EVHS Bi-Weekly Announcements

Upcoming Dates:

February 9 - NO SCHOOL, Staff Development Day

February 19 - NO SCHOOL, Presidents Day

March 25 through 29 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Break

Spring parking permits (quarters 3-4) are sold out. There is free parking available for students in the lot near the tennis courts south of EVHS. (Winner Lot) 😁

PSEO PARKING PERMITS

Students taking three or more PSEO courses during the school day may be able to purchase a parking permit at a discounted rate. Contact Mr. Habeck in student services the first week of Quarter 3 for more information.

The EVHS senior class needs your help! Our next fundraiser for the all-night graduation party will be held the afternoon of March 17th at Bogart’s. The fundraiser includes Bingo, a meat raffle, silent auction and other games. This is where we can use your help.

We are asking all Eastview organizations to help by donating to the silent auction. It could be a basket, a pair of tickets, an experience or gift cards. Some theme ideas to get your creative juices flowing include game night, backyard BBQ, beach/pool party, date night, green thumb and sports enthusiast.

In appreciation for your participation, we are offering a pizza party for the group whose donation raises the most money.

Please drop off your donation including the name of your organization, contact info and retail value of your donation with Maria Brandel in the office by March 1st. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to eastviewseniorparty@gmail.com.

FCCLA is collecting items to make Birthday In A Box Kits for those in need at 360 Communities and Ronald McDonald House to be able to celebrate birthdays. There will be collection boxes at the West Doors, In C139 or you can purchase items on our Amazon store, We will be collecting until March 1st and boxing March 2nd. (https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/MX4631Z4C0UN?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_mWZWgiD6djBAw). Items needed include, box cake mixes, frosting, candles, balloons, cake pans, streamers, etc. Please e-mail Mia Battistone with any questions. Mia.battistone@district196.

The Eastview Community Foundation is preparing to award close to $100,000 in scholarships to Eastview seniors!! They are looking for volunteers to help read scholarship applications from the Class of 2024! Volunteer readers will be trained; reading will take place in mid-February. Anyone who is interested can contact us at scholarships@evcf.org. Parents of current EVHS seniors not eligible.

The Family and Consumer Science Department has opened registration for the EVHS Winter and Spring Playschool for 3-5 year olds.Come play and learn with us! We will have two sessions of Playschool this year. Session One: February 13th-April, 1st and Session Two: April 19th-May 30th. Playschool will run Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:35am-11:15am. Register for one or both sessions here: https://forms.gle/QxTb8zP7yMrfk4Df9

Please e-mail mia Battistone with any questions. mia.battistone@district196.org

The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production. Check out the January 24th episode here.

Eastview's 2023-2024 yearbooks are ordered through Josten's, and start at $90 + tax. You can order your yearbook here: Yearbook Orders

Who: Eastview Softball

What: Eastview Colored Pura Vida Bracelets for sale via Cash, Check or Venmo - $10

When: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM Wednesday, January 31st

Where: Commons by the West Doors

Juniors interested in Developmental Psychology (DP) for your senior year—applications are due Tuesday, January 30th! Follow the link to complete the application: https://forms.gle/JJiDEHnnRG3JY3po9 . See Ms. Dumonceaux in C3, Mr. Oxley in A3 or Mr. Prax in C2 with any questions!

National Honor Society

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 6 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 22, 2024 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

Students can benefit from an opportunity for academic support every Wednesday afternoon from 2:40pm – 4:15pm in the Learning Commons. Students are supported to complete their schoolwork learning in a supervised setting. Faculty and staff are available along with upper-class peer tutors (especially skilled in Mathematics). Students will identify their priorities (“What I Need” or “What’s Important Now”), create a plan for the most efficient use of their time, celebrate their accomplishments, and leave with a plan for continued success. Students do not need to sign up in advance for WIN Time. We do ask that students plan to be there for the start at 2:40pm so they can benefit from the full support. We will keep a log of students and their engagement (arrival/departure time and their focus/work while they are there). For students needing transportation home, activity buses will be available departing at 4:45pm.

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

Hello Class of 2024 Parents and Guardians,

🎟️ The Senior All Night Party planning is well underway! We'll have all of the usual favorites - casino, horse racing, caricatures, air-brushed tattoos, inflatables, karaoke, etc. But we are also adding some cool new entertainment options! A fun kick-off video will reveal the theme and details of the party to the Seniors at their advisory meeting on February 7.

