EVHS Bi-Weekly Announcements

UPCOMING DATES:

February 10- No School, Data Analysis Day

February 20- No School, Presidents' Day

March 10- No School, Staff Development

Current sophomores and current juniors are eligible to complete a Candidate Form. It is strongly encouraged that the eligible candidate have a cumulative 3.8 GPA or higher.

Optional informational meetings will be held on Wednesday, March 8 at 7:10 AM OR 2:30 PM in C232. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to attend ONE of the meetings.

If a candidate is unable to attend an informational meeting, more info can be found here: https://sites.google.com/view/eastviewnhs/home

CANDIDACY FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA THIS FORM BEFORE MARCH 24, 2023 AT 2:45 PM.

Responsibility matters, therefore, late Candidacy Forms will not be considered.

If you have questions, see Mr. Kelly in C232 or email him at john.kelly@district196.org

The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production. Check out the January 25th episode here.

Peer tutoring is available on Wednesdays in the Learning Commons after school! Math peer tutors will be available from 2:30-3:30. You can get support for math homework- bring your questions or assignments to work on with a peer tutor and/or small group.

The AVEV Gymnastics Team will be hosting a fundraiser:

Wednesday February 8, 2023

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Raising Cane's

7501 150th Street

Apple Valley, MN 55124

Yearbooks are ordered through Josten's and are $90. Click here to order.

To opt in to EVHS and District 196 text messages, text Y to 67587. Carrier messaging rates may apply.

Graduation ads are full-color, optional congratulatory messages to graduating seniors from their families. They include the student's name, a baby picture, and a short message.

Families are given the opportunity to purchase a Senior Graduation Advertisement for $45.00. We accept ads and ad content through online submission only. Grad Ad submissions are due on February 9, 2023.

Click here for more information

Purchase Your Graduation Ad HERE

Everyone is welcome to join us for a fun evening of food, drinks and fashion on Thursday, February 9th from 5-7PM!

This is a private shopping event at Fashion Fruit Boutique in Eagan, 1470 Yankee Doodle Road, Eagan MN 55122 where store Manager and Eastview Senior Parent Melissa Loch, and her staff will help you to pick out the perfect apparel and gifts from their beautiful selection of merchandise. Valentine's themed snacks and beverages will be provided.

A portion of the proceeds from the day will go to the Eastview Senior Party! Bring your friends for a fun night out that supports a wonderful cause!

RSVP on Facebook encouraged to help us plan refreshments https://fb.me/e/3nHpwljsz

Graduating seniors are invited to attend the 2023 All-Night Senior Party, a chemical free, lock-in which takes place the night of graduation, Saturday June 3rd, 2023 from 10:00 pm – 4:00am at EVHS.

Each year the All-Night Senior Party is a highlight for the graduating seniors with at least 80% of the class attending. This is an “Everything Included” night of fun! Entertainment, Food, Prizes, Games, Casino, and MORE! It is the place to be on graduation night! On February 8th there will be a party kick-off event during the school day where the theme of the party will be revealed to the senior class! Get your tickets before the kick-off to save money & be entered into prize drawings!

TICKET PRICES:

• $95: Before February 8th, 2023 (Early Bird Special) * **
• $115: Feb 8th to May 26th, 2023 **
• $140: At the Door (Cash and Venmo)
• $45: If you qualify for free/reduced lunch * **

* Tickets entered to win a $50 gift card (2) or the option to name a horse for virtual horse racing (30)

**Tickets entered to win a $50 gift card (2) or a graduation flower bouquet (2)

• Only members of the Eastview High School class of 2023 (including PSEO and SES students) are allowed to attend the party.
• You must present a photo ID at the door to be admitted.
• Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Purchase options:

Venmo / PayPal

Check

Scholarship

The most up to date info is available on our website https://sites.google.com/view/evhs-senior-party/home.

Announce your graduation in style & CELEBRATE YOUR SENIOR YEAR with your official optional graduation announcement... showcasing the specific information regarding the date, time and place of your high school graduation ceremony. Mail these to those who matter most to invite them to your special event.

*Please note: The student’s name does not appear on the announcement. Be sure to order name cards to place in the card cut-out.

Click here for more information.

Eastview High School's Counseling Office is here to help with lots of information for you and your family. Check back in this space for the most up-to-date counseling news!

