EVHS Bi-Weekly Announcements

Important Dates

• Thursday, December 23 through Sunday, January 2 - No School, Winter Break

At last night's board meeting, the District 196 School Board approved changing December 23rd to a non-student contact day, extending winter break from December 23 to January 2. Thursday, December 23rd is now a non-student contact day.

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 21 from 7:30AM to 1:30PM 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 January 21, 2021. All ages 16+ are welcome to donate.

The EVHS Spanish Department is looking for an EVHS family to host a girl from Spain for the 2022-23 school year. The student has advanced English skills and so no knowledge of the Spanish language is necessary. She is excited to learn about life in the U.S. and share her culture with our community! Please contact Spanish teacher, Liz Perona, for more information. (elizabeth.perona@district196.org). Placement needs to happen soon.

Eastview Performing Arts Department is proud to announce the winter musical, Urinetown!

Winner of three Tony Awards, three Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards and two Obie Awards, Urinetown is a hilarious musical satire of the legal system, capitalism, social irresponsibility, populism, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement, municipal politics and musical theatre itself! Hilariously funny and touchingly honest, Urinetown provides a fresh perspective on one of America's greatest art forms.

Remaining performance dates and times are as follows:

December 16, 17, 18 at 7:00 p.m.

Tickets prices are:

Adults - $9

Seniors (62+) - $7

Students - $5

*Masks are required for all audience members.

Click here to purchase tickets: https://www.vancoevents.com/XME

Eastview Performing Arts Website

DETAILS:

* Bring items to your Period 1 Teacher OR drop them off in the Main Office.

* Items will be stored in the “fishbowls” (aka cluster conference rooms) throughout the week.

* All donations will be delivered to The Open Door Pantry in Eagan. Most Requested Items For Donation.

Other Ways To Give:

* Gift Cards: Gift cards are a great way to donate! Bring them in!

* Socks: FCCLA will collect all donated NEW socks to The Drawer which will distribute them to the local homeless.

FCCLA is collecting socks and underwear to donate to The Drawer out of Rosemount. You can bring items in from December 6th -17th to C139 or drop off at the West Doors with Lynn Hauge. Thermal socks that double as mittens are very much in need right now. For more information on the Drawer go to https://www.thedrawer.org/

Looking for some holiday gift ideas? Look no further than the Eastview School Store. We will be open for in-person shopping on Wednesdays before school from 7:00-7:30am and also during lunch. You can also purchase items through our online store and pick it up at the west security desk during school hours.

https://eastview-school-store.square.site/

The school store is located at the far east end of the commons. Be sure to stop down and check it out.

In an effort to streamline the process for reporting a student absence at Eastview, families may now complete and submit a single online form.

Beginning November 19, our new District 196 Online Absence Notification System will allow families to report an illness or other absence, sign a student out, and alert staff of a late arrival. Once submitted, the system will directly notify your school.

The form may be accessed by clicking here. (See Button Below)

The form is also located on our Eastview website; under Families>Attendance Information, and under Contact, as well as on ALL district websites.

For ESPAÑOL and SOOMAALI language pages, which can be accessed in the top black utility bar of all websites, the form is available on the Attendance and Contact pages.

Please be aware that this new system will replace the steps previously taken to report an absence. During this transition, you may continue to send notes to our attendance office. However, we ask that you begin using the new absence notification system as soon as possible.

The deadline for senior portrait submission for the yearbook is Saturday, January 1, 2022.

Click the link below for information on Senior Portraits, Yearbook Submission instructions and guidelines, and information on purchasing an optional Grad Ad for your senior.

Senior Portraits, Yearbook Submissions, and Grad Ads

The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production. Check out the December 8th episode here.

ORDER - 2021-22 Yearbooks are now for sale! Go to www.yearbookforever.com and purchase yours today!

Students in District 196 will be provided breakfast and lunch at no cost during the 2021-22 school year due to a grant provided by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. All families are still encouraged to complete an Educational Benefits Application, formerly the free and reduced-price meals application. Upon approval, these benefits are extended to Activities/Athletics fees and more. A new application must be submitted each year.

Visit the District 196 Food & Nutrition Services website for more information.

