
EVHS Bi-Weekly Announcements
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
March 20 - MCA Testing for Grades 10 & 11 (7:30-10am)
March 20 - Late start for grades 9 and 12 (10am)
March 25 through 29 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Break
April 23 - Pre-ACT/ACT Day - Test day for 10th grade (Pre-ACT) and 11th grade (ACT)
April 23 - At-home learning day for grades 9 and 12
April 23 - Bilingual Seals Test Day
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Performing Arts Community Night Fundraiser, 4/1/24
Mark your calendars for Monday, April 1st! Omni Brewery and Taproom is hosting a Community Night benefiting Eastview Performing Arts (BRAVO!) from 11am - 10pm. They will donate $1 from each pizza and beverage sold all day! Bring your friends and enjoy a night out! OMNI is a great place to gather, play games or cards, catch up with friends, and enjoy some delicious handmade artisanal pizzas!
2024 Golf Coaches Cards
Time to think spring!
The boys’ and girls’ golf coaches of District 196 are happy to make available the 2024 Dakota County Golf Coaches Discount Card as a fundraiser for their programs.
Each card costs $20, and allows the user special golf offers (usually discounted greens fees and discounted range ball baskets) at these 7 local golf courses:
• Cannon Golf Club
• Crystal Lake Golf Course
• Emerald Greens Golf Course
• Heritage Links Golf Course
• Inverwood Golf Course
• The Summit, and
• Valleywood Golf Course
The offers vary slightly from course to course, so please review the attached version of the card.
SAMPLE CARD
To purchase a card, please contact:
• Mark Wanous, EVHS Boys’ Golf Coach, Mark.Wanous@district196.org
• Tamara Colucci, EVHS Girls’ Golf Coach, Tamara.K.Colucci@district196.org
Thanks, and happy golfing!
Lawn & Garden Fertilizer Fundraiser for EVHS Wrestling
The Eastview Wrestling team is currently selling lawn and garden fertilizer. Item #1 is Crab Grass Control (Spring) - $25, Item #2 is Weed & Feed ( Early Summer) - $24, Item #3 is Lawn Fertilizer (Late Summer / Fall) - $23, Item #4 is Garden Fertilizer - $22. Each bag covers 4-5000 Square Feet. Generally, the average size yard will take 2 bags per application. Please contact an Eastview Wrestler or Coach Nick Fornicoia @ nicholas.fornicoia@district196.org to place an order or receive more information. Orders due by April 5th. Products will be delivered to your home beginning April 10th.
EVCF Presents...Dueling Pianos!
A night of spirited music to support the students and schools in the Eastview community; includes live music, huge silent auction, cash raffle and more!
The Eastview Community Foundation is hosting an awesome new live fundraising event! Join us on Saturday, April 20th for EVCF Presents...Dueling Pianos at Bogart's Entertainment Center in Apple Valley! Your $25 ticket includes amazing live music (songs you know and love), a HUGE silent auction, a 50/50 cash raffle and more! Proceeds from the evening will provide direct support to the students and schools in all 13 Eastview area schools! CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets!
Order Your 2023-2024 Yearbook Today!
Looking for Host Families
Interested in hosting an exchange student next year? EVHS Spanish Department is looking for host families. Contact Liz Perona in B321 or email: elizabethperona@gmail.com for more details.
Register for Winter and Spring Playschool
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
New: Check Out the Latest Episode of The Flash
The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production. Check out the March 13 episode here.
STUDENT SECTION
2024-2025 National Honor Society Candidacy Forms - Due 3/22
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
Eastview WIN Time on Wednesday Afternoons in the Learning Commons
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.
Eastview High School and District 196 Text Messages
CLASS OF 2024 SECTION
Attention, Senior Parents and Guardians!
Hello Class of 2024 Parents and Guardians,
🎟️ SENIOR PARTY TICKETS:
🔹Ticket prices go up to $110 on 4/1/24! Buy yours for $95 before 4/1 and be entered for a chance to win a FREE Senior Poster from Cornerstone Copy ($48 value).
🔹Tickets: https://form.jotform.com/233297020904048
🔹Saturday, June 1 from 8:30pm-3:00am
🔹Your ticket gets you everything for the night - casino, horse racing, caricatures, mini golf, laser tag, karaoke, a bull riding inflatable, traveling magician, inflatable obstacle courses, hypnotist show, performance by Trey Green, a coffee bar, food and beverages, chances to win great raffle prizes, and a final opportunity to make lifelong memories with your Class of 2024 classmates!
MARCH TICKET INCENTIVE: Anyone who buys a party ticket in March is entered to win a free Senior Poster through Cornerstone Copy. This is a $50 value! Hurry and get your tickets now before prices go up on 4/1!
🪻PAHL'S FLOWER FUNDRAISER:
*Get your yard ready for graduation while supporting the Senior Party and a local business! Order by 4/19, pick up the flowers at the AV waterpark parking lot on 5/4 3pm-5pm
🔸Online ordering form: https://www.pahls.com/spring-fundraiser/?ref=41
🔸Order deadline is 4/19/24
🔸Order pick-up will be at Eastview HS on Saturday, May 4 from 3-5pm
🔸Huge selection of flowers, herbs, vegetables, soil, etc.
