
AVHS Family Newsletter: February
February 21, 2025
Important Upcoming Dates at Apple Valley High School
February 21-23, 28- BROADWAY
February 26- District 196 College Fair
March 1 - Trimester Three Parking Pass Available
March 1 & 2 BROADWAY
March 4 - Trimester Two School-wide Late Work Deadline Date
March 5 & 6 - Trimester Two Finals
March 7 - NO SCHOOL Staff Development
March 9- Daylight Savings Begins
March 10- Trimester Three Begins
March 19- District MCA Testing Day
March 24-28 Spring Break- NO SCHOOL
March 31 - Staff Development NO SCHOOL
What You Need to Know for This Week:
Countdown to Finals/End Academic Trimester
This past Wednesday's Eagle Time marked one of the last school-wide deadline days for late work. With only SEVEN days left before finals (March 5 and March 6) time is running out to make sure your student is set up for academic success.
Please check your students' grades! Please log in to CAMPUS THIS WEEKEND to review grades and attendance. Individual assignments can be found in Schoology.
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What’s Eagle Time and How Do Teachers Help Students Succeed?
Discover how Eagle Time supports students in staying on track and reaching their goals!
Finals Schedule: March 5th and 6th
Students will have four finals on March 5th and three finals on March 6th. March 6th the day will begin with makeup exams and test prep.
Day 1 – March 5th
- Period 1 7:40 – 9:10
- Period 3 9:15 – 10:45
- Period 5 and Lunch 10:50-12:55
- A Lunch = 10:50 – 11:20, Class 11:25 – 12:55
- B Lunch = 11:35 – 12:05, Class 10:50 – 11:35, Class 12:10-12:55
- C Lunch = 12:25 – 12:55, Class 10:50 – 12:20
- Period 7 1:00 – 2:30
Day 2 – March 6th
- Test Prep/Makeups 7:40 – 9:10
- Period 2 9:15 – 10:45
- Period 4 and Lunch 10:50-12:55
- A Lunch = 10:50 – 11:20, Class 11:25 – 12:55
- B Lunch = 11:35 – 12:05, Class 10:50 – 11:35, Class 12:10-12:55
- C Lunch = 12:25 – 12:55, Class 10:50 – 12:20
- Period 6 1:00 – 2:30
BROADWAY 2025: Signed, Sealed, Delivered: OPENS TONIGHT!
Broadway 2025: Signed, Sealed, Delivered opens this evening with performances taking place over the next two weekend. This show routinely SELLS OUT so buy your tickets while you can! With over 150 talented students from Apple Valley High School, this spectacular production features an ensemble of dancers, singers, instrumentalists, and technicians, all coming together to celebrate the art of communication.
February 21st 7:00 PM Opening Night
February 22, 28, March 1: 7:00 PM
February 23rd 2:00 PM
March 2nd 2:00 PM
DISTRICT 196 COLLEGE FAIR
Eagan High School is hosting the District 196 College Fair on Wednesday, February 26th from 3:00-4:30 p.m. in the Eagan High School Cafeteria. All Apple Valley High School students and families are welcome and encouraged to attend! Please pre-register for the event at: www.strivefair.com
Visit with representatives from over 100 colleges, universities, community colleges, technical colleges and specialty schools. See promotional poster here.
SENIORS: Common App Scholarships
- The 2025 Common Scholarship application is now available
- Available to ALL seniors
- DUE March. 3rd by 3pm
Class Of 2025: Preparing For Graduation
Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony
May 31, 2025 3:30 PM
Mariucci Arena on the U of M Campus
- Cap and Gowns orders have started, they are no charge but must be ordered by 3/1. Order Cap & Gown Here
- Students who participate in a graduation ceremony will be charged $50 to defray the costs of security, additional staff support, site preparation, equipment rental, printing and postage. Pay the Graduation Fee :ON EDUTRAK
- Parent Volunteers are organizing a Senior Party on the evening of graduation, May 31st Sign Up for the Senior Party
Black History Month 2025
The 2025 Black History Month theme, African Americans and Labor, focuses on the various and profound ways that work and working of all kinds – free and unfree, skilled and unskilled, vocational and voluntary – intersect with the collective experiences of Black people. Explore more in this Black History Month 2025 Newsletter
March 19: District 196 MCA Testing Information
MCA exams assess student progress and align with MN standards. Scores may exempt students from remedial courses in Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. They're also preparatory for ACT/PreACT and relevant for certain job certifications.
