EVHS Weekly Announcements

Upcoming Dates:

February 7 - No School, Staff Development

February 17 - No School, Presidents Day

February 18 - No School, Staff Development

March 6 - EVHS Family/Teacher Conferences, 5:30-8:30pm, in-person

March 7 - No School, EVHS Family/Teacher Conferences, 7:00-9:00am, Zoom

NHS: Interested in membership to Eastview’s National Honor Society Chapter for 2025-2026?

Current NHS members do not need to reapply.

EVHS Sophomores and 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 12 at 7:15 AM OR 2:35 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 21, 2025 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

Attention current 10th and 11th grade students – travel to Paris and Spain for spring break 2026! Experience the history, culture, and sites of Paris, Madrid, Seville, Cordoba, and Costa del Sol with your friends. The trip is led and chaperoned by experienced Eastview teachers. Click on THIS LINK to learn more and REGISTER today! Space is limited. If you have question, reach out to Dr. Beach via email at todd.beach@district196.org

Families are encouraged to complete an Educational Benefits Application. Your children may qualify! Applications are now open.

While meals are free for all students, all families are highly encouraged to complete an Application for Educational Benefits. Your approved application provides critical funding to our school district. This compensatory aid helps increase funding for teachers, paraprofessionals and social workers to include math and reading support. An approval for educational benefits also allows families to receive discounted Activities/Community Education fees. Learn more about the Educational Benefits Program.

Questions or concerns: ask our Nutrition Services department at Nutrition@district196.org or 651-683-6958.

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

MISSING/WANTED: Zapp

Zapp, the EVHS Mascot, was last seen in public during The FLASH credits on March 9, 2017 (4:32 mark on YouTube). Official history of Zapp and origin story. The original Zapp costume is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. Eastview’s Student Council will be collecting loose change to fund a new ZAPP mascot costume. The cost to replace ZAPP is about $6,000. Bring loose change to Mr. Kelly in C232 or drop in buckets during morning collection at the Student Doors before Period 1. EVERY PENNY COUNTS! See Mr. Kelly (john.kelly@district196.org) in C232 with questions. Go Eastview Lightning!

Juniors interested in taking Developmental Psychology (DP)—There will be an interest meeting to learn more about this course on Wednesday, January 29th at 2:35 and Thursday, January 30th at 7:15 in the A302 classroom. Students can pick up an application for this course in the main office or from their junior social studies teacher. Students can also complete this application online using the following link:https://forms.gle/5NFXqTLwngPYX52y7 or scan the QR code.

Applications are due by the end of the day Friday, January 31st to the main office or to a DP teacher. See Ms. Dumonceaux or Mr. Oxley in the 3A office or Mr. Prax in the 2C office with any questions.

Students can benefit from an opportunity for academic support every Wednesday afternoon from 2:40pm – 4:15pm in the flex room located in the learning commons. Students are supported to complete their schoolwork learning in a supervised setting. In addition students can also utilize the WIN program to make up tests they may have missed. Students can get this approved through their teacher ahead of time and the test will be ready for them to take during WIN. 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.

The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production and the 4Cast is Eastview's bi-weekly student announcements newscast.

Check out the latest of both newscasts here.

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2025 Graduation all night party planning is in full swing. We are also looking for donations to use as prizes for the Bingo fundraiser and monetary donations to use towards the all night party. If you or someone you know owns a small business and would be willing to donate a small basket, we would appreciate the support. If you are interested in donating, please reach out to Michelle at mwatroba2@gmail.com or Leah at lsutherlin1031@gmail.com.

Dakota County Library will be offering FAFSA and MN Dream Act application help at four library locations this winter. This is in partnership with College Possible, who will staff the event and offer one-on-one guidance to students and their families. This is completely free and open to all high school seniors who need to apply for financial aid for college.

Galaxie (Apple Valley) - Saturday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Kaposia (South St. Paul) - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 4:30–7:30 p.m.

Burnhaven (Burnsville) - Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4:30–7:30 p.m.