Tickets for the All Night Party are now on sale for $95! Get your senior's ticket today.

Purchase a ticket at this link: 2024 Senior Party (jotform.com)

If finances are a barrier to your student attending the party, please contact Dr. Rob Franchino to request a scholarship. All approved scholarships will be responsible to pay a ticket cost of $45. (This information will be kept confidential). rob.franchino@district196.org

🍀 SAVE THE DATE!

Our bingo fundraiser will be held on Sunday, March 17 from 3-7pm at Bogart's in Apple Valley. This is a super fun event that includes bingo, a silent auction, 50/50 drawing, and other fun activities. All money raised goes directly to funding the senior party (entertainment, food, prize giveaways, etc.). Tickets will go on sale in early February - details will be on our social media sites. This event sells out fast and you won't want to miss it!

🌀 YARD SIGNS AND SENIOR POSTERS

More information will be coming soon on how to order your senior yard sign and senior poster.

🌟 Make sure you follow us on our social media sites for the most up to date information!

Facebook: Facebook

Instagram: EVHS Senior (@evhsseniorparty2024) • Instagram photos and videos

Website: EVHS Senior Party (google.com)

~Eastview Class of 2024 All Night Party planning committee

Graduations ads are full-color, 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 $50.00. We accept ads and ad content through online submission only. Grad Ad submissions are due on February 1, 2024.

Instructions for Ad Submission:

1. It's easy! Create your ad online at: Josten's

2. Choose your ad design and layout.

3. Enter your text and upload your photo.

4. More questions? Call Josten's at 877-767-5217.

The annual Environmental College and Career Fair hosted by the School of Environmental Studies is coming up on Tuesday, February 13th from 6-9PM.

Explore opportunities with 27 colleges and environmental organizations (FULL LIST) sharing insights and guidance. This arena-style fair allows students/families to gather information about institutions and receive valuable college/career advice.

Location: School of Environmental Science | 12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124

No pre-registration required. The event is open to the public.

The Eagan Community Foundation awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors living in Eagan or attending a high school in Eagan. Scholarships are awarded based on criteria determined by the scholarship donor such as academic merit, financial need and other requirements.

2024 Scholarship Descriptions (pdf)

2024 Scholarship Descriptions (Google Sheet)

Click HERE to START your scholarship application!

Deadline: February 23, 2024

For more information, click HERE.

Class of 2024: There are several new local scholarship opportunities highlighted in this week’s Counselor Connection Newsletter. Click HERE to check them out!

Did you know the Counseling Office is on Instagram? Connect with us to find out the latest news and events from the Counseling Office in the New Year!

Three ways to find us:

1. Scan the QR Code to the left

2. Click HERE

3. Go to: @evhscollegeandcareer

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!

Counselor Connections Newsletter: January 30, 2024

Counseling Office Newsletter Archives

All 10th and 11th grade students will have the opportunity to take the Pre-ACT (10th) and ACT (11th) test at Eastview High School on Tuesday, April 23rd. 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.

Students should stop by the Counseling Office and get a pass to attend the college/university/military Rep Visit prior to the right visit. The 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.

2/1/2024

9:30am

Saint John's University (with College of Saint Benedict)

2/6/2024

11:15am

U.S. Navy

2/8/2024

1:40pm

Savannah College of Art and Design

2/8/2024

11:15am

Army National Guard

2/13/2024

1:40pm

Iowa State University

This is a reminder that all high school age students must show their physical student ID card (Schoology/Campus/Photo of ID etc. will NOT be accepted) in order to attend District sporting events. this is a district policy and will continue to be enforced at athletic events. Please have your student ID card with you when attending athletic events.

All athletes interested in playing Baseball this spring should attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 7th in C235. The meeting will take place before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:40pm. Please email Mr. Strey with any questions, patrick.strey@district196.org.

Girls Track & Field Captains practices start this week. Athletes will meet M - TH by the weight room doors at 2:45 from January till the start of Track in March. Get in shape, have fun with teammates and be ready for the Track Season. If you want to participate you must be registered for Winter Weight Room on My Payments Plus.