Testing Schedule:
10th Grade: Reading exam, 7:40 am.
11th Grade: Math exam, 7:40 am.
9th and 12th Grade: Start at 10:00 am, all seven periods run for 30 minutes each.
Supervised study hall available at 7:40 am for those requiring bus transport.
This is a normal school day with modifications for testing. We appreciate your cooperation and support in helping students prepare.
Athlete of the Week & This Week's Athletic Events
South Suburban Conference Visual Arts
GaoZhong Chang Mixed Media Praying For Perfection
Paige Fortman Raku Resemblance of a Pumpkin
Petra Johnson Digital Art Summer Days
Isaac Kuhn Raku Nature's Golden Gift
Sarayah Newton Graphite Journals, (MERIT AWARD)
Lilah Post Graphite Hodr
Paloma Rubio Perez Graphite Apple's Secret Keeper
Livia Schwartz Acrylic Paint Selkie
Olivia Tainter Raku Overhaulin' (TEACHER CHOICE AWARD)
Piper Trudeau Egg Tempera Paint Poppin' Fresh
Congrats to AVHS Speech & Debate's Showing at Harvard
The Harvard National High School Invitational Forensics Tournament, held in Cambridge each Presidents’ Day Weekend, is one of the largest and most prestigious high school speech and debate tournaments in the country, providing opportunities for students to compete in Policy Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, Public Forum Debate, Student Congress, and a variety of individual and duo speech events. Congrats to the following AVHS students:
DRAMA FINALS
- Hayden Johnson 6th place
ORATORY FINALS
- Theo Pollock 2nd place
- Isra Yasin 3rd place
- Iman Mohamed 4th place
DUO FINALS
- Brandon Vergara Villalobos & Hayden Johnson 5th place
Quarter-finalists(Top 30)
- Maab Mohamed Ali
- Isaiah Craig
Octafinalists (Top 60)
- Hanna Husen
Ms. Brinton and Ms. Gergen chaperoned a group of AVHS students at the Introduce a Girl to Engineering event at Collins Aerospace yesterday. The students had a fantastic experience and represented AVHS STEM learning with pride. Go Eagles! 🦅🔬🚀
Infinite Campus
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EduTrak Connect
District 196 will process transactions for athletics/activities registrations, various school fees and fines, and school store purchases through the EduTrak Connect portal.
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Who to Go To for Help
Technology. Click here for AVHS Tech Help. The AVHS Tech Help page is for parents and students and is for issues with Schoology, Campus, iPads, internet support, and more.
Contacting counselors. Click here to find your student’s counselor. Counselors are available to assist with concerns about scheduling, academic progress, and mental health. Contacting a student's counselor is a good first step if there are concerns about multiple classes and can help coordinate and streamline communication.
Student Schedule. Click here to log in to Campus Portal and see Student Schedules.
Grades. Click here to log in to Schoology and see in-progress grades.
Contacting teachers. Click here for a list of teacher e-mail addresses.
Apple Valley High School
Website: avhs.district196.org
Location: 14450 Hayes Road, Apple Valley, MN, USA
Phone: 952-431-8200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avhsscholar
Twitter: @avhsacademics
Stay Connected and Updated with AVHS
Families can expect to receive updates from us on Fridays through Schoolmessenger. You can also stay connected by accessing our school website and by following us on social media.
Preparing For Weather-Related Schedule Changes
As winter approaches, we may need to adjust school schedules due to weather. Weather-Related Schedule Changes and E-Learning Plan
🚨Please check your Parent Portal to ensure we have your current contact information in the event of a school closing or schedule change due to weather.