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

Buy your Class of 2022 All-Night Senior Party tickets now! EARLY BIRD SPECIAL until 12/31/2021! All registrations submitted by 12/31 are eligible to be entered into a Target gift card drawing.

Graduating seniors are invited to attend the 2022 All-Night Senior Party, a chemical-free lock-in, which takes place the night of graduation, June 4, 2022 (10:00 pm – 4:00 am) at EVHS. Each year this party is a highlight for the graduating seniors with at least 80% of the class attending. It is the place to be on graduation night!

Tickets are available at the “early bird” rate of $85 until December 31st. Don’t miss out on a chance to win one of five, $20 gift cards if you register by December 31st!!

Click the link below to be directed to the senior party website to purchase tickets and for additional party information.

Click the link below for information on Senior Portraits, Yearbook Submission instructions and guidelines, and information on purchasing a Grad Ad for your senior.

Senior Portraits, Yearbook Submissions, and Grad Ads

*Deadline for submitting your senior photo to the yearbook is JANUARY 1, 2022.

Plan a winter full of fun & learning!

The winter online catalog opens Wednesday, December 8. Register early to ensure your spot in class! Your catalog will be arriving in your mailbox after December 17. Please let us know if you have not received your 2022 winter catalog by emailing your mailing information to communityed@district196.org.

Water Safety Aide (ages 13+)

Do you seek employment as a swim instructor aide? Join us and be qualified to apply for employment at the age of 14. CPR and First Aid training are included.

Mon-Thu | Dec 27-30 | 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $180 | BHMS | QWSA-101

Fewer than 5 spots left!

Lifeguarding plus Waterpark Module Blended Learning (ages 15+)

Become certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding for pools and waterparks, First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Lifeguard. Blended learning combines approximately seven hours of online learning with on-site skill sessions for skill practice and assessment. Online completion is required prior to the first day of the course.

Mon-Wed | Dec 27-29 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |3 sessions | $280 | BHMS | QLGWPBL-103

Bowling League at Bogart’s (adult and child ages 7+)

It’s time to strike up some fun on the lanes this winter. Bowling is a fun and competitive sport for all ages. Weekly session includes three games of bowling against another team, with standings kept for friendly competition. Includes pizza and pop the last week of the session, along with ball, shoes and bumpers if needed.

Location Bogart’s Entertainment Center,
14917 Garrett Ave, Apple Valley

Sat | Jan 8-Feb 5 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | 5 sessions | $209/pair | ABLB-W1

Sat | Feb 12-Mar 12 | 10:00 a.m.-noon | 5 sessions | $209/pair | ABLB-W2

Masks Required on Buses and Inside Schools

State officials have given school districts the responsibility to determine COVID-19 mitigation strategies at the local level this school year. The 2021-22 COVID-19 Operational Plan for Families, Students and Visitors to Schools that was unanimously approved by our School Board on August 26 requires all students, staff and visitors in all District 196 buildings to wear a face mask indoors when the local transmission level is “substantial” or “high” as measured by the CDC transmission matrix. Currently, the transmission level in Dakota County is high, meaning face masks will be required in our schools to start the year, just as they are required to enter a growing number of businesses, government buildings and on all public transportation and airline flights.

Your partnership is critical to the success of our students. We expect students, staff and visitors to comply with the mask requirement, as outlined in Administrative Regulation 708.7, COVID-19 Masks, until the COVID-19 spread in Dakota County drops to the “moderate” level of transmission. Masks help reduce spread and give us the best opportunity to provide consistent in-person education all year. Just like last year, students will have opportunities for mask breaks during the day, such as at lunch or while outside. If parents and guardians are concerned about their child’s ability to safely wear a mask, they should refer back to Administrative Regulation 708.7 COVID-19 Masks.

Our district is committed to doing all we can to ensure students can continue learning in person this school year. This includes HEPA filters in all learning spaces, social distancing, recommending COVID-19 vaccinations for those who are eligible to receive them and requiring masks when the local transmission level is substantial or high.

Review and Update Emergency Information

If you haven’t already done so, please update your family’s information on record with the district by completing the online review in your Infinite Campus Parent portal account. This is the one time each year the district asks parents to complete the review to ensure schools have up-to-date contact information, emergency contacts, student health records and more. It is important for schools to have current information in order to be notified in case of emergency, changes in the school schedule and to receive regular communication from the schools and district.