Friday, February 3rd Counselor Connection Newsletter

Counseling Office Newsletter Archives

Students and families are welcome to attend a free Minnesota Education Fair Sponsored by MACAC, Minnesota Association for College Admission Counseling, on Wednesday, February 22nd from 4:30-6 PM at Apple Valley High School.

Visit with representatives from 100 colleges, universities, community colleges, technical colleges, and specialty schools. For a complete list of schools at each fair, visit www.mn-acac.org.

Pre-Registration is not required, but is highly recommended. Click HERE to pre-register.

Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows highly motivated 11th- and 12th-grade students to earn college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level courses. With traditional PSEO, these courses are generally offered on the campus of the postsecondary institution; some courses are offered online. The cost of tuition, course fees, and textbooks is covered by the Minnesota Department of Education.

We will be hosting a required PSEO information session for any current 10th and 11th grade student interested in pursuing PSEO for the 2023-2024 school year on any of the following dates/times:

March 7th at 2:40pm in C250

March 8th at 7:10 in C250

March 8th in the counseling office during your lunch

Students should still register for a full year of EVHS classes for the 2023-2024 school year even if they plan on taking PSEO classes. The MN State Department of Education deadline for notifying EHS about your intention to participate in PSEO is May 30th.

This February, the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, Minnesota Department of Education, ECMC's The College Place Minnesota, and Minnesota Goes to College are launching a series of financial aid webinars for Minnesota students and families as they prepare for the college-going process. All sessions will have simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong. Attendees will be entered to win a $500 scholarship.

The series, which runs February 7 through 28, will focus on a variety of topics, including general financial aid information, details on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Minnesota Dream Act for undocumented students, and other ways to pay for college.

Understand & Prepare to Apply for Financial Aid | Tues, Feb 7 at 7:00 p.m.

· Learn more about the many ways to pay for college—like grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study—and how to apply for them. Register here

Complete the FAFSA | Tues, Feb 14 at 7:00 p.m.

· Find out more about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is the most important form to get you or your student money for education after high school. Register here

Complete the MN Dream Act | *Thurs, Feb 16 at 7:00 p.m.

· Minnesota also has a form for undocumented students called the Minnesota Dream Act, which allows them to be eligible for in-state tuition. Register here

Understanding Your Offer Letter | Tues, Feb 21 at 7:00 p.m.

· Understanding your financial aid award letter can be complicated, especially if you applied to more than one college. This session will help you understand how to read and compare them. Register here

Scholarship Search | Feb 28 at 7:00 p.m.

· Learn more about how to get scholarships, or free money, for your education after high school. Register here

For more information on each session and to register, visit https://bit.ly/readysetfafsa

The Eagan Community Foundation scholarship application process IS NOW OPEN and will close the evening of February 24th at 11:59 PM. They will be awarding roughly 110 scholarships totaling over $120,000.

Every student is encouraged to submit an application! 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. Be sure and file your FAFSA by the scholarship deadline.

To learn more, watch this brief video about the application process and apply here.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on February 24, 2023. Visit www.eaganfoundation.org for details.

The School of Environmental Studies in Apple Valley, Minnesota will be holding their annual Environmental College and Career Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 14 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Over 20 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

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

On Tuesday, April 4th all 10th and 11th grade students will have the opportunity to take the Pre-ACT (10th) and ACT (11th) test at Eastview High School. Students in 10th and 11th grade will report to school at their regularly scheduled time. Students in grades 9 and 12 will access instruction asynchronously.

*No sign-up will be required. Look for more information to follow in March.

Click here for information on bilingual and multilingual seals and world language certificates

UPCOMING COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY VISITS

Students should stop by the Counseling Office and get a pass to attend the college/university/military Rep Visit prior to the right visit. These university/college or military visits are small group meetings typically lasting 20/30 minutes. These admission reps are often times the same people that review college applications, so it's a great connection for students.

Thursday 2/9/2023

11:15am

Army National Guard

Tuesday 2/14/2023

11:15am

U.S. Navy

*Don't forget to register in Naviance and pick up a pass in the Counseling Office prior to the event.

Any boys interested in playing tennis this spring: captains practices have started every Saturday from 7-8:30am at Lakeville Lifetime. You pay a one time fee of 30.00 made out to Eastview boys tennis booster club and give check to Raymond Liu. For more information, please contact Coach Olsen at 612-802-4929.

