2015-2016 Calendar/Planner/Handbook
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
School is a place to learn. We have a “dress for success” dress
code for all students and staff at AVHS.
Personal Appearance: The purpose of this policy is to
enhance the learning envioronment by establishing expectations
of dress and grooming related to safety, educational goals and
community/school standards. Appropriate clothing includes, but
is not limited to, the following:
1. Clothing that does not create a health or safety hazard.
2. Clothing appropriate for the activity.
3. Clothing that covers the midriff and chest.
4. Clothing that covers undergarments.
First Offense Written referral, phone call home, change into
proper attire.
Second Offense Written referral, detention, change into proper
attire.
Third Offense Written referral, change into proper attire and/
or detention, restitution or other disciplinary
action.
Apple Valley High School requires students to wear shoes at all
times. Headwear and coats worn to school must be removed
upon entering the building and stored in student lockers. Sagging
pants will not be allowed. Sweatshirts with hoods are allowed, as
long as the hood is not covering your head at any time. Headwear
exceptions for medical, disability, religious or other reasons must
be approved by an AVHS administrator.
Inappropriate clothing includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Clothing which displays lewd, profane, obscene language
or symbols.
2. Emblems, insignias, badges or other symbols where the
effect thereof is to distract unreasonably the attention of
other students or causes disruption or interference with
the operation of the school.
3. Chains hanging from wallets or clothing.
4. Display or wearing of any gang articles, paraphernalia
or clothing that can be construed as being gang-related
(e.g. bandanas, sweatbands, head rags, etc.)
5. Clothing promoting alcohol, tobacco, drugs or violence
or other activities illegal for minors.
6. Any apparel or footwear that would damage school
property.
This AVHS Calendar/Planner/Handbook
belongs to:
Students wearing inappropriate clothing will be asked to change
into appropriate clothing. Failure to follow this direction or
continued violation of this policy will lead to disciplinary action
and parent notification.
NAME _________________________________________
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Undergarments should be hidden from public view.
Cover your chest and midriff.
Chains, spike studs and/or dog collars present safety
concerns and are not appropriate for school.
Sagging pants are not allowed.
Headwear, jackets and/or coats are to be stored in student
lockers during school hours.
Consequences:
ADDRESS _____________________________________
CITY____________________________ ZIP______________________________
PHONE________________________________________
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Monthly Calendars.................................................................. 2-25
Weekly Calendars.................................................................. 26-67
GENERAL INFORMATION
Absences.................................................................................... 68
Alcohol or Drugs......................................................................... 68
AVHS College and Career Center................................................ 69
Cell Phones................................................................................. 69
Dress Code Policy............................................... inside front cover
18 Year Old Rights & Responsibilities......................................... 69
Fireworks on School Property.................................................... 69
Gambling.................................................................................... 69
Gang Related Activities............................................................... 69
General Misconduct................................................................... 69
Harassment Policy...................................................................... 69
Hazing Policy.............................................................................. 70
Health Services Office................................................................ 70
Immunization Alert..................................................................... 71
Insurance.................................................................................... 71
Lockers........................................................................................ 71
Lunch Program........................................................................... 71
Make-up Policy Following Absences........................................... 71
Media Center.............................................................................. 72
Nuisance Devices/Cell Phones/Head Sets.................................. 72
145th Street Parking Alert.......................................................... 72
Parking Lot Permits and Regulations.......................................... 72
Personal Transportation............................................................. 72
Phone Calls to Students.............................................................. 72
Plagiarism and Cheating
– Definitions and Policies........................................................... 72
Pledge of Allegiance................................................................... 73
Prevention and Protection – Avoiding
Situations Leading to Sexual Assaults......................................... 73
Procedure for Leaving During the Day........................................ 74
Procedure for Returning During the Day.................................... 74
Release for Work Program/EDU................................................. 74
School Buses............................................................................... 74
School Sponsored Events........................................................... 74
Search and Seizure..................................................................... 74
Student ID Cards......................................................................... 75
Student Visitors.......................................................................... 75
Tampering with Fire Alarms....................................................... 75
Telephone Use............................................................................ 75
Tobacco Free School................................................................... 75
T-Shirt/Jersey Design and Ordering Policy.................................. 75
Unauthorized Entry.................................................................... 75
Unauthorized Vehicle Use.......................................................... 75
Weapons/Look Alike Weapons................................................... 75
Willful Damage of Property........................................................ 75
ACADEMICS
Academic Letters........................................................................ 76
Band Instrument Fee.................................................................. 76
Curriculum Fee........................................................................... 76
District Graduation Fee.............................................................. 76
District Graduation Requirements.............................................. 76
Drivers Education Fee................................................................. 76
Final Exams for Seniors............................................................... 76
Grading System........................................................................... 76
Honor Roll................................................................................... 77
Honors Rank............................................................................... 77
I - Incompletes............................................................................ 77
Parent Notification..................................................................... 77
Pass or No-Credit Option............................................................ 78
Statewide Testing....................................................................... 78
Transcripts.................................................................................. 78
ARTS & ACTIVITIES
Arts and Activities Cocurricular Participation Fees..................... 79
AVRM (Apple Valley Role Models).............................................. 79
Chess Team................................................................................. 79
Eagle Buddies............................................................................. 79
EaglEye....................................................................................... 79
Infinity........................................................................................ 79
Lincoln Douglas Debate.............................................................. 79
Math League.............................................................................. 79
Mock Trial................................................................................... 79
National Art Honor Society......................................................... 80
National Honor Society.............................................................. 80
Quiz Bowl................................................................................... 80
Robotics...................................................................................... 80
Rocket Club................................................................................. 80
Science Olympiad....................................................................... 80
Speech........................................................................................ 80
Student Council.......................................................................... 81
Theatre Productions................................................................... 81
Trap Shooting............................................................................. 81
Yearbook..................................................................................... 81
ATHLETICS
Accidents.................................................................................... 81
Athletic Cocurricular Participation Fees..................................... 81
Building Utilization..................................................................... 81
Cocurricular Participation and Illness......................................... 81
Eligibility..................................................................................... 82
Insurance.................................................................................... 82
Lost Equipment.......................................................................... 82
Physical Education/Athletic Lockers and Locks........................... 82
Towels......................................................................................... 82
ARTS, ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES VOICEMAIL DIRECTORY........... 83
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Disciplinary Actions.................................................................... 84
Consequences............................................................................ 84
Misbehaviors and Consequences
for High School Students....................................................... 87-93
Student Transportation: Behavior Expectations......................... 93
AVHS Writing Guideline.....................................................96-99
PHONE AND VOICEMAIL DIRECTORY.............................. 100-101
DAILY SCHEDULE, SCHOOL SONG, ADMINISTRATION............ 102
ALTERNATE SCHEDULES........................................................ 103
AVHS BUILDING AND LOCKER MAP....................................... 104
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Apple Valley High School
MISSION STATEMENT:
The Apple Valley High School community is committed to challenge
all individuals to realize their potential as learners by providing
high quality and diverse opportunities for intellectual, emotional,
aesthetic and physical growth.
August 2015
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BELIEF STATEMENTS:
1. We believe innovation is necessary for quality and growth.
2. We believe learning opportunities have no boundaries.
3. We believe there is strength in diversity.
4. We believe everyone has a personal responsibility for education.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #196 MISSION STATEMENT:
“Educating our students to reach their full potential.”
Attendance/Absence Notification
Absence Reporting Procedure:
1. Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School
Attendance Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each
day their student is absent.
2. Please include the following information:
a. Your name and relationship to the student.
b. Absent student’s name and grade.
c. Day (Monday - Friday) and date of absence.
d. Reason for absence.
e. A daytime phone number where you may be reached which allows us to verify your call, if there is a need.
Sample Message: This is John Doe, father of Mike Doe, grade 10.
Mike will be absent Monday, September 16 because of illness. I can
be reached at my work number 111-111-1111 during the day.
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7:10 a.m. School open to students
7:25 a.m. Warning Bell
7:30 - 8:20 a.m. 8:25 - 9:15 a.m. 9:20 - 10:10 a.m. 10:15 - 11:05 a.m. 1st lunch 11:05-11:35 Period 5A - 11:40-12:30
2nd lunch 11:35-12:00 Period 5B - 11:10-11:35 (Lunch) 12:05-12:30
3rd lunch 12:00-12:30 Period 5C - 11:10-12:00
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AVHS Daily Schedule
• MSHSL Start Date
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country
- Football
- Soccer
- Girls Swimming/Diving
- Girls Tennis
- Volleyball
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
12:35 - 1:25 p.m. Period 6
1:30 - 2:20 p.m. Period 7
2:30 p.m. Buses ready for loading
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• New Teacher Workshop
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• Teacher Workshop
• Tri 1 Parking Tags available on
SchoolView/FeePay
All fines must be paid
• MSHSL Start Date
- Adapted Soccer
August 2015
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
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• Election Day - Primaries
(No school activities 6-8 pm)
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• Girls Tennis @ Stillwater
9 am
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• New Teacher Workshop
• Girls Tennis @ BJHS
3:30 pm
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• New Teacher Workshop
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
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• New Teacher Workshop
• Girls Tennis @ LSHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ Owatonna
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Football @ Forest Lake 7pm
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• Girls Tennis @ New Prague
Invitational 9:00 am
• Boys Soccer vs Minnehaha
5 pm
• Girls Soccer vs Park 7 pm
• New Student Orientation
1:30 pm
• Football vs RHS 7pm
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College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Plan to attend the Minnesota College Fair on October 21 at the
Minneapolis Convention Center.
• Visit with college representatives at AVHS.
SENIORS
• Begin acquiring college applications by downloading from college
admissions websites.
• If you are planning to take or retake the ACT or SAT, apply online at
www.act.org or www.collegeboard.org.
• Visit with college representatives at AVHS. Conference times
are posted on the Career Center bulletin board and in the daily
announcements.
• Begin applying to colleges. Students should check with colleges for
early admission dates.
• Obtain transcripts from www.parchment.com.
• Call to schedule college visits.
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Attendance/Absence Notification
Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
• Labor Day
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
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• Speech & Debate Parent/
Student Open House 7 pm
• Girls Soccer vs Mpls SW
7 pm
Did you know....
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Eighty-four percent of the 2015 senior class
plan to attend either a 2-year college or a
4-year college or university this fall.
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
6 - Monthly Planner
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
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WEDNESDAY
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• Teacher Workshop
• Girls Tennis @ EHS 3:30 pm
• Boys Soccer @ Richfield
7 pm
• Girls Soccer @ Stillwater
7 pm
• Volleyball vs BKHS 7 pm
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• ACT Test
• Girls Swim/Dive @ Spring
Lake Park 9 am
• Volleyball Aerie Challenge
9:30 am
• Boys Soccer @ Sibley
7 pm
• Girls Soccer vs Hastings
7 pm
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• Girls Swim/Dive @ Mpls SW
Dive 9 am/Swim 1 pm
• Boys Soccer vs Park
7 pm
• Girls Tennis @ Visitation
4 pm
• Football vs EVHS 7 pm
• Sched D - Mock Car Crash
• Girls Tennis @ BHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ LSHS
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive @ EVHS
6 pm
• Volleyball @ LSHS 7 pm
• Girls Tennis @ Shakopee
3:45 pm
• Volleyball @ BJHS 7 pm
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• School Picture Day, Gym D
• Cross Country @ Faribault
Invite 4 pm
• Volleyball Aerie Challenge
5 pm
• Football vs BHS 7 pm
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• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Girls Tennis @ FHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer vs PLHS
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs EHS
6 pm
• Volleyball vs PLHS
7 pm
SATURDAY
• Cross Country @ Eagan
Invite 10 am
10
• Theatre Open House 7 pm
• Girls Tennis @ EVHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ Shakopee
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs
Shakopee 6 pm
• Girls Tennis vs LNHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer vs BHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Volleyball vs BHS 7 pm
• Girls Tennis vs PLHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ FHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive @ LNHS
Dive 5 pm/Swim 6 pm
• Volleyball @ FHS 7 pm
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• First Day of School
- 7:30 am - 9th Grade & New
10, 11, 12 Graders Report
- 10:00 am - All 10, 11, 12
Graders Report
• Soccer @ LNHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Volleyball vs Concordia Acad
7 pm
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FRIDAY
• Teacher Workshop
• Girls Tennis vs RHS
3:30 pm
• Girls Swim @ BHS 6 pm
• Football @ FHS 7 pm
• Boys Soccer vs
Robbinsdale Cooper 7 pm
• Volleyball vs Albert Lea
7 pm
• Teacher Workshop
• Back to School Night/
9th Grade Orientation
6:30-8 pm
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• Debate - Des Moines, IA
• Volleyball Eagle Invite 5 pm
• Football @ LSHS 7 pm
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• Debate - LSHS
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
• Warrior 5K Run/Walk 9 am
• Volleyball Eagle Invite
9:30 am
• Cross Country Eagle Invite
9:45 am
• Girls Soccer @ Duluth East
12 pm
• Boys Soccer vs Rochester
Century 3 pm
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• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
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College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Visit college representatives at AVHS.
• Take the PSAT, the practice test for the SAT and qualifier for National
Merit Scholarship.
SENIORS
• Take ACT if necessary. www.act.org
• Visit college representatives at AVHS and schedule college visits.
• Narrow college choices to the three to five schools you most want to
attend.
• Start getting letters of recommendation for your November earlydecision applications.
• Call and schedule college visits.
• Discuss scholarships with your counselor.
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Attendance/Absence Notification
Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
• Pass/No Credit forms due to
Guidance Office
• Homecoming Week
• Coronation 7 pm
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• Fall Choir Concert 7:30 pm
• Volleyball vs EPHS 7 pm
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Did you know....
2014-15 Speech Team earned:
• 13 NSDA National Tournament qualifiers,
awarded School of Outstanding Distinction,
3 nat’l semi-finalists, 1 runner-up.
• 14 NCFL National Tournament qualifiers,
Team Excellence Award, 6 nat’l finalists
incl. a nat’l champion & runner-up.
• 14 qualifiers - MSHSL, 2 championships
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• MSHSL Start Date
- Competitive Dance Team
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• Dakota Valley Choir Festivall
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• MSHSL Start Date
- Girls Hockey
October 2015
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
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• Mid-Term Progress Reports
to Parents/Guardians
• Homecoming Week
• Cross Country @ STMA
Invite 4 pm
• Powder Puff Football 5:30 pm
• Soccer @ EHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs PLHS 6p
• Volleyball @ EHS 7 pm
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• Picture Retakes Rm 136
• Cross Country SSC Meet
@ EHS 3:30 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs RHS
6 pm
• Volleyball vs EVHS 7 pm
• Soccer Sections
• Boys Cross Country
MEA Border Battle 3:30 pm
• Volleyball @ LNHS 7 pm
• Football Sections
• Soccer Sections
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• Girls Swim/Dive @ LSHS
Dive 5 pm/Swim 6 pm
• Soccer State
• Girls Tennis State Team
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• No School for Students
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
7-10 am
• Homecoming Week
• Football vs EHS 7 pm
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• PSAT Test @ AVHS 7:30 am
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
• Soccer State
• Girls Tennis State Team
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• Debate - Blaine
• Debate - LNHS
• Homecoming Dance 8-11 pm
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• ACT Test @ AVHS 7:30 am
• Debate - Maple Grove
• Comp. Cheer @ LNHS Invite
• Football Sections
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• Cross Country Sections @
Valleywood Golf Course
• Football State
• Soccer State
• Girls Tennis State Ind.
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• No School - MEA Teachers’
Convention
• Debate - St. Croix Prep
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Dakota Valley Choir Festival
Rehearsal
• Girls Swim/Dive @ FHS
6 pm
• MN College Fair, Convention • Volleyball @ Shakopee
7 pm
Center 9 am-12 pm
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• SAT Test
• Debate - Anoka
• Volleyball October Classic
9:30 am
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• No School - MEA Teachers’
Convention
• Soccer Sections
• Football Sections
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• Eagle Day 9 am
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:30-8:30 pm
• Homecoming Week
• Soccer vs EVHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Schedule A - Pepfest
• Homecoming Week
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• No School for Students
(Data analysis and
instructional alignment)
• Volleyball October Classic
5 pm
• Football @ LNHS 7 pm
• Soccer vs RHS
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Volleyball vs RHS 7 pm
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• Football State
• Girls Tennis State Ind.
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• Debate - Andover
• Debate - East Ridge
• Comp Cheer UCA Regionals
• Football State
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College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Talk with your counselor, parents, teachers and professionals in a
given career about college options.
• Begin to become familiar with admission requirements at the
colleges in which you are most interested. Visit the Career Center.
November 2015
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SENIORS
• Contact the schools you have applied to about financial aid and
scholarship information.
• Plan to have all your college applications completed and mailed
before winter break.
• Continue to explore scholarship opportunities.
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Alpine Skiing
- Boys Basketball
- Gymnastics
- Boys Hockey
- Nordic Skiing
• Fall Musical 2 pm
• Minneapple Debate
• Comp Cheer @ EVHS
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• MSHSL Start Date:
- Adapted Floor Hockey
- Girls Basketball
- Wrestling
- Figure Skating
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Did you know....
AVHS has earned at least one
athletic state championship
for 33 consecutive years.
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• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
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• Concert Band with VMS 8th
Grade Band 7:30 pm
• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
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• Final Winter Tri Schedules
handed out - Hr 3
• Tri 2 Parking Tags available on
SchoolView/FeePay
All fines must be paid
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Boys Swimming/Diving
November 2015
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
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THURSDAY
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• Schedule C - Fall Musical
Previews
• Winter & Spring Tri Schedules
Handed Out, 3rd hr
• Election Day
(No school activities 6-8 pm)
• Soccer State
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• Girls Hockey vs RHS 7 pm
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• Boys Bball @ Chanhassen
7 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ FHS
7 pm
• Girls Hockey @ EHS
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• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive State
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• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
• Adapted Soccer CI State
• Adapted Soccer PI State
• Girls Swim/Dive State
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• No School
Thanksgiving Break
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• Debate - Forest Lake
• Debate - Highland Park
• Girls Hockey vs Park 2 pm
• Football State
• Volleyball State
• Debate - Highland Park
• Football State
• Girls Swim/Dive Sections
• Volleyball State
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• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Fall Dance Show 7:30 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive State
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• SAT Test
• Minneapple Debate
• Fall Musical 7:30 pm
• Comp Cheer Jaguar Jam
• Cross Country State Meet
• Football State
• No School for Students
(Staff Development)
• Fall Musical 7:30 pm
• Minneapple Debate
• Football State
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• Girls Hockey @ East Ridge
7:30 pm
• Adapted Soccer CI Sections
• Girls Swim/Dive Sections
• Volleyball State
• Veterans’ Day Assembly
• National Letter of Intent
Signing
• Girls Swim/Dive Sections
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• Eagle Day 1:07 pm
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Winter & Spring Tri Schedule • Winter & Spring Tri Schedule
Corrections
Corrections
• Fall Musical Preview 7th Hr. • Fall Musical 7:30 pm
• Girls Hockey vs Mpls 7 pm
• Fall Musical Senior Citizen
• Football State
Preview 3:00 pm
• Soccer State
• Soccer State
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• Congressional Debate
Central NSDA Qualifier
• Adapted Soccer PI Sections
FRIDAY
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• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
• Debate - Robbinsdale
• Comp Cheer @ PEM
Bulldog Classic
• Girls Hockey @ LSHS
• Adapted Soccer CI State
• Adapted Soccer PI State
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• No School
Thanksgiving Break
• Boys Hockey @ Vets Arena
vs Coon Rapids/Park/Simley
• Basketball vs Minnetonka
Girls 4 pm / Boys 6 pm
• Boys Hockey @ Vets Arena
vs Coon Rapids/Park/Simley
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College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
December 2015
JUNIORS
• Continue to visit with college representatives in the Career Center.
SENIORS
• Locate and read information about housing accommodations at the
college to which you have applied.
• Plan to have all your college applications submitted before winter
break.
