a student is riding the fan bus, they MUST ride it BOTH WAYS. Money paid to ride the bus will not be refunded.

Students will be excused for hours 1-6 if permission forms on MyPaymentsPlus are completed. Students may want to bring cashless money options for food or drinks as they will be missing lunch at school and Target Center is a cashless stadium. Typically no outside food or beverages are allowed in the stadium.

Target Center's bag policy: no bags larger than 5" x 9"

Eagan will play their first game at 9am. if we lose that game, we will play again for 3rd place at 10am.

If we win our first game, we will play in the championship game at 11am.

The Eagan Clay Target Team is a team that priorities safety, fun and marksmanship. We are a team that is passionate about giving students an opportunity to be a part of a team that is focused on both team and individual performances.

• Students will need their own transportation

• Students will have to have (or get) a firearm safety certification.

• Opportunity to letter in this sport!

Check out the Eagan Athletic Clubs page (www.eaganwildcats.org/ehsclubs)

Questions can be emailed to info@eaganclaytargetteam.com

The School of Environmental Studies in Apple Valley, Minnesota will be holding the annual Environmental College and Career Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

Twenty-seven colleges and environmental organization have confirmed participation.

This event is an arena style "fair" in which colleges provide information about their institutions and offer college/career guidance to students. There is no pre-registration and the event is open to the public.

The School of Environmental Studies is located at: 12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124. MAP

Questions: Contact Nathan Nelson at: Nathan.nelson@district196.org

Are you looking for a fun new activity to try out? Look no further than the FREE Ultimate Frisbee Clinic! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or have never played a game of frisbee before, this clinic is the perfect opportunity to learn more about Ultimate Frisbee and have a blast with other players.

The clinic offers several different time slots, so you can find one that fits perfectly with your schedule. All you need to bring is a water bottle, tennis shoes, and a light and dark shirt.

If you're new to Ultimate Frisbee, don't worry - the clinic is designed to teach you everything you need to know. You'll learn the basics of the game, including the rules, strategy, and techniques for throwing and catching the frisbee. And if you're already a seasoned player, you'll have the chance to hone your skills and play with other experienced athletes.

Click HERE to register for the Ultimate Frisbee Clinic today.

Is your student looking for a fun and exciting way to get some exercise and meet new people? Ultimate Frisbee is your answer! Registration is now open for players of all experience levels, so no worries if they've never played before.

Starting in March, we'll be practicing twice a week to get our skills up and ready for weekly games against other high schools in the area. And the best part? We have both boys and girls teams, so everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! Whether they're a seasoned Frisbee player or just looking to try something new, we guarantee that Ultimate Frisbee will be a blast.

So don't hesitate - register your student today and get ready to watch them show off their frisbee skills! We can't wait to see them out on the field. Click HERE to register.

• The Eagan Community Foundation scholarship application process opened the evening of January 17th and will close the evening of February 23rd.
• 110 scholarships totaling over $130,000. Students can learn more about the process and apply here: https://www.eaganfoundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship
• Awards are based on a variety of criteria including community involvement, those with military parents, those who have persevered through hardships in life, participation in sports and school activities, academic merit and financial need.
• Only scholarships that are based on financial need require a copy of the front page of your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA.

Scholarships are sponsored by a variety of local businesses, school organizations, family foundations and nonprofits.

The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) in Reading for grade 10 students and Math for grade 11 students will be administered on Wednesday, March 20 from 7:40 - 9:40 AM.

• All grade 9 students will attend classes at 7:40 AM as usual.
• All grade 12 students will report for 3rd period classes at 9:45 AM. Assigned work for periods 1 and 2 will be posted in Schoology by teachers.
• Buses will run at the usual times.

The ACT for Grade 11 students, and PreACT for Grade 10 students will be administered on Tuesday, April 23 starting at 7:40 AM.

• Students in grades 9 and 12 will have an E Learning Day on Tuesday, April 23rd.

District 196 Community Ed offers both fun and educational programs for our students and families. Check out a few of the opportunities below!

Advantage ACT Prep Course - Virtual (grades 10-12)

Sat | Feb 10 - Mar 2 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | 4 sessions | $180 | Live Online

Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)

Mon | Feb 12 - Mar 11 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW

Fewer than 5 spots left!

Youth/Adult Bowling League at Bogarts (adult and child ages 7+)

Sat | Feb 17 - Mar 16 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $229 | Bogart's Entertainment Center

Parents … just for you!

Growth Mindset: An Explanation, How We Can Use it in Our Schools and the Supporting Role of Parents

Mon | Feb 12 | 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. | Pay What You Can | RHS

SCHOOL MESSENGER QUICK TIP for reporting

District 196 offers an online reporting system through School Messenger Quick Tip.

It allows students to report concerns or problems at anytime and may be anonymous.

All reports are dealt with immediately .

Access is on the website at: https://www.district196.org/quicktip.

Email: EHSNews@district196.org
Website: ehs.district196.org
Location: 4185 Braddock Trail, Eagan, MN, USA
Phone: 651-683-6900