For any student interesting in playing baseball this spring, there are informational meetings coming up in February!

9th graders: Tuesday, Feb. 14th- Before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:45pm.

10th-12th graders: Wednesday, Feb. 15th- Before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:45pm.

Location: C235

Please contact Mr. Strey with any questions at patrick.strey@district196.org.

Anyone interested in playing baseball this spring is welcome to come workout at Open Gym in the Main and South Gyms at EVHS on the following Sunday nights:

• Feb 19th
• Feb. 26th
• Mar. 5th

Open Gym runs from 6-8pm. Juniors and Seniors should arrive at 6pm. Freshmen and Sophomore arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets are available to win a Mall of America themed gift basket during home girls basketball games for the next month.

This basket includes 4 unlimited ride wristbands, 4 passes to Crayola Experience, 4 passes for Moose Mountain or Rock of Ages black-light golf, 4 passes to Sea Life as well as a MOA coupon book, MOA t-shirts, MOA cups, MOA hat, MOA plush, MOA bag and 3 Nickelodeon toys! Stop by any of the 4 remaining girls basketball home games on January 31, February 10, February 17th or February 24th and buy a raffle ticket for $5. The winner will be drawn at our final home game on February 24th. You do not need to be present to win! Game time is 7pm and tickets will be available to purchase anytime during the game. Stay and support girls basketball in the stands! Basket value is $574.00 and would be perfect for parents or grandparents to win and treat the special kids in their life to a Mall of America experience! GO LIGHTNING!

VARSITY SPORTS

February/March Madness is officially upon us once again! It is the busiest time of the year as far as post-season events, so I will try keeping you updated at least weekly along the way. The next two months promise to be quite exciting for all involved as competitors, coaches and fans. For those of you looking to follow any of our teams a bit more closely here are your best resources:

Follow @EVHSathletics on Twitter

Visit www.mshsl.org and click on “tournaments” for all of the post-season brackets, programs, ticket info etc.

Alpine Skiing: The Section Meet will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at Buck Hill. There are two different runs starting at 9:00 a.m. to determine who will qualify as teams and individuals for the State Meet! Click here for all the information including the run order: https://sites.google.com/view/eevalpine/ The State Alpine Meet will be held Tuesday, February 14th at Giant’s Ridge in Biwabik.

Nordic Skiing: Congratulations to the Eastview-Eagan Girls Nordic Ski team on winning the SSC Pursuit Championship last week and placing 1st Overall in the Final SSC Season-long Standings! The ISD 196 Boys Team also finished 1st Overall in the SSC Standings and brought home the Pursuit title as well. The Section Meet for Boys and Girls Nordic Ski will be held Tuesday, February 7th at Hyland Lake Park Reserve in Bloomington. They will have a timed Classic Race in the morning starting at 9:30, Sprint Relays starting at 11:30 and a Freestyle Pursuit Race in the afternoon starting at 3:30. Teams and individuals who qualify will participate in the State Nordic Ski Meet on Wednesday, February 15th and Thursday, February 16th at Giant’s Ridge in Biwabik.

Girls’ Hockey: The girls’ hockey team received the #6 Seed in Section 3AA and will open up their Section Tournament vat the Burnsville Ice Center on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. vs. Metro-South. If they win they will advance to Saturday’s Semifinal game vs. the Rosemount/Eagan winner. The Section Championship Game is on Wednesday, February 15th at VMCC in Inver Grove at 7:00. Here is the full bracket: https://www.mshsl.org/tournaments/2023-section-3aa-hockey-girls-tournament

Competition Cheer: Congratulations to the Varsity Comp Cheer Team coached by Tim and Mario Navarro who competed last weekend at the MCCA State Championships in the Game Day Non-Tumbling Division and also advanced to the UCA National Cheer Championships in Orlando, Florida this coming week.

Dance Team: The SSC Champion Lightning Dance Team will compete in the Section 1AAA High Kick and Jazz Tournaments Saturday at Bloomington Kennedy High School. Their competition begins with Jazz at 5:00 p.m. and High Kick approximately starting at 7:00. If they finish in the top 3 they will compete in State Jazz Prelims on Friday, February 17th at Target Center. The AA/AAA Jazz Prelims session will start at 2:00. The top six teams will advance to Finals at 7:15 p.m. Friday night. Similarly, if they finish in the top 3 teams in Section High Kick on Saturday they will compete in State High Kick Prelims on Saturday, February 18th at Target Center at 2:00 p.m. The top six teams will advance to High Kick Finals at 7:15 p.m. Saturday night.