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Attendance/Absence Notification
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Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
• 1st Day of Winter Trimester
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• Holiday Band Concert 7:30 pm
20
Did you know....
AVHS is part of the District 196 STEM
Corridor consisting of Cedar Park STEM
Elementary School, Valley Middle School of
STEM and AVHS.
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• Holiday Choir Concert
7:30 pm
• Debate - Blake
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• No School - Winter Break
• Girls Bball @
Roseville Tourney
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth
• Girls Hockey @ Warroad
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
• Boys Bball @ Chaska
7 pm
• Girls Bball vs BKHS 7 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ LNHS
7 pm
• Girls Hockey vs PLHS 7 pm
8
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• Boys Bball @ FHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs FHS 7 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ PLHS
7 pm
• Gymnastics @ EVHS 6 pm
• Girls Hockey vs LNHS 7 pm
23
• Boys Hockey @ RHS
29
• No School - Winter Break
5
• SAT Test
• AVaires Invitational 9 am
• Wrestling @ Winona 10 am
• Boys Hockey @ EVHS 12pm
• Girls Hockey @ EVHS 2 pm
• Girls Bball @ Rochester
7:30 pm
• Comp Cheer @ PLHS
• No School for Students
(Teacher Workshop)
11
12
18
19
• ACT Test
• Debate - Central NSDA Nat’l
Qualifier
• Wrestling @ Council Bluffs
Classic 10 am
• Gymnastics @ PLHS 12 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive @ PLHS
• Wrestling @ Council Bluffs
12 pm
Classic 1 pm
• Boys Hockey @ FHS 3 pm
• Boys Swim vs BHS
• Boys Bball @ Minnetonka
6 pm
Breakdown Tip Off Classic
• Boys Bball @ LSHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey @ FHS 7:30pm • Comp Cheer Beach Bash
• Dance @ EVHS Invitational
• Debate - Blake
• Boys Bball vs EVHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ EVHS 7 pm
• Wrestling @ Rochester
Holiday Tourney
24
30
• No School - Winter Break
• Boys Bball @
Granite City Classic
• Girls Bball @
Roseville Tourney
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth
4
17
• Schedule B, Winter Pepfest
• T1 Report Cards brought home
• Boys Swim/Dive vs
Shakopee 6 pm
• Boys Hockey vs LNHS 7 pm
22
• No School - Winter Break
• Boys Bball @
Granite City Classic
• Girls Bball @
Roseville Tourney
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth
• Girls Hockey @ Warroad
10
• SES Field Trip
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Boys Hockey @ Shakopee
• Wrestling vs EVHS
15
SATURDAY
3
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(2, 4, 5, 6)
• Last Day Fall Trimester
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth East
6 pm
• Wrestling vs LSHS 7 pm
• SES Information Day
10th Gr, Theatre
• Gymnastics vs FHS 6 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ LSHS
7 pm
• Boys Bball vs PLHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ East Ridge
7:15 pm
• Girls Hockey @ Shakopee
• Girls Hockey @ RHS
FRIDAY
2
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(1, 3, 5, 7)
December 2015
• Debate - Blake
• Dance Team SSC @ RHS
11 am
• Boys Hockey vs BHS 2 pm
• Girls Hockey vs BHS 6 pm
• Wrestling @ Rochester
Holiday Tourney
25
• No School - Winter Break
26
• Girls Hockey @ Warroad
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• No School - Winter Break
Monthly Planner - 13
College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
SOPHOMORES
• Have your parents attend the Registration Seminar on January 12 at
7:00 p.m. to learn about how to prepare for your junior and senior
year.
• On-line registration is during January.
• Attend College Planning Night - January 12, 7:00 p.m.
JUNIORS
• Understand admission requirements at the colleges which you are
considering.
• Have your parents attend the Registration Seminar on January 12 at
7:00 p.m. to learn how to prepare for your senior year.
• On-line registration is during January.
• Attend College Planning Night - January 12, 7:00 p.m.
SENIORS
• Continue researching scholarships: www.finaid.org.
• If you have a housing contract from a college, reserve your dorm
room now if possible (Most deposits are partially refundable until
June 1).
• Complete the FAFSA form: www.fafsa.ed.gov.
• Continue to explore scholarship opportunities.
January 2014
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• School Resumes
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• Speech Florida Tournament
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• Grade 11 Registration
Handout
• One-Act Play 7:30 pm
• Speech Florida Tournament
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Did you know....
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• No School Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Panorama of Bands
Concert 7 pm
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25
Science Olympiad has qualified for State
for all 31 years MN Science Olympiad
has existed with 22 Top 5 finishes.
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• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
14 - Monthly Planner
• SES Reg 1st Hr Rm 124
• Concert/Symphonic Band
Concert 7:30 pm
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Mpls
January 2016
2014
January
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
• Gymnastics @ WatertownMayer Invite 1 pm
• Comp Cheer @ Minnetonka
• Wrestling @ The Clash
• No School - Winter Break
• Wrestling @ The Clash
5
• SES Registration, Rm 124
1st Hr
• Gymnastics vs PLHS 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive @ RHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball @ EHS 7 pm
• Girils Bball vs EHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey vs LSHS 7 pm
12
6
• Grade 9 Registration
Handout
• Comp Cheer SSC @ AVHS
6 pm
13
• PSEO Meeting 6 pm
• College Planning 7 pm
• 8th Gr Parent Reg Night 7:30 pm
• Gymnastics @ LSHS 6 pm
• Boys Bball vs LNHS 7 pm
• VMS, FRMS, SHMS 8th Gr
• Girls Bball @ LNHS 7 pm
to AVHS 9:30-10:45 am
• Girls Hockey @ PLHS
19
• Mid-Term Progress Reports
to Parent/Guardians
• Gymnastics @ LNHS 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive vs LNHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball @ RHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs RHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey vs Shakopee
7 pm
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• Online Registration Closes
• Gymnastics vs EHS 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive @ EVHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball vs LSHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ LSHS 7 pm
• Boys Hockey @ Hastings
7:30 pm
• Girls Hockey @ LNHS
7
• Grade 10 Registration
Handout
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Rochester 6 pm
• Boys Bball @ BHS 7 pm
• Wrestling @ Shakopee 7 pm
• Boys Hockey @ LSHS
20
• Accuplacer Exam @ AVHS
7:30 am
27
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Humboldt 6 pm
8
• Incomplete Deadline for T1
• Pass/No Credit Forms due
• Debate Sections
• Speech Florida Tournament
• Boys Swim/Dive vs PLHS
6 pm
• Girls Bball vs BHS 7 pm
• Wrestling @ BHS 7 pm
14
15
• No School for Students
(Data analysis and
instructional alignment)
• Online Registration Opens
• MSHSL State Debate
• Boys Swim/Dive @ LSHS
Dive 5 pm/Swim 6 pm
• Boys Bball @ Shakopee
7 pm
• Wrestling vs RHS 7 pm
• Eagle Day 9 am
• Jazz Ensemble Concert
7:30 pm
• Girls Bball vs Shakopee
7 pm
• Boys Hockey @ PLHS
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• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:30-8:30 pm
• Fin Aid Info 6 pm Rm124
• Girls Bball @ PLHS 7 pm
• Boys Hockey vs Shakopee
7 pm
• Wrestling @ FHS 7 pm
28
• One-Act Play Sections
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
BHS/FHS/LHS 6 pm
• Boys Hockey @ LNHS
• Wrestling @ EHS
2
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• MSHSL Start Date
- Robotics (FRC)
• Debate Sections
• Speech Florida Tournament
• Girls Hockey vs EHS 2 pm
• Boys Hockey vs EHS 6 pm
• Comp Cheer SSC @ AVHS
• Comp Cheer Sweetheart
Classic @ Edina
16
• ASVAB Exam @ AVHS
7:30 am
• MSHSL State Debate
• Girls Hockey vs EVHS 12pm
• Boys Hockey vs EVHS 2 pm
22
• No School - Parent/Teacher
Conferences 7-10 am
• Boys Bball @ PLHS 7 pm
• Wrestling vs PLHS 7 pm
29
• One-Act Play Sections
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
• Speech - Marshall
• Boys Bball vs FHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ FHS 7 pm
23
• SAT Test
• Speech - Chanhassen
• Gymnastics @ EVHS 11 am
• Boys Hockey vs FHS 2 pm
• Girls Hockey vs FHS 6 pm
30
• Instrumental Solo/Ensemble
Festival 9 am-3 pm
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
• Speech - Eden Prairie
• Speech - Marshall
• Wrestling @ Blaine 9 am
• Girls Hockey @ BHS 3 pm
• Boys Hockey @ BHS 7 pm
• Comp Cheer MCCA State
Monthly Planner - 15
College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Plan to register for the ACT and/or SAT. Register online at www.act.
org
February 2016
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
SENIORS
• File federal financial aid forms as soon as possible.
• Be certain to keep up your grades during Winter and Spring trimester.
If you’re on a waiting list your grades can become the determining
factor.
• AVHS Common Scholarship
applications available
• ACCESS Test Window
open (ELL) until Mar 18
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
Attendance/Absence Notification
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Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
• Comp Cheer UCA Nat’ls
• No School - Presidents’ Day
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Humboldt 4:30 pm
Did you know....
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• Broadway 2:00 pm
AVHS Nationally Ranked Teams
Wrestling - #17
InterMat Wrestling Magazine
Basketball, Boys - #14
MaxPreps National Magazine
• Broadway 2:00 pm
16 - Monthly Planner
• Adapted Hockey PI Sections
February 2016
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
2
• Gymnastics vs RHS 6 pm
• Boys Bball vs EHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ EHS 7 pm
• Alpine Skiing Sections
• Nordic Skiing Sections
3
• Boys Swim/Dive vs FHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball vs BHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ BHS 7 pm
10
• Schedule C - Broadway
Previews
• Boys Bball @ LNHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs LNHS 7 pm
23
• Girls Bball vs PLHS 7 pm
5
• Minneapple Speech
• Boys Bball @ EVHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs EVHS 7 pm
• Comp Cheer UCA Nat’ls
11
17
• Broadway Preview 7th Hr.
• Broadway Senior Citizen
Preview 3 pm
• Girls Hockey State
18
24
• SSC Concert Choir @ LSHS
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
• Boys Basketball Sections
• Boys Swim/Dive Sections
13
19
25
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
South Sub 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive Sections
• Wrestling State/Team
• ACT Test
• Minneapple Speech
• Girls Bball @ Park 1 pm
• Boys Hockey vs LSHS 2 pm
• Comp Cheer UCA Nat’ls
• Dance Team Sections
• All-State Band & Orchestra
• Speech - East Ridge
• Boys Hockey @ EHS 3 pm
• Dance Team State
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Boys Bball vs RHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ RHS 7 pm
• Gymnastics State
• Girls Hockey State
• Wrestling Sections/Ind
• Eagle Day 1:07pm
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Girls Hockey State
6
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• No School for Students
(Staff Development)
• One-Act Play State
• One-Act Play State
• Girls Bball @ Shakopee
• Boys Bball vs Shakopee
7 pm
7 pm
• Dance Team State
• Boys Hockey vs PLHS 7 pm • Gymnastics Sections
• Nordic Skiing State Meet
• Wrestling Sections/Team
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Highland Park 6 pm
• Alpine Skiing State Meet
16
SATURDAY
4
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• One-Act Play Sections
• Boys Swim/Dive vs EHS
6 pm
• Boys Hockey vs RHS 7 pm
• Wrestling vs LNHS 7pm
• National Honor Society
Info Mtg, 4th hr, Rm 124
• National Letter of Intent
Signing
9
FRIDAY
20
• Speech - EVHS
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Gymnastics State
• Girls Hockey State
• Wrestling Sections/Ind
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• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Girls Bball vs LSHS 7 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive Sections
• Wrestling State/Ind
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• Speech - BJHS
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Boys Basketball Sections
• Wrestling State/Ind
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Monthly Planner - 17
College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Plan to visit colleges over spring break.
• Visit with college representatives at AVHS.
• Attend District 196 College Fair at Rosemount High School.
• Take the ACT: All juniors will take the ACT @ AVHS in the spring.
www.act.org
SENIORS
• Be certain to keep up your grades during Spring trimester. If you’re
on a waiting list your grades can become the determining factor.
• Continue to explore scholarship opportunities.
March 2016
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Attendance/Absence Notification
Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
• Fig Skate ISI Winter Classic
• Tri 3 Parking Tags available on
SchoolView/FeePay
All fines must be paid
• Concert/Symphonic/Wind
Ensemble Concert 7:30 pm
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Adapted Softball
13
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• 1st day of Spring Trimester
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Softball
- Track & Field
20
• No School - Spring Break
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Baseball
- Golf
Did you know....
AVHS was one of 24 schools in the country
to be awarded a Career Connect Grant from
the US Dept of Labor, worth almost $5 million.
Part of these funds were used to build the
Fab Lab, where students can use 3D printers,
vinyl cuttters, engraving tools and more!
18 - Monthly Planner
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• MSHSL Start Date:
- Boys Tennis
March 2016
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
2
• AVHS Common Scholarship
applications due in Guidance • SSC Concert Band Festival
• Precinct Caucus Night
• Girls Basketball Sections
(No school activities 6-8 pm) • Boys Hockey State
8
• Final Spring Tri Schedules
handed out 3rd Hr.
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(2, 4, 5, 6)
• Boys Basketball State
22
• MCA Reading Test, Gr 10
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(1, 3, 5, 7)
• Last Day Winter Trimester
• Fig Skate Ice Show 7 pm
• Boys Basketball State
• Girls Basketball Sections
• No School for Students
(Teacher Workshop)
• Speech - Central NSDA Nat’l
Qualifier
• Boys Basketball State
• Fig Skate Ice Show 7 pm
• Adapted Hockey CI State
• Adapted Hockey PI State
• SAT Test
• Speech - LNHS
• Fig Skate ISI Winter Classic
• Girls Basketball Sections
• Boys Hockey State
• Boys Swim/Dive State
12
• Speech - Central NSDA
Nat’l Qualifier
• Speech - EHS
• Fig Skate Ice Show 7 pm
• Boys Basketball State
• Adapted Hockey CI State
• Adapted Hockey PI State
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• Speech - Roseville
• Girls Basketball State
• Girls Basketball State
24
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17
• No School - Spring Break
• MCA Reading Test, Gr 10
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
4
10
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SATURDAY
• 4th Gr. Band Demo, Theatre
• Fig Skate ISI Winter Classic
• Boys Hockey State
• Boys Swim/Dive State
• Girls Basketball State
• No School - Spring Break
29
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Boys Basketball Sections
• Boys Hockey State
• Boys Swim/Dive State
16
• Girls Basketball State
• No School - Spring Break
3
9
15
• Masterworks Choir Concert
7:30 pm
• Girls Basketball State
FRIDAY
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26
• No School - Spring Break
31
• MCA Reading Test, Gr 10
• T2 Report Cards brought
home
Monthly Planner - 19
College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Visit with college representatives at AVHS.
SENIORS
• Most colleges will let you know whether you are accepted by April.
• Ask the college(s) that accepted you to thoroughly explain their
financial aid offers.
• Reply to the colleges that accepted you and choose the one you
believe will be best for you.
Attendance/Absence Notification
Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
April 2016
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• MSHSL Start Date:
- Lacrosse
10
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• Baseball @ EHS 4:15 pm
17
Did you know....
18
• Senior Class Meeting 4th Hr
• Baseball @ Shakopee
4:15 pm
24
25
In 2014-15 AVHS National Honor Society
students completed over 3,000 hours
of community service.
• Baseball vs BHS 4:15 pm
20 - Monthly Planner
April 2016
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
5
• MCA Math Test, Gr 11
• Baseball @ RHS 4:15 pm
12
6
• MCA Math Test, Gr 11
• MSHSL Section Speech
• ACT + Writing, grade 11 only
7:30 am;
• No School for Seniors
• Midterm Progress Reports
to Parents/Guardians
• Lacrosse @ Shakopee
26
• MCA Makeup Tests
Gr 10-11
• Schedule C, Spring Play
Previews
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
• Lacrosse vs PLHS
SATURDAY
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9
• ACT Test
• Eloquence Speech 7:30 pm
• Vocal Solo/Ensemble
Contest @ RHS
• MCA Math Test, Gr 11
• Baseball vs LSHS 4:15 pm
13
• National Letter of Intent
Signing
• Baseball vs PLHS 4:15 pm
19
FRIDAY
20
• Baseball vs FHS 4:15 pm
27
• MCA Makeup Tests
Gr 10-11
• Spring Play Preview 7th Hr
• Spring Play Senior Preview
3 pm
• Baseball vs RHS 4:15 pm
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
14
• Baseball @ EVHS 4:15 pm
15
• Incomplete Deadline for T2
• Pass/No Credit forms due
in Guidance Office
• MSHSL State Speech
21
• Eagle Day 1:07 pm
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:30-7:30 pm
• Baseball @ LNHS 4:15 pm
• Lacrosse @ LSHS
22
• No School for Students
(Data analysis and
instructional alignment)
• Eagle Buddies Prom 4 pm
28
• Bloodmobile Gym D
• Baseball @ LSHS 4:15 pm
• Spring Play 7:30 pm
• Lacrosse vs LNHS
16
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• Softball @ Shakopee Tourney
29
• Spring Play 7:30 pm
30
• Debate Tournament of
Champions
• Spring Play 7:30 pm
Monthly Planner - 21
College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Register for summer school, if necessary, so you can graduate on
time with your class.
May 2016
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
SENIORS
• Inform all colleges to which you have been accepted as to your
decision by May 1.
2
• AP Testing
• Distribution of 2015-2016
schedules
• Debate Tournament of
Champions
• NHS Induction 7 pm
• Baseball vs EHS 4:15 pm
• Debate Tournament of
Champions
• Spring Play 2 pm
8
9
• AP Testing
• Jazz Ensemble Concert
7:30 pm
• Baseball vs Shakopee
4:15 pm
• Lacrosse vs EHS
15
• Baseball @ BHS 4:15 pm
• Activities Awards 6:30 pm
• Speech - NIETOC Nat’ls
Denver, CO
Did you know....
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AVHS 2015 State Championships
Basketball, Boys
Adapted Floor Hockey-CI
Wrestling
• NCFL Speech/Debate
22 - Monthly Planner
• No School - Memorial Day
• NCFL Speech/Debate
May 2016
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
3
• ACT + Writing Makeup Day
Grade 11 only 7:30 am
• AP Testing
• Lacrosse vs BHS
10
THURSDAY
4
• AP Testing
• Baseball @ PLHS 4:15 pm
17
• Schedule C, Danceworks
Preview
• Lacrosse @ FHS
• AP Testing
• Jazz Singers Concert
7:30 pm
• Baseball vs EVHS 4:15 pm
• Lacrosse @ EVHS
24
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• Adapted Softball CI Sections
• Track & Field SSC @ LNHS
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
• Adapted Softball PI Sections
• Track & Field SSC @ LNHS
6
• MCA Science Test
• AP Testing
• Baseball @ FHS 4:15 pm
• Lacrosse @ RHS
• AP Testing
13
• AP Testing
• Speech - NIETOC Nat’ls
Denver, CO
19
• Cap/Gown Distribution
during lunch
All fines must be paid
• Eagle Day 1:07 pm
• Danceworks 7:30 pm
14
• Speech - NIETOC Nat’ls
Denver, CO
20
• Senior Awards 9:30 am
Theatre
• Danceworks 7:30 pm
• Track & Field True Team
State
26
• Concert Band/Symphonic/
Wind Ensemble 6:30 pm
• Band Awards 8:30 pm
• Lacrosse @ Holy Angels
7
• SAT Test
• Prom, International Market
Square
- 5:30 pm - Check-In
- 6:30 pm - Grand March
- 7:30 pm - Dinner
- 8:30 pm - Midnight - Dance
12
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• Danceworks Preview 7th Hr
SATURDAY
5
11
• MCA Science Test
• AP Testing
• Percussion Ensemble
Concert 7:30 pm
• Baseball vs LNHS 4:15 pm
• MCA Science Test
• AP Testing
• Track & Field True Team
Sections
FRIDAY
21
• Robotics State
• Danceworks 7:30 pm
27
• Yearbook Distribution
• NCFL Speech/Debate
28
• NCFL Speech/Debate
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• Track & Field Sections
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College Timeline or “To Do” Activities
JUNIORS
• Visit college campuses and make appointments with the Office of
Admissions.
