EHS Newsletter
Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
For Incoming Parents/Guardians and Students in our Freshmen Class
Plan to be at EHS for the Freshmen Class Orientation Evening from 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.- attend one of the sessions, please, on Wednesday, August 26th for all Freshmen parents and guardians and students.
Parent and guardians will receive information on how to have a smooth and successful transition into high school for themselves and their students.
Freshmen student schedules and building maps will be distributed. All 9th graders will be given more information provided by LINK Crew students during this evening. Counselors and Special Education department leadership will be available to answer questions regarding scheduling concerns.
Park in the East Lot near the Gym where we will gather!
When Does School Begin for the 2026-2027School Year?
The students will return to school on Monday, August 31, 2026.
This is the first day of school for all of our students.
First Day of School Start Times:
9th Grade Start Time: 7:40AM
10-12 Grade Start Time: 11:00AM
Please make sure this is on your calendar as we have classes in session for August 31, September 1, 2, and 3. No school on Friday, Sept 4th or Monday September 7th - Labor Day weekend - with school resuming on Tuesday, September 8th. Buses will run at the usual time for 9th graders. Then, buses will do another run for grades 10-12 three hours later than usual times.
2026-2027 Fall Session - Registration Opens 8/31
Session runs: Sept. 23 - Oct. 28, 2026 (6 weeks)
Session Time: 2:45-4:15 on Wednesdays
Students will be in person up to 1 day a week-
Wednesdays - All Subjects
Attendance is required until they finish the course.
THEATRE INTEREST MEETING
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
2:30-3:15 in the Auditorium
All Students interested in participating in our amazing EHS theatre performing arts program are invited to attend the Theatre Interest Meeting on Wednesday, September 2 at 2:30pm in the auditorium.
Each director will be there be talk about their production this year. You will hear about the audition process. Our tech directors for stage craft, costumes and props will also be there to learn how to get involved in our program.
Come meet other theatre students! We need YOU to keep our program AMAZING!
See you there!
EHS Theatre Directors
ATTENDANCE/ABSENCENOTIFICATION
The process for reporting an absence: You will use Infinite Campus access through the parent portal.
This page includes instructions in English, Somali, and Spanish, as well as the Infinite Campus login link for parents:
https://www.district196.org/services/student-absence-request
Infinite Campus Written Documents quick guides:
Online application and payment for the EHS Fall Trimester 2026 Parking Permit began on Monday August 17th at 5 PM for seniors only. The system closed at 4 PM on Monday, August 24th for senior applications.
Application for juniors began on Monday, August 24th at 5 PM and closes Thurs. August 27th at 5pm. All juniors who enter an application for junior permits will be entered into a randomized lottery for the remaining permits. This will take place after August 27th.
Parents and guardians can pay the Parking Tag fee ($80) from the convenience of your computer, via EduTrak. The link for EduTrak can be found at https://district196.cf.edutrakconnect.com/
Once on the website, click on the link that looks like a shopping cart.
Parking permits are awarded on a first come, first serve basis as Seniors have the first week priority. Juniors will have access through the randomized lottery for any remaining permits.
Sophomores are not eligible for parking permits.
Students with parking tickets are ineligible for a permit during the following trimester. All fines and fees owed by a student must be taken care of in order to receive a parking permit.
Parking permits for Fall Trimester 2026 will be distributed in the lower East Entrance on Monday, August 31st to seniors only. Tuesday, September 1st, juniors and seniors will pick up permits before school in the lower east entrance of EHS as well as during all lunches at the entrance to the commons.
School Photos/ID Cards
Students in grades 9, 10 and 11, and any senior new to EHS, will need a photo taken for their new ID cards and the yearbook (except 12th graders) by Lifetouch on Tuesday, September 1st.
Returning seniors will receive a 2026-2027 ID card using their junior year photos. Students in grades 9, 10 and 11 will receive order information for photo packages in PAWS on August 31st.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Picture ID: EVTFHQVVV
Link to preorder pictures.
RETAKES will be October 5, 2026.
RETAKE Picture ID: EVTQV2PTZ
Students are NOT allowed to wear hats or sunglasses in the photos and shoulders must be covered by clothing.
SENIOR PHOTOS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 2, 2026
Yearbook photo for seniors are due no later than MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026. Photo must be submitted directly to Jostens. Click the link or scan the code: https://photos.jostens.com/R7NJ68.