Gymnastics: The Lightning Gymnasts will compete in the 3AA Section Championships at Eagan High School on Friday, February 17th. The competition will begin at 5:30 p.m. Individuals and teams who advance to the State Tournament will compete at Roy Wilkins on February 24-25.

Wrestling: The Eastview Wrestling Team will wrap-up the regular season this week and enter the Section 2AAA Tournament. The Team Tournament is Friday, February 17th at Apple Valley starting at 4:00. The Individual Tournament will be held Saturday, February 25th at Lakeville North High School. All Individual and Team State Qualifiers will participate in the State Tourney at Xcel Center March 2-4.

Swim and Dive: The Boys Swim and Dive Regular Season regular season wraps up Tuesday night vs. Lakeville North at 6:00 at Falcon Ridge. Their Section Swim Prelims will be held February 22nd at Bluewater Aquatic in Apple Valley. The Diving Competition is February 23rd at Dakota Hills Middle School and then Swim Finals are back at Bluewater on February 24th. Individuals and Relays that qualify for the State Meet will compete at the U of M March 2-4.

Boys Hockey: The boys still have two weeks left in the regular season and play again Tuesday night at Rosemount. Their playoffs are scheduled for February 21st at High Seed, Feb. 24 at Braemar Arena and the Section Championship Game is Wednesday, March 1st at Braemar Arena in Edina at 7:00. Teams who qualify will participate in the State Tournament at Xcel Center March 9-11.

Girls Basketball: The girls still have three weeks left in the regular season and travel to Eagan on Tuesday night. Their playoffs are scheduled for March 1st, March 4th and Section Championship Game is Thursday, March 9th. All games will be played at the site of the higher seeded team. Teams who qualify will participate in the State Tournament at Williams Arena March 15-18.

CI and PI Hockey: Our Dakota Hawks teams are both off and running with their seasons and have three weeks left of regular season play. They will host a CI/PI doubleheader here at Eastview on February 22nd. Their playoffs are still TBD based on their regular season finish. Their State Tournament, if they should qualify, will be held March 17-18 at Bloomington Jefferson.

Boys Basketball: The boys still have four weeks left in the regular season and will host Eagan on Tuesday night. Their playoffs are scheduled for March 7th, March 10th and their Section Championship Game is March 16th all at the site of the higher seeded team. Teams who qualify will participate in the State Tournament at Target Center March 21-25.

Good luck to all of our teams and Go Lightning!

JV SPORTS

Eastview High School Girls Junior Varsity Basketball beat Shakopee High School 51-25

The JV Girls Basketball team defeated Shakopee by a score of 51-25 on Friday night.

9TH GRADE SPORTS

2-4-23 Ninth Grade Individual State WRESTLING Tournament

CONGRATULATIONS to Pierce Lewis who went 4-0 and claimed the 152 Ninth Grade State Championship! Additionally, Aiden Frost went 3-2 and placed SEVENTH at State! Congratulations also to Tommy Schmidt who went 1-2 and Logan Myers who wrestled two tough matches at the Ninth Grade Individual State Tournament. Please congratulate all four wrestlers for their participation in the toughest tournament in the state. The Ninth Grade Grapplers concluded their Ninth Grade season but continue wrestling with their JV counterparts at the South Suburban JV Tournament at Lakeville South High School on Saturday, February 11th – please join all the coaches in congratulating the ninth-grade wrestlers for their outstanding efforts to date!

Is your daughter Interested in playing Girls Golf this spring? Your daughter has an opportunity to improve on or learn how to play this life long sport! We take players at all skill levels. Come to our informational parent/player meeting on Thursday, Feb. 16th at 7:00 pm in the learning commons to learn more about Season Details. Check out our website at: EVGG Website or Email one of the coaches: tamara.k.colucci@districft196.org or alex.currie@district196.org if you want to learn more.

Our captains are hosting captains practices at the cages on Sundays. See the website for details.

The season Starts on March 20th at 3:30 in room C350. 3:30-5:30

Anyone is welcome to join our next booster club meeting: February 13th @ 7:00 in the commons area at Eastview. Contact Booster President, Brad Schafer, bkatschafer@gmail.com for more details.

