EVHS Bi-Weekly Announcements

UPCOMING DATES:

January 27- Last Day of Quarter 2

February 10- No School, Data Analysis Day

February 20- No School, Presidents' Day

The City of Apple Valley is planning a Mid-Winter Festival Community Celebration at Johnny Cake Ridge Park West behind Eastview High School on Saturday, February 4th and will be setting up on Friday, February 3rd.

Students who normally park in the lots east of the tennis/pickleball courts will now need to park in front of the aquatic center or the lots along Johnny Cake Ridge road on Friday, February 3rd. Parking in the EVHS lots without a permit will result in a $20 fine for the parking violation.

Contact Mr. Habeck if you have any questions. 952 431-8920

Juniors interested in DP for their senior year social studies course—applications are due on Tuesday, January 31st! Complete this quick Google form: https://forms.gle/Wc89RH62JuS9hvW69 or stop by the main office to get a paper copy. See Ms. Dumonceaux in the C3 office or Mr. Oxley in the A3 office with any questions.

College and career planning to do? Mentor Program information meeting for parents and students of current 10th and 11th graders. This meeting will be on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:30 pm in the Learning Commons. Presentation first with Q & A’s to follow. Meeting to provide assistance with the upcoming registration process.

Current sophomores and current 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 8 at 7:10 AM OR 2:30 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 24, 2023 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

The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production. Check out the January 25th episode here.

Peer tutoring is available on Wednesdays in the Learning Commons after school! Math peer tutors will be available from 2:30-3:30. You can get support for math homework- bring your questions or assignments to work on with a peer tutor and/or small group.

Yearbooks are ordered through Josten's and are $90. Click here to order.

FCCLA members are doing a sustainability STAR event and are collecting plastic bags. They have put a box (Home Depot-decorated) similar to this one in front of the sanitation stations in each cluster office to collect any plastic bags you, your friends or neighbors might be wanting to get rid of.

Thank you for helping with their project. 😊

Avani, Norah, EVHS FCCLA

“Raise the roof!” We are excited to announce a fundraising event for EVHS Boys Basketball. “Tip-off” is January 30, 2023, from 5-8 pm at Red’s Savoy Pizza in Apple Valley (15050 Cedar Avenue, Apple Valley)!

Be our “sixth man” and make sure to mention the EVHS Boys Basketball fundraiser at the register and Savoy will donate 20% of your sale to the EVHS Boys Basketball Team! Great food and fundraising . . . that’s a “slam dunk”!

The Eastview Community Foundation is looking for volunteer readers to help with this year’s senior scholarship application selection process. It takes a lot of volunteers to give away $100,000 to our EVHS seniors! Training will be provided, followed by independent reading and scoring of student essays. Essays will be reviewed from February 5 – February 25. Parents/guardians of seniors from the Class of 2023 are not eligible due to potential conflict of interest. Please click here to sign up or request more information https://forms.gle/WBbDLq6E1CbDhEQv5 by Friday, January 27.

The EVHS Library has an archive of yearbooks which are kept to chronicle our history. In addition, we have also received extra copies over the years that have not been picked up or used for other purposes. It is time to downsize these extra copies. Do you have a grad who didn’t get a yearbook or know a neighbor who would appreciate the memories? You can find a complete list of extra copies available here listed by year. If you would like to request one of these copies, please email evhs.learningcommons@apps.district196.org and we will set the copy aside for you to pick up. Feel free to share the link with anyone who may be interested. All books can be picked up at Eastview High School during school hours.

To order a 2022-23 yearbook, go here: https://evhs.district196.org/families/yearbooks

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

Graduation ads are full-color, optional congratulatory messages to graduating seniors from their families. They include the student's name, a baby picture, and a short message.

Families are given the opportunity to purchase a Senior Graduation Advertisement for $45.00. We accept ads and ad content through online submission only. Grad Ad submissions are due on February 1, 2023.

Click here for more information

Purchase Your Graduation Ad HERE

Everyone is welcome to join us for a fun evening of food, drinks and fashion on Thursday, February 9th from 5-7PM!

This is a private shopping event at Fashion Fruit Boutique in Eagan, 1470 Yankee Doodle Road, Eagan MN 55122 where store Manager and Eastview Senior Parent Melissa Loch, and her staff will help you to pick out the perfect apparel and gifts from their beautiful selection of merchandise.

Valentine's themed snacks and beverages will be provided.

A portion of the proceeds from the day will go to the Eastview Senior Party! Bring your friends for a fun night out that supports a wonderful cause!

RSVP on Facebook encouraged to help us plan refreshments https://fb.me/e/3nHpwljsz

Panera Night for the Class of 2023 Senior Party!

