SV Scoop

Email: christine.evans@district196.org
Website: www.district196.org/sv
Location: 1025 Whitney Drive, Apple Valley, MN, USA
Phone: 952-431-8370

If your student will be absent from school, please fill out the survey by clicking on the link:

https://district196.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6xjxif0e0Ot7hLE

March 7 - NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

March 24-28 - NO SCHOOL - Spring Break

March 31 - NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Join us TONIGHT for our fun-filled night of games, activities, and special presentation featuring "The Magic of Reading".

Thursday, March 6 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Featuring "The Magic of Reading" show and other fun games & activities! Puzzles, games, STEM challenges, build-your-own harmonica, art activities, Minute-to-Win It games and MORE!

Free cookies and water

Pizza $2/slice - pre-order and purchase at the door while supplies last.

**Event sponsored by the Southview Title I team**

Believe it or not, it's already time to begin planning for the next school year! A key part of this process is creating balanced class lists that support the success of all students. Our teachers work thoughtfully to place each child in a learning environment where they will thrive.

While we do not take requests for specific teachers, we want to ensure we are aware of any specific needs your child may have. If there are particular considerations; such as a peer your child works well with or a situation where separation from another student may be beneficial, this is your opportunity to provide that input.

Please complete this Parent Input Form by Friday, April 11 to share any important information that may help us in this process. Thank you for your partnership in supporting your child's success!

Link: Student Placement Input Form

If your family will NOT be returning to Southview Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year, please fill out the following survey by clicking on this link: Survey

We have had two “no school days” this year due to weather. If we get to a third day, it would be an E-learning day. We have been sending iPads home periodically for practice. If you prefer that your child’s iPad doesn’t go home, reach out to the teacher and it will be kept safely at school.

If an inclement weather E-learning day occurs:

• Please check Schoology/Seesaw in the morning for instructions from the teacher for the days’ assigned learning activities. Teachers will post assigned learning activities on Schoology/Seesaw by 9:30 AM
• There will be no live/synchronous (Zoom) instruction. Rather, learning activities will be designed for students to complete independently at home. Students will spend about 30 minutes focused on math, 40 minutes focused on literacy, and about 30 minutes for specialist time.
• Teachers can be reached for questions via Seesaw/Schoology message, email or voice mail during normal school-day hours.
• Report an “absence” if your child is unable to participate in E-Learning due to illness or vacation.
• If your child’s iPad is at school, reach out to the teacher for attendance purposes and to tell her what you will be doing that day for learning activities. For example, read 30 minutes, play a game together, practice math for 30 minutes, draw a picture, write a story about the day, follow a recipe together, build with legos, etc.

Please click on the link below to register your incoming kindergarten student for the 2025-2026 school year. Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025 to attend kindergarten.

Kindergarten Registration

Click the down arrow by Step #2 Pre-Register Online.

* Click on the blue button "K-12 Pre-Registration"

Additional information will be sent via email. If you have questions, please call the Southview office at 952-431-8370.

District 196 Early Childhood Family Services is accepting applications for Connections Preschool for the 2025-2026 school year! Apply by March 9 to receive priority processing and be included in the lottery for placement. For information and to apply, visit https://ce.district196.org/early-childhood/connections-preschool.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Connections Preschool Secretary, Marta Miranda Johnson, at Marta.Mirandajohnson@district196.org or 952-388-1977.

Sign-up Link - bring treats to office

Amazon Sign-up Link - ship directly to Southview

This spring we will be offering four classes. Sign up online or on the paper form in your student's March 14 Friday Folder.

Celebrate Spring - Art Class (Gr. K-5): Tuesdays, April 8-May 13 (6 sessions)

Drama Lab (Gr. 1-5): Tuesdays, April 8-29 (4 sessions)

Grand Masters of Chess (Gr. K-5): Wednesdays, April 9- May 14 (6 sessions)

TransitTech (Gr. 2-5): Wednesdays, April 9-May 14 (6 sessions)

Registration link: ce.district196.org

Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 2

Class Confirmations will be sent home Friday, April 4.

Bring your favorite adult and dress in your Hollywood best! Feel like a movie star as you stroll down the red carpet to dance the night away with your favorite stars from popular movies. Capture photo opportunities with characters like Elsa, Superman, Mirabel and more. Enjoy activities, refreshments and DJ. Formal attire is strongly recommended. Event is designed as a special night out with your favorite adult.

For: Parents and children ages 3-11

Where: Falcon Ridge Middle School

When: Saturday, April 26, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $39/pair and $19 per additional guest

Register now through the Community Ed LINK

Summer 2025: CAHOOTS Math and Language Arts Program (grades K-5)

Math and Language Arts in One Book - A Great Value!

Community Education is excited to offer CAHOOTS, a summer correspondence workbook program for students in grades K-5. This program provides a portable, flexible and engaging way to reinforce math and language arts skills, closely aligning with our district curriculum.

How It Works

• Students complete lessons at home at their own pace.
• Answers are checked online, followed by a reflection assignment.
• Students send their reflections to a CAHOOTS Buddy, who responds with encouraging feedback.

Important Details

• Enrollment information will be sent the week of February 24.
• Cost: $45 per student
• Registration deadline: March 31
• Sample workbook pages can be viewed at ce.district196.org/enrichyouth.
• Registration Link

Grade-Level Recommendation

Students should enroll in the grade level they will be entering in the fall of 2025 (i.e. 1st grade = review of kindergarten). If a different level may be more appropriate, please consult your child's teacher.

Give your child the confidence boost they need for the next school year with CAHOOTS!

Note: CAHOOTS is not a replacement for summer school if your child qualifies.

"Summer FIRE"! Fun, Inspiring, Recreation, and Education activities all summer long. FIRE offers students hands-on experience where they can dive into a variety of exciting classes and camps, from arts, drama, fitness, dance, swimming lessons, STEM, nature and everything in-between. It's the perfect chance to explore new interests, build skills, and connect with others in a safe and fun environment.

Online registration for FIRE opens on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 a.m. and spaces fill up quickly, so we encourage families sign up early to secure their spot.

How else can families find out about Community Education programs?

• Information can be found in the District Today email that goes to all families.
• Links can be found on the Summer FIRE registration site (Eleyo) and on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/District196CommunityEducation
• An electronically linked catalog copy will be available Friday, Feb. 7 on our Community Education website.

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status,* disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission,* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.