🎁 AMAZON WISH LIST:
🔹https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/1FGRTXXY8K0SP
🔹Another easy way to support the Senior Party and our graduates is to purchase items from our Amazon Wish List. All items will be used as raffles during the Senior Party.
🪧 SENIOR YARD SIGNS:
* SHOW YOUR SENIOR PRIDE! Order your Senior Yard Signs now for $20 - pick up at the AV waterpark parking lot on Sat 5/4 3-5pm. https://form.jotform.com/240767392064057
🧾 SENIOR POSTERS:
🔹Online orders due by 1pm on 5/28/24.
🔹Picture of the poster is an example - there are a ton of templates to choose from.
🔹Posters will be displayed at Eastview during the Senior Party. Posters will be sent home with the graduates at the end of the party (great for displaying at grad parties).
🔹Senior posters are optional. Homemade posters are also accepted (click this flyer for details)!
🌟 VOLUNTEERING:
🔸Interested in volunteering at the Senior Party? Watch for the Signup Genius to be posted soon!
Make sure to follow us on social media for the most up to date info!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EVHSSeniorParty2024
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evhsseniorparty2024/
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/evhsseniorparty2024/home?authuser=0
~Eastview Class of 2024 Senior Party planning committee
COLLEGE & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Counseling Office Newsletter
Counselor Connections Newsletter: March 15, 2024
District 196 ACT TESTING FOR JUNIORS - April 23, 2024
All EVHS juniors will take the ACT on April 23rd. There is no makeup date, so attendance is critical.
Arrival/Testing Times:
- Arrive by 7:20 AM to check into assigned classroom
- Be seated by 7:50 AM
- Testing ends around 12 PM
What to Bring:
- 2 #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils or pens)
- Approved calculator (view here)
- Official photo ID (Student ID or driver's license)
- Snack/beverage (for break only, not during testing)
Not Permitted:
- Cell phones, smartwatches, electronics, backpacks (leave at home/in car)
Why Take the ACT?
- Free for District 196 juniors
- Scores may exempt college placement exams (ex. ACCUPLACER)
- Share scores with colleges/scholarships
- Get personalized career interest inventory
Free Test Prep:
- Naviance Test Prep (access through your Naviance account). Click HERE to access the Naviance Test Prep Quick Guide to get started.
- ACT/Kaplan practice questions and classes. Click HERE to get started.
After Testing:
- Students released, provide own transportation if leaving right after the test
- Bag lunch available (Juniors will complete a form during ACT Pre-Registration in Advisory on 4/10 and 4/17)
- Those staying report to Central Commons for Independent Study
Thank you in advance for your encouragement of your student for this important testing opportunity!
If you have questions, please contact our Testing Coordinator, Suze Fulford (susanne.fulford@district196.org), or ACT Test Administrator, Farrah Jennings (Farrah.Jennings@district196.org).
PreACT for Sophomores: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
All EVHS Sophomore will take the PreACT on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Please note there is no makeup test date offered.
When:
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024
- Arrive ON TIME and be seated in their test room location by 7:50am
- Testing ends around 12pm
Testing Locations:
- Assigned classrooms/seats
- Locations provided before April 23rd
What to Bring:
- 2 #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils/pens)
- Approved calculator (view here)
- Photo ID
- Snack/drink (for 10 min break only, not testing room)
Not Allowed:
- Cell phones, smartwatches, electronics, backpacks (leave at home/in car)
Why Take the PreACT?
- Free practice for the ACT used for college admissions/scholarships
- No pre-registration required
- Scores may exempt college placement exams
- Career interest inventory results
Free Test Prep:
- Naviance Test Prep (access via your account): Click HERE to access the Naviance Test Prep Quick Guide to get started.
After Testing:
- Students released, provide own transportation if leaving right after the test
- Bag lunches available (FORM)
- Those staying at EVHS report to Central Commons for Independent Study
Thank you in advance for your encouragement of your student for this important testing opportunity! Contact our Testing Coordinator, Suze Fulford (susanne.fulford@district196.org), with any questions.
Let's Connect
Follow us Instagram to stay connected to the latest college and career resources and events for students and families.
Instagram: @evhscollegeandcareer
Scholarship Highlight
The BIM Scholarship is open to Minnesota students who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities for the entire upcoming academic year.
Applicants to the BIM Scholarship Program must:
- Be high school seniors, high school graduates or current postsecondary undergraduates residing in Minnesota.
- Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities for the entire upcoming academic year.
- Self-identify as American Indian or Alaska Native, Black, African, or African American, Hispanic or Latino, or Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.
Amount: $5000
For More Information and to Apply: learnmore.scholarsapply.org/bim
Deadline to apply: March 25, 2024 3:00 pm CT
For more scholarships: See this week’s COUNSELOR CONNECTION NEWSLETTER
New: 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. 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.