Monday, 2/6 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

at the 15200 Cedar Ave. Apple Valley location only

Use code FUND4U at online checkout, in the Panera app, at the kiosk in-cafe,

or show the flyer for 20% of your sale to count toward our fundraiser!

Graduating seniors are invited to attend the 2023 All-Night Senior Party, a chemical free, lock-in which takes place the night of graduation, Saturday June 3rd, 2023 from 10:00 pm – 4:00am at EVHS.

Each year the All-Night Senior Party is a highlight for the graduating seniors with at least 80% of the class attending. This is an “Everything Included” night of fun! Entertainment, Food, Prizes, Games, Casino, and MORE! It is the place to be on graduation night! On February 8th there will be a party kick-off event during the school day where the theme of the party will be revealed to the senior class! Get your tickets before the kick-off to save money & be entered into prize drawings!

TICKET PRICES:

• $95: Before February 8th, 2023 (Early Bird Special) * **
• $115: Feb 8th to May 26th, 2023 **
• $140: At the Door (Cash and Venmo)
• $45: If you qualify for free/reduced lunch * **

* Tickets entered to win a $50 gift card (2) or the option to name a horse for virtual horse racing (30)

**Tickets entered to win a $50 gift card (2) or a graduation flower bouquet (2)

• Only members of the Eastview High School class of 2023 (including PSEO and SES students) are allowed to attend the party.
• You must present a photo ID at the door to be admitted.
• Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Purchase options:

Venmo / PayPal

Check

Scholarship

The most up to date info is available on our website https://sites.google.com/view/evhs-senior-party/home.

Announce your graduation in style & CELEBRATE YOUR SENIOR YEAR with your official optional graduation announcement... showcasing the specific information regarding the date, time and place of your high school graduation ceremony. Mail these to those who matter most to invite them to your special event.

*Please note: The student’s name does not appear on the announcement. Be sure to order name cards to place in the card cut-out.

Click here for more information.

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, January 27th Counselor Connection Newsletter

Counseling Office Newsletter Archives

The School of Environmental Studies in Apple Valley, Minnesota will be holding their annual Environmental College and Career Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 14 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Over 20 colleges and environmental organization have confirmed participation.

This event is an arena style "fair" in which colleges provide information about their institutions and offer college/career guidance to students. There is no pre-registration and the event is open to the public.

The School of Environmental Studies is located at: 12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124

Questions: Contact Nathan Nelson at: Nathan.nelson@district196.org

On Tuesday, April 4th all 10th and 11th grade students will have the opportunity to take the Pre-ACT (10th) and ACT (11th) test at Eastview High School. Students in 10th and 11th grade will report to school at their regularly scheduled time. Students in grades 9 and 12 will access instruction asynchronously.

*No sign-up will be required. Look for more information to follow in March.

The Eagan Community Foundation scholarship application process IS NOW OPEN and will close the evening of February 24th at 11:59 PM. They will be awarding roughly 110 scholarships totaling over $120,000.

Every student is encouraged to submit an application! 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. Be sure and file your FAFSA by the scholarship deadline.

To learn more, watch this brief video about the application process and apply here.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on February 24, 2023. Visit www.eaganfoundation.org for details.

This February, the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, Minnesota Department of Education, ECMC's The College Place Minnesota, and Minnesota Goes to College are launching a series of financial aid webinars for Minnesota students and families as they prepare for the college-going process. All sessions will have simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong. Attendees will be entered to win a $500 scholarship.

The series, which runs February 7 through 28, will focus on a variety of topics, including general financial aid information, details on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Minnesota Dream Act for undocumented students, and other ways to pay for college.

Understand & Prepare to Apply for Financial Aid | Tues, Feb 7 at 7:00 p.m.

· Learn more about the many ways to pay for college—like grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study—and how to apply for them. Register here

Complete the FAFSA | Tues, Feb 14 at 7:00 p.m.

· Find out more about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is the most important form to get you or your student money for education after high school. Register here

Complete the MN Dream Act | *Thurs, Feb 16 at 7:00 p.m.

· Minnesota also has a form for undocumented students called the Minnesota Dream Act, which allows them to be eligible for in-state tuition. Register here

Understanding Your Offer Letter | Tues, Feb 21 at 7:00 p.m.

· Understanding your financial aid award letter can be complicated, especially if you applied to more than one college. This session will help you understand how to read and compare them. Register here

Scholarship Search | Feb 28 at 7:00 p.m.

· Learn more about how to get scholarships, or free money, for your education after high school. Register here

For more information on each session and to register, visit https://bit.ly/readysetfafsa

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.

