Eagan H S- Weekly Newsletter

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, January 15, 2024.

There will be NO SCHOOL in honor and commemoration of this day.

We hope students and families will participate in programs, activities and service opportunities on this national day honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

NO SCHOOL for students on January 19th.

Data Assessment Day for teachers.

Thursday, January 25 from 6:00-8:30 PM
Friday, January 26 from 7:30-9:30 AM

NO SCHOOL for Students on Friday, January 26, 2024

We will have a map of teacher locations on our website and at the doors.

Please bring a copy of your student's schedule to conferences.

*Schedules can also be printed at the East and South Entrances if you forget.

Interpreters will be provided - please contact Dr. Tara Hedlund 651-683-6918 or tara.hedlund@district196.org to reserve a day and time for this service.

Join me in congratulating the following Eagan High School students who will be representing Eagan High School at the 123rd MSHSL State Debate Tournament at the University of Minnesota on January 12-13, 2024. Click HERE for more information on the tournament.

Policy Debate

Param Thakkar and Tristin Nguyen – Section 3AA Champions

Mia Werden and Karyn Wochnick – Section 3AA Runner-Up

Congressional Debate

Jacob Braginsky – Section 3AA Runner-Up

Saanvi Seth – State Qualifier

Public Forum Debate

Adhitya Balasubramanian and Ashwin Kalyan – State Qualifier

Lincoln Douglas Debate

Peter Klingberg – State Qualifier

The EHS Student Registration Guide is online on the EHS web site: Click Here for Online Registration information.

January 10 – January 25

With parental guidance, students may now register online during this “open window” period of time.

Our intention is to have all of next year’s students at Eagan High School register online. We expect each student, with parental knowledge and guidance, to be able to access the internet and complete the process.

If you have questions, please feel to contact your student’s counselor at 651-683-6921 or send them an email.

Susan Olsen (A-B & AVID) susan.olsen@district196.org

Jolaine Haider (C-Gr) jolaine.haider@district196.org

Kayla Hammond (Gu-Kt) kayla.hammond@district196.org

Michelle Lehmann (Ku-Ne) michelle.lehmann@district196.org

Dave Fritze (Ng-Sh) david.fritze@district196.org

Norah Krohse-Hermon (Si-Z) norah.krohsehermon@district.org

The Eagan Community Foundation scholarship application process will open the evening of January 17th and will close the evening of February 23rd BUT - you can get started on your essay now! Here are the topics you can choose from and a few tips. Every student is encouraged to submit an application!

We expect to have about 110 scholarships totaling over $130,000. Students can learn more about the process and apply here: https://www.eaganfoundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship

Awards are based on a variety of criteria including community involvement, those with military parents, those who have persevered through hardships in life, participation in sports and school activities, academic merit and financial need. Only scholarships that are based on financial need require a copy of the front page of your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA. We know there are FAFSA challenges this year. Remember, this can either be submitted in the application portal or emailed separately anytime by April 1, 2024.

Scholarships are sponsored by a variety of local businesses, school organizations, family foundations and nonprofits. The Foundation’s Scholarship Program has awarded over 2,300 scholarships totaling more than $2 million in the past 31 years.

Applications will be accepted until February 23, 2024. Visit www.eaganfoundation.org for details.

Congratulations to the Eagan HS Triple 'A' Seniors – Arts, Academics and Athletics Award for the Minnesota State HS League. They are Keira Waldrop and Jack Kruger They will represent our high school in the Region 3AA review committee. Each Region will then choose two students to move into the State Awards level.

The Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award, commonly known as the Triple 'A' Award, honors high school seniors throughout the state who have a 3.0 or higher-grade point average and who participate in League-sponsored athletic and fine arts activities.

The EHS Band Department invites you to the following concerts:

Wind Ensemble Concert

Monday -January 22, 2024: 7pm - EHS Auditorium, Free

Carnival Concert

Tuesday -January 23, 2024:

5:30pm Carnival - EHS Commons, Free

7:00pm Concert- EHS Auditorium, Freshmen bands, Free

Our annual Carnival Concert is back! On Tuesday, January 23rd, our Freshmen Bands will be hosting a carnival of musical games for all ages (with prizes!) beginning at 5:30pm, in the EHS Commons.

Following the Carnival, we will be providing a short, fun concert in our auditorium featuring the music of How To Train Your Dragon, The Jungle Book, and more! The event is free and open to “Children of All Ages!"

EHSTF Booster Club Kick-Off Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 17th at 6:30pm

We’ll meet in Lecture Room A (near the main office)

Just like every sports team, from year to year we lose members of our Booster Club and important roles open up that need to be filled. The easy thing to do is say “someone else can do that.” The hard thing to do is consider it thoughtfully and see if these jobs fit your skill set and decide to step forward, if it does, please email: rob.graham@district196.org if you are interested in learning more about any of these roles. Please remember the success of EHSTF is made up of all kinds of individuals stepping up to challenges!

Open Roles:

Vice President

Social Media Coordinator

At-Large

Grade Level Reps

Team Photographers(s)

Rob Graham

Head Coach EHSTF-Girls

Educate and empower your child as they navigate the internet. There are dangers online. Develop safety plans before they are needed, including encouraging your child to seek help from trusted adults when they encounter predators before something bad happens, or even after things start to go wrong. Be aware, be prepared and be safe. Presented by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations. Mary Hogan, community relations officer; Jamie Holt, special agent in charge; Mr. Phill, cyber, financial and global trade investigations and national security

Registrations are recommended but not required.

Mon | Jan 22 | 7:00- 8:30 p.m. | Free | RHS

Growth Mindset: An Explanation, How We Can Use it in Our Schools and the Supporting Role of Parents

by Mike Floersch, District 196 secondary math instructional coach, math teacher at Valley Middle School of Stem, soccer coach at Rosemount High School, a professor for Saint Mary’s University Masters of Education Program, and president and founder of the nonprofit, Support Our Teachers.

Mon | Feb 12 | 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. | Pay What You Can | RHS

SCHOOL MESSENGER QUICK TIP for reporting

District 196 offers an online reporting system through School Messenger Quick Tip.

It allows students to report concerns or problems at anytime and may be anonymous.

All reports are dealt with immediately .

Access is on the website at: https://www.district196.org/quicktip.

Email: EHSNews@district196.org
Website: ehs.district196.org
Location: 4185 Braddock Trail, Eagan, MN, USA
Phone: 651-683-6900