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Three district 196 grads are participating in the 2020 olympics

Three District 196 alumni going for gold at the Tokyo Olympic games

Jul 21 2021

Payton Otterdahl (’14, RHS), Gable Steveson (’18, AVHS) and Mallory Weggemann (’07, EHS) are among the athletes vying for medals in shot put, wrestling and swimming, respectively, in the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic games.

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Apply today for Educational Benefits Program and support your school

Jul 19 2021

Formerly known as the Free and Reduced-Price Meals Program, the Educational Benefits Program is more than just a free meal application. It also provides critical funding for your child's school.

Candidate filing opens July 27 for three District 196 School Board seats

Jul 6 2021

Three of the seven at-large positions on the School Board of Independent School District 196 are up for election in the Nov. 2, 2021 General School Board Election.

Dr Flaten helps students put together their payload for the weather balloon.

SES’s stratospheric balloon experiment takes learning to new heights

Jul 1 2021

This experiment was part of the school’s seven-day intensive theme course, an option available each trimester that gives students an opportunity to immerse themselves in a topic and earn an elective credit.

Students from Eagan High School pose with their trophies.

District 196 students and schools earn national speech and debate honors at 2021 tournament

Jun 30 2021

Apple Valley, Eagan and Eastview were three of the 10 Schools of Outstanding Distinction in Speech and Debate in this year’s national tournament, based on the number of rounds of competition their students completed during the tournament.

Fifty-two District 196 students named all-state musicians for 2021-22

Jun 22 2021

Fifty-two District 196 high school students were named all-state musicians by the Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) for the 2021-22 school year.

Superintendent's Message from June 14 School Board

Jun 17 2021

"We will continue to promote a culture of acceptance, understanding and achievement for all students and families in District 196."

Updated COVID-19 protocols for District 196 summer programming

Jun 4 2021

As regulations and executive orders expire with changes in the pandemic, updated protocol include less regulations and requirements, and more personal/family choice and responsibility.

District 196 hires Hernandez Espinosa to be next equity coordinator

Jun 3 2021

Hernandez Espinosa brings a variety of professional experience in both the public and private sectors, including recruiting diverse students and employees, and advocating for underserved populations in the legislative process.

Students at Eastview High School pose for a photo during their military recognition ceremony

High schools honor Class of 2021 seniors entering military service

May 28 2021

Fifty-two graduating seniors in District 196 will be serving in the U.S. Armed Forces following graduation this spring.

Native American graduates pose for a photo during a powwow.

Fourteen Native American graduates recognized at annual honor ceremony

May 26 2021

Traditional indigenous dancers from around the U.S. and Canada came together May 15 to celebrate District 196’s Native American seniors during an honoring ceremony and powwow.

Eastview student Tanisha Kota works outside on her computer.

‘Geniusprep’ tutoring service the brainchild of Eastview student

May 24 2021

Need help in English or math? Geniusprep can help! Students in grades K-6 who could benefit from free summer tutoring are encouraged to sign up by June 11.

Students watch Nasa astronaut Mark Vande Hei through a live feed.

Oak Ridge students make out-of-this-world connection with Minnesota astronaut

May 24 2021

The interview was made possible through NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement, which provides students with an opportunity to engage in NASA’s mission of space exploration.

District 196 high schools select Students of the Year for 2020-21

May 18 2021

Students of the Year for 2020-21 were selected by teachers and administrators at all four, four-year high schools in District 196. Students were selected based on their academic performance and participation in the given subject area during their high school career. The 2020-21 Students of the Year in District 196 are listed below by school and subject.

District 196 high schools planning for outdoor graduations in stadiums

May 11 2021

District 196’s four comprehensive high schools will hold graduation ceremonies outside at the Eagan and Rosemount high school stadiums on Saturday, June 5 or, if necessary, Sunday, June 6

SES students pull weeds from the rain garden.

Earth Day at SES plants focus on sustainability and service-learning

May 4 2021

Juniors and seniors rolled up their sleeves April 22 and participated in a variety of hands-on projects aimed at helping locally and making a positive impact globally.

District 196 students win seven of 13 state speech titles and 32 total medals

Apr 30 2021

District 196 students won seven of 13 state championships and 32 of the 104 total medals awarded at this year’s Class AA state speech tournament held online April 23.

Boy getting a piece of pizza in a lunch line

Free meals update for remainder of 2020-21 school year

Apr 14 2021

BeginningApril 19, we will no longer serve meals to the greater community, as we refocus on providing meals during the school day to our in-person learners. Seven-day meal kits still available for district students.

A Message from Superintendent Kreger

Apr 13 2021

As a school district, we are saddened by the events that have taken place in Brooklyn Center, and ask that this be a time for our community to unify around our students’ well being and success.

Twenty-one District 196 students earn Aspirations for Women in Computer Award

Apr 8 2021

The annual award celebrates the efforts of young high school women in their pursuit of technology education and career opportunities.

Students had to try their mock trial case via Zoom this year and the Apple Valley High team (pictured) finished runner-up at

Apple Valley High School mock trial team earns top-two finish at state for third year in a row

Apr 8 2021

Their performance qualified Apple Valley for the National Tournament of Champions which will be held virtually May 22-23.

Need help with your devices? Register at ce.district196.org for free family technology help sessions

District 196 offering families free tech help sessions in April

Apr 2 2021

Families will be able to connect with district support staff to ask questions and receive support around technology tools such as Seesaw, Schoology, the iPad, Zoom, and iPad apps. Registration is required.

Twelve District 196 seniors named National Merit finalists

Mar 22 2021

The 12 seniors selected semifinalists last fall were all named finalists and are eligible for one of the approximately 7,600 merit scholarships.

In Support of Our Asian American Pacific Islander Community

Mar 19 2021

We stand in solidarity with our students, families and staff who are experiencing direct and indirect trauma as a result of recent events or have experienced any racist comments, bullying or attacks.

Two elementary students in a STEM class taking apart a VCR.

196Online enrollment impacts on elementary magnet assignment

Mar 3 2021

District 196 elementary magnet lottery families who are considering the 196Online virtual school for the 2021-22 school year should consider that enrollment in 196Online will affect their magnet assignment.

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