EHS Newsletter
Dear Parents of Current 9th, 10th and 11th Graders:
Greetings from Eagan High School! The purpose of this message is to provide you with relevant information and timelines related to our “online” registration process for next school year. The registration process will allow you and your students to have access to course information online and register online at home.
The following timeline is planned as it relates to the registration process for next school year for students currently in grades 9-11.
Starting January 12
Feel free to start scanning the various EHS curricular offerings for your student. The EHS Student Registration Guide is online on the EHS website: Online Registration
You may search for courses by department or by name, in alphabetical order. Simply go to the EHS web site and click on Menu in the upper right hand corner. Then click the + next to Academics and then click Online Registration, finally click Registration Guide. Under Online Registration you can also find Online Registration Instructions and Registration Cards by Grade Level.
January 28-February 5
Current 9th, 10th and 11th graders will meet in their PAWS classes on January 28 to receive information and instructions related to the “online” registration process. With parental guidance, students may register online during this “open window” period of time. All instructions will be provided in PAWS on January 28. 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 contacts 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
Thay Thao (Ng-Sh) thay.thao@district196.org
Norah Krohse-Hermon (Si-Z) norah.krohsehermon@district.org
This Sunday marks the 48th annual Dakota Valley Choral Festival—one of our district’s longest-standing and most inspiring traditions!
The Dakota Valley Choral Festival brings together the Concert Choirs from all four district high schools—Eagan, Eastview, Apple Valley, and Rosemount. Each choir will perform two selections on its own, followed by three combined works: Mozart’s Regina Coeli, We Are the Voices, and Sisi Ni Moja. The massed choir will be joined by a professional chamber orchestra, conducted by Dr. Michael Culloton of Concordia College–Moorhead.
The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. this Sunday in the Eastview Gym, and the performance will last approximately 90 minutes.
If you’re looking for a pause from the chaos, stress, and sadness of the world around us, this evening offers an opportunity to be immersed in joy and beauty. Imagine our students—our future leaders—setting aside their differences to embrace the power of making music together, spreading hope, peace, and joy one note at a time.
If you would like to attend, you can purchase tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/5761939?schoolId=MN9763
Details:
48th Annual Dakota Valley Choral Festival
Sunday, 2/1
7PM
EVHS Gym
Volleyball Champs
Bag and Spike Ball Winners
Puzzle Winners
Winter Blast Week at EHS wrapped up today after a week full of fun, creativity, and school spirit that brought our school community together. Dress-up days gave students and staff the chance to show off their creativity and Wildcat pride throughout the week.
Polar Bear Bingo added some friendly competition during PAWS, as students eagerly marked their cards for a chance to win candy prizes. We even had a celebrity bingo caller,
Filip Gustavsson, the goalie from the Minnesota Wild!
The Night of Tournaments featured a variety of games and sports, allowing participants to showcase their skills, enjoy healthy rivalry, and compete for prizes.
The Medallion Hunt has been going on all week and was found Thursday morning before school. The winners were rewarded with a $50 lunch gift card and $100 gift card!
We concluded Friday with a first ever Student vs Staff basketball game/pepfest.
Thank you to all the students and staff who helped make Winter Blast Week a huge success!
We are so pleased to announce that Eagan High School is bringing back the Wisdom Retreat to celebrate our amazing Class of 2026 and recognize all of you for the efforts that you have made as a class to build an exceptional culture at Eagan High School. The retreat will be held from 8:30-2:30 PM on Thursday, February 5 at Dakota Hill Middle School. Seniors attending will be dismissed from the whole day of classes. The cost is only $10 per person.
Unfortunately, we are limited to the first 200 Seniors, so sign-up in EduTrak today as it’s first come first serve. Parent/Guardians can find it under the Registrations Section then clicking Register next to the name of the student they want to sign up.
Yearbook Orders Due on TODAY!
Order your yearbook NOW!
The price of yearbooks will increase at midnight tonight - Friday, January, 30th.