• Research, online or via Naviance Family Connection, colleges for
information and applications you will need as a senior.
• Attend Eagle Academy summer school, if necessary, so you can
graduate on time with your class.
June 2016
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Attendance/Absence Notification
5
Absence Reporting Procedure:
Parents are requested to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance
Voice Mail 952-431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is
absent. See page 2 of this calendar for a sample message.
6
• Golf Sections
12
• Summer School Begins
• Speech/Debate Nationals
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Did you know....
Almost 1 in 5 AVHS juniors and seniors are
participating in the E3 STEM program, earning
college credits while still in high school.
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June 2016
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
• Choir Pops Concert/Awards
- Awards 5:30 pm
- Concert 7:30 pm
• Lacrosse Sections
7
• Lacrosse Sections
• Boys Tennis State Team
14
• Golf State
• Lacrosse State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
2
• Seniors’ Last Day of School
• Track & Field Sections
8
15
• Graduation Rehearsal
Gym 9 am
• Golf Sections
• Lacrosse Sections
• Adapted Softball CI State
• SAT Test
• Graduation 6 pm
• Adapted Softball CI State
• Schedule F, Final Exams
(2,4,5,6)
• Last Day of School
• Softball State
• Boys Tennis State Ind/Dbls
• Track & Field State
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29
30
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• Teachers Workshop 1/2 day
• ACT Test
• Speech/Debate Nationals
• Track & Field State
17
• Baseball State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
21
4
10
16
• Baseball State
• Lacrosse State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
• Golf State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
3
9
• Schedule F, Final Exams
(1,3,5,7)
• Lacrosse Sections
• Softball State
• Boys Tennis State Ind/Dbls
• Boys Tennis State Team
SATURDAY
18
• Lacrosse State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
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July 2016
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JUNE
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• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
4
• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
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July 2016
For up-to-date event information, check the School Calendar at district196.org/avhs.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
5
• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
6
• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
7
• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
8
9
• MSHSL Summer Waiver
“No Contact Period”
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August/September 2015
Sunday
30
Monday
31
• Teacher Workshop
• Tri 1 Parking Tags available on
SchoolView/FeePay
All fines must be paid
• MSHSL Start Date
- Adapted Soccer
Tuesday
1
• Teacher Workshop
• Girls Tennis @ EHS 3:30 pm
• Boys Soccer @ Richfield
7 pm
• Girls Soccer @ Stillwater
7 pm
• Volleyball vs BKHS 7 pm
Wednesday
2
• Teacher Workshop
• Back to School Night/
9th Grade Orientation
6:30-8 pm
Thursday
3
• Teacher Workshop
• Girls Tennis vs RHS
3:30 pm
• Girls Swim @ BHS 6 pm
• Football @ FHS 7 pm
• Boys Soccer vs
Robbinsdale Cooper 7 pm
• Volleyball vs Albert Lea
7 pm
Friday
4
• Cross Country @ Eagan
Invite 10 am
Saturday
5
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September 2015
Sunday
6
Monday
7
• Labor Day
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
Tuesday
8
• First Day of School
- 7:30 am - 9th Grade & New
10, 11, 12 Graders Report
- 10:00 am - All 10, 11, 12
Graders Report
• Soccer @ LNHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Volleyball vs Concordia Acad
7 pm
Wednesday
9
Thursday
10
• Theatre Open House 7 pm
• Girls Tennis @ EVHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ Shakopee
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs
Shakopee 6 pm
Friday
11
• School Picture Day, Gym D
• Cross Country @ Faribault
Invite 4 pm
• Volleyball Aerie Challenge
5 pm
• Football vs BHS 7 pm
Saturday
12
• ACT Test
• Girls Swim/Dive @ Spring
Lake Park 9 am
• Volleyball Aerie Challenge
9:30 am
• Boys Soccer @ Sibley
7 pm
• Girls Soccer vs Hastings
7 pm
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September 2015
Sunday
13
Monday
14
Tuesday
15
Wednesday
16
Thursday
17
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Girls Tennis @ FHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer vs PLHS
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs EHS
6 pm
• Volleyball vs PLHS
7 pm
Friday
18
• Girls Tennis @ Visitation
4 pm
• Football vs EVHS 7 pm
Saturday
19
• Girls Swim/Dive @ Mpls SW
Dive 9 am/Swim 1 pm
• Boys Soccer vs Park
7 pm
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• Girls Tennis vs LNHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer vs BHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Volleyball vs BHS 7 pm
September 2015
Sunday
20
Monday
21
• Speech & Debate Parent/
Student Open House 7 pm
• Girls Soccer vs Mpls SW
7 pm
Tuesday
22
• Girls Tennis @ Shakopee
3:45 pm
• Volleyball @ BJHS 7 pm
Wednesday
23
Thursday
24
• Sched D - Mock Car Crash
• Girls Tennis @ BHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ LSHS
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive @ EVHS
6 pm
• Volleyball @ LSHS 7 pm
Friday
25
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
• Volleyball Eagle Invite 5 pm
• Football @ LSHS 7 pm
Saturday
26
• Debate - LSHS
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
• Warrior 5K Run/Walk 9 am
• Volleyball Eagle Invite 9:30 am
• Cross Country Eagle Invite 9:45 am
• Girls Soccer @ Duluth East 12 pm
• Boys Soccer vs Rochester
Century 3 pm
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September/October 2015
Sunday
27
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
Monday
28
• Debate - Des Moines, IA
Tuesday
29
• Girls Tennis vs PLHS
3:30 pm
• Soccer @ FHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive @ LNHS
Dive 5 pm/Swim 6 pm
• Volleyball @ FHS 7 pm
Wednesday
30
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
Thursday
1
• Soccer vs RHS
Girls 5 pm / Boys 7 pm
• Volleyball vs RHS 7 pm
Friday
2
• No School for Students
(Data analysis and
instructional alignment)
• Volleyball October Classic
5 pm
• Football @ LNHS 7 pm
Saturday
3
• SAT Test
• Debate - Anoka
• Volleyball October Classic
9:30 am
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September/October 2015
Sunday
4
Monday
5
• Pass/No Credit forms due to
Guidance Office
• Homecoming Week
• Coronation 7 pm
Tuesday
6
• Mid-Term Progress Reports
to Parents/Guardians
• Homecoming Week
• Cross Country @ STMA
Invite 4 pm
• Powder Puff Football 5:30 pm
• Soccer @ EHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs PLHS 6p
• Volleyball @ EHS 7 pm
Wednesday
7
• Schedule A - Pepfest
• Homecoming Week
Thursday
8
• Eagle Day 9 am
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:30-8:30 pm
• Homecoming Week
• Soccer vs EVHS
Boys 5 pm / Girls 7 pm
Friday
9
• No School for Students
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
7-10 am
• Homecoming Week
• Football vs EHS 7 pm
Saturday
10
• Debate - Blaine
• Debate - LNHS
• Homecoming Dance 8-11 pm
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October 2015
Sunday
11
Monday
12
• Fall Choir Concert 7:30 pm
• Volleyball vs EPHS 7 pm
Tuesday
13
• Picture Retakes Rm 136
• Cross Country SSC Meet
@ EHS 3:30 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive vs RHS
6 pm
• Volleyball vs EVHS 7 pm
• Soccer Sections
Wednesday
14
• Football Sections
Thursday
15
• No School - MEA Teachers’
Convention
• Soccer Sections
Friday
16
• No School - MEA Teachers’
Convention
• Debate - St. Croix Prep
Saturday
17
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October 2015
Sunday
18
Monday
19
• MSHSL Start Date
- Competitive Dance Team
Tuesday
20
• Boys Cross Country
MEA Border Battle 3:30 pm
• Volleyball @ LNHS 7 pm
• Football Sections
• Soccer Sections
Wednesday
21
• MN College Fair, Convention
Center 9 am-12 pm
Thursday
22
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Dakota Valley Choir Festival
Rehearsal
• Girls Swim/Dive @ FHS
6 pm
• Volleyball @ Shakopee
7 pm
Friday
23
Saturday
24
• ACT Test @ AVHS 7:30 am
• Debate - Maple Grove
• Comp. Cheer @ LNHS Invite
• Football Sections
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October 2015
Sunday
25
• Dakota Valley Choir Festivall
Monday
26
• MSHSL Start Date
- Girls Hockey
Tuesday
27
• Girls Swim/Dive @ LSHS
Dive 5 pm/Swim 6 pm
• Soccer State
• Girls Tennis State Team
Wednesday
28
• PSAT Test @ AVHS 7:30 am
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
• Soccer State
• Girls Tennis State Team
Thursday
29
• Cross Country Sections @
Valleywood Golf Course
• Football State
• Soccer State
• Girls Tennis State Ind.
Friday
30
• Football State
• Girls Tennis State Ind.
Saturday
31
• Debate - Andover
• Debate - East Ridge
• Comp Cheer UCA Regionals
• Football State
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November 2015
Sunday
1
Monday
2
Tuesday
3
• Schedule C - Fall Musical
Previews
• Winter & Spring Tri Schedules
Handed Out, 3rd hr
• Election Day
(No school activities 6-8 pm)
• Soccer State
Wednesday
4
• Winter & Spring Tri Schedule
Corrections
• Fall Musical Preview 7th Hr.
• Fall Musical Senior Citizen
Preview 3:00 pm
• Soccer State
Thursday
5
• Eagle Day 1:07 pm
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Winter & Spring Tri Schedule
Corrections
• Fall Musical 7:30 pm
• Girls Hockey vs Mpls 7 pm
• Football State
• Soccer State
Friday
6
• No School for Students
(Staff Development)
• Fall Musical 7:30 pm
• Minneapple Debate
• Football State
Saturday
7
• SAT Test
• Minneapple Debate
• Fall Musical 7:30 pm
• Comp Cheer Jaguar Jam
• Cross Country State Meet
• Football State
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November 2015
Sunday
8
• Fall Musical 2 pm
• Minneapple Debate
• Comp Cheer @ EVHS
Monday
9
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Alpine Skiing
- Boys Basketball
- Gymnastics
- Boys Hockey
- Nordic Skiing
Tuesday
10
• Congressional Debate
Central NSDA Qualifier
• Adapted Soccer PI Sections
Wednesday
11
• Veterans’ Day Assembly
• National Letter of Intent
Signing
• Girls Swim/Dive Sections
Thursday
12
• Girls Hockey @ East Ridge
7:30 pm
• Adapted Soccer CI Sections
• Girls Swim/Dive Sections
• Volleyball State
Friday
13
• Debate - Highland Park
• Football State
• Girls Swim/Dive Sections
• Volleyball State
Saturday
14
• Debate - Forest Lake
• Debate - Highland Park
• Girls Hockey vs Park 2 pm
• Football State
• Volleyball State
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November 2015
Sunday
15
Monday
16
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Adapted Floor Hockey
- Girls Basketball
- Wrestling
- Figure Skating
Tuesday
17
• Girls Hockey vs RHS 7 pm
Wednesday
18
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive State
Thursday
19
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Fall Dance Show 7:30 pm
• Girls Swim/Dive State
Friday
20
• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
• Adapted Soccer CI State
• Adapted Soccer PI State
• Girls Swim/Dive State
Saturday
21
• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
• Debate - Robbinsdale
• Comp Cheer @ PEM
Bulldog Classic
• Girls Hockey @ LSHS
• Adapted Soccer CI State
• Adapted Soccer PI State
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November 2015
Sunday
22
• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
Monday
23
• Concert Band with VMS 8th
Grade Band 7:30 pm
• Speech/Debate - Glenbrook
Tuesday
24
• Boys Bball @ Chanhassen
7 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ FHS
7 pm
• Girls Hockey @ EHS
Wednesday
25
Thursday
26
• No School
Thanksgiving Break
Friday
27
• No School
Thanksgiving Break
• Boys Hockey @ Vets Arena
vs Coon Rapids/Park/Simley
Saturday
28
• Basketball vs Minnetonka
Girls 4 pm / Boys 6 pm
• Boys Hockey @ Vets Arena
vs Coon Rapids/Park/Simley
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November/December 2015
Sunday
29
Monday
30
• Final Winter Tri Schedules
handed out - Hr 3
• Tri 2 Parking Tags available on
SchoolView/FeePay
All fines must be paid
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Boys Swimming/Diving
Tuesday
1
• Boys Bball @ Chaska
7 pm
• Girls Bball vs BKHS 7 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ LNHS
7 pm
• Girls Hockey vs PLHS 7 pm
Wednesday
2
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(1, 3, 5, 7)
Thursday
3
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(2, 4, 5, 6)
• Last Day Fall Trimester
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth East
6 pm
• Wrestling vs LSHS 7 pm
Friday
4
• No School for Students
(Teacher Workshop)
Saturday
5
• SAT Test
• AVaires Invitational 9 am
• Wrestling @ Winona 10 am
• Boys Hockey @ EVHS 12pm
• Girls Hockey @ EVHS 2 pm
• Girls Bball @ Rochester
7:30 pm
• Comp Cheer @ PLHS
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December 2015
Sunday
6
Monday
7
• 1st Day of Winter Trimester
Tuesday
8
• SES Information Day
10th Gr, Theatre
• Gymnastics vs FHS 6 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ LSHS
7 pm
• Boys Bball vs PLHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ East Ridge
7:15 pm
• Girls Hockey @ Shakopee
Wednesday
9
Thursday
10
• SES Field Trip
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Boys Hockey @ Shakopee
• Wrestling vs EVHS
Friday
11
• Wrestling @ Council Bluffs
Classic 1 pm
• Boys Swim vs BHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball @ LSHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey @ FHS 7:30p
Saturday
12
• ACT Test
• Debate - Central NSDA Nat’l Qualifier
• Wrestling @ Council Bluffs Classic 10 am
• Gymnastics @ PLHS 12 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive @ PLHS 12 pm
• Boys Hockey @ FHS 3 pm
• Boys Bball @ Minnetonka
Breakdown Tip Off Classic
• Comp Cheer Beach Bash
• Dance @ EVHS Invitational
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December 2015
Sunday
13
Monday
14
• Holiday Band Concert 7:30 pm
Tuesday
15
• Boys Bball @ FHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs FHS 7 pm
• Dance Team SSC @ PLHS
7 pm
• Gymnastics @ EVHS 6 pm
• Girls Hockey vs LNHS 7 pm
Wednesday
16
Thursday
17
• Schedule B, Winter Pepfest
• T1 Report Cards brought home
• Boys Swim/Dive vs
Shakopee 6 pm
• Boys Hockey vs LNHS 7 pm
Friday
18
• Debate - Blake
• Boys Bball vs EVHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ EVHS 7 pm
• Wrestling @ Rochester
Holiday Tourney
Saturday
19
• Debate - Blake
• Dance Team SSC @ RHS 11 am
• Boys Hockey vs BHS 2 pm
• Girls Hockey vs BHS 6 pm
• Wrestling @ Rochester
Holiday Tourney
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December 2015
Sunday
20
• Debate - Blake
Monday
21
• Holiday Choir Concert 7:30 pm
Tuesday
22
• Girls Hockey @ RHS
Wednesday
23
• Boys Hockey @ RHS
Thursday
24
• No School - Winter Break
Friday
25
• No School - Winter Break
Saturday
26
• Girls Hockey @ Warroad
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December/January 2015
Sunday
27
Monday
28
• No School - Winter Break
• Girls Bball @
Roseville Tourney
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth
• Girls Hockey @ Warroad
Tuesday
29
• No School - Winter Break
• Boys Bball @
Granite City Classic
• Girls Bball @
Roseville Tourney
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth
• Girls Hockey @ Warroad
Wednesday
Wednesday
30
• No School - Winter Break
• Boys Bball @
Granite City Classic
• Girls Bball @
Roseville Tourney
• Boys Hockey @ Duluth
Thursday
31
• No School - Winter Break
Friday
1
• No School - Winter Break
• Wrestling @ The Clash
Saturday
2
• Gymnastics @ WatertownMayer Invite 1 pm
• Comp Cheer @ Minnetonka
• Wrestling @ The Clash
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December 2015/January 2016
Sunday
3
Monday
4
• School Resumes
Tuesday
5
• SES Registration, Rm 124
1st Hr
• Gymnastics vs PLHS 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive @ RHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball @ EHS 7 pm
• Girils Bball vs EHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey vs LSHS 7 pm
Wednesday
6
• Grade 9 Registration
Handout
• Comp Cheer SSC @ AVHS
6 pm
Thursday
7
• Grade 10 Registration
Handout
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Rochester 6 pm
• Boys Bball @ BHS 7 pm
• Wrestling @ Shakopee 7 pm
• Boys Hockey @ LSHS
Friday
8
• Incomplete Deadline for T1
• Pass/No Credit Forms due
• Debate Sections
• Speech Florida Tournament
• Boys Swim/Dive vs PLHS
6 pm
• Girls Bball vs BHS 7 pm
• Wrestling @ BHS 7 pm
Saturday
9
• MSHSL Start Date
- Robotics (FRC)
• Debate Sections
• Speech Florida Tournament
• Girls Hockey vs EHS 2 pm
• Boys Hockey vs EHS 6 pm
• Comp Cheer SSC @ AVHS
• Comp Cheer Sweetheart
Classic @ Edina
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January 2016
Sunday
10
• Speech Florida Tournament
Monday
11
• Grade 11 Registration
Handout
• One-Act Play 7:30 pm
• Speech Florida Tournament
Tuesday
12
• PSEO Meeting 6 pm
• College Planning 7 pm
• 8th Gr Parent Reg Night 7:30 pm
• Gymnastics @ LSHS 6 pm
• Boys Bball vs LNHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ LNHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey @ PLHS
Wednesday
13
• VMS, FRMS, SHMS 8th Gr
to AVHS 9:30-10:45 am
Thursday
14
• Eagle Day 9 am
• Jazz Ensemble Concert
7:30 pm
• Girls Bball vs Shakopee
7 pm
• Boys Hockey @ PLHS
Friday
15
• No School for Students
(Data analysis and instructional alignment)
• Online Registration Opens
• MSHSL State Debate
• Boys Swim/Dive @ LSHS
Dive 5 pm/Swim 6 pm
• Boys Bball @ Shakopee 7 pm
• Wrestling vs RHS 7 pm
Saturday
16
• ASVAB Exam @ AVHS
7:30 am
• MSHSL State Debate
• Girls Hockey vs EVHS 12pm
• Boys Hockey vs EVHS 2 pm
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January 2016
Sunday
17
Monday
18
• No School Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Panorama of Bands
Concert 7 pm
Tuesday
19
• Mid-Term Progress Reports
to Parent/Guardians
• Gymnastics @ LNHS 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive vs LNHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball @ RHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs RHS 7 pm
• Girls Hockey vs Shakopee
7 pm
Wednesday
20
• Accuplacer Exam @ AVHS
7:30 am
Thursday
21
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:30-8:30 pm
• Fin Aid Info 6 pm Rm124
• Girls Bball @ PLHS 7 pm
• Boys Hockey vs Shakopee
7 pm
• Wrestling @ FHS 7 pm
Friday
Friday
22
• No School - Parent/Teacher
Conferences 7-10 am
• Boys Bball @ PLHS 7 pm
• Wrestling vs PLHS 7 pm
Saturday
23
• SAT Test
• Speech - Chanhassen
• Gymnastics @ EVHS 11 am
• Boys Hockey vs FHS 2 pm
• Girls Hockey vs FHS 6 pm
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January 2016
Sunday
24
Monday
25
• SES Reg 1st Hr Rm 124
• Concert/Symphonic Band
Concert 7:30 pm
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Mpls
Tuesday
26
• Online Registration Closes
• Gymnastics vs EHS 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive @ EVHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball vs LSHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ LSHS 7 pm
• Boys Hockey @ Hastings
7:30 pm
• Girls Hockey @ LNHS
Wednesday
27
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Humboldt 6 pm
Thursday
28
• One-Act Play Sections
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
BHS/FHS/LHS 6 pm
• Boys Hockey @ LNHS
• Wrestling @ EHS
Friday
29
• One-Act Play Sections
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
• Speech - Marshall
• Boys Bball vs FHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ FHS 7 pm
Saturday
30
• Instrumental Solo/Ensemble
Festival 9 am-3 pm
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
• Speech - Eden Prairie
• Speech - Marshall
• Wrestling @ Blaine 9 am
• Girls Hockey @ BHS 3 pm
• Boys Hockey @ BHS 7 pm
• Comp Cheer MCCA State
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January/February 2016
Sunday
31
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
Monday
1
• AVHS Common Scholarship
applications available
• ACCESS Test Window
open (ELL) until Mar 18
• Speech/Debate - Emory, GA
Tuesday
2
• Gymnastics vs RHS 6 pm
• Boys Bball vs EHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ EHS 7 pm
• Alpine Skiing Sections
• Nordic Skiing Sections
Wednesday
3
• National Honor Society
Info Mtg, 4th hr, Rm 124
• National Letter of Intent
Signing
Thursday
4
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• One-Act Play Sections
• Boys Swim/Dive vs EHS
6 pm
• Boys Hockey vs RHS 7 pm
• Wrestling vs LNHS 7pm
Friday
5
• Minneapple Speech
• Boys Bball @ EVHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs EVHS 7 pm
• Comp Cheer UCA Nat’ls
Saturday
6
• ACT Test
• Minneapple Speech
• Girls Bball @ Park 1 pm
• Boys Hockey vs LSHS 2 pm
• Comp Cheer UCA Nat’ls
• Dance Team Sections
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February 2016
• Comp Cheer UCA Nat’ls
Sunday
7
Monday
8
Tuesday
9
• Boys Swim/Dive vs FHS
6 pm
• Boys Bball vs BHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ BHS 7 pm
Wednesday
10
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Highland Park 6 pm
• Alpine Skiing State Meet
Thursday
11
• One-Act Play State
• Boys Bball vs Shakopee
7 pm
• Boys Hockey vs PLHS 7 pm
• Nordic Skiing State Meet
Friday
12
• No School for Students
(Staff Development)
• One-Act Play State
• Girls Bball @ Shakopee
7 pm
• Dance Team State
• Gymnastics Sections
• Wrestling Sections/Team
Saturday
13
• All-State Band & Orchestra
• Speech - East Ridge
• Boys Hockey @ EHS 3 pm
• Dance Team State
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February 2016
Sunday
14
Monday
15
• No School - Presidents’ Day
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
Humboldt 4:30 pm
Tuesday
16
• Schedule C - Broadway
Previews
• Boys Bball @ LNHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball vs LNHS 7 pm
Wednesday
17
• Broadway Preview 7th Hr.