All District 196 parents and guardians are encouraged to have an Infinite Campus Parent account of their own to stay involved in their child’s education, and to access end-of-term report cards, transcripts, attendance and other important information. Parents who do not have their own Infinite Campus Parent account can request an activation key from the office at their child’s school. For information on setting up an Infinite Campus Parent account and completing the online review, visit the Family Resources page on our district website.

We look forward to partnering with you to make 2021-22 a safe, fun and productive school year for all of our students and families.

Eastview High School's Counseling Office is here to help with lots of information for you and your family. Check back in this space for the most up-to-date counseling news!

Friday, December 3rd Newsletter

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The Eastview Community Foundation awards scholarships to graduating seniors of Eastview High School (as well to students who live within the Eastview boundaries completing high school elsewhere- such as the School of Environmental Studies and home schooled students).

Seniors will receive information on the EVCF scholarships during their social studies classes on Thursday, December 16th.

Financial Aid Virtual Room at Inver Hills Community College, Monday-Friday 10 AM-2 PM.

Get individual help on your FAFSA from a financial aid officer. You do not need to be attending Inver Hills. They will help you get your FAFSA completed for any school. https://www.inverhills.edu/FinancialAid/index.aspx

Dakota County Library

Dakota County Library now has access to free online FAFSA help, via the library’s Help Now service. Users just need a library card to access it—sign up for a library card online.

Every Meal has launched our Winter Meal Program, providing children and families with easier ways to get the food they need. Over 100 locations throughout the Twin Cities now have our meal bags available for free with no qualification requirements. Locations include local libraries, YMCAs, fire stations, faith communities, schools, businesses, and recreation centers. These locations will be distributing meals starting November 19th, 2021 through January 3rd, 2022.

We hope these locations provide additional opportunities for your families to access Every Meal weekend food bags. Check out the winter meal program map to find locations.

Every Wednesday from 2:30-4:30pm

Learning Commons

All students/math levels welcome!

Students should stop by the Counseling Office and get a pass to attend the college/university/military Rep Visit prior to the right visit. These university/college or military visits are small group meetings typically lasting 20-30 minutes. These admission reps are often times the same people that review college applications, so it's a great connection for students.

12/14/2021

11:20am

Army National Guard

12/16/2021

11:20am

Army Reserves

12/20/2021

11:20am

U.S. Navy

Test Date Registration Deadline

February 12, 2022 January 7

April 2, 2022 February 25

June 11, 2022 May 6

July 16, 2022 June 17

Registration and additional information can be found at www.actstudent.org.

SAT Test Registration Deadline

March 12, 2022 February 11

May 7, 2022 April 8

June 4, 2022 May 5

Registration and additional information can be found at www.collegeboard.org.

VARSITY SPORTS

12/11 - Boys Varsity Hockey

The Lightning boys traveled to Farmington on Saturday afternoon for a South Suburban Conference matchup, coming away with a 2-1 victory that raised their record to 4-1 on the season.

The game was fast paced from the opening face-off with few whistles and no penalties by either team in the opening frame. The Lightning were on their toes and carried the play early, taking a 1-0 lead on a deflection by Tanner Kronberg at 5:49. Assists went to Logan Opgrand, who took a shot from the point, and John Kisch. The Tigers stepped up their game halfway through the first by creating a few scoring opportunities with quick neutral zone transitions. Eastview managed seven shots to Farmington’s six for the period and a 1-0 lead.

The Lightning once again came out with energy, carrying the play early in the second. Just two minutes in, Charlie Ortman rocketed a shot off of the right post. That near miss was followed by extended zone time during which Defenseman Ryan Moline and Nick Karam nicely kept the puck in the zone leading to another great chance by Zach Wooten that slide just past the right post. Momentum changed quickly, though as the Tigers renewed their efforts to fly the neutral zone, leading to a two on one and a breakaway in the middle of the period, but Lightning goalie Jay Svaren was up to the task. However, the Tigers scored on a third partial breakaway at 12:58 to tie the game at 1. For the period, the Tigers outshot the Lightning 8-6.