Wescott (Eagan) - Monday, Feb 24th, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Financial Aid Updates

The Department of Education has changed the FAFSA launch date to December 1. The hope is that the delay allows any glitches to be resolved in advance.

Need help understanding the financial aid options for college? Attend free virtual sessions for high school students and families offered by a collaborative of financial aid experts starting October 1. All sessions will have interpretation in Spanish, Somali and Hmong. Students who attend any of the sessions will be entered into a $1,000 scholarship drawing. For session dates, topics and to register, visit https://bit.ly/RSFAFSA. Contact tpribnow@ecmc.org with any questions.

New scholarship opportunity for EVHS class of 2025!

Wallin Scholarship
Up to $16,000 over four years in financial aid
Due on 1/31/25
Apply @ https://www.wallinpartners.org/apply.html

Minimum eligibility requirements:

• Graduating senior (class of 2025)

• Minimum 3.0 GPA (unweighted)

• Demonstrated financial need (adjusted gross income (AGI) falls between $95,000-$135,000 depending on household size)

Enrolled in Fall 2025 in an accredited, 4-year, public or private (not-for-profit) institution in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, or any Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the nation

COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY, AND MILTARY VISITS

Prior to the university/college visits students should stop by the Counseling Office and get a pass to attend. The university/college visits are small group meetings typically lasting 20/30 minutes. These admission reps are often times the same people that review college applications, it's a great connection for students. Military visits are during the lunch hour in Student Services.

2/13/2025

8:35am

University of Missouri-Columbia

2/13/2025

12:45pm

North Dakota State University

2/14/2025

1:40pm

Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Interested in developing into a better athlete?! Join the Men’s Track and Field Team! Athlete interest meeting February 4th, 2025 in room C250. Two options, 7:00 am or 2:30 pm. Athletes currently in a winter sport should attend the 7:00 am meeting.

All 9th graders interested in playing baseball should attend a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 11th in C235. Options are before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:40pm.

All 10th– 12th graders interested in playing baseball should attend a meeting on Wednesady, Feb. 12th in C235. Options are before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:40pm.

Baseball Open Gym:

Athletes interested in trying out for baseball this spring can attend open gym. Athletes can hit, throw, and workout to prepare for the season. Open gym runs from 8-9:30pm on the following dates:

• Sunday, Jan, 26th
• Sunday, Feb. 16th
• Sunday, Feb. 23rd
• Sunday, March 2nd

ALPINE SKIING

Eastview Alpine Ski Team Varsity Results from South Suburban Conference at Buck Hill on Thursday January 23rd 2025.

Boys Varsity Alpine Ski Team – 4th place – 293 Points

7th Place Finish – Simon Gruman – Junior

9th Place Finish – Owen Schultz - Junior

16th Place Finish – Alex Kier – Junior

22nd Place Finish – Ian Graham – 7th Grade

35th Place Finish – Grady Barnidge – Senior

38th Place Finish – Max Espena - Senior

39th Place Finish – Wes Johnson – 8th Grade

44th Place Finish – Simon Elvrum – Sophomore

52nd Place Finish – Isaiah Markov – Sophomore

57th Place Finish – Myles Barnidge - Freshman

60th Place Finish – Brennan Miller - Sophomore

70th Place Finish – Yuji Suzuya – Junior

Girls Varsity Alpine Ski Team – 5th Place – 80 Points

7th Place Finish – Kinsley Oberding – 7th Grade

31st Place Finish – Emma Graham – Freshman

39th Place Finish – Emma Scott – Freshman

47th Place Finish – Millie Roland – Freshman

• Their final Eastview Alpine Ski Race is Thursday January 30th at 4pm at Buck Hill in Burnsville. Then on Friday January 31st, the team is participating at the Afton Alps Invitational and Tuesday February 4th is the Section 6 Race - all-day at Buck Hill with 20 teams participating.