• Broadway Senior Citizen
Preview 3 pm
• Girls Hockey State
Thursday
18
• Eagle Day 1:07pm
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Girls Hockey State
Friday
19
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Boys Bball vs RHS 7 pm
• Girls Bball @ RHS 7 pm
• Gymnastics State
• Girls Hockey State
• Wrestling Sections/Ind
Saturday
20
• Speech - EVHS
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Gymnastics State
• Girls Hockey State
• Wrestling Sections/Ind
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February 2016
• Broadway 2:00 pm
Sunday
21
Monday
22
Tuesday
23
• Girls Bball vs PLHS 7 pm
Wednesday
24
• SSC Concert Choir @ LSHS
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
• Boys Basketball Sections
• Boys Swim/Dive Sections
Thursday
25
• Adapted Hockey PI vs
South Sub 6 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive Sections
• Wrestling State/Team
Friday
26
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Girls Bball vs LSHS 7 pm
• Boys Swim/Dive Sections
• Wrestling State/Ind
Saturday
27
• Speech - BJHS
• Broadway 7:30 pm
• Boys Basketball Sections
• Wrestling State/Ind
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February/March 2016
Sunday
28
• Broadway 2 pm
Monday
29
• Adapted Hockey PI Sections
Tuesday
1
• AVHS Common Scholarship
applications due in Guidance
• Precinct Caucus Night
(No school activities 6-8 pm)
Wednesday
2
• SSC Concert Band Festival
• Girls Basketball Sections
• Boys Hockey State
Thursday
3
• STRIVE 1st Hr, Rm 103
• Boys Basketball Sections
• Boys Hockey State
• Boys Swim/Dive State
Friday
4
• 4th Gr. Band Demo, Theatre
• Fig Skate ISI Winter Classic
• Boys Hockey State
• Boys Swim/Dive State
Saturday
5
• SAT Test
• Speech - LNHS
• Fig Skate ISI Winter Classic
• Girls Basketball Sections
• Boys Hockey State
• Boys Swim/Dive State
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March 2016
Sunday
6
• Fig Skate ISI Winter Classic
Monday
7
• Tri 3 Parking Tags available on
SchoolView/FeePay
All fines must be paid
• Concert/Symphonic/Wind
Ensemble Concert 7:30 pm
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Adapted Softball
Tuesday
8
• Final Spring Tri Schedules
handed out 3rd Hr.
Wednesday
9
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(2, 4, 5, 6)
• Boys Basketball State
Thursday
10
• Schedule F - Final Exams
(1, 3, 5, 7)
• Last Day Winter Trimester
• Fig Skate Ice Show 7 pm
• Boys Basketball State
• Girls Basketball Sections
Friday
11
• No School for Students
(Teacher Workshop)
• Speech - Central NSDA Nat’l
Qualifier
• Boys Basketball State
• Fig Skate Ice Show 7 pm
• Adapted Hockey CI State
• Adapted Hockey PI State
Saturday
12
• Speech - Central NSDA
Nat’l Qualifier
• Speech - EHS
• Fig Skate Ice Show 7 pm
• Boys Basketball State
• Adapted Hockey CI State
• Adapted Hockey PI State
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March 2016
Sunday
13
Monday
14
• 1st day of Spring Trimester
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Softball
- Track & Field
Tuesday
15
• Masterworks Choir Concert
7:30 pm
• Girls Basketball State
Wednesday
16
• Girls Basketball State
Thursday
17
• Girls Basketball State
Friday
18
• Girls Basketball State
Saturday
19
• Speech - Roseville
• Girls Basketball State
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March 2016
Sunday
20
Monday
21
• No School - Spring Break
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Baseball
- Golf
Tuesday
Tuesday
22
• No School - Spring Break
Wednesday
Wednesday
23
• No School - Spring Break
Thursday
Thursday
24
• No School - Spring Break
Friday
25
• No School - Spring Break
Saturday
26
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March/April 2016
Sunday
27
Monday
28
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Boys Tennis
Tuesday
29
• MCA Reading Test, Gr 10
Wednesday
30
• MCA Reading Test, Gr 10
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
Thursday
31
• MCA Reading Test, Gr 10
• T2 Report Cards brought
home
Friday
1
Saturday
2
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April 2016
Sunday
3
Monday
4
• MSHSL Start Date:
- Lacrosse
Tuesday
5
• MCA Math Test, Gr 11
• Baseball @ RHS 4:15 pm
Wednesday
6
• MCA Math Test, Gr 11
• MSHSL Section Speech
Thursday
7
• MCA Math Test, Gr 11
• Baseball vs LSHS 4:15 pm
Friday
8
Saturday
9
• ACT Test
• Eloquence Speech 7:30 pm
• Vocal Solo/Ensemble
Contest @ RHS
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April 2016
Sunday
10
Monday
11
Tuesday
12
Wednesday
13
• National Letter of Intent
Signing
• Baseball vs PLHS 4:15 pm
Thursday
14
• Baseball @ EVHS 4:15 pm
Friday
15
• Incomplete Deadline for T2
• Pass/No Credit forms due
in Guidance Office
• MSHSL State Speech
Saturday
16
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• Baseball @ EHS 4:15 pm
April 2016
Sunday
17
Monday
18
• Senior Class Meeting 4th Hr
• Baseball @ Shakopee
4:15 pm
Tuesday
19
• ACT + Writing, grade 11 only
7:30 am;
• No School for Seniors
• Midterm Progress Reports
to Parents/Guardians
• Lacrosse @ Shakopee
Wednesday
20
• Baseball vs FHS 4:15 pm
Thursday
21
• Eagle Day 1:07 pm
• Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:30-7:30 pm
• Baseball @ LNHS 4:15 pm
• Lacrosse @ LSHS
Friday
22
• No School for Students
(Data analysis and
instructional alignment)
• Eagle Buddies Prom 4 pm
Saturday
23
• Softball @ Shakopee Tourney
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April 2016
Sunday
24
Monday
25
• Baseball vs BHS 4:15 pm
Tuesday
26
• MCA Makeup Tests
Gr 10-11
• Schedule C, Spring Play
Previews
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
• Lacrosse vs PLHS
Wednesday
27
• MCA Makeup Tests
Gr 10-11
• Spring Play Preview 7th Hr
• Spring Play Senior Preview
3 pm
• Baseball vs RHS 4:15 pm
• Site Council Meeting 7 pm
Thursday
28
• Bloodmobile Gym D
• Baseball @ LSHS 4:15 pm
• Spring Play 7:30 pm
• Lacrosse vs LNHS
Friday
29
• Spring Play 7:30 pm
Saturday
30
• Debate Tournament of
Champions
• Spring Play 7:30 pm
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May 2016
Sunday
1
• Debate Tournament of
Champions
• Spring Play 2 pm
Monday
2
• AP Testing
• Distribution of 2015-2016
schedules
• Debate Tournament of
Champions
• NHS Induction 7 pm
• Baseball vs EHS 4:15 pm
Tuesday
3
• ACT + Writing Makeup Day
Grade 11 only 7:30 am
• AP Testing
• Lacrosse vs BHS
Wednesday
4
• AP Testing
• Baseball @ PLHS 4:15 pm
Thursday
5
• AP Testing
• Jazz Singers Concert
7:30 pm
• Baseball vs EVHS 4:15 pm
• Lacrosse @ EVHS
Friday
6
• AP Testing
Saturday
7
• SAT Test
• Prom, International Market
Square
- 5:30 pm - Check-In
- 6:30 pm - Grand March
- 7:30 pm - Dinner
- 8:30 pm - Midnight - Dance
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May 2016
Sunday
8
Monday
9
• AP Testing
• Jazz Ensemble Concert
7:30 pm
• Baseball vs Shakopee
4:15 pm
• Lacrosse vs EHS
Tuesday
10
• MCA Science Test
• AP Testing
• Track & Field True Team
Sections
Wednesday
11
• MCA Science Test
• AP Testing
• Percussion Ensemble
Concert 7:30 pm
• Baseball vs LNHS 4:15 pm
Thursday
12
• MCA Science Test
• AP Testing
• Baseball @ FHS 4:15 pm
• Lacrosse @ RHS
Friday
13
• AP Testing
• Speech - NIETOC Nat’ls
Denver, CO
Saturday
14
• Speech - NIETOC Nat’ls
Denver, CO
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May 2016
Sunday
15
• Speech - NIETOC Nat’ls
Denver, CO
Monday
16
• Baseball @ BHS 4:15 pm
• Activities Awards 6:30 pm
Tuesday
17
• Schedule C, Danceworks
Preview
• Lacrosse @ FHS
Wednesday
18
• Danceworks Preview 7th Hr
Thursday
19
• Cap/Gown Distribution
during lunch
All fines must be paid
• Eagle Day 1:07 pm
• Danceworks 7:30 pm
Friday
20
• Senior Awards 9:30 am
Theatre
• Danceworks 7:30 pm
• Track & Field True Team
State
Saturday
21
• Robotics State
• Danceworks 7:30 pm
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May 2016
Sunday
22
Monday
23
Tuesday
24
• Adapted Softball CI Sections
• Track & Field SSC @ LNHS
Wednesday
25
• Site Council Meeting 5 pm
• Adapted Softball PI Sections
• Track & Field SSC @ LNHS
Thursday
26
• Concert Band/Symphonic/
Wind Ensemble 6:30 pm
• Band Awards 8:30 pm
• Lacrosse @ Holy Angels
Friday
27
• Yearbook Distribution
• NCFL Speech/Debate
Saturday
28
• NCFL Speech/Debate
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May/June 2016
Sunday
29
• NCFL Speech/Debate
Monday
30
• No School - Memorial Day
• NCFL Speech/Debate
Tuesday
31
• Track & Field Sections
Wednesday
1
• Choir Pops Concert/Awards
- Awards 5:30 pm
- Concert 7:30 pm
• Lacrosse Sections
Thursday
2
• Seniors’ Last Day of School
• Track & Field Sections
Friday
3
• Graduation Rehearsal
Gym 9 am
• Golf Sections
• Lacrosse Sections
• Adapted Softball CI State
Saturday
4
• SAT Test
• Graduation 6 pm
• Adapted Softball CI State
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June 2016
Sunday
5
Monday
6
• Golf Sections
Tuesday
7
• Lacrosse Sections
• Boys Tennis State Team
Wednesday
8
• Boys Tennis State Team
Thursday
9
• Schedule F, Final Exams
(1,3,5,7)
• Lacrosse Sections
• Softball State
• Boys Tennis State Ind/Dbls
Friday
10
• Schedule F, Final Exams
(2,4,5,6)
• Last Day of School
• Softball State
• Boys Tennis State Ind/Dbls
• Track & Field State
Saturday
11
• Teachers Workshop 1/2 day
• ACT Test
• Speech/Debate Nationals
• Track & Field State
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June 2016
Sunday
12
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Monday
13
• Summer School Begins
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Tuesday
14
• Golf State
• Lacrosse State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Wednesday
Wednesday
15
• Golf State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Thursday
16
• Baseball State
• Lacrosse State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Friday
17
• Baseball State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
Saturday
18
• Lacrosse State
• Speech/Debate Nationals
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ABSENCE REPORTING VOICEMAIL - 952-431-8299
ABSENCES
Expectation: Excessive absences may have adverse consequences
due to the inability of students to keep up with course
assignments, activities, assessments, etc. With the exception of
the school-authorized and verified absences noted below, high
school students are expected to attend every class every day.
Types of Absences:
Absent Exempt (AX) are absences which are NOT counted in the
excessive absence rule include, but are not limited to:
• School-sponsored curricular and co-curricular activities
• Official religious holidays
• Death of an immediate family member (parent, step-parent,
guardian, sibling, grandparent)
• Unique or emergency circumstances which are authorized (or,
whenever possible, pre-authorized by a school administrator)
• Chronic or long-term illnesses which are excused by a doctor’s
signed statement and authorized by a school administrator
• Authorized appointments with school personnel
• Military deployment of a family member, and
• In-school suspension, out-of-school suspension and
transitional study hall (removal from class for one or more
class periods)
Absent Excused (AE) ARE counted in the excessive absence rule
include, but are not limited to:
• Illness
• Medical or dental appointments that cannot be made outside
of school time, and
• Pre-authorized, pre-planned absences of one day or more.
This must be arranged prior (preferably at least one week) to
the absence in order to be verified.
Absent Unexcused (AU)
Unexcused absences will be treated with consequences in
accordance with the behavior expectations and consequences
for misbehavior outlined in district policy and administrative
regulation. Unexcused absences occur when a student chooses
to be absent from school without school approval. Consequences
may include, but are not limited to, detention and in-school or
out-of-school suspension, will be assigned to students who have
unexcused absences. Students with unexcused absences from
one or more class periods on seven school days per year may
be identified as truant and subject to Administrative Regulation
503.2.1AR, Truancy, in compliance with state law on compulsory
instruction.
Unexcused Absences (AU) include but are not limited to:
• Staying home to babysit
• Needed at home
• Oversleeping/being tired
• Weather
• Missed bus
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Car trouble
Work
Student is not immunized
Travel/Vacation (if not preapproved by the school)
Runaway
TRUANCY
Truancy as defined by Dakota County:
Under law, a habitual truant in the high school setting is defined
as a person under the age of 17 who is absent from attendance
at school without a lawful excuse for seven full or partial days.
Children age 17 who have missed seven full or partial days without
lawful excuse will be considered truant if they are not lawfully
withdrawn from school with their parent’s permission.
Notification of Absences/Intervention Process
Each student’s attendance, grade and discipline incidents are
recorded electronically and available to parents online.
When a student reaches his or her seventh absence in a
specific trimester course, notification of the absences will be
communicated to the student’s parent/guardian. This notification
will also advise that there may be adverse consequences, which
may include loss of credit due to the student’s inability to keep
up with course assignments, activities, course assessments, etc.
When the number of a student’s absences reaches 10 in one
trimester (excluding absences outlined as NOT counted in the
excessive absence rule), the school’s designated administrator
will review and investigate the reasons for the absences and
determine a course of action which may include one or more of
the following:
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Parent meeting (in person or over the phone)
A parent meeting at the high school with teacher(s) and the
student’s counselor. The goal of this meeting would be to
develop an attendance intervention plan.
TARDIES
Tardies are defined as being late to class without a pass.
Consequences such as detention and in-school or out-of-school
suspension may be assigned to students with excessive tardies.
ADMITS
Whenever a student is absent from school, parents/guardians are
to call the Apple Valley High School Attendance Voice Mail 952431-8299 before 1:00 p.m. each day their student is absent. If
students need to leave the building early or come in late, parents
should notify the attendance office, students are to report to the
attendance office and are required to check in and check out of
the building with an admit.
ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
Possession and use of alcohol or drugs (or look-a-likes) on the
premises is prohibited. Being under the influence of intoxicating
beverages or drugs is also prohibited on the school grounds or at
school activities. Any person found in violation will be referred to
local authorities and suspended according to District Policy.
Minnesota Public Law 691
Students and parents should be aware that Minnesota P.L. 691
mandates that police inform school officials of any violation of
minor possession and consumption in the community. These
students will be referred to a team composed of counselors and
administrators who determine if there is a need for intervention
or outside referral. Any such referrals will be shared with
administrators and Minnesota State High School League rules will
be enforced.
AVHS COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
The AVHS College and Career Center, located in room 133,
provides students in grades 9-12 with a number of career services
and information. Students are required to obtain passes from a
counselor or teacher to visit the Career Center.
The Career Center provides the following functions:
• Computer Based Career Searches
• Financial Aid Information
• Informational Meetings with College/Vocational
Representatives
• General College/Military Program Information
• College Entrance Exam Registration and Preparation
Materials.
Parent volunteers staff the Career Center and are supervised by
the Guidance Office. Additional volunteers are always welcome.
CELL PHONES
Students are welcome to use their cell phones before school,
during passing time, during lunch, and after school. As a general
rule, students should NOT have their cell phones visible or
audible while in the classroom. At times, cell phones are used
as a learning tool in the classroom. As such, cell phone use in
the classroom is at the teacher’s discretion. Teachers can refer
students to the office for inappropriate use of a cell phone during
school hours. Any picture-capture device (including cell phones) is
not to be visible, audible or used in the locker rooms or restrooms
as any time (MSHSL guideline). Inappropriate use of technology
in school or at school events (including cell phones) can result in
disciplinary action.
EIGHTEEN YEAR OLD RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Students who are 18 years old or older, regardless of adult status
granted by state statute, are still obligated to abide by all school
district policies and the regulations outlined in the Student/
Parent/Guardian Handbook.
Students who are 18 years old (or older) may write their own
excuses if they bring in a note from their parent/guardian. A school
official will call to confirm the request. An 18 year old student may
write notes for their absences and may submit notes to arrange
for an advanced absence make-up slip. Excuses for appointments
may be verified by school personnel. The definitions for excused
and unexcused absences (as detailed in the Attendance Policy)
apply to all students.
