AVHS Family Newsletter: January

January 24 - 7:30 PM - 10:30 am Conferences/NO SCHOOL

January 24 - 7:00 PM One Act Play

February 3 - Registration closes

February 7 - NO SCHOOL /Staff Development

February 17- NO SCHOOL/Presidents Day

February 18 -NO SCHOOL/ Staff Development

Thank you to all of our parents and guardians who attended winter conferences January 23 & 24.

We encourage you to reach out to your child’s teacher if you were unable to attend the parent-teacher conference. Staying connected with teachers is such a valuable way to stay informed about your child’s progress, strengths, and areas where they may need extra support. Parent involvement plays a key role in helping students succeed and thrive, and we’re here to work together to provide the best experience for your child.

🚨Check your students progress in Infinite Campus

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. Students will have one more opportunity to meet with counselors during Eagle Time on Wednesday, January 29th to ask questions and get one-on-one help.

🚨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!

A Night Under the Stars by Tracy Wells, Non Competition One Act

A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS: The great outdoors…for some this is a place of peace and tranquility and for others it’s…well…a little messy. A Night Under the Stars is a story about people—people looking to get away from it all, people looking to connect…with nature, with one another, and with the undeniable human spirit that overcomes obstacles, no matter what is thrown our way.

Antigone NOW by Melissa Cooper, MSHSL Competition One Act

ANTIGONE NOW: In the midst of a bombed-out city still feeling the aftershocks of war, the rebellious and intense Antigone defies her uncle to bury her disgraced brother. This contemporary response to the myth of Antigone brings powerful, modern prose to an ancient and universal story.

FREE ADMISSION 🎟️

Snack Packs & S'Mores for sale thanks to the AVHS Theater Boosters

Friday, January 24th ** 7:00 PM

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 .

• 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.

Website: avhs.district196.org
Location: 14450 Hayes Road, Apple Valley, MN, USA
Phone: 952-431-8200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avhsscholar
Twitter: @avhsacademics

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.

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.

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.

• AVHS Absence Protocol
• AVHS Cell Phone Policy
• AVHS Daily Bell Schedule
• AVHS Student Services Newsletter
• AVHS & South Suburban Conference Calendar
• Archive/Past Newsletters
• District 196 Educational Benefits Program Information
  

Kung Fu: Beginner, White and Yellow Belt (ages 5-adult)

Mon | Jan 27-Mar 17 | 6:30-7:00 p.m. | 7 sessions | $79 | CP

Safety and Self-Defense (ages 10-15)

Wed | Jan 29 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | $55 | DHMS

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.

Schools will be closed in District 196 tomorrow due to the extreme cold.

There will be no regular classes, and the following are canceled:

• Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE),
• Connections Preschool,
• Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE),
• Transition Plus,
• Adult Basic Education (ABE),
• Community Education daytime and after-school activities,
• Elementary and middle school after-school and evening activities, and
• Evening Adult Basic Education and Early Childhood Family Education classes.

The following will still be held:

• High School activities/events are on as regularly scheduled.
• The School-Age Care (SAC) program will be offered at predetermined locations for families that are already enrolled in SAC.
• Evening adult and youth enrichment classes and facility rentals will be held.

Parents and Guardians please sign up for a conference time with each teacher using PTCFast. Please check your student's schedule on INFINITE CAMPUS .

• SIGN UP FOR CONFERENCES

• Thursday, January 23 4:00 - 7:00 PM
• Friday, January 24 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

• AVHS Eagle Ambassadors are available to greet and help families navigate the building in most home languages.
• We also continue to use the services of two interpreters at the front to support the process of ensuring equitable access for families and staff to partner for the success of our students.
• Need a interpreter for conferences? Please click on the videos below to see how it works!

Senior Titus Scott, a former Southview student, has been hard at work earning his Eagle Scout award. Titus and his team planned, gathered supplies, constructed, painted, and installed a “Buddy Bench” at Southview Elementary. This bench creates a welcoming spot for students looking for a friend and encourages others to extend a friendly invitation to play.

Go Eagles! Go Eagle Scouts! Go, Titus!

Counselors will be hosting a high school and college planning parent night at AVHS on Wednesday, January 22nd from 6:00-8:15 p.m.. There will be multiple sessions that evening, including information on scholarships, college admissions, NCAA and earning college credit in high school.

We hope to see you there!

Apple Valley High School Key Registration Dates 2025-2026

• Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 – Registration Electives Video shown during Advisory
• Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 – Registration General Information Video shown during Advisory
• Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 – Current 11th Grade students begin Pre-Registration activities
• Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 – Current 10th Grade students begin Pre-Registration activities
• Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 – Current 9th Grade students begin Pre-Registration activities
• Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 – 8th Grade Parent/Guardian Night (6:00pm in the Theatre)
• Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 – Counselors go to the middle schools, current 8th Grade students begin Pre-Registration activities
• Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 – Registration window closes at 11:59pm
• AVHS General Registration Video
• AVHS Electives Video

Course registration is essential for helping students meet graduation requirements while exploring college and career-oriented courses. We know that the amount of information and choices can be intimidating, so we have provided numerous resources on our registration website and our 2025-26 Course Registration Guide.

The ACT exam is an important exam for college admission. The ACT exam will be administered this spring on April 15. To help students prepare for the ACT AVHS teacher Cheryl Donely, will present information to all juniors on Monday, January 13 during advisory. This is an important presentation for your student to attend.

AVHS will administer the ACT for all students in Grade 11 on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. This test is offered through ACT’s “State and District Testing” program. This means that all Grade 11 students are automatically registered for the exam and that there is no cost to students for the test. Taking the ACT on April 15 is encouraged but is not required.

We are committed to a successful ACT testing experience for our students. We offer a series of resources and study materials and put them together on a study schedule geared toward April 15. This is a milestone test for our students, and it is fun to come together and connect as a class as we prepare for the test. Here’s what you need to know…

Official ACT Test:

• The ACT Test is given at AVHS on Tuesday, April 15, 2025
• There is no cost and no need to register.

Schoolwide Studying Information:

• We will study together from Jan 13th – April 15th, 2025.
• All juniors need to join the “Class of 2026 ACT Study Schedule & Resources” Schoology group using this code: 5VT4P-H4VK5
• All materials/resources that the students need are in the Schoology group. There are weekly assignments and study suggestions.
• Students will learn what material is on the ACT Test and will be able to practice a series of tests.

After School Help:

• There will be study sessions every Thursday from January 16, 2025, to April 10, 2025 (skipping spring break), from 2:30-3:30 pm in K204.
• Mrs. Donely will help facilitate independent and group study sessions, answer questions, and tutor.

Winter Credit Recovery began this last week, but it is NOT TOO late! Students who did not earn credits in Trimester 1 should plan to attend the Winter Credit Recovery Program, held in person from Jan. 14–Feb. 20 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:45–3:45 PM.

• Students may enroll in ONE course at a time.
• After completing a course, students may sign up for another.
• Note: Not all required courses are available. Please review offerings carefully and select the course you need.

Questions? Contact your counselor or email hodan.bile@district196.org