Tuesday 1/31/2023

9:30am

University of North Dakota – Engineering Focused

Tuesday 2/7/2023

9:30am

University of St. Thomas (MN)

Thursday 2/9/2023

11:15am

Army National Guard

*Don't forget to register in Naviance and pick up a pass in the Counseling Office prior to the event.

For any student interesting in playing baseball this spring, there are informational meetings coming up in February!

9th graders: Tuesday, Feb. 14th- Before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:45pm.

10th-12th graders: Wednesday, Feb. 15th- Before school at 7:15am or after school at 2:45pm.

Location: C235

Please contact Mr. Strey with any questions at patrick.strey@district196.org.

Anyone interested in playing baseball this spring is welcome to come workout at Open Gym in the Main and South Gyms at EVHS on the following Sunday nights:

• Jan. 29th
• Feb. 5th
• Feb 19th
• Feb. 26th
• Mar. 5th

Open Gym runs from 6-8pm. Juniors and Seniors should arrive at 6pm. Freshmen and Sophomore arrive at 6:30pm.

Sunday, 1/29/23 from 7:00-8:30pm in the Eastview High School Performing Arts Center

See flyer for more details

VARSITY SPORTS

Eastview Boys Varsity Hockey vs. the Credit-Derham Hall Raiders – January 26, 2023

Two top 20 rated teams squared off Thursday evening at Charles M. Schulz – Highland Arena in St. Paul. The Lightning were looking to avenge a loss in the Section finals from last season. The Raiders were undefeated in the new year, going 6-1 year to date. The game was everything it was hoped to be. The Raiders came out strong in the 1st period, scoring at 3:07 on the power play (PP) making it 1-0. The Lightning tied the score 1-1 at 10:31 when Tanner Kronberg #17 scored an even strength goal with assists to Charlie Ortman #26 and Tyler Cords #6. The Raiders outshot the Lightning 14-5 in the period. Eastview went up 2-1 early in the 2nd period, when Charlie Ortman #26 scored an even strength goal at 3:29, assists to Tyler Cords #6 and Tanner Kronberg #17. The Raiders tied the game 2-2 late in the period at 15:13, on sharp angled snipe. Shots at the end of the 2nd period were 26-11 in favor of the Raiders, with Goalie Jay Svaren #32 standing tall in net. The Lightning took the lead early in the 3rd at 2:52 when Billy Downs #23 scored an unassisted even strength goal making the score 3-2. Zach Wooten #9 scored an empty net goal at 16:56 of the 3rd, shooting the puck the entire length of the ice, the lone assist to Nick Karam #16. The shots ended up 36-20 in favor of the Raiders, so Lightning goalie Jay Svaren #32 proved to be the difference in the game. HUGE win for Eastview, improving to 11-6 on the season and winning 4 of their last 5 games. Next up for the Lightning is the Prior Lake Lakers on Saturday on the road.

Eastview Boys Varsity Hockey vs. the Farmington Tigers – January 24, 2023

The Lightning were looking to get back on track vs. the Tigers on Tuesday evening at Schmitz-Maki Arena in Farmington. The Tigers scored first, 3:00 into the game, on a turnover in the Lightning zone, on an odd man rush. There was no more scoring in the first period, with the shots on goal even at 6-6. Eastview tied the game 1-1 early in the 2nd period at 1:53 on the power play (PP), when Tanner Kronberg #17 scored with assists going to Jordan Brothers #11 and John Kisch #5. The period ended 1-1, with Eastview now outshooting the Tigers 15-10 for the game. The Lightning scored early in the 3rd at 2:15, making it 3-1, an even strength goal by Billy Downs #23, assists to John Kisch #5 and Jordan Brothers #11. Logan Opgrand #2 finished the scoring late in the game at 16:52 of the 3rd period, with an impressive end to end rush and an unassisted goal, making the final score 4-1. Goalie Jay Svaren #32 was solid in net, improving to 10-6 for the season. Final shots for the game were 23-14 in favor of the Lightning. The Lightning have an important game coming up on Thursday January 26, 2023, vs. Cretin-Derham Hall on the road.

JV SPORTS

Eastview High School Girls Junior Varsity Basketball beat Lakeville South High School 43-35 1/24

The JV Girls Basketball team remained undefeated with a victory over Lakeville South last night. Balanced scoring and handling pressure were keys to the victory.

Eastview JV Boys Hockey

On Tuesday night, the Eastview JV team took on Farmington. Eastview got on the board first with a goal from Louis Rogers in the 1st period. In the 3rd period, Farmington tied it up on a powerplay goal. After going into overtime, the game ended in a 1 to 1 tie. Kaden Goff had 24 shots on goal.