FIREWORKS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY
According to Apple Valley’s City Ordinance and based on
Minnesota Statute:
1. It shall be unlawful for any person to offer for sale, expose
for sale, sell or retail, or wholesale, possess, use, or
advertise any fireworks.
2. It shall be unlawful for any person to use or explode any
fireworks.
Violations of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine of not
more than $700.00 or by imprisonment in the county jail for not
more than 90 days.
Students in possession of fireworks will be subject to a 3-day
OSS for the first offense. Students caught lighting or shooting off
fireworks in the building or on school grounds will be subject to
a 5-day OSS for the first offense. Parents will be notified of such
infraction. The local law enforcement agency may be contacted at
the discretion of the administration.
GAMBLING
Gambling is against school policy. Students are prohibited from
playing cards, tossing dice, flipping coins, betting on horse races,
betting on sporting events, or any other form of gambling on
school property. Items may be confiscated and any student that
violates this policy may be subject to detention, restitution,
recovery of lost learning time or ISS/OSS.
GANG RELATED ACTIVITIES
Gang related activities including gang identified clothing, pants
rolled, caps, caps turned, colors, insignias or hand gestures are
not acceptable in school. Disciplinary action will result for gang
related activities. Parents will be notified.
GENERAL MISCONDUCT
General misconduct may include, but is not limited to the
following behaviors: Inappropriate language, fighting, forgery,
horseplay, possession of squirt guns, card playing, harassment,
plagiarism, and cheating. Inappropriate hand gestures in any
school photo, team/club picture, or video of any school event will
result in detention and/or ISS/OSS. General misconduct will result
in detention, restitution, recovery of lost learning time or ISS/
OSS, depending on the individual incident. Parents will be notified
and/or a parent conference will be scheduled. In cases warranting
greater concern, the police may be notified. If the student’s
misconduct continues, progressive consequences will be given.
HARASSMENT
District 196 is committed to maintaining an education and
employment environment that is free from sexual, gender, racial or
religious harassment and violence. District 196 prohibits any form
of sexual, gender, racial or religious harassment and violence.
It is a violation for any District 196 personnel or student to harass
an employee, student, visitor or other persons through conduct
or communication of a sexual nature-or regarding gender, race or
religion. It is a violation for any District 196 personnel or student
to inflict, threaten to inflict, or attempt to inflict-sexual, gender,
racial or religious violence upon any employee, student, visitor or
other person.
The district will act to investigate all complaints, either formal or
informal, verbal or written, of sexual, gender, racial or religious
harassment or violence, and to discipline or take appropriate
action against any student, employee or other district personnel
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who is found to have violated this policy. District 196 has written
procedures for reporting and investigating all complaints of
sexual, gender, racial or religious harassment or violence,
provides for appropriate disciplinary action based on results of
the investigation, and communicates these procedures to district
personnel and students.
HARASSMENT (RACIAL)
Racial harassment is participating in or conspiring with others to
engage in physical or verbal acts that injure, degrade, intimidate or
disgrace others because of their culture or race. Racial harassment
may include, but is not limited to:
• Using racial or ethnic slurs against a student, employee or
visitor to AVHS.
• Posting written or graphic material that is intended to be
derogatory of a racial or ethnic group.
• Defacing signs or other property in a way that is intended to
be derogatory of a racial or ethnic group.
• Making mail or telephone communications that harass
an individual because of the individual’s racial or ethnic
identity.
HARASSMENT (SEXUAL AND/OR GENDER)
Sexual and/or gender harassment includes unwelcome sexual
advances, request for sexual favors, sexually motivated physical
conduct, or other verbal or physical conduct or communication of
a sexual nature. Sexual and/or gender harassment may Include,
but is not limited to:
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Verbal harassment or abuse, including “ratings books” or
“slam books.”
Subtle pressure for sexual activity.
Inappropriate patting or pinching.
Intentional brushing against an individual’s body.
Any sexually-motivated, unwelcome touching, or sexual
violence which is a physical act of aggression that includes a
sexual act or sexual purpose.
Any person who believes he or she has been the victim of sexual
and/or gender harassment by any person in school should report
the incident immediately to a counselor, teacher, psychologist or
administrator. All reported incidents will be investigated.
HAZING
A hazer may be a student or adult. Hazing means committing an
act against a student, or coercing a student into committing an
act that creates a substantial risk of harm to a person, in order
for the student to be initiated into or affiliated with a student
organization, or for any other purposes.
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HEALTH SERVICES OFFICE (HSO)
Keeps cumulative health records of all students. This includes
reviewing all medical examination records for special needs,
making needed adjustments such as extra time between
classes, rest time following surgery, severe illness or accident,
preferential seating for vision or hearing loss, adaptations in
the Physical Education program.
Carries out vision, hearing and health assessment
screenings.
Offers health counseling and guidance.
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Provides emergency care for ill or injured students.
Monitors immunization records, non-compliance with
immunizations may affect the students ability to attend.
Medication Management: Medication is administered to
students only with written parental consent. Students requiring
prescription medication at school shall provide the school with
written authorization from the parent/guardian and written
order of a licensed physician. Appropriate forms are available
through the nurse or online at www.district196.org/District/
Departments/HealthServices/Forms.cfm.Prescription medication
shall be brought to the school nurse in a container appropriately
labeled by the pharmacist or physician.
Medication Approval: When students are required to take
prescription medicines at school we request that you or your
student notify the school nurse. State regulations prohibit the
dispensing of any medication, whether prescription or nonprescription, without written permission from the student’s
parent or legal guardian. Other regulations apply for specific
prescription medications which the nurse can clarify as needed.
If you believe there might be an occasion where, in the nurse’s
judgment, your child should need a non-prescription medication
such as Ibuprofen or Tylenol, a permission sign off is provided on
the Emergency Information Card for your convenience. Please be
assured that these medicines will not be given indiscriminately
and they will not be administered at all without your written
approval.
Students who have limitations in physical education or who
are to be medically excused from participation must bring their
physician’s or parent’s note to the HSO for processing.
Our school nurse is in charge of the Health Services Office
(HSO). The office is open from 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Parents are
encouraged to call the nurse at the HSO regarding their student’s
illness or need for special arrangements after illness or injury
(952-431-8220.). See nurse’s web page for FAQ’s.
Emergency Information Cards: The process to collect emergency
information has changed from paper to an online process.
Preprinted Emergency Information cards will be available to
families new to the district and for those who do not wish to use
the electronic entry system. All other families are encouraged to
use the online version which is available via SchoolView. Student
health information will be on file in the HSO for each individual
student. Illness or Injury in School: If a student becomes ill or
is injured during the school day, he/she will be given a pass or
assisted to the HSO by his/her teacher.
Transportation Home During the School Day: Before a student
taken ill or injured in school is sent home, the nurse at the HSO
will confer with the student’s parent or guardian to arrange
transportation. Parent consent is needed whether or not the
student can provide his/her own transportation. For more
information please refer to the District 196 Health Services tab or
the nurse’s page on the AVHS website.
IMMUNIZATION ALERT FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR
of the search to students whose lockers were searched, unless
disclosure would impede an ongoing investigation by police or
school officials.
Immunizations: In accordance with the Minnesota School
Immunization Law (Minnesota Statutes, Section 123.70),
students may not enroll nor remain enrolled in school without
having provided documentation of current immunization against
diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps, and
rubella, allowing for certain legal exemptions. All students are
expected to be in compliance on the first day of their entry into
school this fall with the exception of students transferring into
this district who may have up to 30 days to provide immunization
information. The two immunizations most often needing updating
in high school are:
Student Full Price Lunch........................................................ $2.55
Student Reduced Price Lunch................................................. FREE
Student Full Price Breakfast.................................................. $1.50
Student Reduced Price Breakfast........................................... FREE
Prices are subject to change without notice.
All students must meet the requirements of the state immunization
law BEFORE THE START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR.
a) Td (tetanus-diphtheria)/Tdap (tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis):
All students in grades 7-12 must show evidence of having
received a Td/Tdap booster at or after age 11 years. Students
who have received this booster between 7 and 10 years of
age are exempt from this requirement until 10 years after
their last dose. Everyone should receive a Td booster every
10 years throughout their life.
b) MMR (measles-mumps-rubella): The first MMR should have
been given between 12 and 15 months of age. A second
MMR is required and should have been given after 4 years of
age. Most high school students received them before middle
school.
Proof of immunization must be on file in the Health Services
(Nurse) Office before Tuesday, September 8, 2015. Students who
do not comply will not be allowed to attend school and will be sent
home. Students will not be allowed to return to school until the
necessary documentation is on file in the Health Services Office.
Each absent day due to non-compliance with this state law will
count toward the ISD #196 attendance policy. Direct questions to
Evie Cayton, R.N., or Nancy Randall, R.N., AVHS Nurses, at (952)
431-8220 or email through the health services website.
INSURANCE
Independent School District 196 does not provide insurance for
expenses involved in the treatment of athletic injuries or any
other accidental injuries occurring at school.
Since ISD #196 does not carry insurance for accidental injuries, we
strongly encourage every parent/guardian to review their present
policy in order to assure that your son/daughter will receive
appropriate coverage in case of injury.
LOCKERS
School lockers are the property of the school district. At no
time does the school district relinquish its exclusive control of
lockers provided for the convenience of students. Inspection of
the interior of lockers may be conducted by school authorities
for any reason at any time, without notice, without student
consent, and without a search warrant. The personal possessions
of students within a school locker may be searched only when
school authorities have a reasonable suspicion that the search
will uncover evidence of a violation of law or school rules. As
soon as is considered reasonable, after the search of a student’s
personal possessions, the school authorities must provide notice
LUNCH PROGRAM
The school meal program provides nutritious, low cost meal
selections. For the meal price shown above, students may choose
from a variety of three different entrees, two separate vegetables
and a variety of fruit daily. There is also a wide variety of Ala Carte
items. You can find a list of these on the district Food Service
website. Students choosing items not meeting meal requirements
will be charged Ala Carte pricing. Independent School District
196 uses a computerized system for the payment of school
meals. Every student is assigned a three to five digit personal
identification number. This number is given out as soon as a
student enrolls in District 196 and s/he will use the same number
K-12. Students must us their own Universal PIN. Students may
deposit pre-payments into their lunch account or pay cash in the
meal lines daily. Payments may also be made using the FeePay
system through SchoolView. Parents may check their student’s
lunch account balance and meal account purchase in FeePay
as well. Applications for Reduced Price Meals are available at
each school or on the website. Students are responsible for any
balances accrued until an application is officially processed and
approved by the Food & Nutrition Services Office.
MAKE-UP POL ICY
1. Students will have two days to make up work missed for each
school approved day missed (or longer if mutually agreed
upon by the teacher and student). If a student is unable to
turn in the make-up assignment due to another absence, the
make up work from the initial absence will be due the next
day the student is in attendance.
2. Teachers may request the assignments missed due to schoolsponsored field trips, cocurricular activities, official religious
holidays or pre-planned absences to be made up in advance
by the student.
3. If a “review day” for a test is missed, upon return to school
the student may choose to use the 2 day make-up time for
the test.
4. Special arrangements will be made for long term/chronic
illness verified by a doctor’s signed statement.
5. A homework request may be made through the attendance
office by a parent/ guardian on the third consecutive day of
student absence due to illness. The student’s parents are
asked to pick up assignments at the attendance office after
3:00 p.m. the following work day.
6. Unexcused absences - students are responsible to gather
work for the class period(s) missed.
7. Class absences necessitate make-up work which, if not
completed on time, may lead to failure or incomplete
grades.
It is the student’s responsibility to consult his/her teacher about
absences from class and required make-up work.
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MEDIA CENTER
The media center is located in the center of the academic wing,
the media center is open for study, for reference work, and for
leisure reading. Students are required to obtain passes to the
media center from their classroom teachers.
NUISANCE DEVICES: RADIOS, HEADSETS,
TVS, IPODS, LASER DEVICES, CELL PHONES AND
OTHER INAPPROPRIATE ITEMS
Radios, iPod like devices, head sets (including head sets around
the neck), athletic equipment, hacky sacks, radio scanners or
other personal belongings that could cause bodily harm or are
deemed a disruption to the educational setting by AVHS staff, are
not to be brought to school. Picture-capable devices, such as cell
phones or cameras, may not be visible, audible or used in locker
rooms at any time (MSHSL guidelines); taking/using pictures of
another individual without his/her knowledge and permission
may be viewed as inappropriate, harassment or beyond. AVHS
will not investigate the loss/theft of these articles. Violation of
this rule may result in confiscation of the item and assignment of
detention.
145TH STREET PARKING ALERT
ATTENTION: The City of Apple Valley will be enforcing a snow
removal ordinance on 145th Street this winter.
The City of Apple Valley has notified Apple Valley High School that
cars may not park on 145th Street during snow removal operations.
In order to provide an alternative for student parking during snow
removal conditions, the City of Apple Valley will plow the parking
lot at Hayes Community Center. Cars parked on 145th Street will
be ticketed by the city if they block snow removal equipment.
PARKING LOT PERMITS AND REGULATIONS
Driving a motor vehicle is a large responsibility and part of that
responsibility is to follow the rules that contribute to the safe and
orderly operation of the vehicle. We have established reasonable
rules in the AVHS parking lot similar to those you will find in the
community.
All Minnesota and Apple Valley laws pertaining to motor vehicle
usage apply. Police may be notified in the event of a violation.
Independent School District #196 requires students to pay an
$60.00 per trimester parking fee. Note: The fee collected is a
district revenue enhancement and all fees collected are turned
in to the District Office. Students park at their own risk and the
school district is not liable for damage or theft.
Daily Parking
For those students without permits, a daily parking tag (cost
$3.00) is available in the Main Office prior to the date the
student needs to drive. All daily permits must be displayed on
the rearview mirror of the vehicle prior to 7:30 a.m. the day the
permit was issued. Failure to display the daily or trimester permit
will lead to a $20.00 fine.
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Student parking is designated by gold striping. Staff parking is
designated by white striping. All parking north of the building is
designated as staff parking. Students should never park in the
north lot. Students parking in the north lot will be towed.
Parking is prohibited in the following places:
• Bus loading zones
• Handicapped spaces
• Staff spaces by non-staff vehicles
• Loading zones
• Visitor spaces
• Sidewalks or lawns
• Arena
• Fire lanes and no parking zones
Students are expected to park their cars according to the
regulations outlined in the Student Handbook and updated in this
Calendar. Violations of these regulations will incur consequences.
State and city citations take precedence over AVHS consequences.
Examples of AVHS consequences may be:
• Confiscation of parking permit without refund.
• A fine of $20 for the first violation.
• Towing at owner’s expense for each violation after one.
• Automatic towing if an unauthorized car is in the north lot or
handicapped space. These spaces are reserved for the entire
year.
• Automatic towing if the parked vehicle obstructs traffic or
endangers property.
• Use of a stolen parking tag will result in a 3-day suspension
from school, plus restriction as per ISD #196 guidelines.
• Forged or altered permits will result in a $20 ticket, $30
restitution and 1 day suspension for a first offense.
• Any student parked in the visitor designated spaces will be
subject to a $20.00 fine or an automatic towing at the driver’s
expense.
• Anyone using the entrance to the parking lot to exit the lot
will lose their permit for one week (first offense); after the
second offense they will lose their permit for the trimester.
PERSONAL TRANSPORTATION
Students who choose to arrange for their own transportation to
school also assume responsibility for their arrival time. Students
who arrive at school tardy due to personal transportation problems
will be unexcused and detention will be assigned.
PHONE CALLS TO STUDENTS
Every effort is made to avoid the interruption of class time for
students and teachers. Only emergency phone messages from
parents/guardians will be delivered to students by the Attendance
Office.
The Attendance Office number is 952-431-8216.
PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING DEFINITIONS AND POLICIES
Academic honesty on the part of all students is basic to the
individual growth and development realized through Apple
Valley High School coursework. When cheating or plagiarism
occurs, the teaching/learning process and school climate are
seriously undermined and student growth and development is
compromised. Cheating/plagiarism also prevents the teacher
from truly evaluating the student’s level of mastery. The
classroom teacher will make the final decision regarding all
cheating/plagiarism issues.
Definitions:
A. Cheating: Cheating occurs when you present as your own the
work of another. Some examples of cheating include, but are not
limited to, the following:
1. copying and/or providing for another an examination,
assignment or other work to be graded (“Working
together” must be pre-approved by the teacher);
2. the use of unauthorized “cheat sheets”;
3. buying/selling examinations;
4. having another student take an exam, write a paper or
assignment;
5. receiving and/or providing test questions/answers prior
to and during an examination.
B. Plagiarism: Plagiarism is a form of cheating and is the taking of
another’s work, thoughts or ideas and representing them as your
own. Some examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to
the following:
1. using all or part of another’s speech, paper or ideas as
your own;
2. using a direct quote without citing the source;
3. copying a passage word for word and not using quotation
marks;
4. rearranging the order of sentences or ideas from the
original passage and presenting it as your own;
5. not acknowledging or documenting sources (this includes
cutting/pasting from any on-line services).
Student Responsibilities:
You have a responsibility to:
1. not participate, either directly or indirectly, in cheating
or plagiarism;
2. actively discourage cheating or plagiarism by others;
3. report any known incidents of plagiarism or cheating.
Teacher Responsibilities:
Each teacher has a responsibility to:
1. inform students of the Apple Valley High School cheating/
plagiarism policy and of any specific interpretation of the
policy unique to a given course;
2. actively discourage cheating and plagiarism by students;
3. contact parents/guardians of a student involved in
cheating and/or plagiarism.
Consequences:
1. Students involved in cheating will receive a “zero” (no
credit) on the test/ assignment in question;
2. Students involved in plagiarism of a paper/assignment
may receive a “zero” (no credit).
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Anyone who does not wish to participate in reciting the Pledge of
Allegiance for any personal reason may elect not to do so. Students
must respect another person’s right to make that choice.
PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
Tips for Avoiding Situations that Might Lead to Sexual Assault
At school:
1. If you’re staying after school for an activity, make sure
everyone gets into his or her car safely. Make sure that
all your friends’ cars are running before you drive away
from the parking lot.
2. If you’ve parked on the street during the school day,
move your car into the parking lot before dark. If you
only occasionally arrive before dawn and/or leave after
dark, a 1-day parking permit is available in the Main
Office for $5.00.
3. Always walk to your car or, if you live nearby, to your
home in pairs. Do not hesitate to ask any teacher or
administrator for an escort.
4. After school hours, whenever possible, do not go to your
locker, the restrooms, or locker rooms, alone.
5. Always be aware of your surroundings, even at school.
If you see an adult in the building who is not wearing a
VISITOR pass, GUEST TEACHER ID, or VOLUNTEER name
tag, always report it to a teacher, administrator, or other
staff person.
6. Remember that all students are required to have in their
possession a student ID card during school and at all
school events. All staff members have the authority to
request to see your card at any time.
In your car:
1. Keep your car doors locked with windows rolled up,
whether you’re driving or parked. Always check the back
seats before getting in.
2. Sound the horn if there is trouble. Short bursts on the
horn will attract more attention than “leaning” on the
horn.
3. If you are stranded along the road, wait for a police
officer. Stay in the car with the windows rolled up and
the doors locked.
4. Try not to park in dark, uninhabited areas.
5. Don’t let strangers in your car. Use caution when talking
with a stranger outside your car.
6. Keep your car in good working condition. Learn how
to change your own tires and perform other routine or
general maintenance tasks.
7. If you suspect someone is following you, drive to the
nearest police station, well lighted service station, or
emergency hospital room.
In general:
1. Set your own limits with strangers. (One way to establish
distance between yourself and others is to simply reach
out and shake hands.)
2. Do not give mixed messages. Be clear. Say “yes” when
you mean “yes,” and “no” when you mean “no.” Practice
being assertive with your family or friends. Role Play. Try
things out.
3. If you have any doubts about what your partner wants:
STOP . . . ASK and . . . CLARIFY.