APPLE VALLEY/EASTVIEW GYMNASTICS

The Apple Valley-Eastview gymnastics team wrapped up their regular conference season on Tuesday, January 28th, falling to Lakeville South with a varsity score of 136.425 and a JV score of 128.2. Top performances in the varsity competition were from junior Lauren Heidemann, who landed 2nd place on bars with a score of 9.0 and tied for 2nd place on beam with a score of 9.225, and junior Brianna Gootee who took 2nd on floor with a score of 9.45. Top performances in the JV competition were from freshman Nola Parke, who took 2nd place on vault with a score of 8.5, junior Carly Johnson who placed 2nd on beam with a score of 8.5 and first in the all around with a score of 32.2, 7th grader Olivia Moore with 3rd on beam with a score of 8.35, junior Abby Alex landed 2nd in the all around with a score of 30.45, and junior Sofia Fornicoia landed 3rd in the all around with a score of 28.7. Way to go, girls! The JV team will now compete at JV conference at Eagan High School on Saturday, February 8th and the varsity team will compete in 3AA sections on Friday, February 14th at Woodbury High School. Good luck!

VARSITY BOYS HOCKEY

Hockey Day MN, 1/22 Eastview faced off against Rosemount on Hockey Day Minnesota, with #32 Scanlon starting in goal for Eastview.

In the first period, Rosemount took an early lead by scoring two goals, ending the period with a 2-0 advantage.

In the second period, Eastview's #4 Wooten scored with assists from #6 Dwyer and #11 Klinkhammer, bringing the score to 2-1. However, Rosemount quickly responded with another goal, making it 3-1. Eastview fought back with #4 Wooten scoring again, this time with assists from Klein and #13 Berberena, reducing the deficit to 3-2.

In the third period, there was a goalie change for Eastview, with #29 Wakefield taking over. Rosemount continued their scoring spree, adding two more goals to make it 5-2. Eastview's #16 Taylor scored with assists from #18 Powers-Brekke and #3 Cole Hille, bringing the score to 5-3. Rosemount sealed the game with an empty net goal, resulting in a final score of 6-3.

Final score: Rosemount 6, Eastview 3.

Eastview Vs Cretin-Derham

In the latest matchup, Cretin-Derham Hall faced off against Eastview, with #32 Scanlon guarding the net for Eastview.

In the first period, Cretin-Derham Hall took a strong lead by scoring three goals, bringing the score to 3-0. Scanlon made 10 saves in an effort to keep Eastview in the game.

In the second period, Cretin-Derham Hall continued their dominance by scoring two more goals, extending their lead to 5-0.

In the third period, Eastview managed to get on the scoreboard with #18 Powers-Brekke scoring, assisted by #11 Klinkhammer and #4 Wooten, making it 5-1. However, Cretin-Derham Hall responded with two more goals, resulting in a final score of 7-1.

Final score: Cretin-Derham Hall 7, Eastview 1.

EASTVIEW/BURNSVILLE GIRLS HOCKEY

Girls Varsity Hockey

Dodge Country vs. Eastview 1/25

The Varsity Girls had an exciting 4-4 tie against Dodge County, the #2 ranked team in Class A. After Dodge County took a quick 2-0 lead, the lightning battled back to tie it up. The first goal was scored by Ella Schaefer assisted by Sari Cords and Ireland Murphy. The second goal was scored unassisted by Brielle Clardy. Eastview went up 3-2 with Layla Glassen scoring her first goal of the season on the power play assisted by Sari Cords. After Dodge County took a 4-3 lead, Ella Schaefer scored the tying goal on another power play assisted by Sari Cords and Abby Davis. Beth Bigalke had 48 saves in the game to help Eastview hold on to the tie.

Eagan Rugby offers competitive programs that participate in the middle school and high school levels, as well as "Dragons" (flag/touch) rugby for grades K-5, drawing from students in and around the Eagan area, including all ISD 196 and 192 schools.

Registration for 2025 Girls High School Rugby is now open.

No experience is necessary! As rugby is developing, every team across the state has many players who have never played before. Rugby has a position to offer for all body styles, large and small, and all skill levels.