Our final count for yearbooks is due today, January 30th. We do order a few extra, but you will not be GUARANTEED a yearbook unless you order by today.
Also - This is your last chance to order a personalized yearbook.
Yearbooks can only be purchased through http://www.jostens.com. Click the top left tab that says "Yearbooks" and the first option is to "Buy your yearbook." Prices will continue to rise throughout the school year so order soon.
In Minnesota, all students are required to be vaccinated (or have a filed exemption) to attend school. If your child is missing one or more required vaccines, please mark your calendar for an upcoming clinic. Not sure if your student needs a vaccine? Call your school, and we’ll connect you with the school nurse.
Vaccine clinics are available for all students — with or without medical insurance:
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 at Diamond Path Elementary, 4 - 8 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome; however, pre-registration is preferred. Pre-register HERE: Homeland Health Specialists
Registration is now open for spring sports - click the link below for more information.
Attendance Reminder:
Students absent 3 or more days for a pre-planned absence should complete the “Pre-Planned Authorization” form.
The forms are located in the EHS Attendance Office.
- The form should be completed and submitted prior to the planned absence. We recommend at least one week or more in advance.
- The student is responsible for arranging make-up assignments with all teachers before the absence to receive credit for the work.
- Vacation absences beyond 5 days will be marked as unexcused. These absences will count in the excessive absence policy.
💰 Direct Donation
Make a direct donation to the Senior Party to help make the night amazing!
🎁 Donate Prizes
Follow the links to the Wish Lists below and purchase a prize that will be sent directly to the Senior Party. Our goal is to send every student home with a gift - we appreciate your generosity!
📦 Amazon
🎯 Target
🎟️ Grab Your Senior Party Tickets Now
Lock in your ticket before prices go up on April 1. Purchase Senior Party Tickets now!
💚 Represent the Class of 2026
Class of 2026 Lawn Signs are available! Supplies are limited and signs will be ready for pickup this spring. Order Lawn Sign
📲 Stay in the Loop
Join our Class of 2026 Senior Party Facebook group and follow our Instagram (@eaganhssrparty) for updates, announcements, and volunteer opportunities.
✋ Get Involved
We need parent volunteers! If you can help, connect with us by email at eaganhsseniorparty@gmail.com
Contact Information
📧 Committee Email: eaganhsseniorparty@gmail.com
📞 Co-Chair: Becky Benson – (612) 309-2705
📞 Co-Chair: Janelle Wodele – (651) 470-8729
💰 Treasurer: Kristi Sperl – (651) 271-4964
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.
All high school activity buses depart at 4:50pm. We will issue an Activity Pass for the entire school year for students needing the late bus home from school. The activity bus pass will be for students participating in after school sports or club and the one day pass will be for students staying after school for other reasons. Students with the pass will need to hold onto the pass and present to the driver when they board the bus. Students will not be allowed on the activity bus if they do not have a pass. Please stop by the Main Office to ask for a pass.
Activity Buses leave at 4:50 PM from the South Entrance
The process for reporting an absence has changed. You will now 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:
Sharing the Conversation: The Dangers of Non-Prescription Medications
Mon | Feb 2 | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Free | RHS
Archery Adventure Camp (ages 9-17)
Mon | Feb 9-Mar 9 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $85 | PW
Advantage ACT Prep Course (grades 10-12)
Sat | Feb 21-Mar 14 | 9:00 a.m.-noon | 4 sessions | $180 | RMS
Sun | Feb 22-Mar 15 | 1:00-4:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $180 | BHMS
Water Safety Instructor – Blended or In Person Learning (ages 15+)
Mon-Thu | Mar 23-26 | 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. | 4 sessions | $315 | BHMS
Fewer than 5 spots left!
Lifeguarding plus Waterpark – Blended or In Person Learning (ages 15+)
Mon-Thu | Mar 23-26 | 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $315 | BHMS
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