4. Do not assume that the desire for affection is the same
as a desire for sexual intercourse.
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5. If you go to parties, look out for each other. Agree on how
you are getting home and with whom ahead of time. Call
your parents or a trusted adult for a ride home if friends
won’t cooperate.
6. Be aware that alcohol and other drugs are often related
to acquaintance rape.
7. The fact that you were intoxicated is not a legal defense
to rape. You are responsible for your actions, sober or
not.
8. Trust your gut-level feelings. If a situation doesn’t feel
safe - or if you’re feeling pressured - you need to respond
and get out.
PROCEDURE FOR LEAVING SCHOOL DURING THE DAY
1. Any student who finds it necessary to leave the building
during the school day must drop off a parent/guardian signed
request to the attendance office not later than 7:30 a.m. on
or before the day of the appointment.
2. Students may pick up their Permit to Leave during a passing
period prior to the time they are scheduled to leave the
building.
3. The Permit to Leave must be shown to the classroom teacher
(if student is scheduled to leave during class time rather than
at the end of a class) and to the front door supervisor.
4. No Permit to Leave will be issued during scheduled class
meeting times unless there is a verified emergency.
5. Any student who leaves the building without a Permit to
Leave will receive consequences as defined in District 196
policy.
6. Under No Circumstances may a student leave school grounds
without first obtaining a Permit to Leave.
PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SCHOOL AFTER
LEAVING WITH A PERMIT TO LEAVE
1. Upon returning, the student reports directly to the attendance
office with the Permit to Leave to obtain a verified admit.
2. Note that doctor/dental appointments must be verified by
the doctor or dentist with both a signature and a time the
appointment concluded. Verification may be noted on the
Permit to Leave or attached with a separate note to the
Permit to Leave. This verification must be presented to the
attendance office personnel for the student to obtain a
verified admit.
3. Students are responsible to make up all missed class work.
If the student’s absence could not be called in on voice
mail, the attendance office requires the student, upon his/
her return, to bring a parent/guardian note excusing the
absence. Admits must be obtained between 7:10-7:30 a.m. If
the student seeks to obtain an admit after 7:30 a.m., an after
school detention will be assigned .
RELEASE FOR WORK PROGRAM (EDU 44)
The Release for Work Program (EDU 44) allows 11th and 12th grade
students release time to pursue educational work experiences
outside of school. Students are reminded that in order to avoid
overloading class sizes and to maintain proper class balances,
juniors and seniors will be eligible for Work Release ONLY IF THE
COMPUTER HAS RANDOMLY PROVIDED THEM WITH A 1ST OR
7TH HOUR STUDY HALL. Students who wish to participate in the
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Work Release Program may elect to be released from 1st or 7th
hour, but not both. Students who wish to be released for work
should return the Work Release Permission Form (EDU 44) into
the attendance office prior to the start of the trimester. Permit
Cards must be obtained in the Attendance Office prior to leaving/
coming late to the study halls. The student must carry this card on
his/her person during the entire fall trimester. Students are not to
be in the building during the hour of release and are responsible
for checking alternate assembly schedules which result in varying
class time schedules. Students found in the building during Work
Release may be removed from the program and assigned to a
study hall. Any student who wishes to continue to participate in
the Release for Work Program must apply every trimester.
SCHOOL BUSES
Bus transportation is provided for many students in District 196.
See the Spotlight for routes and registration information.
Student riders are expected to exhibit good behavior at all
times on school buses and at boarding points. If any student
behaves inappropriately, he/she will be promptly disciplined by
the school. For further information, see the Student Rights and
Responsibilities Handbook.
If bad weather should force a halt in bus operations, this
information will be announced officially over the radio station
WCCO-AM 830 and posted on the district website.
Fee-For-Service Transportation – Students ineligible for free
transportation (Policy 707, Student Transportation) who choose
the fee-for-service transportation option will pay a $250 annual
fee for bus service to their attendance area school. Families
with two or more children will pay a maximum of $500 annually.
Students receiving free or reduced-price meals will pay a $125
annual fee ($250 annual family cap).
SCHOOL SPONSORED EVENTS
Students attending school sponsored events occurring outside
the normal school day (dances, fine arts and athletic events, field
trips, club activities, etc.) are subject to established behavior
expectations and discipline policies.
SEARCH AND SEIZURE
If school administrators have reason to believe that an illegal act
or violation of school rules has been committed or is about to be
committed, they are authorized to search the student and her or
his personal property, or any school district property used by the
student, and seize any item, the possession of which is specifically
prohibited by law, district policies or school rules.
Whenever feasible, the student will be present when his or
her property or school property which he or she uses is being
searched.
A general search of school properties, including but not limited to
lockers or desks, may occur at any time, and items belonging to
the student may be seized.
All items seized will be given to the proper authorities or returned
to the true owner.
STUDENT ID CARDS
While in school, and at all school events, students are required
to have their student ID card in their possession. Students must
present ID cards at detention, dances, or the library, when
requesting locker combinations, data processing information or
securing parking permits. All staff members have the authority to
request to see the ID card. Failure to show the ID card may result
in dismissal from the event or consequences for insubordination.
Replacement cost is $5.00.
STUDENT VISITORS
Apple Valley High School is closed to student visitors.
TAMPERING WITH FIRE ALARMS
According to Apple Valley’s City Ordinance and based on Minnesota
Statute, it is unlawful to tamper with a fire alarm system, give a
false alarm of fire, or tamper with an auxiliary fire appliance (fire
extinguisher).
Violations of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine of not
more than $700.00 and/or by imprisonment in the county jail for
not more than 90 days.
Any student who violates this ordinance will be subject to an
immediate 5-day out-of school suspension and restitution (paid
prior to returning to AVHS). Parents will be notified of such an
infraction. The local law enforcement agency will be contacted. A
reward may be offered for information regarding tampering.
TELEPHONE USE
Telephones located within AVHS are the property of the school
district. Students are not to use the classroom telephones for
personal issues. Use of a classroom telephone must be approved
by an adult. Students are reminded of the public telephones
located near the front door and in the cafeteria.
TOBACCO FREE SCHOOL
The State Law prohibits the use of or possession of tobacco as
found in Section 609.685 of the Laws of Minnesota. Our local
school district policy prohibits the use/possession of tobacco
by students, parents, and visitors in school, on school grounds
or at school activities. Any student using/possessing tobacco in
violation of this policy will have the tobacco/lighters confiscated
and will be subject to the following action:
1st Offense:
1-day OSS and referral to the police liaison officer.
2nd Offense:
3-day OSS and referral to the police liaison officer.
3rd Offense:
5-day OSS and referral to the police liaison officer. Possible .. fine up to $200.00 and loss of drivers license.
T-SHIRT/JERSEY DESIGN AND ORDERING POLICY
1. Students prepare a written design of the front and back of the
proposed T-shirt or Jersey. All slogans and/or pictures must
be included in the written design. The proposed shirt/jersey
color and sizes to be sold should also be listed in the written
proposal, as should the targeted sales group. A bookkeeping
plan must also be included in the written proposal (shirt/
jersey cost, sale dates, location of sale collections, people
collecting money, proof of purchase lists, etc.).
2. The written design and bookkeeping plan must be dropped
off in the main office for administrative approval prior to
accepting any orders.
3. Upon approval, an order form is designed with a picture of
the front of the shirt and back of the shirt clearly listed, along
with an AVHS administrator’s signature. The order form has
the shirt/jersey cost, various sizes, quantity, and tentative
shipping dates clearly identified. AVHS will make copies of
the order form and have them available to students.
4. Orders are taken by the students and the shirts/jerseys are
then ordered.
5. A delivery plan is developed so that distribution is done in an
organized way - no one gets apparel unless they have paid
for it!
AVHS will not allow shirts/jerseys to be sold to students unless
this policy is followed. Parents should not give money to your
child unless you are shown an order form with the drawings, the
cost and an administrator’s signature of approval clearly listed.
Inappropriate shirts/jerseys (inappropriate words, messages and/
or pictures) will not be allowed at AVHS at any time. School Spirit
is always encouraged at AVHS, but it must be done appropriately.
A T-shirt that says “Freshman Suck” is certainly not appropriate
for our school!
UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY/PRESENCE IN SCHOOL BUILDING
Students who enter or are in the building without permission will
be held responsible (for any damages), and, at the discretion of
the AVHS Administration, could be assigned OSS. If appropriate,
police will be notified.
UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLE USE
Occupying or using vehicles during school hours without parental
permission and school authorization will result in OSS/ISS or
detention and probable loss of parking lot privileges.
WEAPONS/LOOK ALIKE WEAPONS
Possessing any firearm or look-alike firearm loaded or unloaded
will result in the student being expelled. Examples of the devices
are, but are not limited to: handguns, rifles, BB guns or air pistols,
starter pistols, splat ball guns, etc. In addition, possession of
any device or instrument designed as a weapon and capable of
producing Severe bodily harm (for example, pocket knives, razor
blades, knives or Xacto knives, etc.) or any other device, instrument
or substance which in the manner in which it is used or intended
to be used, is calculated or likely to produce severe bodily harm,
will result in an immediate expulsion of the student.
WILLFUL DAMAGE OF PROPERTY
Willful damage of property will result in ISS/OSS. The student
will pay for the damage, and will not return to class until a
parent conference is held. The school will charge an appropriate
replacement fee for textbooks, workbooks, library books, etc.,
lost or destroyed by students.
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ACADEMICS
In order to graduate from high school in District 196, students
must meet state testing requirements.
ACADEMIC LETTERS
Students now have additional options to meet the graduation
assessment requirements. Please see the TESTING information at
the end of the ACADEMICS section.
A student who attains a minimum 3.666 GPA will be eligible to
earn an academic letter by authority of the AVHS Site Council.
BAND INSTRUMENT FEE
Students in grades 7-12 will be charged $100 per year for the use
of school-owned instruments other than percussion. Students in
grades 9-12 will be charged $50 per year for the use of schoolowned percussion instruments
CURRICULUM FEE
DRIVERS EDUCATION FEE
Students will be charged $302 for participation in behind-thewheel driver education training. Fees for the behind-the-wheel
driver education program will be sufficient to result in a financially
self-sustaining program.
FINAL EXAMS FOR SENIORS AT TEACHER’S OPTION
Fees may be charged for the cost of materials when a student
chooses to do something above and beyond what is required
and approved by the teacher, i.e., cooking steak rather than
hamburger, building a bookcase with mahogany rather than
pine or conducting an additional science experiment that is not
required to complete the course.
The exam policy for seniors is as follows: Teachers are strongly
encouraged to give final comprehensive examinations to all of
their students. Senior students are required to take final exams
each of the three trimesters of their senior year, if the teacher
elects to give an exam.
Curriculum fees may include:
• Supplemental workbooks that are optional for the students
to use
• Field trips considered supplemental to the educational
program
• Additional or more costly materials used for a project when
the product is in excess of minimum requirements
The school year is divided into 3 grading periods, each
approximately 12 weeks long. A report card giving a final grade
in each subject will be issued shortly after each trimester is
completed. The grade recorded on the permanent record is the
final grade of the trimester. Parents are encouraged to check
their student’s progress regularly during each trimester using the
Parent Portal online system. They may also discuss the progress
of their son or daughter with the teaching staff. Conferences are
held at mid-trimester. Failure notices will be sent to the parents
of students who are doing poor or failing work around the 10th
week of the trimester.
Grade Point Values
A = 4.0
A- = 3.7
B+ = 3.3
B = 3.0
B- = 2.7
C+ = 2.3
C = 2.0
C- = 1.7
D+ = 1.3
D = 1.0
D- = 0.7
E = 0.3
F = 0.0
I = Course work has not been completed due to
serious illness/extended absences.
NG = No grade
NC = No Credit
S = Satisfactory
S+ = Tested out successfully
U = Unsatisfactory
DISTRICT GRADUATION FEE
Students who participate in a graduation ceremony will be charged
a fee ($40 in 2015) to defray the costs of security, additional staff
support, site preparation, equipment rental, printing and postage.
DISTRICT GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to graduate from high school in District 196, students
must:
Complete 66 high school credits required by District 196 and meet
state testing requirements.
High School Course Credit Requirements: Students must
satisfactorily complete 66 credits of course work at the high
school level, grades 9-12 inclusively, to be eligible for high school
graduation as specified below:
• English/Language Arts – four years (12 credits);
• Social Studies – four years (12 credits);
• Science – three years (9 credits);
• Mathematics – three years (9 credits);
• Arts – one course in visual or performing arts, interior design,
Marketing C or Architecture 1; (note that the U of MN does
not accept courses outside of visual or performing arts to
meet their entrance requirements. See your counselor for
details.)
• Wellness– two courses (2 credits);
• Physical Education – four courses (4 credits);
• Safety Education – one course (1 credit);
• Other – 16 credits, of which not more than 12 credits of
instrumental and/or vocal music may be applied toward
fulfillment of the graduation requirements.
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GRADING SYSTEM
The grade point average (GPA) appears on each report card and
is computed by following this procedure: multiply the number of
grades by their value, add and divide this sum by the total number
of credits attempted.
For example:
Suppose a student received an A, 2 B’s, and 3 C’s one trimester.
(1 x 4.0) + (2 x 3.0) + (3 x 2.0) = 4.0 + 6.0 + 6.0 = 16.0
16 (honor points) ÷ 6 (credits attempted) = 2.7 (grade point
average)
A student’s class rank is his/her standing according to grade point
average (GPA). Class rank is a criterion considered for college
admission. A student’s rank is printed on each report card. It is
also available from the secretary to the Assistant Principal for
Student Services.
HONOR ROLL
An Honor Roll will be prepared after each trimester listing students
with an “A” (3.666) average each trimester.
HONORS RANK
This is another way of ranking students who take a significant
number of honors and advanced placement (AP) classes. Within
the honors ranking system, the current system (regular ranking
system) is maintained along with a dual track honors ranking
system. To qualify for an honors rank at AVHS, students must
meet the following criteria:
1. Take at least 23 trimesters courses during grades 9-12 of the
Honors/Accelerated/AP courses listed below. In general, students
need to average 2 honors classes each trimester during grades
9-12.
Business
- CIS Microeconomics A, B
English
- Honors English 9 A, B, C
- Honors Literature/Composition
- Honors Speech
- Honors Composition
- AP: Language/Composition A, B, C
- AP: Literature/Composition A, B, C
- CIS: Public Speaking
- CIS: Writing Studio
Math
- Honors Geometry A, B, C
- Honors Algebra II A, B, C
- Honors Pre-Calculus A, B, C
- AP: Statistics A, B, C
- AP: Calculus (AB or BC) A, B, C
- UMTYMP (U of MN)
- AP Computer Science
Social Studies
- Honors Social Studies 9 A, B, C
- AP: U.S. History A, B, C
- AP: European History A, B, C
- AP: US Government Politics B, C
- AP: Macroeconomics B, C
- AP: Psychology A, B, C
- Honors Earth Science 9 A, B, C
- Honors Biology A, B, C
- Honors Chemistry A, B, C
- Honors Physics A, B, C
- AP: Chemistry A, B, C
- CIS: Anatomy and Physiology
World Language
- CIS German 4 A, B, C
- Honors Spanish 2 A, B, C
- Honors Spanish 3 A, B, C
- Honors Spanish 4 A, B, C
- CIS Spanish 5 A, B, C
2. Students must earn a grade of “B-” or better for an Honors/
AP course to count toward the total grade level minimums of 6,
12, 18 and 23 trimester courses. (Note: Taking a class “Pass/No
Credit” does NOT count as a qualifying class!)
“I” – COURSE WORK HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED
DUE TO SERIOUS ILLNESS/EXTENDED ABSENCES
Generally an “I” mark should be made up before the 20th school
day of the following trimester. Spring trimester make up should
be made up before July 1. No separate report card/notification is
issued for completion of incompletes. The final grade is recorded
on the student’s transcripts.
PARENT NOTIFICATION
AVHS urges all parents to sign up to access optional information
via the Internet.
AVHS Campus Portal Sign Up (attendance, discipline, class grades
including mid-term grades, report cards, and unofficial transcripts):
Parents have access to current student grades, attendance and
discipline via the Internet using the Campus Portal. To sign up, go to
www.district196.org/avhs. Under RESOURCES, click on CAMPUS
PORTAL HELP/NEW ACCOUNT FOR PARENTS, then REQUEST
HELP AS A PARENT. Fill out the form online and SEND REQUEST.
Your access code will be sent to you as soon as your application
is processed (usually within 10 days). Once you have signed up,
your account can be active as long as you have a child at AVHS.
You can access all of your high school students through the same
account. This account is meant for parents. Students have their
own Campus portal accounts.
Backpack Online: This gives three additional options to receive
additional school information via e-mail. You have the option
of signing up for daily announcements from AVHS, occasional
information from the principal and/or district information from
the Superintendent’s Office. To sign up go to www.district196.
org/avhs and click on About AVHS. Scroll down to Parent Info and
click on AVHS Backpack Online. OR go to www.district196.org/
avhs, go to the right side of the AVHS homepage under student/
parent tools and click on Backpack Online Sign Up. Fill in your
email address, name and check the boxes from which you would
like to receive information.
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PASS OR NO-CREDIT OPTION
Students may take one class each trimester on a “Pass-No Credit”
basis, whether he/she is taking five, six or seven subjects. This
option may encourage students to explore interests in a subject in
which they may not be willing to risk getting a low grade.
During the first four weeks of each trimester, the student should
pick up a “Pass-No Credit” form from the Guidance Office.
Students should present it to the teacher of the class for signature,
obtain a parent signature and return it to the Guidance Office by
the deadline. The deadline is the Friday of the fourth week of
the trimester.
All “Pass-No Credit” students in any course will take all tests,
turn in all regular class work and receive grades along with other
students.
A subject taken on a “Pass-No Credit” basis will not affect a
student’s GPA class rank or honor roll standing. If the student
passes the class, the student will receive a “P” and one credit on
his/her report card for that class. If the student fails the class,
the student would then receive a “NC” (no credit) on the report
card.
At the end of the trimester, the student still has the option of
taking the class for the grade even though the student signed
up for a Pass-No Credit. All the student has to do is inform the
teacher that a grade is preferred. THE ATTENDANCE POLICY takes
precedence over the “Pass-No Credit” option procedures. If a
student fails the class and exceeds 9 absences or continues the
absence/tardy behavior, a grade of “F” is recorded on the report
card.
STATEWIDE TESTING
The Minnesota Legislature continues to be involved in making
changes to the state testing guidelines. We will make students
and families aware of further testing information as it becomes
available from the Minnesota Legislature.
At the time of this printing, there are a few things that we know
for sure. All current 12th grade students must meet state testing
requirements in Writing, Reading, and Math in order to receive a
diploma from any Minnesota public school. Students in grades 9,
10 and 11 will also be required to meeting testing requirements as
set by the MN Legislature.
In 2015-16 District 196 juniors will take a free ACT + Writing test at
their home high school, during the school day. The MCA Reading
test (grade 10), Math test (grade 11) and Science test (all Biology
students) will be administered on the dates listed below. (These
dates are subject to change. Please see the live, digital School
Calendar at district196.org/avhs for up-to-date information.)
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IMPORTANT TESTING DATES
(All dates are tentative and subject to change.)
February 1-March 18 ACCESS Testing Window: This test is for ELL
students and is administered by ELL teachers.
March 29, 30 and 31: MCA Reading test (grade 10). This is an
online test.
April 5, 6 and 7: MCA Math test (grade 11). This is an online test.
April 19: ACT + Writing test (grade 11). This is a paper/pencil
exam.
April 26 and 27: MCA Reading and Math test makeups
(grades 10 and 11).
May 3: ACT + Writing test makeups (grade 11).
May 10, 11 and 12: MCA Science test (all 10th graders in Biology).
This is an online test.
All questions regarding test requirements for graduation should
be directed to Kristin Peterson, Testing Coordinator, at kristin.
peterson@district196.org.