Captains Practice: Boys Tennis

Location - Lakeville Lifetime

Date: Every Saturday from Jan 6th - March 16th

Time: 5pm - 7pm on all days EXCEPT Jan 20th is 2pm - 4pm

Payment: For each Saturday $6 / person if there is around 40 ppl total, players will pay each time they come to a captains practice

Any questions reach out to Coach Olsen who can connect you with the Boys Tennis Captains

COMPETITION CHEER

Congratulations to our varsity competition cheer team for placing 5th at the state competition this past weekend at Roy Wilkins auditorium. It was the largest division at State with 11 teams competing in the small non tumbling Game Day division. There was only 6.65 pts. difference between 1st place and 5th place. Congratulations again to our varsity competition cheer team. Next up is high school cheer nationals February 9 -12th at Disney World Florida.

BOYS HOCKEY

Lightning Drop Heartbreaker to Lakers, Recover Against Chaska

Eastview’s boys varsity hockey team lost to Prior Lake 2-1 on Saturday, January 27, dropping the Lightning into a second-place tie with the Lakers in the South Suburban Conference at 9-3. On Monday, January 29, the Lightning returned to the win column with a 5-1 victory over Chaska.

The Lightning managed only one goal against the Lakers, a bomb from the right point by Freshman Defenseman Austin Dwyer at 13:31 of the second period. But the Lakers took advantage of a power-play goal late in the second period and scored an even-strength goal late in the third to steal the win.

Things went better for the Lightning in Chaska, where Sophomore Forward Sam Wooten notched a hat trick to lead the scoring. Senior Forwards Zach Wooten and Michael Cherevatsky added goals for Eastview as the Lightning outshot Chaska 49-18. With less than three minutes to go in the game, Senior Forwards Jordan Brothers and Zach Wooten patiently worked the puck around to Sam Wooten, who scored at close range to complete his hat trick and make the final 5-1. Senior Goalie Kaden Goff earned his second win of the season. The Lightning play Mounds View at the Apple Valley Sports Arena on Tuesday, January 30, and return to conference play against Rosemount on Tuesday, February 6.

Lightning Overpower Farmington to Extend Conference Win Streak to Five

Senior Forward Jordan Brothers had the hat trick and Senior Goalie Caden Goff earned his first win of the season as the Eastview boys varsity hockey team beat Farmington 7-1 on Tuesday, January 23. Brothers scored in the first minute of play, skating the puck from the right wall to the left circle where he found a clear shooting lane. Less than a minute later, Senior Forward Billy Downs found Sophomore Forward Sam Wooten with a pass that Wooten netted for a 2-0 lead. Senior Forward Zach Wooten then scored close-in on a pass from Sam Wooten. Eastview went up 4-0 when Brothers scored a power play goal, assisted by the Wooten brothers. In the second period, Zach Wooten scored his second goal of the night on a deft deflection that put the Lightning up 5-0. After Farmington scored its only goal of the night, Brothers scored from close range to complete the hat trick and put Eastview up 6-1. Senior Forward Jaymeson Zachery completed the scoring when he tapped in a rebound off a blast from the point by Senior Defenseman Brayden Kaldenbach. The Lightning continue conference play on Saturday against Prior Lake at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 27 at the Apple Valley Ice Center.

The JV Boys Hockey Team beat Farmington in an exciting game last Tuesday night (1/23). Farmington got on the board first, but Eastview tied it up with an unassisted goal from Cameron Dufault. With 2 minutes left in the 1st period, Liam O’Donnell scored another unassisted goal and Eastview went ahead 2 to 1. Farmington tied it up in the 3rd period to force overtime. Cole Hille got the 3rd unassisted goal with 26 seconds left in overtime to win the game. Ty Young was in net and had 28 saves.

On Saturday, Eastview faced a physical Prior Lake team. The Lakers drew several penalties throughout the game and capitalized on the power plays. Zach Wakefield was in net and faced 49 shots (several of them while Eastview was short-handed). Eastview got the scoring started first with just over a minute left in the 1st period when Cole Hille scored with assists from Jack Slominski and Cal Fritche. Prior Lake scored 3 power play goals to end the 2nd period, 3 to 1. Cal Fritche got Eastview’s 2nd goal of the game in the 3rd period with an assist from Cole Hille. The Lakers then went on to score 4 goals (a combination of full strength and power play goals) leading to Prior Lake’s 2 to 8 win.