Text Message Updates
Texts are delivered via SchoolMessenger, the mass notification service the district uses for phone calls and email messages. Parents must opt-in to receive text messages. Standard message and data rates may apply.
GETTING STARTED
- Text Y to 67587, you will receive a confirmation message stating you are registered to receive SchoolMessenger notifications via text.
For help information, text HELP to 67587.
To opt-out at any time, text STOP to 67587.
*Only SMS numbers listed as Guardians in the Infinite Campus student information system can receive texts.
**If you do not receive a confirmation message of what appears to be an error message, it most likely means that short code texting is not enabled on your wireless plan.
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Commonly Needed Links
District 196 Community Ed Learning & Fun Opportunities
Four Strategies for a Smarter College Search
Mon | Feb 10 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | $15 | Live Online
Karate and Mixed Martial Arts-Kick Boxing (ages 6-adult)
Tue & Thu | Feb 18-Mar 20 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. | 9 sessions | $105 | WV
Additional class dates available!
Allegro Choral Academy (grades 6-9 – Bel Canto)
Thu | Feb 20-May 8 | 6:20-8:00 p.m. | 12 sessions | $155 | EVHS
Eagan Wildcat Football Quarterback Clinic (grades 6-9)
Sun | Feb 23-Mar 16 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | FREE | DHMS
Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)
Mon | Feb 24-Mar 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW
Advantage ACT Prep Course (grades 10-12)
Sat | Mar 1-Apr 12 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | 4 sessions | $180 | FRMS
Sun | Mar 2-Apr 13 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $180 | BHMS
Tue | Mar 11-Apr 8 | 6:00-9:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $180 | RMS
Thu | Mar 13-Apr 10 | 6:00-9:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $180 | DHMS
Online options available as well…visit ce.district196.org for more information.
Old News/Archive
District 196 Triple A Award Nominees
District 196’s four comprehensive high schools have nominated a total of 16 students for 2024-25 leadership awards sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League. Congratulations to AVHS Seniors Sara Luedtke and Luke Klopp. Read more...
Introducing the District 196 chatbot
We’re excited to introduce the Chatbot on the District 196 website, providing instant answers and support anytime, day or night.
This chatbot helps families quickly find answers about school policies, enrollment, transportation, and more, making it easier to stay informed. This tool can also translate conversations into multiple languages, ensuring access to information for all families.
Trimester One Academic Awards
Students who earned a GPA for Trimester One of 3.667 or higher will receive an academic letter award certificate in Advisory.. Students may purchase a chenille AV letter for $5 available in the main office. Congratulations on wonderful academic success.
Course Registrations for 2025-26 Closes Monday, February 3
If you have not already done so, please be sure to visit the AVHS registration website and our 2025-26 Course Registration Guide. The registration window for next year's classes will close on Monday, February 3 at 11:59 pm.
Scholastic Art Award Winners
The winners of this year’s Scholastic Art Awards have been announced and we have a few winners from AVHS! Three pieces by Lilah Post (12) were awarded honorable mentions, Livia Schwartz (12) received an honorable mention for one of her pieces, and Piper Trudeau (12) won a Gold Key award for her egg tempera painting .
Meaningful Minimum: Take This Timely Step!
🚨This week’s action: Ensure your child’s safety by updating your emergency contact information in our student information system. Double-check that anyone authorized to pick up your child is listed as an emergency contact.
The safety and well-being of students, staff, and visitors is top priority. Our district has a dedicated Emergency Response Team and each school has its own Building Emergency Response Team. We use a Standard Response Protocol and Standard Reunification Method from the “I Love U Guys” Foundation. In the event of an emergency, families will receive communication via text, phone and email.
By doing this small but meaningful task, you’re helping us keep your child safe and ensuring a smooth process in case of emergencies. If you can't access your account, submit a request for tech help. Thank you for partnering with us!