TRANSCRIPTS
Official transcripts are ordered online through a service called
Parchment. This is accessed by going through the AVHS website
(www.district196.org/avhs) or directly at www.parchment.com.
Transcripts cost $7.50 each. You will be asked to pay online using
a debit or credit card. Students and parents can view and print
unofficial transcripts by using the Campus Student/Parent Portal
system.
ARTS & ACTIVITIES
ARTS AND ACTIVITIES COCURRICULAR FEES
Grade 9
• $50 to participate in each of the academic activities and $60
for each of the fine arts activities.
Grades 10-12
• $50 to participate in each of the following academic activities:
Chess, Quiz Bowl, Math Team, Science Olympiad, Mock Trial,
Rocket Club and Robotics.
• $80 to participate in each of the following fine arts activities:
Debate, Broadway, Chamber Singers, Jazz Singers, Jazz Band
I/II, Percussion Ensemble, Music Ensembles, Fall Musical,
One-Act Play, Spring Play, Speech, Danceworks (unless the
student is a member of a curricular dance class at AVHS).
Activities Exempt from Fees
No fees will be charged for participation in the following activities
because they are either service activities or an extension of the
classroom: AVRM, National Art Honor Society, National Honor
Society, non-competitive Clubs, Yearbook, Student Council,
Technical Theatre, Pit Orchestra, National Forensic League,
Curricular Band, Curricular Choir and Curricular Dance.
Collection
Students will not be able to participate in the activity until online
registration using the FeePay system is complete. When auditions
are required, registration is due after the posting of the list and
before the first practice.
• Fees will be waived for students who qualify for free or
reduced lunch and for international exchange students.
• A cap of $350 per student will include athletics, arts, and
activities fees.
AVRM (Apple Valley Role Models)
Any student is welcome to join. Meetings are held throughout the
year. We plan and support activities that promote making safe
and healthy decisions. Our group was formerly knows as SADD
(Students Against Drunk Driving), but we have expanded our
issues to include more than drinking and driving. Members also
do service work for the community and at area schools.
Advisor: Mr. Nathan Fritz
CHESS TEAM
The Chess Team is an organization designed to help Apple Valley
High School students learn about and develop skills in the
fascinating game of chess. This is done through reading, practicing,
and competing in interscholastic chess competition.
Who Can Belong: The Chess Team/Club is open to all Apple Valley
High School students.
Projects: The team competes in the Twin Cities High School Chess
League. Medals and trophies are awarded to outstanding chess
players.
Advisor: TBD
EAGLE BUDDIES
Eagle Buddies is a cocurricular club at AVHS. It is similar to the
national club called “Best Buddies” and the Big Brother/Sister
program. The purpose of the club is to help foster friendships
between all students at AVHS. It provides an opportunity for
students at all ability levels, including those with cognitive and
physical disabilities, to participate in an after-school club. Students
can be paired up with another student or just participate in the
group activities.
Advisor: Ms. Tamra Taylor
EAGLEYE
EaglEye is a student-produced television program that highlights
arts, activities, athletics and academics in AVHS. The broadcast
airs bi-weekly and is seen by the community on cable access.
Advisors: Mr. Drew McCluskey and Mr. Cliff Dodge
INFINITY
Infinity is an after-school dance club made up of both males and
females. Any students with an interest in dance and performance
are encouraged to audition. The group practices and performs
hip-hop, breakdancing and other styles based on the interest of
the students involved. Practices are approximately twice a week
in the fall and winter.
Advisor: Ms. Clarie Grant
LINCOLN DOUGLAS/PUBLIC FORUM DEBATE
If you like to read, research, discuss and speak, then debate is for
you! Lincoln Douglas Debate is one-on-one debate, while Public
Forum is a team of two. Students compete at the novice, juniorvarsity, and varsity levels. Beginners practice and compete from
September through December. Varsity members compete through
January. Each season debaters travel to tournaments within
Minnesota and to surrounding states. They have the opportunity
to qualify for the National Tournament, which is held in June at
various sites across the country; and for the National Tournament
of Champions, which is held in Lexington, Kentucky.
Directors: Mr. Bryan Hagg
MATH LEAGUE
This competitive group participates in the Southern Minnesota
League. Practice and training sessions are held before or after
school twice a week. Students review topics covered in earlier
courses and are exposed to advanced mathematical concepts.
Team members compete in five league competitions, as well as
the Minnesota State University, Mankato, competition. The math
team is open to all students at Apple Valley High School.
Advisors: Mr. Dan Peterson, Mr. Brian Peterson and
Mr. Dan Seppala
MOCK TRIAL
Mock Trial is a state-wide program sponsored by the Minnesota
State Bar Association with over 2,000 students competing
statewide in invitational and regional competitions. Students
interested in law (or a law related career) work together on
teams of 8-14 members preparing both the defense and plaintiff/
prosecution side of a criminal, civil or administrative law case. The
twelve top teams compete at the state tournament in mid-March.
The State champion advances to the nationals in May.
Advisor: Mr. Eric Strauss
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NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY
The Apple Valley High School chapter of the National Art Honor
Society was established in 1978 under the auspices of the
National Art Education Association. The National Art Honor
Society encourages and recognizes excellence in art by talented
high school students. In addition, it provides an opportunity
for students to make unique contributions to the school and
community through art. Student members must meet strict
national standards of scholarship, service, and character through
participation in the Apple Valley High School Visual Arts program.
Applications are available in Visual Arts room 143.
Advisor: Ms. Christiane Porter
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
The National Honor Society is a national organization whose
membership is based on scholarship, leadership, character, and
service. All second trimester sophomores, juniors, and seniors
with a 3.7 grade point average or higher - are eligible to indicate
their interest in membership.
Advisors: Ms. Rose Jagim and Ms. Alexandra Ross
The AVHS Chapter of the National Honor Society is affiliated
with the National Council through charter and Constitution. It
is an honor organization that recognizes students who are high
achievers in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership, and
service. Membership is granted only to those students selected by
The Faculty Council. The process for selection for membership in
the National Honor Society is as follows:
1. Students must complete four trimesters at AVHS or two
trimesters if he/she is a transfer student and has appropriate
documentation from the former school.
2. Student’s academic records are reviewed by their advisor’s to
determine scholastic eligibility. At AVHS, this is a cumulative
GPA of 3.700 at the completion of the fall trimester. Students
must also sign a pledge to contribute 12 hours of documented
community service per trimester once they are inducted.
3. Students who are eligible scholastically are notified by letter
and told that for further consideration they should complete
the Student Activity Information Form.
4. Students who are eligible scholastically are required
to attend an information meeting where the Student
Activity Information Form and guidelines that help define
the definitions of leadership, service, and character are
reviewed.
5. The Faculty Council (at least five faculty members appointed
by the AVHS Arts Administration) is convened by the chapter
advisor. The Faculty Council reviews each of the Student
Activity Information Forms. Each Council member makes an
Individual judgement as to whether or not the student meets
the criteria.
6. An NHS induction ceremony follows.
7. After participating in the ceremony, the student is considered
an active NHS member. Membership in National Honor
Society is by invitation only and at the discretion of the
Faculty Council.
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QUIZ BOWL
The students who participate in this competitive activity are
“knowledge experts.” The Quiz Bowl Team competes in the MN
Quiz Bowl League, South Suburban Conference Tournament,
University of St. Thomas Invitational, and the Blake Invitational.
Advisor: Mr. Brett Melton
ROBOTICS
FIRST Robotics Competition is a unique varsity sport of the mind
designed to help high-school-aged young people discover how
interesting and rewarding the life of engineers and researchers can
be. The acronym FIRST spells out the primary goal of the endeavor:
For Inspiration and Recognition in Science and Technology. The
FRC challenges teams of young people and their mentors to solve
common problems in a six-week time frame using a standard “kit
of parts” and a common set of rules. Teams build robots from the
parts and enter them in competitions designed by a committee of
engineers and other professionals.
Advisors: TBD
ROCKET CLUB
The AVHS Rocket Team competes in a national program called
Team America Rocketry Challenge. It is sponsored by the National
Association of rocketry and the Aerospace Industries Association.
The students must design, build and test a rocket to carry one raw
egg to a height of 750 feet and stay aloft for 45 seconds. The teams
score is the sum of the difference in height from 750 and time in
seconds from 45. Teams have two official chances to qualify for
the national fly-off. The top 100 schools from the 700 competing
move on to nationals.
Advisor: Ms. Erin Adams and Ms. Karin Baxter
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
The Science Olympiad team consists of students who compete in
23 different science events ranging from earth science, biology,
chemistry, physics and engineering. Students compete in 2-4
events much like a track athlete competes in multiple events at a
track meet. The events can be building competitions, lab practicals,
or paper and pencil tests. We compete at the invitational, region,
and state levels. The state winner advances to the national Science
Olympiad competitions in May.
Advisor: Ms. Erin Adams and Ms. Karin Baxter
SPEECH
If you want to be with enthusiastic people, develop your selfconfidence as well as your ability to express yourself as an actor
or speaker, competitive Speech is for you. Open to all students
in grades 9-12, Speech is intended to provide experience in
humorous monologues, storytelling, dramatic reading, as well
as serious speeches, group discussion, and creative expression.
This activity will hold “interest” meetings early in the school year
and compete in tournaments with other schools from January
through April for individual awards and trophies. In March and
April, team members Compete at the sub-region, region, and
state tournaments. A special program, “Eloquence”, featuring
Speech students, is scheduled each spring in the theatre.
Head Coaches:
Mr. Scott Voss, and Ms. Tzitel Voss
Director: Mr. Bryan Hagg
STUDENT COUNCIL
The AVHS Student Council participates in many school and
community activities - including Homecoming events, charity
events, bloodmobile, and school spirit events. We offer students
in all grades the opportunity to be positive leaders in our school.
Advisors: Mr. Travis Laurent and Ms. Kate Olsen
THEATRE PRODUCTIONS
As the curtain rises on this year’s theatre season at Apple Valley,
we look forward to the hours of tense tryouts and the days and
nights of rehearsals that lead up to the final exciting performance where we savor the roar of applause. Student actors, technicians,
and support crew are all encouraged to strive toward theatrical
excellence. The productions will include:
Fall Musical: Nov. 6-8 (Senior Citizens - Nov. 4)
Director: Ms. Josh Campbell
One-Act Play: January 11
Spring Play: April 28-30 (Senior Citizens - April 27)
Director: Ms. Mary Sue Adey
Broadway: Feb. 19-21; Feb. 26-28
(Senior Citizens - Feb. 17)
Director: Mr. Bill Blatzheim
Danceworks: May 19-21
Director: Ms. Kristin Blatzheim
TRAP SHOOTING
The AVHS Trapshooting Club season is from early April – late
May, and will be shooting at MGC on one night per week starting
at 5:30 until approximately 8:00 p.m. Fees are estimated to be
approximately $250. This will include range fees, ammunition,
clay targets and uniform shirt. Participating students are required
to possess a valid MN DNR Certified Firearms Safety Certificate or
an equivalent from any other state’s DNR or Game and Fish Dept.
Student athletes will be required to bring their own shotgun in
12 ga., 20 ga. or 28 ga. Shot shells will be provided as a part of
your participation fees. Eye and ear protection can be provided;
however, it is preferable for student athletes to provide their own.
Advisor: Mr. John Miller
YEARBOOK
Students interested in photography, layout and design, journalistic
reporting, and “putting it all together” in the high school annual
are invited to join the Yearbook staff. We welcome anyone who
would like to work on this year-long project.
Advisor: Ms. Meg Robles
ATHLETICS
ACCIDENTS
Notify a teacher or coach if any student is injured at school or
participating in a school activity. Students are to immediately
notify the supervising teacher or coach if injured at school or
while participating in a school activity.
ATHLETIC FEES
Independent School District 196 requires athletic fees of students
participating in cocurricular activities. The student will be
responsible for registering using the online FeePay system before
beginning practice. If the student decides not to participate within
the first week of practice, a full refund will be offered. After the first
week has passed, refunds are not available except in extenuating
circumstances. Contact the Athletic Office for refunds.
*Athletic Fees for Students in Grades 10-11-12
Football, Hockey, Alpine Skiing (Buck Hill season lift pass needed no additional fee required) - $185.00.
Wrestling, Basketball, Gymnastics, Figure Skating, Volleyball,
Swimming & Diving, Track & Field, Golf, Baseball, Softball, Soccer,
Lacrosse - $160.00.
Tennis, Cross Country, Nordic Skiing, Cheerleading, Dance Team
(Competitive) - $150.00.
*Athletic Fees for Students in Grade 9 - Participation in each
sport activity - $135.00.
*Adapted Athletics (All grade levels) - Participation in each sport
activity: $100.00.
Registration: please use the online FeePay system.
• Fees will be waived for students who qualify for free or
reduced lunch and for international exchange students.
• A cap of $350 per student will include athletics, arts, and
activities fees.
Intramurals – Fees range from $10.00-$85.00 per sport. (Selfsupporting program: Fee waivers cannot be accepted for
Intramural sports, there are no refunds, and Intramurals are not
included in District 196 yearly fee cap.)
BUILDING UTILIZATION
No students will be allowed to use any of the school facilities
unless supervised by a staff person. All student requests for
building utilization must go through the administration.
COCURRICULAR PARTICIPATION AND ILLNESS
Please be aware and notify students participating in activities of
the school’s position regarding student absenteeism and illness:
1. Students who either practice or play in competition must be in
school by 11:10 a.m. It is the school’s position that if students
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are too ill to attend school, they are too ill to compete in
cocurricular activities.
2. Activities are never to be used as an excuse to be late for
school.
3. In the event of extenuating situations regarding a student’s
participation, the administrator who oversees the student’s
activity (athletics, fine arts or student activities) will make the
final decision.
If there are any concerns regarding the above policies, please
contact the appropriate administrative office.
ELIGIBILITY
LOST EQUIPMENT
Students will not receive any awards until all lost items are either
returned or paid for.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ATHLETIC LOCKERS AND LOCKS
Locks are not provided for physical education or cocurricular
activities. Students will be responsible for the security of lockers
issued to them. We discourage keeping large amounts of money
or other valuables in lockers.
The sharing of lockers with fellow students is not advised due to
security related problems.
Students are responsible for having all required eligibility
information into the athletic office prior to competing in any
athletic practice or event. Students will not be allowed to compete
in athletic contests until all fees are paid or waived by the Athletics
Director.
As a symptom of society in general, AVHS has experienced locker
room break-ins increasing over the past years. It is recommended
that locks in the $10-$15 range be purchased and extreme care be
taken with any items kept in the lockers.
INSURANCE
Towels are not supplied by the school district. Students are
responsible for supplying their own towels for physical education
and cocurricular activities.
Independent School District 196 does not provide insurance to
students for any expenses involved in the treatment of athletic
injuries or any other accidental injuries occurring at school.
Since ISD #196 does not carry insurance for accidental injuries, we
strongly encourage every parent/guardian to review their present
insurance policy in order to assure that your son/daughter will
receive appropriate coverage in case of injury.
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TOWELS
AVHS Athletic, Arts and Activities Head Coaches and Advisors
Voice Mail Directory
To access Voice Mail Dial 651-683-6969, then the extension listed below.
ATHLETICS
ARTS
Activity Coach Voice Mail #
Adapted Floor Hockey - PI..........Brett Sadek...........................94371
Adapted Floor Hockey - CI..........Brett Kosidowski..................95293
Adapted Soccer - PI.....................Lorrie Buecksler...................96414
Adapted Soccer - CI.....................Tom Grothe..........................37829
Adapted Softball - PI...................Brett Kosidowski..................95293
Adapted Softball - CI...................Mary Hautman.....................37514
Alpine Skiing................................Craig Opel.............................95062
AVaires........................................Katie Amundson...................93346
Baseball.......................................Jeremy Hendrickson.............93037
Basketball, Boys..........................Zach Goring..........................93313
Basketball, Girls...........................Jeremy Gordon.....................95345
Cheerleading...............................Shawna Belden....................93343
Cross Country, Boys....................Rollie Greeno.......................93335
Cross Country, Girls.....................Raedi Zimmer.......................95197
Figure Skating..............................Rachelle Johnson.................93328
Football.......................................Chad Clendening..................92532
Golf, Boys....................................Chris Scanlon........................93431
Golf, Girls.....................................John Christiansen.................93369
Gymnastics, Girls.........................Carla Blazek..........................92586
Hockey, Boys...............................Chris Sikich...........................18291
Hockey, Girls................................Don Erdall.............................93310
Lacrosse, Boys.............................Michael Evans......................93434
Lacrosse, Girls.............................Alex Ross..............................93430
Nordic Skiing...............................Brian Abery..........................98680
Soccer, Boys.................................Chuck Scanlon......................93394
Soccer, Girls.................................Keith Randa..........................93385
Softball, Girls...............................Chris Sikich...........................18291
Swimming, Boys..........................Scott Pearson.......................37889
Swimming, Girls..........................Scott Pearson.......................37889
Tennis, Boys.................................Bruce Gullikson....................93426
Tennis, Girls.................................Herb Harvey.........................98625
Track & Field, Boys......................Jeff Flugum...........................93396
Track & Field, Girls......................Raedi Zimmer.......................95197
Trainer.........................................Annie Rowan........................18713
Volleyball, Girls............................Heather LaChapelle..............93017
Wrestling.....................................Dalen Wasmund..................93382
Activity Contact Person Voice Mail #
National Art Honor Society....... Chris Porter.........................93300
Debate...................................... Bryan Hagg.........................93390
Speech...................................... Bryan Hagg.........................93390
Theatre Manager...................... Cliff Dodge.......................... 18240
Theatre - Spring Play................ Mary Sue Adey...................18253
Theatre - Musical & One-Act.... Josh Campbell........................ TBD
Yearbook................................... Meg Robles.........................93388
Vocal Music.............................. Joel Beyer........................... 18325
Instrumental Music......................Corey Desens......................18266
Dance....................................... Kristin Blatzheim.................18265
ACTIVITIES
Activity Contact Person Voice Mail #
A.V.R.M. (Apple Valley Role Models)... Nathan Fritz........................93353
Chess Team............................... TBD........................................ TBD
Eagle Buddies........................... Tamra Taylor........................93455
EaglEye..................................... Drew McCluskey.................93392
EaglEye..................................... Cliff Dodge.......................... 18240
Infinity Dance Group................ Clarie Grant........................93448
Math League............................ Dan Peterson......................93435
Mock Trial................................. Eric Strauss.........................93348
National Honor Society............ Alex Ross............................. 93430
Quiz Bowl................................. Brett Melton.......................93373
Robotics.................................... TBD.......................................... TBD
Rocket Club............................... Erin Adams...........................93350
Science Olympiad..................... Karin Baxter..........................93359
Student Council........................ Travis Laurent.....................93326
Student Council........................ Kaitlin Olsen........................93306
Trap Shooting........................... John Miller.............. 612-508-7641
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STUDENT RIGHTS AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
Over the years, most high schools have operated on a very general
and non-specific code of conduct. The basis for this stance was a
feeling that since the school had the authority to function in place
of parents (in loco parentis) it was preferable to operate on the
basis of reasonable conduct expectations rather than a long list of
rules and regulations.
The following code of behavior was developed by the Apple Valley
faculty and administration. All members of the school community
should be familiar with the rights and responsibilities of students
according to its terms.
1. Rules are written so that they may be applied consistently and
consequences for misbehavior can be known in advance.
2. Rules are not to be written simply to control students for
the sake of control. The basis of all rules should be to permit
the optimum functioning of learning, to permit all persons
to spend their hours at school safely and happily, and to
contribute to a sanitary and pleasant physical environment.
3. Because rules are for the common good, they are as applicable
to other members of the school community as to students.
4. The consequences for rule violations will vary dependent
upon the nature and number of occurrences of the offense.
In order to align the severity of a consequence with an
offense, several qualities of consequences were considered:
deterrence, rehabilitation, and retribution. This is to say that
a perfect consequence must prevent offenses by warning of
consequences, correct the future behavior of the offender,
and apply a consequence to the offender for the offense.
