EVHS Weekly Announcements

Upcoming Dates:

April 25 - No School, Data Analysis/Instructional Alignment

Cold and allergy season has hit, and we're running low on Kleenex in classrooms. If you're able to send in a box (or a few!), we’d really appreciate it!

Just have your student drop them off at the attendance office—so easy!

Thanks so much for keeping our students (and teachers!) covered.

SUN Bucks is a new federal program (formerly known as Summer EBT) that provides $120 in child food benefits to bridge the summer meal gap. SUN Bucks is a joint effort with District 196 and MN Department of Children, Youth, and Families. The SUN Bucks card is mailed from MN Department of Children, Youth, and Families to the primary address District 196 has on file. School-aged children between the ages of 7-17 whose households participate in specific public assistance programs or qualify to receive educational benefits can receive this summer benefit. Families not yet enrolled should apply for educational benefits through our school district. Access the state’s SUN Bucks webpage to learn more or visit the MNbenefits webpage for other support programs.

The EVHS Learning Commons accepts a variety of donations that help foster hands-on learning, creativity, and exploration. From craft supplies to tech tools, every contribution helps enrich student experiences. You can view our full wish list here.

Right now, our top need is used smartphones. These devices will be used to power our VR headsets and run our Sphero robots—bringing interactive, tech-rich learning opportunities to life. Even older or imperfect phones can still make a meaningful impact in our makerspace.

Smartphone Donation Criteria:
To be compatible with our equipment, donated phones should:

• Be unlocked (not tied to a specific carrier)
• Have Wi-Fi capability (cell service is not required)
• Have a working screen and basic touch functionality
• Be usable even with limited battery life (phones can remain plugged in)
• Be either iPhones or Android devices

All phones will be factory reset before being used by students.

How to Donate:
Please label your donation “Learning Commons” and bring it to the West Door Security Desk (#1) at Eastview High School. We appreciate your support in helping us create a vibrant, innovative space where students can explore, create, and learn. For any questions, please contact Ms. Sonnenberg in the Learning Commons.

Families are encouraged to complete an Educational Benefits Application. Your children may qualify! Applications are now open.

While meals are free for all students, all families are highly encouraged to complete an Application for Educational Benefits. Your approved application provides critical funding to our school district. This compensatory aid helps increase funding for teachers, paraprofessionals and social workers to include math and reading support. An approval for educational benefits also allows families to receive discounted Activities/Community Education fees. Learn more about the Educational Benefits Program.

Questions or concerns: ask our Nutrition Services department at Nutrition@district196.org or 651-683-6958.

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

Current 9th grade students and parents:

Did you enjoy learning about plate tectonics, hot spots, volcanoes, Earthquakes, glaciers? Want to see the geological process first hand? This is the trip for you! Please join us at an informational meeting to talk about a summer trip to Iceland 2027. I know it seems like a long time away, but there are huge discounts offered if you sign up early. Please attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, 5/7 at 6pm in room C250 for more information.

Detentions can be served on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:40-4:00pm in C134. Morning Detention from 6:55-7:35am in Student Services is another option Monday-Friday. Students earn (2) detention credits for serving in the afternoon and (1) detention credit for serving in the morning.

Detentions earned for the first (5) tardies in a class and then every three tardies after that need to be served within three weeks of notice or additional consequences and restricted opportunities may result. Thank-you for being Responsible and holding yourself accountable.

See Mr. Habeck or Mr. Arrale in Student Services with questions.