The start of the third brought the first penalty and Lightning power play just 20 seconds in. The Lightning had trouble finding shooting lanes as the Tigers blocked several shots in killing the penalty. Momentum shifted again as the Lightning began to create opportunities halfway into the third. Kisch found Gabe Tritschler at the right dot on a nice cross ice feed halfway through the period. The Tiger net minder stood strong until 16:42 when Tritschler found Jordan Larkee streaking down the right side for the game winner!

For the game, the Lightning outshot the Tigers 24-21 with goalie Jay Svaren having a strong afternoon stopping 20 of 21 shots. The Lightning are now 2-0 in the South Suburban Conference and eager for a big test at Prior Lake on Tuesday evening at 7pm. Super fans needed at the Dakotah! Ice Arena.

12/7: Boys Varsity Hockey

The #20 ranked Eastview Boys Hockey beat Eagan 5-1 Tuesday night at Apple Valley Sports Arena. Eagan opened the scoring with a snipe from the top of the circle just 36 seconds into the game. From there it was a tight game until Cody Domaglaski scored the first of two goals to tie it at one late in the second period on a nice tip shot from Nick Karam, also assisted by Charlie Ortman. Tanner Kronberg gave the Lightning a 2-1 lead on a tip shot of his own from Ben Keefer and John Kisch. The second period ended 2-1 with Eastview pulling the momentum they needed into the 3rd period.

10 minutes into the 3rd period Jordan Larkee made a nice move on the goalie to make it 3-1 Eastview. Kisch and Kronberg each had nice passes to set up the Larkee goal. 12 seconds later the Lightning scored again with a goal by Tyler Cords assisted by Ryan Moline and Domagalski. Domagalski notched his 2nd goal of the game with about four minutes left to put the game away. Jay Svaren was very solid in nets stopping 23 of 24 shots and getting his 3rd win of the season. Eastview travels to Farmington for a conference matchup this Saturday at 3PM.

JV SPORTS

12/11: EV Boys JV Hockey Team Ties the Tigers

The Eastview boys JV hockey team headed south to Farmington on Saturday to face the Farmington Tigers. The Tigers were the first to put the puck in the net with 11:16 left in the first period when Farmington blasted one by Eastview goalie Blake Jensen's left shoulder. Eastview outshot Farmington 9 to 4 in the first, but Farmington defended the net well and the first period ended with the Lightning down 0 to 1.

Eastview came out strong again in the second period and had some excellent opportunities to score. Farmington was assessed a 5 minute major penalty for head contact against forward Luke Wasilowski with 3:37 left in the second. The Lightning moved the puck well during the power play, but ended the period still down 0 to 1. Eastview had twice as many shots on net as Farmington (8 to 4) in the second.

With 1:23 left in the power play at the beginning of the third, hopes were high for a Lightning goal. Unfortunately the Lightning failed to capitalize on the five minute major. Finally, with less than 8 minutes left in the game, Eastview forward Jaymeson Zackery got the egg off the scoreboard on a sweet breakaway goal. The officials credited Louis Rogers with the assist but Zackery gave the nod to Graham Ellingson. At the end of the regulation, the game was tied 1-1 and went into overtime.

After losing Tuesday night’s game to Eagan in OT, the Lightning fought hard during OT and held the Tigers to zero shots. Farmington’s goalie saved Eastview's two shots on goal during OT and ended the night with 29 saves. Eastview's Blake Jensen was strong in the net and helped secure the 1-1 tie with 8 saves. The boys travel to Prior Lake on Tuesday, Dec 14 to face the Lakers at 5:00 pm. Go Lightning!

12/7 - JV Boys Hockey Team Unable to Tame the JV Wildcats from Eagan

The Eastview boys JV hockey team hosted Eagan at the Apple Valley Sports Arena on Tuesday evening, their first home game of the season and their first conference game of the season. The Lightning came out strong in the first period, outshooting Eagan 12 to 6, and built a 2-0 lead. Ethan Hansen #15 got the scoring started with an even strength goal

at 3:03 when he buried a rebound in the slot, the lone assist going to Owen Likubo #13. Billy Downs #23 put the Lightning up 2-0 at 13:55 on the power play, an unassisted goal. The first period ended 2-0 in favor of the Lightning.