We do not have a ‘list’ of required supplies for our high school students. We do recommend that students “stock up” at back-to-school sales on the following items:
- Spiral notebooks, college ruled, one subject
- Calculators: Students now primarily use DESMOS on their iPad because they are allowed to use DESMOS on AP Tests and the ACT and MCA’s. However, if you wish to purchase a graphing calculator, please purchase a TI-83 or TI-84.
- Ballpoint pens, black & red
- Protractor and compass for Geometry students
- #2 Pencils or mechanical pencils
- Pocket folders. (Many students choose to match colors of notebook & folder to a specific class)
- A stylus for use with the iPad
- External battery for charging iPad as needed during the day is helpful
- Please know that we have free school supplies available in the Counseling Office for our students.
Please ensure that all busing-related questions are directed to the main transportation line:
at 651-423-7685. Monday-Friday 5:30am - 5:30pm
District 196 is once again offering an optional Protection Plan to families for $20 per iPad to cover the cost of potential theft/damage throughout the 26-27 school year. As was the case last year, families that qualify for the Educational Benefits Program can participate for free, so please sign up for the Educational Benefits Program which benefits the district many other ways. Available now, parents can purchase the iPad Protection Plan in EduTrak. Reviewing and acknowledging the Student iPad User Agreement is now part of the annual review process required to be completed the first time families log into Campus Parent.
Road Construction Update: Diffley Road (County Road 30)
Beginning Monday, July 20, Dakota County will begin a road improvement project on Diffley Road (County Road 30) between Interstate 35E and Dodd Road. The project is expected to continue through late August, weather permitting.
Improvements include resurfacing the roadway, replacing the south-side trail, repairing curbs and pedestrian ramps, upgrading sections of the water main, installing new fire hydrants, and repairing storm sewer infrastructure.
During construction, motorists should expect temporary lane closures, flaggers, and significant travel delays. Families are encouraged to allow extra travel time, especially during the start and end of the school day. Access to homes and businesses will remain open throughout the project.
Are you interested in being a member of the nationally award-winning Eagan Wildcat Debate Team? We will be holding a two-day tryout camp for all interested students new to the team. On Wednesday August 26th from 7 - 9 PM and on Thursday August 27th from 6 to 9 PM in Lecture Room C, at Eagan High School, we will meet to introduce the different debate events as well as teach prospective team members how to try out for a spot on the team. This year we are instituting tryouts due to the increasing size of our program. There is no cost to attend the two-day introduction and training for debate. We ask that you sign up for the debate team tryout camp on EduTrak. While there is no cost you will still have to complete the registration by checking out on EduTrak. We look forward to meeting all new prospective debater at our tryout camp.
National Honor Society members are required to complete 12 hours of approved service/volunteer hours each trimester, totaling 36 hours per year. Students are able to accumulate 5 hours of community service over the summer which can count toward their 12 fall trimester hours. Please be aware that these hours must be separate from any required service related to other organizations of which you may be a member.
Follow this LINK for more information on National Honor Society.
Even though there is no charge for breakfast or lunch for students...it is still important that you apply for Educational Benefits if your household qualifies!
Each approved application provides additional funding to programs at EHS. Educational Benefits allows your child to to receive free or reduced fees for athletic programs and field trips.
An approved application also provides:
- Additional funding for all schools
- Additional funds for increased access to technology resources
- Discounted college application fees
- Discounted academic testing fees (ACT, AP, PSAT, SAT)
- Discounted Community Education course fees
A new application must be submitted every year, only one application is needed per household.
Click HERE to apply for Educational Benefits beginning July 15th
Learn more about how this application supports District 196
Questions? Please contact Nutrition@district196.org or call 651-683-6957
Homecoming Week is September 28-October 3, 2026
Theme: Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat
Monday, September 28th
Girls Flag Football in the stadium at 6:30pm
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Dodgeball Tournament at 6:00pm in all gyms
Friday, October 2, 2026
Pepfest in the Gym, 1:40 - 2:25 PM
The Homecoming Football Game:
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:30pm
Homecoming game - Eagan vs. Lakeville South
The Homecoming Dance:
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Homecoming dance - 7:30-10:30pm, EHS East Entrance and Gym
The 2026 Eagan Homecoming Dance is Saturday October 3, 2026 from 7:30 to 10:30pm. All EHS students with a current student ID can attend. Non-EHS guests must be current ISD196 9th thru 12th grade students in good standing at their home school , be pre-registered and approved , arrive with the host student, and present their school ID at check-in.
Semi-Formal attire is required.
