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New: Take the Minnesota Safe Learning Survey

The University of Minnesota and Minnesota Department of Education are inviting students in grades 6-12, families and educators to share their experiences with school over the past year. The Minnesota Safe Learning Survey, which was also administered in February and May 2021, is being given this last time to provide a picture of the landscape in education across Minnesota. Districts will receive local information to compare with statewide data. The survey closes November 24. Take the Minnesota Safe Learning Survey.

EVHS Book Drive

It’s not the typical book drive…we are experiencing a shortage in a number of library and textbook titles that were checked out during distance learning. We need your help! Please encourage your students to check their desks, rooms and under the bed! We know that circumstances did not make it easy to return school books last year. Students can check what books they may be missing with these directions or they may stop by the Learning Commons for a printed report. Middle school books can also be returned to EVHS and we will transfer them back to the appropriate schools. Thank you for your assistance in collecting our resources for other learners.

Credit Recovery Sessions

We will have five 4-week extended day credit recovery sessions this year. See the session dates below.

Use this planning document to help plan for credit recovery this year!

Winter I - 11/22 - 12/17

Winter II - 1/10 - 2/4

Winter III - 2/14 - 3/11

Spring I - 3/28 - 4/22

Spring II - 5/2 - 5/27

The Winter I session begins on Monday, November 22 and ends on Friday, December 17
Each class is worth the equivalent of .75 credit (equal to one quarter course during the school year)
Students are required to attend class on each of the four Mondays of the session (2:45-4:00pm)
More than one absence will result in removal from the course (can start again the next session)
Teachers will provide supported work sessions on Tuesdays/Thursdays
Attendance on Tuesdays/Thursdays will be determined by the teacher based on your progress/grade
Students may attend supported WIN Time sessions on Wednesdays for additional support if needed
Students must engage in all course work and earn at least 60% in order to earn credit

CLASSES OFFERED:

English
Social Studies
Math
Science
Wellness

*Course availability is dependent on enrollment. Students will be notified of dropped courses by Wednesday, November 17. An alternate course may be assigned if original choice is dropped due to insufficient enrollment.

Click here to register your student for the Winter I session!

Eastview School Store Now Open

Need some new Eastview gear? The Eastview Online Apparel Store is now open! You can choose from a wide variety of sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats and mittens with additional new items arriving in the upcoming weeks. All items that are purchased through our online store are usually available for pick within 48 hours at the west door security desk between the hours of 7:40-3:30.

Beginning December 1st, the Eastview School store will also be open for in person visits on Wednesdays from 7:00-7:30 and during lunch. Stop down at the east end of the commons during those times to check out everything we have to offer.

Below is the link to the online store. Be sure to check the website often and order your Eastview spirit wear today!

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

WIN Time on Wednesdays

We have a new opportunity for student academic support on Wednesday afternoons from 2:45pm – 4:15pm in the Learning Commons. Students can come and do schoolwork in a supported, supervised setting. We will have faculty/staff support along with upperclass peer tutors (especially skilled in Math) available each Wednesday.

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 2:45pm so they can benefit from the full support.

Educational Benefits Program (formerly Free and Reduced-Price Meals) Application

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.

Senior Information

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS and OTHER SENIOR INFO

Please make sure you're checking out the College & Scholarship Information section weekly for important senior-related information.

SENIOR PORTRAITS, YEARBOOK SUBMISSION, GRAD ADS

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.

SENIOR STUDENT ID CARDS

Seniors, you can pick up your senior student ID cards at the West Entrance Security Office.

Health & Safety

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.

Reminders for SENIORS and Their Families

Class of 2022 College Process Documents and Instructions

View the presentation from the Senior Parent College Application Planning Night here (many resources linked).

View the Transcript Release Process for Eastview Students & Parents here.

View the Eastview High School Steps to Submit the Common App here.

View the steps to submit College Applications here.

(NOTE: NOT for use with The COMMON APPLICATION. See Common App guidelines sheet instead.)

View the steps to request recommendations from EVHS Staff Members here

Students can find these resources:

Naviance account homepage → Scroll to bottom --> From My School → Pages
Schoology Class of 2022 → Resources→ College Resources

Upcoming Dates to Note

FAFSA COMPLETION WORKSHOP

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 20th, 10:30am-12:30pm

WHERE: Eastview High School - East Computer Lab

Get help on completing your FAFSA. This is a hands-on, supported workshop. Click here for a list of documents needed to apply - bring them along! Although pre-registration is not required, if you are planning to come, please click here to RSVP and let us know.

College Knowledge Month

Minnesota Private Colleges events this Fall/Winter

Minnesota Private Colleges are having a number of events this fall. Check it out if you're interested! Click here for more info!

College Financial Aid information

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available. Please go to www.fafsa.gov to complete this application. Information to assist in completing the application are also available on the FAFSA website. All seniors attending ANY type of post-secondary institution should complete the FAFSA.

New: Upcoming College and University Visits

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.

11/16/2021

11:20am U.S. Air Force

11/18/2021

9:30am Luther College

12:45pm South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

11/19/2021

12:45pm Waldorf University

EVGB Run With The Lightning

Spend the evening with the Eastview Lightning Girls Basketball team!

Who: Girls in Grades K through 6

When: Saturday, November 20th from 5:30-8:30pm

Where: EVHS Main Gym

Cost: $30 per girl ($20 each for each additional daughter in the family)

What: A night in the gym with the team, sandwich and beverage, T-shirt, team photo and schedule, time with friends, a night off for mom and dad

Send in complete form and payment to EVHS Backcourt Club, 6200 140th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124

New: East African Club (EAC) Info Meeting

On Wednesday, Nov 17th, the East African Club is having an informational meeting in C250 at 2:45. All are welcome.

EAC is a group where people can come together to celebrate, embrace and expand their knowledge on East African history and culture. Our goal is to provide social support, and also create a safe place to talk and share personal experiences. We will aim to discuss leadership, social issues, tradition and culture. We welcome all Eastview High School students who are interested in learning more about the history, traditions and customs of East Africa.

New: EVHS Winter Musical - Urinetown

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.

Performance dates and times are as follows:

December 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:00 p.m.

December 12 at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets prices are:

Adults - $9

Seniors (62+) - $7

Students - $5

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Monday, November 15th at 8am. The ticket purchasing link will be posted to the EV performing arts website at that time. Eastview Performing Arts Website

About Eastview High School

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

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