For current 9th graders the Junior Year History Trip has been announced. The class of 2028 are being offered a history and culture focused trip the spring break of their junior year that will travel to Paris, Strasbourg, and Munich. This trip is open to all current freshmen and will occur during spring break of their junior year (March 2027). Though the trip is geared for AP History Students, any student from Eastview is welcome to attend. For information about the trip please visit https://acis.com/tripsite-trip-overview/?key=MjAyN3w2MTg1Mw==

For more information please contact joseph.wollersheim@district196.org

Students can benefit from an opportunity for academic support every Wednesday afternoon from 2:40pm – 4:15pm in the flex room located in the learning commons. Students are supported to complete their schoolwork learning in a supervised setting. In addition students can also utilize the WIN program to make up tests they may have missed. Students can get this approved through their teacher ahead of time and the test will be ready for them to take during WIN. Faculty and staff are available along with upper-class peer tutors (especially skilled in Mathematics). 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 2:40pm so they can benefit from the full support. We will keep a log of students and their engagement (arrival/departure time and their focus/work while they are there). For students needing transportation home, activity buses will be available departing at 4:45pm.

The Flash is Eastview's weekly student news production and the 4Cast is Eastview's bi-weekly student announcements newscast.

Check out the latest of both newscasts here.

Order your spring mulch now and help the Eastview Community Foundation GROW valuable opportunities for students, staff and schools in the Eastview community!

• Brand: Scotts Nature Scapes
• Type: Bark color-enhanced mulch
• Dry volume per bag: 2 cubic feet
• Mulch and Soil Council Certified: Yes
• Coverage Area at 2-inch Depth: 12 square feet
• Color Guarantee: Yes
• Colors: Red, Black or Brown
• Cost: $8 per bag
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Pick-up date/time: Saturday, May 3rd from 9:00am – noon

Pick up location: Pellicci Ace Hardware – Eagan location (1565 Cliff Road)

Order here: https://tinyurl.com/EVCFMulchSale2025 (pay online - only pre-paid orders will be accepted)

FCCLA is hosting a Royals Party for ages 3-5th Grade, May 3rd , from 1-3pm at Eastview High School. A Minimum donation of $25 is requested and all donations for this party will go towards funding EVHS FCCLA members who are attending National Leadership Conference, in Florida this July.

Please see attached link for registration and QR code to Sign Up. Come and have a Royal good time! E-mail Mia.Battistone@district196.org any questions.

REGISTER HERE

National College Decision Day is on May 1st—the deadline for most colleges and universities for students to officially commit to their chosen school. This usually involves accepting an offer of admission and submitting a deposit to secure their spot. To celebrate this exciting milestone, we invite all our seniors to wear college or military gear on May 1st. Come dressed in your best college/military apparel and be part of the fun!

We need your help help to ensure the EVHS class of 2025 senior party is successful and safe! Several options to help us both at EVHS and Valleyfair.

Please consider signing up for a volunteer slot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094AABA62FA0FE3-56360378-2025

If your post-graduation plans include the Military, please contact Ms. Wellik in the Counseling Office.

Parents/Guardians of a Senior –we recently introduced the Senior Web Page to the Class of 2025 during a Senior Meeting. Please reference the To Do List as well as other important items.

Please use the below QR code or the link to purchase tickets.

https://form.jotform.com/250293801751151

2025 Senior Party is approaching very quickly. We are still looking for donations for student prizes the2025 Senior Party is approaching very quickly. We are still looking for donations for student prizes the night of the event. We would appreciate any monetary donations or purchasing off of our amazon wish list, using this link:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3KQ3FEU6R0ZW2?ref_=wl_share

If you are interested in donating please reach out to Michelle at mwatroba2@gmail.com or Leah at lsutherlin1031@gmail.com.

• Online orders due by 1pm on 5/27/25
• Picture of the poster is an example - there are a ton of templates to choose from.
• Posters will be displayed at Eastview during the Senior Party. Posters will be sent home with the graduates at the end of the party (great for displaying at grad parties).
• Senior posters are optional. Homemade posters are also accepted (click on this flyer for details)

📣 Attention Eastview Sophomores and Juniors!

🎓 Minnesota Private College Week is Coming – June 23–27, 2025!

Are you starting to think about college? Want to explore your options close to home?
Minnesota Private College Week is your chance to tour campuses, meet admissions staff, and get a firsthand look at what student life is really like at Minnesota’s private colleges and universities!

