EVHS Weekly Announcements

Upcoming Dates:

December 23 through January 1 - No School, Winter Break

Thursday, January 2 - School resumes

January 17 - No School, Data Analysis Day

January 20 - No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 24 - No School, Staff Development

Missing school can impact your child's success and students who miss more than 10% of school days (just four days each term) are more likely to fall behind academically, struggle with social skills, and drop out of school.

Our goal is to ensure that your child has the best opportunity to do their best. This is an explanation of the outcomes that occur and processes we will follow when students are absent from school.

TYPES OF ABSENCES

• Unexcused: An unexcused absence occurs when a student is absent without school approval.
• If an absence is not reported, it will be deemed “unexcused” after 48 hours.
• Excused: Illness, medical/dental appointments during school hours, and pre-planned absences.
• Absences due to illness are excused for up to 10 days. A doctor’s note is required after 10 absences due to illness.
• Exempt: School-authorized absences detailed in District 196 Attendance Policy.

WHEN YOUR STUDENT NEEDS TO BE ABSENT

You must report all absences:

1. Report all absences online (student ID and birth date required) or call the school’s attendance office, and
2. message cocurricular coaches/advisors to let them know your student will be absent.

Stay on track:

• Check Schoology for homework updates.
• Communicate with teachers and classmates to make up for missed work.

WANT MORE INFORMATION?

• Click here for more details and resources.

The greater Eastview community of parents, family members, and neighbors are invited to donate blood as part of the NHS-sponsored drive on Friday, January 17 from 8:00AM to 1:00PM in Eastview’s South Gym. Donation registration is completely online @ http://www.redcrossblood.org/give/drive/driveSearch.jsp Type “eastview” (our sponsor code), in the search box and the follow the online prompts. See John Kelly in C232 or email at john.kelly@district196.org with questions. Please keep in mind that there is No School on this date as it is a Teacher Workshop. Ages 16+ are welcome to donate.

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

Eastview High School is holding a Virtual Food Drive through Friday, December 20th. We are collecting cash, checks (made out to 360 Communities) and gift cards.

The cash and checks will go to local food shelves so they can buy in bulk and also buy fresh fruit, veggies, dairy and bread products without fear of them spoiling. We want to help support the 30,000+ people in Dakota County who are food insecure and rely on our local food shelves!

The gift cards (from Cub, Target, Walmart, Hy-Vee, gas stations and local restaurants like Culvers, Subway, Jimmy Johns, etc.) will help us support our EVHS students and families meet weekend food needs and transportation costs.

Students can bring donations to Advisory or to Ms. Hanson in Student Services by 5th hour on Friday. Our goal is to raise $5000 for our community!

The need in our community is great…but our generosity and collective power to make a difference can be even greater! Let’s come together and do our part to help our neighbors in need. #letsgive #virtualfooddrive

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

District 196 offers an optional Protection Plan to families for $20 per iPad to cover the cost of potential theft or accidental damage throughout the school year. The plan is free for families who qualify for the Educational Benefits Program so it is highly recommended to first apply online for that program in order to have the discount applied when purchasing the protection plan.

Students or families without the protection plan will be responsible for costs associated with loss of or damage to a school-issued iPad. Details about the iPad protection plan and a link to the support page for EduTrak Connect can be found here.

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.

After School Expectations

• Supervision Required:

If staying after school, students must be with an Eastview staff member.

• If waiting to participate in an activity:

Check in with the after school supervisor and sit at the C1 tables.

• If waiting for transportation or an event to start:

Wait in the west door vestibule or outside.

• Leave Building:

All other students must leave by 2:45pm.

Activity Bus Information

• Available: For students in after school activities.
• Bus Departure: Leaves at 4:45pm.
• Pass Required: Request pass from Mr. Arrale or Ms. Kulyas.

Are you looking for some new Eastview apparel? Look no further than the Eastview School Store. Our online store is open and ready to take your order. We have a variety of apparel items that can be ordered online at https://eastview-school-store.square.site/ and picked up at Eastview’s west security desk between the hours of 7:30 and 3:30. You will receive an email when your order is ready for pick up. Usually within 24-48 hours. The school store is located at the east end of the commons. Please contact Andrea Mohr if you have any questions.