Girls High School Rugby is open to high school girls in the city of Eagan and surrounding area. We are a club sport in ISD 192 and ISD 196, meaning Varsity players attending school at Apple Valley, Eagan, Eastview, Farmington, Rosemount and the School of Environmental Sciences may earn their letter. We are also open to athletes from surrounding schools for which we are the closest available team.

Registration runs from Feb 4th through March 24th. March 24th is a hard deadline at noon.

Season Cost is $330 plus the cost of jersey and shooting bag (purchased separately).

Season Dates: March 30th-May 21st

Wednesday is the normal shooting day at 4 p.m. at West End Gun Club unless student is in a conflicting schedule with spring sports or religious reasons. Option for that is Sunday a.m.

Fun shoot is May 28th.(optional but not required).

Minnesota State Shooting Championship June 9-17 2025 in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Eastview will shoot one of dates depending on team size. TBD

Questions? Contact: Head Coach Pete Nichols (651)-492-9246 sirgona1@gmail.com

J-Club will be meeting on Thursday, Feb. 13th for a Trivia Competition about Japan at 2:30 in B320 (the Japanese room). All are welcome.

Congratulations to the Eastview Speech Team for an outstanding weekend at the Barkley Forum for High Schools, held this weekend at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. This is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the country; this year's edition hosted students from 206 schools, coming from 28 different states.

All three Eastview competitors reached elimination rounds at the tournament. Headlining Eastview's showing was Sahiti Atluri, who was named tournament champion in Humorous Interpretation (improving upon last year's 5th place performance). Sahiti also finished as a semifinalist in Program of Oral Interpretation. In addition, the Duo Interpretation team of Maxwell Espena and Nina Galindez finished as semifinalists, narrowly missing advancement to the final round.

Of special note, Eastview High School was announced as a new Chair/Member School of the Barkley Forum. This distinction "is a way of honoring quality performance; schools are considered for membership [only after multiple] years of better than average performance. We've only attended this tournament for three years; this is fun recognition of Eastview's success at the tournament.

Congratulations to our three representatives at the tournament and to their coach, Brady Beckman.

We are excited to congratulate the below FCCLA members who competed in STAR Events at the Mid-Winter competition on January 24th (picture below). All of our Eastview members qualified for the state competition that will be held on March 28-30th (many had a perfect score). They will be competing to attend the National Competition in Florida this summer.

STAR Event

Sports Nutrition

Dulbe, Aleksa

Cortez Hardy

Sports Nutrition

Marcus McKinley

Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation

Birmingham, Aimee

Amy Nguyen

Kendyl Thelen

Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation

Janet Behailu

BezawitTeshome

Mekdelawit Tesfaye

Say Yes to FCS

Himani Mondal

Chapter Service Display

Jonica Willette

Fatimah Yusuf

Chapter Service Portfolio

Naomi Cook

Yusuf Farah

Focus on Children

Avani Marahatta

Fashion Construction

Abby Ward

Fashion Design

Emily Ward

Aabha Katti

Repurpose and Redesign

Emily Ward

Public Policy Advocate

Mekdelawit Tesfaye

Food Innovations

Advika Chaudhari

Kirthana Rajulapati

Event Management

Sarah Yusuf

Event Management

Amira Abdulqadira

Personal Finance

Janhitha Guntimadugu

On January 8th, 17 EVHS students competed in the HOSA Mid-Winter Competition at Anoka Community College along with the rest of the ISD 196 HOSA Team. EVHS student, Sumana Sadineni (the ISD 196 HOSA President), placed first at the competition in Sports Medicine. Please congratulate her if you see her. The students will now move onto the HOSA State Competition in St. Cloud on March 30th – April 1st.

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) is a student led organization for Medical and Healthcare interested students and meets bi-weekly in room B128. EVHS competes with AVHS, EHS and RHS to form the ISD 196 HOSA Team.

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.

The Lightning Boys Volleyball program is hosting some middle school clinics for future Lightning who want to try volleyball, learn the skills, and play some games. Clinics are on Sunday afternoons in January and February. Registration is on the Community Education website HERE.

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