EVHS Weekly Announcements

Upcoming Dates:

January 16 - Last day of Quarter 2

January 17 - No School, Data Analysis Day

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

January 21 - First day of Quarter 3

January 24 - No School, Staff Development

February 7 - 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

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.

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.

Three Person Scramble - sign up 1-3 people - rsvp denisklein13@gmail.com for questions.

Join us for a round of golf and gathering. NON-GOLFERS AND HECKLERS ALSO WELCOME

The night will be filled with food, drinks, prizes, basket raffles, and good ole fashion fun.

To participate, complete the registration below. Non-golfers can simply show up for the event.

Saturday, January 11th

Check in begins @ 6:30 pm

First Swing @ 7:00 pm

X-GOLF

Three Team Scramble

(sign up 1-3 Golfers)

7541 148th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124

$80 /Player/Click on below link

ADULT ONLY EVENT

54 Player max

https://square.link/u/yGQvplgW

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 senior party planning committee meeting is occurring Monday 1/6 at 6:30pm in Room C350 at EVHS. We need more parents to help us get this party planned for our seniors!

Please reach out to Andrea Spessard (612-237-7756) or Trace Ulland (952-240-0594) with any questions prior to or after the meeting.

The Eastview Community Foundation will be awarding over 90 scholarships equaling close to $80,000 to seniors who live in the Eastview attendance area and will be graduating high school in the Spring of 2025. You are strongly encouraged to apply for as many scholarships for which you are eligible!

· Scholarships are funded by EVCF, local businesses, and community members.

· Donors set the criteria for their scholarships.

· Students can apply for multiple scholarships.

· Students must meet the criteria set by the donor to be considered for the scholarship.

· Every EVHS Senior is eligible to apply for the Eastview Puzzle Piece scholarship.

The deadline to apply is Monday, January 20th at 8PM. Late submissions will NOT be accepted.

If required, the Student Aid Report (SAR from FAFSA results) must be submitted by 3:00 pm on Tuesday, January 21st to Molly Wellik in the Counseling Office. Please make sure to include your name and student ID on your Student Aid Report (SAR).

You will find a complete description of all the EVCF scholarships HERE.

To begin your application, click HERE.

If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact the following individuals:

Eastview Community Foundation: maggie.bruecken@evcf.org or trista.ward@evcf.org

Eastview High School Counseling: Molly.Wellik@district196.org, or your Eastview Counselor

Best regards to all applicants!

EVHS Counselors

Attachments:
EVCF student meeting 2025.pdf
EVCF 2025 Scholarship Descriptions.docx 1.pdf

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

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

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.

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.

All Parents are welcome to come to the Booster Club Meeting on January 7th at 7:00 pm in the commons area at Eastview.

EASTVIEW BOYS VARSITY HOCKEY

12/21: Mounds View faced off against Eastview, with #29 Wakefield guarding the net for Eastview.

In the first period, #11 Klinkhammer opened the scoring with an assist from O'Donnell to make it 1-0. Shortly after, #4 Wooten extended the lead to 2-0, with an assist from #18 Powers-Brekke. However, Mounds View fought back, scoring twice in quick succession to tie the game at 2-2.

In the second period, Eastview pulled ahead again when #4 Wooten scored at the beginning of the period with assists from #12 Gillis and another player, making it 3-2. #14 Liam O'Donnell added to the lead with a goal, assisted by #13 Isaac Berberena and #18 Powers-Brekke, bringing the score to 4-2. Mounds View managed to score again, reducing the deficit to 4-3. Eastview responded with #11 Klinkhammer scoring, with assists from #4 Wooten and Dwyer, making it 5-3 at the end of the period.

In the third period, the Mustangs scored to make it 5-4 and then again to tie the game at 5-5.

The final score at the end of regular time was 5-5.

In overtime, Taylor scored the game-winning goal for Eastview with assists from Wooten and Berberena, leading Eastview to a 6-5 victory in OT.

JV BOYS HOCKEY

Before Winter Break, the JV Boys Hockey Team played Lakeville South on December 19th. Eastview got on the board first and didn't stop. Jesse Domagalski got the first goal with an assist from Noah Schapochnicof. Marcus Spratt had an unassisted goal to end the first period 2-0. In the second period, Marcus Spratt got his second goal of the game with an assist from Zach Hyster. Noah Schapochnicof scored with assists from Derrick Zackery and Mason Spray. The third period was scoreless for both teams. Chris Ernster was in net and got the shutout. He blocked 36 shots to give the JV Boys a 4 to 0 victory over the Cougars.

On Saturday, December 21st, the JV team headed North to play Mounds View. The Mustangs got on the board first, but Mason Spray tied it up with an assist from Noah Schapochnicof. Eddie Mich gave the JV team the lead with Noah Schapochnicof and Mason Spray getting the assists. The first period ended with a goal from Roman Nigro assisted by Derrick Zackery. Mounds View started the second period with a goal but Marcus Spratt continued to build Eastview’s lead with a goal and an assist from Zach Hyster. Eddie Mich got his second goal of the game assisted by Mason Spray. Mounds View got a powerplay goal and an additional goal to make the score 5 to 4 at the end of the second period. The JV Boys got 3 unanswered goals in the 3rd period to ensure the win. Eddie Mich got a hat trick with an assist from Zach Hyster. Isaac Povolny scored an unassisted goal and Mason Spray got the final goal of the game with an assist from Isaac Povolny with the final score 8 to 4. Ty Young looked great in the net and faced 21 shots. The Eastview JV Boys will play Holy Angels tonight at 5:15 PM at the Richfield Ice Arena.