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!

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.

Thursday, December 19th

7:10 AM – 7:30 AM

$10 each – cash or Venmo

Come grab a burger and support Eastview Boys Basketball in January!

Go to Red Robin on Thursday January 9th. Mention that you're there to support Eastview Boys Basketball and 20% of food proceeds will go back to the program! It's a great way to get a warm, hearty meal AND support your home team!

The Escape the Vape Video Challenge, a youth vaping prevention video contest, is back for 2025. Minnesota middle and high school students are invited to create and submit a 30-second public service announcement (PSA) video to educate their peers on the dangers of e-cigarette use, also known as vaping.

Contest submissions are being accepted now through January 2025. Submissions will be entered into a competition for cash prizes for both students and their schools.

More Information: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNMDH/bulletins/3c442ce

Did you miss the Paying For College Meeting? Click here for the VIDEO LINK.

Freshman Seminar

Counselors met with all freshmen during their Social Studies classes on October 15th to share information about credits, counseling resources available to students and families, and how to start high school strong. We will then be meeting with all freshmen one-on-one at some point during Quarter 2. Freshmen were able to sign up for this 1:1 appointment during our seminar day.

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 START

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.

12/17/24

11:15am

Army National Guard

There will be a meeting for all girls interested in playing on the Eastview girls golf team this spring after school on Wednesday, January 8th in Mr. Currie’s Classroom (C236) from 2:30-3:00. Come learn more about the team and winter hitting opportunities. All girls are invited to stay for the weight training session with Rainey from 3:00- 4:00. All are welcome. Contact head coach Tamara Colucci with any questions: tamara.k.colucci@apps.district196.org.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS

The Apple Valley-Eastview gymnastics team brought home varsity and JV victories against Eagan on Tuesday night, with a varsity team score of 135.875 and a JV score of 126.6. Top finishers in the JV competition were Lily Brackin, Olivia Moore, Carly Johnson, Brianna Gootee, Cadence Salo, Nola Parke, Olivia Hansen, Sofia Fornicoia, and Charlotte Paul. Top finishers in the varsity competition were Brianna Gootee, Lauren Heidemann, Maddie Nguyen, Jocelyn Pittman, Olivia Hansen, and Olivia Moore. Congrats to a fantastic 2-0 start to the season!

EASTVIEW BOYS VARSITY HOCKEY

Eastview vs Rosemount 12/16

In the latest matchup, Eastview faced off against Rosemount, with #32 Charlie Scanlon guarding the net for Eastview.

Rosemount took an early lead, scoring to make it 1-0. Eastview's #6 Dwyer managed to tie the game at 1-1 with an assist from Charlie Scanlon. However, Rosemount quickly regained their lead, scoring twice in short succession to end the period at 3-1.

In the second period, the Irish extended their lead early, making it 4-1. They scored again at the end of the period, bringing the score to 5-1.

In the third period, Sam Wooten scored an unassisted goal for Eastview, reducing the deficit to 5-2. Despite their efforts, Eastview couldn't close the gap further.

Final score: Rosemount 5, Eastview 2.

Eastview Varsity Hockey vs Farmington 12/14

The Eastview Varsity Boys Hockey Team went up against Farmington, with Charlie Scanlon #32 guarding the net.

The first period saw no scores, with both teams locked in an intense back and forth. Scanlon made an impressive 6 saves to keep the scoreboard blank at 0-0.

The second period mirrored the first, with neither team able to break through the defenses. The score remained tied at 0-0 heading into the final period.

In the decisive third period, Eastview broke the stalemate when Isaac Berberena #13 scored, assisted by Liam O’Donnell #14. This goal put Eastview ahead 1-0.

Eastview’s defense held strong for the remainder of the game, securing the victory at 1-0. Goalie Scanlon’s solid performance and key saves were crucial in maintaining the lead and sealing the win.

JV BOYS HOCKEY

The JV Boys Hockey Team played Farmington on Saturday. The teams were closely matched in the first period with the score 0 to 0. In the second period, Farmington pulled ahead with 5 unanswered goals. The JV Boys could not find any puck luck to score but kept Farmington scoreless in the third period. Ty Young was in net and faced 38 shots. The game ended 0 to 5 with Farmington taking home the win.