3/19/2024
11:15am
U.S. Navy
3/21/2024
10:25am
U.S. Marine Corps
ATHLETICS
Attention, Winter Sports Athletes and Parents of Winter Sports Athletes
Attention all Winter Sport Student-Athletes and parents of all Winter sport Student-Athletes: Many of our Winter sports have concluded their seasons or will be wrapping up in the coming weeks. We ask that each student-athlete as well as parent/guardians of student-athletes take the time to fill out their survey:
Student-Athlete Survey: https://forms.gle/FnrZwbbPcqLYDtXU6 and
Parent/Guardian Survey: https://forms.gle/knMfpjzJLBJfJtH86
These anonymous surveys are also available to be filled out anytime throughout the year in the Eastview Athletics Website and provide valuable feedback to our coaching staff and athletic director as a part of the annual reflection process for each coach and program. If you have a specific suggestion or concerns you would like to see addressed it is always recommended that you and/or your student athlete connect directly with the coach for the most immediate and individualized response. Thanks!
The Valley Lacrosse Information
For all families with athletes interested in playing boys lacrosse for The Valley (EVHS/AVHS Co-op) this spring, please join us for a MANDATORY Parent/Player meeting on Wednesday, March 13th at EVHS in C350 at 7:00pm.
Boot Camp training will be at the Dundas Dome on March 11th, 14th, 20th and 21st from 6:00-8:00pm.
Captains Practice will be at True Lacrosse in Edina on March 10th and 17th from 7:00-8:30pm.
Tryouts will be at the TCO Dome in Lakeville on April 1st and 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm
Register on MyPaymentsPlus. You need to be registered in order to participate. Please contact Coach Adam Johnson at ajjohnson2749@gmail.com or Coach Turnar Kist at turnar.kist@district196.org with any questions.
EVHS/EHS Girls Lacrosse
Remaining Captain's Practices:
Wednesday, March 20th 5:30-7:00PM
At Rosemount Dome
Follow Eastview/Eagan Girls High School Lacrosse Facebook Page for more information.
Boys Tennis Players - Parent/Player Meeting and Uniform Info
There is a Parent/Player Zoom meeting on Wednesday, March 20th at 6:00pm. Here is the Zoom Link: ZOOM LINK.
This is a reminder that if you’re interested in playing tennis this spring which actually starts on spring break you need to get your uniform ordered! We have closed the store for the second time and we can reopen it for more people if needed. The longer you wait the chances of getting the uniform on time becomes less likely. Any questions reach out to Coach Olsen at jeffolsen410@gmail.com
Eastview Baseball Information
Freshmen tryouts will be March 12th, 13th, and 14th at 7pm in the Main Gym. The time may change if the weather is nice.
10th-12th graders will start practice on March 11th at 7pm at EVHS for throwing and conditioning.
10th grade tryouts will be on March18th, 19th, and 20th at 7pm in the Main Gym. The time may change if the weather is nice.
Register on MyPaymentsPlus. You need to be registered in order to participate. Please contact Coach Pat Strey with any questions at Patrick.strey@district196.org.
ARTS, ACTIVITIES & CLUBS
New: Congratulations to EVHS Speech - Section Runner-up and 12 State Qualifiers
Our Eastview Speech Team recently competed in the Section 6AA Speech Tournament. The team took home the runner-up team sweepstakes trophy and qualified 12 students to the state tournament. Students who qualified to the State Tournament are as follows:
- Amira Oliver in Drama
- Clare Murray in Extemp Reading
- Monisha Suresh & Neal Rajvansh in Duo
- Sahiti Atluri in Creative Expression
- Tess Douma in Humor
- Ava Violette in Extemp Reading
- Max Huberty in Discussion
- Arkhya Arrikath & Max Espena in Duo
- Kayla Griglak in Prose
- Nick Zylstra in Extemp Speaking
Eastview Book Club - Come Join Us on Wednesdays
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:
More information: Follow our instagram @evhs_bookclub for more
updates!
DISTRICT 196 COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Looking for something to do during Spring Break? Get trained to lifeguard or teach swim lessons! Get a jump on summer and be ready to work at the pool!
Junior Lifeguarding: For 11-14 year olds, understand what it takes to be a lifeguard! See course details.
Lifeguarding plus Waterpark: For ages 15+, earn your Red Cross Lifeguarding certification for pools and water parks! See course details.
Water Safety Aide: For ages 14+, earn valuable skills in preparation of teaching lessons. CPR and First Aid training are included! See course details.
Water Safety Instructor: For ages 16+, participate in training to teach courses all levels of Red Cross swim lessons. See course details.
Other activities you won’t want to miss!
Youth Equestrian Club – Discover the world of riding and caring for horses!
Wed, April 3-24 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Complex
Global Cuisine – Create cuisines from around the world!
Thursday, March 21 6:00-7:00 p.m. Falcon Ridge Middle School
Birthday Bash – Make homemade versions of foods for birthday parties!
Wednesday, April 24 6:00-7:00 p.m. Falcon Ridge Middle School
Virtual Reality Coding - Design, develop and create 3-D virtual reality environments.
Sat, Apr 6-13 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Online
Advantage ACT Prep Course – Improve your test-taking skills and overall test scores on college entrance exams.
Sat, Apr 28-May 19 1:00-4:00 p.m. Black Hawk Middle School
About Eastview High School
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