On a rare Monday night game, the Boys Hockey Team headed to Chaska to face the Hawks. Chaska got out to a quick lead however, that would be the only time they led. At the start of the 2nd period, Cole Hille scored an unassisted goal to tie up the game. Wesley Schoenwetter scored Eastview’s second goal with assists from Kyle Benolkin and Mason Gillis. Eastview also scored a short-handed goal from Liam O’Donnell. Unfortunately, it was difficult to make out who got the assists on that goal. Chaska scored again to make it 3 to 2 at the end of the 2nd period. In the 3rd period, Liam O'Donnell got his 2nd goal of the night with an assist by Austin Dwyer. The JV Boys won the game with a score of 4 to 2. Due to strong defense, Ty Young faced only 14 shots. The JV Boys also had a strong offensive game with their highest shots on goal (48) of the season. The Boys Hockey Team plays again tonight against Mounds View. Game time for JV is 5pm at the Apple Valley Sports Arena.

Eastview Girls Varsity Hockey

On Saturday, January 20th, the Lightning had another nice win beating Eagan 4-1. Eastview was able to get two power play goals in the first period to take a 2-0 lead. The first goal was scored by Erin Hayward assisted by Sari Cords and Ella Schaefer. The second was scored by Sari Cords assisted by Erin Hayward and Ella Schaefer. The Lightning were able to score two more goals in the second period to go up 4-0. The third goal was scored by Sari Cords assisted by Erin Hayward and Meredith Droege and the final Eastview goal was scored by Brielle Clardy assisted by Ireland Murphy and Brynn Dihel. Eagan was able to put one goal away in the third to round out the scoring. Lila Hanson was strong in net again saving 24 of 25 shots.

Thursday night was Senior night for the Eastview Girls Hockey Team. The team took time to honor their seven seniors who will be greatly missed next season.

Eastview’s seniors include:

Senior Forward Brynn Dihel

Senior Defense Meredith Droege

Senior Defense Ellie Groebner

Senior Goalie Lila Hanson

Senior Forward Erin Hayward

Senior Manager Ava Gross

Senior Manager Sydney Jagow

The Lightning were unable to pull off a win for the seniors losing a close game in overtime to Farmington 2-1. Farmington started the scoring three minutes into the game to take a 1-0 lead but Eastview was able to tie it up 1-1 four minutes later on a power play goal by Ellie Groebner assisted by Jaden Slominski. Both goalies played strong the rest of the game with no goals allowed sending the game to overtime. Unfortunately, overtime did not last long with Farmington scoring 21 seconds in for the 2-1 lead. Lila Hanson made 25 of 27 saves in the game.

Eastview got a win on Saturday, January 27th, beating Prior Lake 3-1. Prior Lake jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first period, but Brynn Dihel was able to score in the second, assisted by Jaden Slominski, to tie it up 1-1 heading into the third. One minute into the third period, Brynn Dihel scored her second goal of the night, assisted by Brielle Clardy, to put the Lightning up 2-1. Sari Cords was able to complete the scoring with an empty net goal, assisted by Ellie Groebner and Lila Hanson. Lila Hanson saved 28 of 29 shots in the game.

The Lightning have their last regular season game this Thursday against Lakeville South at 7pm at Lakeville Hasse Arena and will have their first playoff game on Wednesday, February 7th.

RUGBY

See Mrs. Sadek or Mr. Sadek for more information!

Rugby registration is open for our Girls and Boys high school teams. 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 teaches safe and highly effective tackling, which makes it a perfect off-season sport for HS football players. As a school club sport, Varsity players may earn their letter.

Practice begins on March 2nd, which doubles as our "TRY RUGBY" day for potential new players who want to learn more before signing up. The season runs through the end of the school year. More information, including registration links, may be found at https://www.eaasports.org/rugby.

High School preseason training is set to begin on Saturday, March 2nd at the TCO Dome at Lakeville North. Middle School training begins in early April (to be announced), however 7th and 8th graders are encouraged to attend our pre-season high school training sessions in March.

New players are welcome to attend our first training session on March 2nd before registering.

You can find our schedule and registration links on our website https://www.eaasports.org/rugby and copied below (we will be adding our outdoor dates in April and May soon).

Preseason (March) training dates:
2nd (Sat) 4-6PM - TCO Dome @ Lakeville North
6th (Wed) 6-8PM – West St. Paul Dome
8th (Fri) 9AM-3PM - Day Camp @ West St. Paul Dome
10th (Sun) 6-8PM - TCO Dome @ Lakeville North
13th (Wed) 5:30-7PM - Irish Dome @ Rosemount HS
16th (Sat) 4-6PM - TCO Dome @ Lakeville North
17th (Sun) 6-8PM - TCO Dome @ Lakeville North
20th (Wed) 5:30-7PM - Irish Dome @ Rosemount HS

This weekend, five members of our speech team competed at the 69th Annual Barkley Forum for High Schools at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. This national level speech and debate tournament hosted almost 200 schools from 30 different states and Taiwan. Though our team was small, it was mighty: every single Eastview speaker reached the final round of competition in at least one event, and two individuals reach the final round of two different events.