This past Tuesday, the JV Boys played Rosemount. The Irish got on the board in the first period on a powerplay. The Lightning JV team had good chances but couldn’t get the puck in the net. In the second period, Isaac Povolny tied it up with an assist from Noah Schapochnicof. Rosemount answered with another powerplay goal. Frankie Setterlund evened the score 2 to 2 with assists from Mason Spray and Derrick Zackery. In the third period, Noah Schapochnicof scored an unassisted goal to save the JV Boys from going into overtime. Zach Wakefield got the win and faced 36 shots. The JV Boys will play Lakeville South tonight at Hasse Arena at 5pm.

Eastview/Burnsville Girls Hockey

Girls Varsity Hockey

Hastings vs. Eastview 12/13:

Eastview lost a tough game to Hastings 3-2 in overtime. Ruby Tasa had her first Varsity goal in the game and the other was tipped in by Jenna Nelvin off of a shot from Maisie Carney. Beth Bigalke had 25 saves in the game.

Farmington vs. Eastview 12/14:

Girls hockey had an exciting finish to their Farmington game coming away with a 4-4 tie. After being down 4-2 late in the game they scored two goals in the final twenty-five seconds to tie it up! Goals in the game were scored by Jaden Slominski, Ella Schaefer, Ellie Patterson, and Sari Cords. Jaden Ruzzi had 45 saves in the game.

Western Wisconsin vs. Eastview 12/17:

The Varsity team pulled off a 5-4 win against Western Wisconsin. Abby Davis had 2 goals in the game and the others were scored by Ireland Murphy, Sari Cords, and Olivia Kane had her first Varsity goal. Beth Bigalke had 37 saves in the game. Sophia Kalin and Addy Farrington also got their first Varsity assists in the game.

Girls Junior Varsity Hockey

Hastings vs. Eastview 12/13:

The Junior Varsity Team had a big 4-1 win against Hastings. Goals in the game were scored by Abby Davis, Olivia Kane, Addy Farrington, and Sophia Kalin. Jaden Ruzzi had 23 saves in the game.

Farmington vs. Eastview 12/14:

Eastview had a thrilling overtime win against Farmington! Olivia Kane scored the overtime winner for a 2-1 victory. Abby Davis scored the other goal for the lightning and Beth Bigalke had 43 saves.

Western Wisconsin vs. Eastview 12/17:

The junior varsity tied Western Wisconsin 5-5. Jaden Ruzzi had 19 saves in the game. Goals were scored by Abby Davis, Olivia Kane, Sophia Kalin, Layla Glassen, and Addy Farrington.

Next Up:

Thursday, December 19th vs Rosemount

5:00 JV/7:00 Varsity Apple Valley Sports Arena

Saturday, December 21st vs. Litchfield/Dassel

12:00 JV/2:00 Varsity Apple Valley Sports Arena

Intramural Basketball starts January 6th . Come play basketball with your friends!!! 9/10 grade teams and 11/12 grade teams looking for players and whole teams. We play one or two nights a week. The championship teams will get to play a game against Staff from Eastview!!!! Sign up on Edutrak… any questions come see Ms. Amy at the west doors.

The varsity Mock Trial team took second place at the South Suburban Conference.

In addition, the following students were awarded Outstanding Witness awards by judges:
Mia Noonan
Momo Lee
Awa Bah
Eli Thooft

And the following students were awarded Outstanding Attorney awards by judges
Simar Means
Aron Admasu

Janet Behailu

Meredith Hansen

Spanish Club will be meeting after school next Thursday, Dec 19 in the 3B cluster area. We will be playing Lotería and will have snacks. All are welcome!

-French Club will have a meeting on Thursday, December 19th in Room B220 from 2:40-3:30 pm. Come make a stained glass inspired keychain in honor of the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris this month. We will also be serving hot chocolate.

One Act Crew will have an informational meeting on Monday, Dec. 16 from 2:30-3:30.

Here is a link to the LIVE Shop Schedule for the One Act Season: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Kj9XWaDAvDQLVOOd_E04a2sNkht3foeFbOSpjWIhrQ8/edit?usp=sharing

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