Eastview Softball: Remaining Captain’s practice dates

(Eastview High School main & south gyms)

2/12: *Cancelled due to it being Super Bowl Sunday*

2/19: 4-6PM

3/5: 4-6PM

NEW: RUGBY

Rugby registration is open for our Girls and Boys high school teams.

Our Varsity Girls are looking to defend their State Championship, and our Varsity Boys are continuing to rebuild after our 2021 State Championship and once again expect to compete at the top.

NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. In rugby, everybody plays, everybody carries the ball, and everybody tackles. Rugby suits all body shapes and sizes, and teaches explosiveness, decision-making, and agility. Rugby is the only spring sport that teaches safe and highly effective tackling to improve HS football player performance and avoid injury. We are an ISD 196 club sport, meaning Varsity players may earn their letter.

Practice begins on March 1st (8:30PM @TCO Dome-Lakeville North) and the season runs through the end of the school year. More information, including registration links, may be found at https://www.eaasports.org/rugby. Interested players are also welcome to reach out to our Eastview Liaison, Physical Education teacher Tifani Sadek.

NEW: BOYS VOLLEYBALL

There is a mandatory meeting on Thursday, Feb. 16 for all boys interested in playing volleyball this spring. You can choose between two meeting times:

1. 7:05-7:30 am, room C250
   OR
2. 2:35-3:00 pm, room C250

The meeting will cover registration information, expectations, pre-season open gyms and workouts, and a preview of the season. Contact Coach Ryan Dehnel with questions at Ryan.dehnel@district196.org.

The National Art Honor Society (ART CLUB) will hold their next meeting this Wednesday, Feb 8 after school in room B126. New Members Welcome!! See Mr. G with questions.

Winter online catalog open!

See what we have in store for you and your family. Register early to ensure your spot in class.

Improv: Acting Without a Script (grades 6-9)

Thu | Feb 2 - Mar 2 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | skip Feb 9 | BHMS

How to Build a Computer (grades 5-8)

Wed | Feb 8 & 15 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | $5 | EHS

Hacking Java Games (grades 4-8)

Sat | Feb 25 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | $59 | Live Online

Do it together!

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

Sat | Feb 18 - Mar 18 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | 5 sessions | $229 | Bogart's Entertainment Center

Especially for parents ...

Parent First: How Practicing Self-Care Will Help Heal You and Your Teen With Mental Illness

Thu | Feb 16 & 23 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | 2 sessions | $29 | FRMS

Plan a Winter of fun and learning!

Browse and register now in our interactive catalog. Page through, click on a class you want to learn more about and register. Plan ahead and ensure your spot in class!

We have developed a wide variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Our goal is to engage, enrich and inspire your lifelong learning! The sky's the limit.

Think Spring and Summer!

Mark your calendars to browse and register in our online catalog for spring and summer Wednesday, February 15, beginning at 6:00 a.m. Register early to ensure your spot in class!

District 196 Moving Forward with May 9 Bond Referendum Election: Two-Question Special Election Addresses District’s Facilities and Equipment Needs

District 196 School Board on Monday unanimously approved a resolution calling for a two-question bond referendum election on May 9, 2023, to address the district’s facilities and equipment needs for the next 10 years and beyond.

That was the recommendation of the administration and members of a Facilities and Equipment Steering Committee that conducted a comprehensive review of the district’s facilities and equipment needs over the last year and a half. The committee developed a facilities master plan and recommended the first phase of improvements to address needs in the areas of safety, security and supervision; space for growth, and providing students and families a more consistent experience in facilities across the district.

The proposed improvements were presented as preliminary recommendations at the Nov. 14 School Board meeting. They were then presented for public input during three nights of focus group dialogues in November, and online via a form on the district website. Learn more.

Do you need fee assistance?

Fee assistance is available for District 196 residents. Apply online or call 651-423-7920.

Request an Interpreter / Solicite un intérprete / Badhanka “codso turjumaan”

Eastview High School's announcements are sent out bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays. An announcement archive can be found at www.evhs.district196.org.

Email: Eastview@district196.org
Website: evhs.district196.org
Location: 6200 140th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Phone: 952-431-8900
Facebook: facebook.com/EastviewHighSchool
Twitter: @EVHSLightning