Eagan came out strong in the second period, outshooting the Lightning 14 to 7 and scoring twice to tie the game at 2-2. Eagan scored an even strength goal at 1:49 and another even strength goal at 3:28, which was all the scoring in the second period. The second period ended 2-2 with total shots on goal of 20 to 19 in favor of Eagan.

Eagan took the lead at 2:16 of the third period on an even strength goal and then both teams battled hard until the Lightning tied the game with a huge goal at 13:23 of the period. Billy Downs #23 scored his 2nd goal of the game, with assists going to Gavin Churness #38 and Graham Ellingson #22. Regulation play ended in a 3-3 tie, with total shots of 32 to 29 in favor of the Lightning. Unfortunately Eagan intercepted a break out pass just inside the blueline in the Lightning zone and fired a wrist shot just inside the blocker side post of the Lightning goal at 17 seconds of overtime, giving the Wildcats a 4-3 OT win. The Lightning are now 4-2-1 for the season, 0-1 in conference play.

Kaden Goff #1 was solid in net for the Lightning, facing a total of 30 shots, making some great saves in the second period to keep the game tied. The Lightning travel south to Schmitz-Maki Arena in Farmington on Saturday December 11th at 1:00 PM, looking for their first conference win.

9TH GRADE SPORTS

EV Wrestling Invitational 12-3-21

The EV Ninth Grade Grapplers kicked their season off by competing in the EV Invitational on December 3 against multiple tough programs in their first individual tournament of the year. Our boys earned 10 total wins against 12 losses. Jeremiah Poindexter went 2-0 with 2 falls and 8th grader Robert Gerisch went 2-0 with convincing 9-2 and 17-0 major decision wins, with both earning 1st Place. Kye Brouchet, Landon Odegard and 8th-grader Aiden Frost all earned 2nd place with 1-1, 1-1 and 2-1, respectively, records. Dominic Petti and Brock Taylor both wrestled three tough matches and each earned a win. Congratulations to all of the ninth graders for a great first tournament competition!

The Ninth Graders' next competition is Tuesday, December 14 at Eastview High School where they will face Farmington, Rosemount and Apple Valley starting at 4:30 in The Wrestling Room.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL

Get sign up for Intramural Basketball! Signup window closes on Friday, December 17th. Players should attend the team signup meeting after school next week in C350 after school. 9th and 10th graders will choose teams on Wednesday, Dec. 15th in C350. 11th and 12th graders will choose teams on Thursday, Dec. 16th in C350. Please contact Mr. Pat Strey with any questions at patrick.strey@district196.org.

Eastview’s literary magazine Voices, will have its first idea and submissions meeting this year on Tuesday, December 14th at 2:40 in C331! We’re excited to back in the building, and will be putting together a “normal” book at the end of the school year. If you like to write stories, poetry, create artwork or love design – we’re the group for you! All are welcome, and we’d love to see you there. Snacks are part of our meetings! Come for the snacks, stay for the fun..

See you at 2:40 in C331 on Tuesday, December 14th!

There will be a mandatory BPA meeting on Wednesday, December 15th in C239 – Two options 7 – 7:30 am. or 2:35 – 3:00 p.m.

Do to poor ice conditions the Ice Fishing Club will not meet this Tuesday (12/14/21) as planned. Contact Mr. Pueschner at kurt.pueschner@district196.org.

NAHS (National Art Honor Society/ Art Club) meeting this Thursday, December 16 at 2:35 in room B126. New members welcome.

FCCLA members mark your calendars for the following events: Chapter Meeting, December 14th, 6pm in C137, Feed My Starving Children-December 21st, 7pm, Wreaths Across America-December 18th-10:45-Fort Snelling, Drawer Volunteer (4 people)-December 18th-2:20-4:30pm in Rosemount.

STAR Event paperwork is due December 22nd. See Ms. B. for details or attend a STAR Event workshop this week after school.

• Join us on Wednesday, December 8th at 7:20am in C250 for the next Best Buddies meeting.
• On Sunday, December 19th, Best Buddies will be hosting a holiday party! The party is 2-4pm in the A1 cluster. Please bring a $10 gender-neutral gift. See you there!

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
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Twitter: @EVHSLightning