🗓 June 23–27, 2025
🏫 Visit up to 18 different campuses across the state
📍 Sessions offered twice daily — choose the ones that fit your schedule
💬 Hear from current students, explore majors, and learn about financial aid

Whether you’re just beginning your search or making final decisions, this week is a great way to get inspired and informed.

👉 Learn more and register here: mnprivatecolleges.org/mpcw

COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY, AND MILTARY VISITS

Prior to the university/college visits students should stop by the Counseling Office and get a pass to attend. The university/college visits are small group meetings typically lasting 20/30 minutes. These admission reps are often times the same people that review college applications, it's a great connection for students. Military visits are during the lunch hour in Student Services.

Join us as we cheer on the JV and Varsity teams

Saturday 4/26 vs Holy Angels @ Eastview HS

JV-12:30pm / Varsity 2:00pm

Senior Night 4/29 vs Rosemount @ Eastview HS

JV-6:00pm / Varsity 7:30pm

Attention all Senior Athletes! Mark your calendars as we will be celebrating all of our Senior Athletes on Sunday, May 18th at 5:00 p.m. in the Main Gym. Click here for all of the details: https://secure.smore.com/n/fqspc-senior-athlete-recognition-ceremony

#1 We will be introducing all seniors in attendance from EACH team and taking a team photo!

#2 Students who have earned any of the following awards will receive individual recognition at the ceremony:

-Seniors who were selected as Lightning Award Winners during their Senior Year

-Seniors who were selected as Outstanding Academic Athletes during their Senior Year

-Seniors who were part of a Team or Individual Conference Champion and/or State Qualifier in their Senior Year

-Seniors who will be Summa Cum Laude Graduates who also lettered in at least one sport as a Senior

-Seniors who are Three Sport Letter Winners who lettered in Three MSHSL Sports OR District Sponsored Club Athletic teams as a Senior

-Athletic Department and Outside Sponsor Recognition Awards (Student and Scholar Athlete of the Year, ExCEL and AAA Awards etc.)

-ALL of our senior athletes planning on competing in collegiate athletics

#3 Any Senior planning to compete in collegiate athletics should be sure and fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/ycyrnwuy

Registration is Open!

Register before Tryouts. You must have a current physical on file or you must get a physical to register. Email if you have any questions.

Competition cheerleading is exciting, rewarding, challenging and Fun!! You get to meet many new people and have the opportunity to compete in local, State and National competitions. Nationals is located at Disney World, Florida.

We are looking for participants to fill all positions. No Experience Necessary!

Tryouts are at Eastview High School: enter door 8 and come to the main gym.

Attending each day is important. New material will be taught each day and you will be judged on all material on the final day.

May 12 (Monday) - Day 1 630pm – 830pm **Main Gym

May 13 (Tuesday)- Day 2 630pm – 830pm **Main Gym

May 15 (Thurs.) - Day 3 630pm – 830pm **Main Gym

May 19 (Monday) - Day 4 630pm – 830pm **Main Gym First Round of Selections

Question? You can email: eastviewcompcheer@gmail.com or

Coach Tim - timnav.tn@gmail.com

Program Information:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RhKE-_xR9dMstlhIIYrjc9lCiGkcsEoq/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101606908446413285341&rtpof=true&sd=true

Spring Super Group started on Monday, March 10th. It runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:45-4:00.

All off-season athletes are encouraged to register on EduTrack and attend consistently to benefit from the best training around!

Eastview beats Apple Valley 12 - 2 (4/21/25)

The Lightning beat the Eagles in 10 run fashion ending the game in 6 innings. Seniors Kennedy Jacobson, Maya Erickson, and Claire Lorsung lead the offensive charge each recording 2 hits. One of Erickson's hits was a home run and she recorded 4 RBIs.