In Duo Interpretation, Eastview claimed the top two spots in the entire tournament - congratulations to Arkhya Arikkath and Max Espena for being named tournament champions in Duo Interpretation, and to Neal Rajvansh and Monisha Suresh for being named runners-up! Eastview's two Duo entries were tied for first in the final round, with final placement only determined by a close tiebreaker.

In Humorous Interpretation, Eastview again had two entries make the final round - and both of those participants were double-event finalists! Congratulations to Arkhya Arikkath for placing 4th (along with her finals championship in Duo), and to Sahiti Atluri for placing 5th. In Dramatic Interpretation, Sahiti Atluri had her second final round performance, again placing 5th, and Monisha Suresh finished as a quarterfinalist (in addition to her Duo finish).

Congratulations to the entire group representing Eastview Speech in Atlanta! After a few weeks of competition at home, our next national event for traveling speakers will be the Harvard Speech and Debate Tournament in Cambridge, Massachusetts over President's Day Weekend.

Congrats to the Eastview Speech Team on winning first place in team sweepstakes at the Rosemount Luck of the Irish Tournament held on January 27th. Congrats to the following champions in their respective categories:

Cadence Gensmer, Emily Hering, Herawie Kebede, Joann Kariapuram, Jones Kanjirkatte, Megan Burri, Nick Zylstra, Rhea Saarang, Rohan Saarang, and Tess Douma.

Here is a link to all of the results from the weekend: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18Q8EL7VqfFE3lx9AoXArkzm9HnZrHVlkMxK4t-AWY-A/edit?usp=sharing

Are you registering for choir next year and want to go to Greece? All 10th - 12th grade students (and their parents) currently in choir or thinking about joining choir next year are invited to learn more and register for what will be an amazing trip with your choir friends! In addition to the Student Tour (which is open to any student in grades 10-12 next year who is registered for choir), we are offering a Family & Friends Tour. Perhaps you or other family and friends wish to travel to Greece with the choir!

If you missed the informational meeting, don't worry! Information about what is included in the tour, cost and payment deadlines can be directed to info@grandtours.com; they are the tour company that is organizing the trip. You do not need to make a decision as to whether or not your child will participate in the Tour until later this spring. Our hope is that, by having the meeting now, you will have time to think it over and, hopefully, join us for what is sure to be a once in a lifetime experience.

Questions? Email gregory.douma@district196.org.

Calling all singers and dancers! Auditions for BRAVO! are coming soon; be a part of Eastview's performing arts extravaganza!

Audition Dance Workshop

Learn The Dance

Saturday, Jan. 20, 10-11:30AM

EVHS Commons

No experience needed!

Auditions

Monday, Jan. 29 or

Tuesday, Jan 30

EVHS Choir Room

You Don’t Need to Be in Choir

Scan the QR code on the flyer for complete Audition Info.

Who: EVHS Book Club- Everyone is welcome!

What: Easy, low commitment book discussions and the opportunity to explore your passion!

Where: The Eastview Learning Commons (library)

When: Every Wednesday, although this is subject to change

Questions: If you have any questions contact one of our presidents:

820945@apps.district196.org

More information: Follow our instagram @evhs_bookclub for more

updates!

See our September through January Interactive Catalog now!

Just click on a class you want to learn more about and register now to ensure your spot in class. Get inspired, make a plan and enjoy!

Protecting Against Cyber Exploitation (parents and children, grades 6-12)

Educate and empower your child as they navigate the internet. There are dangers online. Develop safety plans before they are needed, including encouraging your child to seek help from trusted adults when they encounter predators before something bad happens, or even after things start to go wrong. Be aware, be prepared and be safe. Presented by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations. Mary Hogan, community relations officer; Jamie Holt, special agent in charge; Mr. Phill, cyber, financial and global trade investigations and national security

Registrations are recommended but not required.

Mon | Jan 22 | 7:00- 8:30 p.m. | Free | RHS

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

by Mike Floersch, District 196 secondary math instructional coach, math teacher at Valley Middle School of Stem, soccer coach at Rosemount High School, a professor for Saint Mary’s University Masters of Education Program, and president and founder of the nonprofit, Support Our Teachers.

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

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