Last night, the JV team played Cretin-Derham Hall in an exciting game! CDH got on the board first and the 1st period ended 0 to 1, CDH. In the 2nd period, Kyle Benolkin scored with an assist from Tae Kalthoff. The second Eastview goal of the period came from Max Powers-Brekke with assists from Michael Cherevatsky and Liam Johnson. In the 3rd period, it was Jaymeson Zackery who gave Eastview the 3 to 2 lead on an unassisted goal. Zackery scored again with an assist from Louis Rogers on a powerplay goal to make the game 4 to 3 Eastview. Blake Jensen looked great in the net and faced 29 shots. The game ended 4 to 3 with an Eastview win! The Boys Hockey Team will face Prior Lake on Saturday at Dakotah! Ice Center. The JV game starts at 11AM.

Interested in playing Girls Golf this spring? We take players at all skill levels. Join us for Captain’s Practices at The Cages on Sundays from 2-4. There will be a parent/player meeting on Thursday, Feb. 16th at 7:00 pm in the learning commons to learn more about Season Details. Check out our website at: EVGG Website. Email one of the coaches: tamara.k.colucci@districft196.org or alex.currie@district196.org or talk to one of our captains: Emma Lai, Megan Young, Elara Egner, Ava Schommer, Amy Loch. Season Starts on March 21 at 3:30 in room C350.

Anyone is welcome to join our next booster club meeting: January 9th- 7:00 in the commons area at Eastview. Contact Booster President, Brad Schafer, bkatschafer@gmail.com for more details.

Eastview Softball: Remaining Captain’s practice dates

(Eastview High School main & south gyms)

1/29: 4-6PM

2/5: 4-6PM

2/12: *Cancelled due to it being Super Bowl Sunday*

2/19: 4-6PM

3/5: 4-6PM

RUGBY

Eastview Students- registration for High School and Middle School Rugby is OPEN for both girls and boys. Discounted registration is available through early March. While at the link, be sure to check out our preseason training dates, and stay tuned for "try rugby" events shortly before regular training begins. https://www.eaasports.org/rugby

MENS VOLLEYBALL

The Eastview Men’s Volleyball program has started off-season open gyms for guys who are planning on playing next spring, or guys who are thinking about it and want to learn more. Open gyms are on Sunday evenings from 6:15-8:00 pm in the main gym. Contact Coach Dehnel with questions – ryan.dehnel@district196.org

**Don't forget to audition for BRAVO! Dance audition workshop is tomorrow, January 28, from 9-10:30am in the Commons. Be there!!

Auditions for BRAVO are Monday and Tuesday, January 30 and 31. See link below for signup and audition information.

Transport the audience to New York City - the epicenter of the arts in America! Audition to be a part of BRAVO! 2023: The Big Apple.

WHAT: Singing and dancing auditions

WHERE: EVHS Choir Room

WHEN: Monday, January 30 or Tuesday, January 31. There is a Dance Audition Workshop on Saturday, January 28 from 9-10:30am.

DETAILS: Click here for audition information, instructions, and signups

Eastview FIRST Tech Challenge robotics teams competed in their end of season League Tournaments last weekend.

Short Circuits, team 9182, competed on Saturday. They are seniors Aidan O’Malley, Andrew Seppelt, Harper Crubel, and Richard Bui and juniors Mason Artwohl and Sneha Narra. Based on their record at previous events, they entered competition ranked 12th of 24 teams. They went 5-1 during the qualification rounds and climbed to 10th place. They were the seventh team selected into the elimination round, joining the third ranked alliance. They won the semifinals against the number two alliance but fell to the number one alliance in the finals. Short Circuits were also a finalist for the Innovate Award.

Tech Tigers, team 14561, competed on Sunday. They are seniors Annu Malarvannan, Kate Deviley, Laney Schwartz, and Sigrid Froehlig and juniors Isaac Field and Steffi Decapia. They entered competition ranked 17th and remained there after the qualification rounds. They were the eighth team selected into the elimination round, joining the fourth ranked alliance. They were eliminated by the first ranked alliance in the semifinals. Tech Tigers were also a finalist for the Innovate Award.

Congratulations to both teams for getting into the elimination rounds of their tournaments and for improving their robots throughout the season!

Winter online catalog open!

See what we have in store for you and your family. Register early to ensure your spot in class.

Do you need fee assistance?

Fee assistance is available for District 196 residents. Apply online or call 651-423-7920.

Request an Interpreter / Solicite un intérprete / Badhanka “codso turjumaan”

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