Lightning Held Scoreless (4/18/25)

The Lightning struggled to string together hits and score runs against a strong Hastings defense. Emily Braaten, Jaden Slominski, and Molly Brown all had 1 hit.

The Lightning Boys volleyball teams had a great weekend, and notched another conference win on Tuesday night this week.

The B-squad boys headed to Rosemount on Tuesday night, securing an exciting win over the Irish in 3 sets.

The JV guys traveled to Apple Valley for a tournament this past weekend, where they went 4-0 and brought home the championship. On Tuesday night, the team made quick work of the Eagles in their SSC match, winning 2-0. The JV boys remain undefeated on the season.

The Varsity boys continue to hold their #2 state ranking after going 4-1 at the Lightning Big Bolt Classic last weekend. The Bolts stormed through pool play, winning all three matches in straight sets. In the championship bracket, the team lost a hard fought battle with Bloomington Jefferson in the semifinals, losing in the deciding set 14-16. The boys bounced back in their final match, defeating STMA to take 3rd overall. For the weekend the offense was led by Junior Opposite Colin Nathan with 33 kills, and Junior Setter Brice Dehnel with 14 aces. Junior libero Aiden Wilson led the defense with 31 digs for the tournament.

On Tuesday night, the boys traveled to Apple Valley where they won 3-0 to continue their undefeated start to their South Suburban schedule.

The Lightning play host to the Panthers from Lakeville North tonight (April 24)…JV and the B-squad play at 5:30 pm with varsity to follow at 7:00.

Coming to BRAVO! this weekend?

The ultimate throwback is HERE – and you’re going to be there!

Get ready to rewind time and blast off into the bold, neon-soaked world of the '80s and '90s with BRAVO! 2025 – I Want My MTV! This year’s show is bigger, louder, and more electric than ever, celebrating the golden age of music videos, moon men, and pure retro magic.

🎵 From iconic pop hits to head-banging rock anthems, jaw-dropping performances to outrageous style – we’re bringing the MTV era to life on stage in a way you’ve never seen before.

🕺 Dress to impress, channel your inner rock star, and get ready to sing, dance, and vibe all night long. Stop by the merchandise table to purchase vinyl stickers, MTV logo bags, enamel pins, and distressed flannels.

📺 But the fun doesn’t stop there! At all regular performances, join us in the lobby before the show and during intermission for a totally rad silent auction, exciting raffles, and interactive events that’ll keep the party going all night long. We have a Backyard Package Raffle that includes two Adirondack chairs, a Yeti wheeled cooler and beverage bucket, a JBL Bluetooth speaker, and a Solo Yukon 2.0 Stove! We also have a 50/50 cash raffle where the winner receives half of the jackpot - last year's winner won over $550.

🎵 Hungry? Thirsty? Stop by the Concessions tables for a variety of candy, snacks, beverages, and, new this year, T-Rex Cookies!

Some reminders- our shows start on time. Please allow yourself ample time to arrive, park, and make your way into the school to find your seats. Please have your tickets printed out or your QR code ready to be scanned. Run time of the show is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 10 minute intermission.

We can't wait to party with you this weekend - you want your MTV? You've got it!

Performances:
April 24, 25, 26, May 1, 2, 3 at 7:00pm
April 27 at 2:00pm
$5 Show: April 29 at 3:30pm

Ticket Prices:
Adults- $9, Senior Citizens (62+)- $7, Students- $5

District 196 Community Education Aquatics is hiring Water Safety Aides, Instructors, and Lifeguards to lead swimming lessons, adult fitness classes, support facility rentals, and more. Whether you're certified or just getting started, there's a place for you on our team!

Call 952-431-8777 to learn more or register for certification!

Lifeguarding plus Waterpark-Blended or In-Person (ages 15+)

Mon-Thu | Jun 9-12 | 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | 4 sessions | $315 | FRMS

Water Safety Instructor – Blended or In-Person (ages 15+)

Mon-Thu | Jun 9-12 | 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. | $315 | FRMS

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