EASTVIEW/BURNSVILLE GIRLS HOCKEY

Girls Varsity Hockey

Rosemount vs. Eastview 12/19

Rosemount pulled off a 2-0 victory against the Eastview girls. Beth Bigalke had 38 saves in the game.

Litchfield/Dassel vs. Eastview 12/21

Eastview finished their last game before the break with a 4-3 win over Litchfield/Dassel. Ella Schaeffer had two goals in the game. The other goals were scored by Sari Cords and Maisie Carney. Ellie Patterson had two assists in the game and Maisie Carney had an assist as well.

Girls Junior Varsity Hockey

Rosemount vs. Eastview **12/31

The Junior Varsity game against Rosemount had to be postponed due to sickness within the program but was played on 12/31. The team battled hard in the make-up game, but Rosemount pulled off a 4-1 win. Eastview’s goal was scored by Jenna Nelvin assisted by Mollie Groebner and Mikaela Seiler. Jaden Ruzzi had 54 saves in the game.

Litchfield/Dassel vs. Eastview 12/21

Eastview Junior Varsity lost 2-0 to Litchfield/Dassel in their last game before the break.

9th GRADE WRESTLING

1/2/2024

The Eastview Lightning 9th Grade Wrestling Team competed at home in the Eastview Invite individual tournament on Friday December 6th.

Lightning wrestlers claiming 1st were: Leo Chhang (3-0), Anthony Garbuz (3-0), Jesus Saldivar (3-0), and Peter Babajanov (2-0).

Finishing in 2nd place were: Colton Kuchinski (2-1), Mason McIntyre (2-1), Jonathan Ratts (2-1), and Avnish Ghadge (1-1).

Finishing in 3rd place were: Carl Kjeldsen-Bergquist (1-2), Walt Moser (1-2), Dallas Reyes (1-2), and Jacob Lopez (1-1).

Finishing in 4th place were: Blake Repke and George Rezcallah.

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The Eastview Lightning 9th Grade Wrestling Team competed in a double dual meet event against Park/Cottage Grove and Farmington at Eastview on Tuesday December 10th.

The Lightning were defeated by Park/Cottage Grove by a score of 22-60. Earning wins by fall for the Lightning were Leo Chhang and Avnish Ghadge. Anthony Garbuz won by injury default, and Mason McIntrye won by major decision. Peter Babajanov, Jordan Convey, Colton Kuchinski, Jacob Lopez, and Kennith Tan also competed with valiant effort. Several losses against the Lightning were claimed by forfeit.

The Lightning defeated Farmington by a score of 54-28. Earning wins by fall for the Lightning were Avnish Ghadge, and Jonathan Ratts. Anthony Garbuz earned a win by technical fall. Leo Chhang earned a win by major decision. Carl Kjeldsen-Bergquist, Mason McIntyre, and Kennith Tan also competed with valiant effort.

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The Eastview Lightning 9th Grade Wrestling Team competed at Northfield in the Raider Invite JV individual tournament on Saturday December 14th.

Lightning wrestlers claiming a spot on the podium included:

Leo Chhang (2-1), finishing in 3rd place.

Avnish Ghadge (1-2) finishing in 4th place.

Mason McIntyre (2-1) finishing in 5th place.

Walt Moser (1-3) and Anthony Garbuz (2-2) finishing in 6th place.

Jordan Convey, Jonathan Ratts, and Kennith Tan also competed with valiant effort.

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The Eastview Lightning 9th Grade Wrestling Team competed in a double dual event against Two Rivers and Rosemount at Eastview on, Tuesday December 17th.

The Lightning were defeated by Two Rivers by a score of 19-63. Earning a win by fall for the Lightning was Jonanthan Ratts. Leo Chhang and Mason McIntrye won matches by major decision. Peter Babajanov, Jacob Lopez, and Dallas Reyes, Carl Kjeldsent-Bergquist, Avnish Ghadge, and Anthony Garbuz also competed with valiant effort. Several losses against the Lightning were claimed by forfeit.

The Lightning were defeated by Rosemount by a score of 21-57. Earning wins by fall for the Lightning was Jonanthan Ratts. Avnish Ghadge earned a win by decision. Walt Moser claimed a win by forfeit. Leo Chhang, Carl Kjeldsen-Bergquist, Peter Babajanov, Mason McIntyre, Jordan Convey, and Anthony Garbuz also competed with valiant effort.

The Eastview Lightning 9th Grade Wrestling Team will compete in a double dual event against Hastings and Apple Valley at Farmington on Tuesday January 7th.

The Eastview Lightning 9th Grade Wrestling Team’s current season record stands at 1-3.

Intramural Basketball starts January 6th. Come play basketball with your friends!!! 9/10 grade teams and 11/12 grade teams are 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.

Winter Dance Show

Sunday, January 12 at 7:00pm

Theme: Viral Dance Show

Tickets: $5 general admission

www.vancoevents.com/CVYZ

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

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