5. Every student is entitled to a full and impartial review of a
disciplinary action or decision.
6. For the good of the vast majority of the student body,
individual students who consistently violate the rights of
others or who exhibit little or no interest in the basic purpose
of the school-learning process may be removed from the
institution in a manner and for a period of time consistent
with the laws of the State of Minnesota.
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
The Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook is
mailed by the district office to all student families in mid-August
and includes a complete set of the policies. Administrators may
assign consequences as they deem appropriate.
CONSEQUENCES
For misbehaviors there are specific consequences. Consequences
for violation will include student conferences and parent or
guardian notifications; may include, but are not limited to parent
conference, restitution, detention and up to one day out-of-school
suspension (OSS).
Detention – Detention is offered on select weekdays and Saturday
mornings. The exact schedule will be available in the attendance
office.
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All detentions require the student to come with homework or
something to read or study. Detention will not be rescheduled.
Students select their detention date from a window of one
or two weeks from their infraction. Students are expected to
schedule their other commitments, such as work schedules, so
they will not conflict with the detention date.
Students are not allowed to talk, eat or leave the detention room.
The use of iPods (or similar systems), game boys, cell phones
or headphones is prohibited. Failure to report or complete the
assigned detention will result in an immediate 1 day OSS. Students
are given a copy of their detention notice to be taken home to
the parent/guardian. Notification is given to parent(s)/guardian
by telephone, when possible. It is the student’s responsibility to
inform parent(s)/guardian of all assigned detentions.
Dismissal – Dismissing a student from school for less than one
school day.
Exclusion – Action taken by the school board to prevent a student
from enrolling or re-enrolling for a period of time not to extend
beyond the school year.
Expulsion – A school board action to prohibit an enrolled student
from further attendance for up to 12 months from the date the
student is expelled.
Expulsion from bus – Transportation Department student conduct
specialist or school administrator action to prohibit a student from
riding a school bus or other district vehicle for up to 12 months
from the date of the expulsion.
Fine – A financial penalty assessed of a student by the school.
Mediation – Mediation is designed to:
• Prevent minor misbehaviors from escalating to the point
where disciplinary consequences need to be applied. (For
example, teasing, name-calling, spreading Rumors, etc., can
be mediated if both parties are willing to participate.)
• Resolve interpersonal conflicts that may also require
disciplinary consequences. (For example, after a student
has received the designated disciplinary consequences for
physical fighting, he or she could be offered the option of
mediation to prevent the problem from escalating in the
future.)
Notification of Parent or Guardian – Conversation (in person or
by telephone) and/or written contact between a school employee
(usually a teacher, student support staff member or administrator)
and a student’s parent or guardian.
Notification of Police – Contact by the school administration or
Transportation Department
with the local police department to inform them about an illegal
misbehavior engaged in by a student.
Parent Conference – Scheduled meeting between a school
employee and a student’s parent or guardian.
Referral to County Diversion Program – (Middle school and high
school only) – For secondary school students who misbehave
for the first time in the areas of robbery or extortion; theft, or
knowingly receiving or possessing stolen property; trespassing,
or intentional damage of property (vandalism). Unless there are
compelling circumstances (which will be documented by the
administrator), the administrator will offer the student’s parent(s)
or guardian(s) (or the adult student, if age 18 or older) to refer
the student to the Dakota County Juvenile Property Offender
Diversion Program and to reduce the required number of days of
suspension. The parent(s) or guardian(s) (or adult student, if age
18 or older) may then choose to accept or not accept the optional
consequence.
Removal from Class – Action taken by a teacher, administrator or
other district employee to prohibit a student from attending one
or more class periods or activity periods for up to five days.
Restitution – Compensation or compensatory service required
of a student who has damaged, taken or destroyed school or
personal property.
Student Conference - Verbal interaction between a school staff
member and a student. The student conference may be as
informal as a conversation between a teacher and a student in
the hallway or as formal as a scheduled meeting between the
principal and student in the principal’s office.
Suspension, from Bus – Action taken by the Transportation
Department Student Conduct Specialist or an administrator to
prohibit a student from riding a school bus or other district vehicle
for a specific number of days per incident.
Suspension, In-School – Action taken by a teacher, administrator
or other district employee to prohibit a student from attending
more than one class and/or activity period for a period of time
not to exceed five days.
Suspension, Out-of-School – Action taken by the school
administration to prohibit a student from attending school for
a period of time of no more than 10 school days. (A one-day
suspension is for a consecutive period of time equivalent to one
school day. For example, if a student is suspended at noon, he or
she may be suspended until noon the following school day.) If a
suspension is longer than five days, the suspending administrator
shall provide the superintendent or designee with a reason for
the suspension. Both ISS and OSS will count as days absent
from class in the attendance policy. Students are given credit
for makeup work completed as a result of absences due to
suspension. Minnesota Statutes allow suspensions up to 10
consecutive school days. Additional days of suspension may be
assigned if any suspended student is on school district property
while serving a suspension.
Violent Student Behavior (VSB) - A student who engages in a
behavior identified as “VSB” (violent student behavior) in the
consequences grid will be identified as a student with a history of
violent behavior.
There are also several types of consequences available in
certain circumstances, including family education classes, home
consultant program involvement and parent shadows.
SOURCES OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information about student behavior and discipline and
related issues, refer to the District 196 Overview of Student Rights
and Responsibilities Handbook.
For more information about responding to misbehavior by a
special education student, refer to administrative regulation
503.3.1AR, Special Education Students: Consequences For
Misbehavior, district procedure 503.3P and the District 196 Child
Study Handbook.
STAFF NOTIFICATION OF VIOLENT BEHAVIOR
BY STUDENTS (VSB)
According to Minnesota Statute 121A.64: A classroom teacher has
a legitimate educational interest in knowing which students placed
in the teacher’s classroom have a history of violent behavior.
Teachers must be notified before such students are placed in the
teacher’s classroom. Students who become identified as having a
history of violent behavior as the year progresses, will constitute
the need for teacher notification.
Identification of Students with a History of Violent Behavior – A
student who engages in a behavior identified as “VSB” (violent
student behavior) in the consequences grid will be identified as a
student with a history of violent behavior.
Notification to Teachers/Staff – Teacher notification will occur on
District Procedure 503.3.5P, Staff Notification of Violent Behavior
by Students, with a copy placed in the student’s educational record
and retained pursuant to the school district’s records retention
schedule. Written notification should be provided to all of the
student’s classroom teachers. Building principals have discretion
to provide notice to other staff members who also interact with
the student. Written notification to the teacher will occur prior to
the placement of a student in the teacher’s classroom whenever
possible. Once a student has been identified as a student with
a history of violent behavior, notification will occur for the
remainder of the school year and the following school year. The
period of notification will be extended accordingly for each new
incident of violent behavior that occurs.
Notification to the Parent of a Student Identified as Having a
History of Violent Behavior – Parental notification of a student
having a history of violent behavior will be consistent with
notification practices in this handbook.
Notice to Other School Districts – This notice is an educational
record and will be transferred to an enrolling school district.
Training – Pursuant to Minnesota Statute 121A.64, representatives
of the School Board and representatives of the teachers will discuss
the needs of students and staff. The parties may discuss necessary
training which may include training on conflict resolution and
positive behavior interventions and possible intervention services
such as student behavioral assessments.
Written Notification from Law Enforcement – A school that
receives formal notification from law enforcement or the court
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system about a student’s delinquent conduct in the community
shall process that notification as required by Minnesota Statute
121A.75. This may include notification of appropriate staff if
necessary to protect others from needless vulnerability and to
allow staff members to work with the student in an appropriate
manner. Notification shall be in accordance with the law and shall
not be governed by the district’s procedures for staff notification
of students with a history of violent behavior. The handling and
retention of records received pursuant to Minnesota Statute
121A.75 shall be according to the requirements of that statute
and Minnesota Statute 120A.22, subd. 7.
Record of Notice – The administration must keep a copy of
District Procedure 503.3.5P, Staff Notification of Violent Behavior
by Students, on file to provide a record of those staff members
notified under this section.
MISBEHAVIORS AND CONSEQUENCES
Consequences apply regardless of whether the misbehavior took
place in school, on district property, in a district vehicle, at a school
or district activity, or at a school bus stop. The administrator may
recommend longer suspensions, expulsion or other discipline on
a case-by-case basis with approval from the appropriate districtlevel director. This may include more severe consequences
for students with multiple offenses in different categories of
misbehavior.
OVERVIEW
The consequences for misbehavior described in this regulation are
designed to be fair, firm and consistent for all students in District
196. They apply to District 196 students in any school or other
district building, on district property, in district vehicles, and at
school or district events.
Because it is not possible to list every misbehavior that occurs,
misbehaviors not included in this regulation will be responded to
as necessary by staff. This regulation is based on the assumption
that minor misbehaviors are dealt with by bus drivers, chaperones,
classroom teachers, counselors, administrators and other
appropriate district staff.
A teacher, school employee, school bus driver or other agent of the
district may use reasonable force in compliance with Minnesota
Statutes §121A.582 and other laws
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION
District 196 complies with state and federal laws prohibiting
discrimination, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of
1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination
Act of 1975, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991 and the Minnesota Human
Rights Act.
No person protected by these laws shall, on the grounds of race,
color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability,
status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or age,
be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or
be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any educational
program or activity operated by the district.
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The superintendent develops and implements programs and
processes to:
• Assure district compliance in educational programs, athletics,
counseling, activities and facilities;
• Evaluate district operations in terms of applicable federal and
state laws prohibiting discrimination;
• Set up a Title IX grievance process and appoint a district Title
IX compliance officer, and
• Set up a Section 504 grievance process and appoint a Section
504 compliance officer.
Students are responsible for reporting to their principal any
evidence of discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with
regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or age in the
district.
Title IX Grievance Process -- Any district student who believes
himself or herself to be a victim of discrimination on the basis
of sex in violation of Title IX may file a grievance in writing with
the District 196 compliance officer (the School District Attorney)
if not grievable by means of another grievance procedure. The
grievance must be filed within seven calendar days of the alleged
discriminatory act or conduct, or the grievance will be waived.
The School District Attorney may be reached at 3455 153rd St.
West, Rosemount, Minnesota 55068, or by telephone at
651-423-7883.
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5-day susp. and •VSB
5. Ammunition, Mace or Pepper Gas Possession – Possession of
bullets, other projectiles designed to be used in a weapon or other
material designed to cause pain or injury.
6. Arson – Intentional destruction or damage to school or district
buildings or property by means of fire.
7. Assault: Aggravated – Committing an assault upon another
person with a weapon or a device used as a weapon, or an assault
which inflicts great bodily harm upon another person.
expulsion and •VSB
5-day susp. and •VSB
expulsion
10-day susp. with chemical
assessment and agreement
to follow assessment
recommendations or
expulsion
expulsion and •VSB
expulsion
3-day susp.
3rd Offense
1-day susp.
2nd Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
expulsion, restitution and
•VSB
expulsion and •VSB
5-day susp. with
chemical assessment or
10-day susp.
4. Alcohol, Possession or Use – Possessing, influenced by the use
of, or using alcohol.
* For the purposes of this handbook, alcohol means any alcoholic substance—in whatever
form (e.g., liquid, powder)—that has an intoxicating effect on the central nervous system
and includes any alcoholic substance which may not be legally possessed or consumed by
persons under the age of 21.
MISBEHAVIORS
1st Offense
1. Abuse: Verbal, Written or Otherwise Expressed – Arousing
alarm in others through the use of language that is discriminatory,
abusive, bullying, threatening or obscene, including through the
use of electronic communication.
Involving student
★
Involving self-harm
Referral for mental
health assessment
Involving staff
3-day susp.
2. Alarm, False – Intentionally giving a false alarm of a fire or
5-day susp.
other emergency notification system (such as 911), or tampering
or, interfering with any alarm or alarm sensor.
3. Alcohol*, Intent to Sell, Give or Share – Selling, giving or
5-day susp. with
sharing or intending to sell, give or share alcohol, including
chemical assessment or
through the use of electronic communication, where selling,
10-day susp.
giving or sharing is prohibited by Minnesota or federal law.
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5-day susp. and •VSB
4th Offense
Students are expected not to engage in the following activities. The consequences apply regardless of whether the misbehavior took place in school, on district property, in a district
vehicle, at a school or district activity, or at a school bus stop. Consequences also apply to misbehaviors carried out through the use of electronic communication. The consequences
may also apply for misbehaviors which take place at other locations but directly affect school programs or activities. The school district makes every effort to apply disciplinary consequences consistently, but the administrator may recommend longer or shorter suspensions, expulsion, denial of transportation privileges, other discipline, or interventions such as
mental health referrals on a case-by-case basis. This may include more severe consequences for students with multiple offenses in different categories of misbehavior or when a single
behavior is particularly severe. Administrators may apply less severe consequences after considering intent or other extenuating circumstances.
Misbehaviors and Consequences for High School Students
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2nd Offense
expulsion and restitution
expulsion
5-day susp. and •VSB
expulsion and •VSB
3-day susp.
3-day susp.
5-day susp. and •VSB
★
expulsion and VSB
10-day susp and VSB
5-10 day susp. and •VSB expulsion and •VSB
expulsion and •VSB
1st Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
8. Assault: Physical – Acting with intent to cause fear in another
person of immediate bodily harm or death, or intentionally
bullying, inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm upon
another person. Any intentional, harmful or potentially harmful
physical contact or bullying initiated by a student against a staff
member will be considered to be assault.
Upon a student
Upon a staff member, including agents, volunteers and School
Resource Officers
Refusing to obey an order to cease striking, hitting, or attacking
another student with the intent to cause physical harm.
9. Assault: Verbal, Written or Otherwise Expressed –
Confrontation with a student or staff member through statements
or actions which bullies, intimidates, threatens or causes fear of
bodily harm or death, including through the use of electronic
communication.
Upon a student
Upon a staff member
10. Bodily Harm, Inflicting – Committing a reckless or negligent
act that inflicts bodily harm upon another person.
11. False Threat, Bomb or Other Act of Violence – Intentionally
giving a false alarm of a bomb or other act of violence against
the school or another individual including through the use of
electronic communication.
12. Bullying – Bullying is subject to discipline under other
categories including, but not limited to, abuse, assault,
harassment, cyberbullying, or through the use of other electronic
communication. See Administrative Regulation 503.8AR,
Bullying Prohibition.
13. Burglary – Entering a building or a specific area of a building
without consent and with intent to commit a crime, or entering a
building without consent and committing a crime.
5-day susp.
expulsion and •VSB
3rd Offense
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expulsion
4th Offense
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expulsion
3rd Offense
10-day susp. with chemical expulsion
assessment and agreement
to follow assessment
recommendations
2nd Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
Certain felony-level drugs, specifically cocaine, ecstasy
(MDMA), heroin, nonmedical methamphetamine (meth) and
psilocybin (magic mushroom), will result in expulsion.
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
1st Offense
expulsion
14. Chemicals: Intent to Sell, Give or Share – Selling, giving or
sharing chemicals or drug paraphernalia, or intending to sell,
give or share chemicals or drug paraphernalia, including through
electronic communication. For the purposes of this section,
chemicals include: narcotics, controlled substances, items
purported or believed to be narcotics or controlled substances,
prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications to be used for
the purpose of mood alteration, and synthetic marijuana and any
related derivatives or other synthetic drugs that can be used for
the purpose of mood alteration. For purposes of this section, drug
paraphernalia means items prohibited by Minnesota or federal
law that are used for consumption or manufacturing of drugs.
15. Chemicals: Possession, Under the Influence, Attempted
Possession or Use – Possessing, being influenced by the use
of, attempting to possess or using any chemical or possessing
or using drug paraphernalia, including through electronic
communication. For purposes of this section, chemicals include:
narcotics or controlled substances, or items purported or believed
to be a narcotic or controlled substance, prescription drugs or
over-the-counter medications to be used for the purpose of mood
alteration, and synthetic marijuana and any related derivatives or
other synthetic drugs that can be used for the purpose of mood
alteration. For the purpose of this section, drug paraphernalia
means items prohibited by Minnesota or federal law that are used
for consumption or manufacturing of drugs. (Any prescription or
over-the-counter medication a student is required to take, with the
exception of inhalers, EpiPens and insulin, must be left with and
administered by the school nurse, in accordance with 506.2.2AR,
Administering Medication.) Students in grades 7-12 may selfadminister standard doses of non-prescription pain relievers
with written parent permission. (Refer to 506.2.1.2P, Emergency
Information – Secondary Students, for more information.)
Drugs other than those listed below will result in the following
5-day susp. with
consequences.
chemical assessment or
10-day susp.
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2nd Offense
5-day susp., restitution
and •VSB
expulsion, •VSB and
restitution
expulsion, •VSB and
restitution
1-day susp.
1st Offense
3-day susp. and
restitution
5-day susp. and
restitution
10-day susp. and
restitution
★
3-day susp.
3rd Offense
expulsion, restitution and
•VSB
5-day susp.
4th Offense
★; may include
revocation of parking
permit
expulsion and •VSB
1st Offense
3rd Offense
4th Offense
expulsion and •VSB
5-day susp. and •VSB
5-day susp. and •VSB
3-day susp.
(continued on next page)
expulsion and •VSB
3-day susp.; may include 5-day susp.; may include expulsion
revocation of parking
revocation of parking
permit
permit
2nd Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
19. Explosives, Possession and/or Use – Possessing or using any
compound or mixture, the primary or common purpose of which
is to function by explosion, with substantially instantaneous
release of gas and heat.
20. Fighting – Adversarial physical contact (differentiated from
3-day susp.
poking, pushing, shoving or scuffling) in which one or both of the
parties contributed to the situation by verbally instigating a fight
and/or physical action.
21. Fighting, Promoting/Instigating a Fight – Contributing to a
1-day susp.
fight verbally or through behavior, including through the use of
electronic communication.
18. Driving, Careless or Reckless – Driving on school property in
such a manner as to endanger persons or property.
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
* Lewd and Obscene is defined as follows: 1) The average person, applying contemporary community standards, would find that the clothing taken as a whole appeals to the prurient interest
of minors of like age; 2) The clothing depicts or describes sexual conduct in a manner that is patently offensive to prevailing standards in the adult community concerning how such conduct
should be presented to minors of like age, and 3) The clothing taken as a whole lacks serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value for minors.
* Disruptive is defined as reasonably forecasted to materially and substantially interfere with the requirements of appropriate discipline in the operation of the school or the work of the school
or to infringe on the rights of other students.
* Abusive is defined as insulting, contemptuous or defamatory.
* Discriminatory is defined as demonstrating prejudice against groups or individuals, as referred to in the district’s anti-discrimination policy.
17. Dress – Clothing may not include words or visuals which are
lewd*, obscene*, disruptive*, abusive* or discriminatory*, or
which advertise drugs, alcohol or tobacco. Dress or grooming
which is disruptive to the classroom or school atmosphere is not
allowed. Shoes must be worn at all times for health and safety
reasons. Secondary school students may not wear facemasks,
clothing, or any item that would prevent the student from being
immediately identifiable. Exceptions may be authorized by school
administrators.
Damage of Property (Vandalism) - Greater than $1,000 damage
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
16. Damage of or Tampering with Property (Vandalism) –
Intentionally damaging or tampering with property that belongs
to the school, district, other students, employees or others.
(Note: Damaging or tampering with safety and security
equipment [e.g., fire extinguishers, Automated External
Defibrillators {AEDs}, surveillance cameras/equipment, fire
alarm sensors, sprinkler systems] will automatically result in
consequences beginning at the 2nd offense level.)
Damage of Property (Vandalism) – Greater than $500 damage
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3-day susp.
5-day susp.
expulsion
5-day susp.
3-day susp.
★
expulsion and •VSB
5-day susp. and •VSB
1-day susp.
5-day susp.
5-day susp.
3-day susp.
3-day susp.
expulsion and •VSB
5-day susp. and •VSB
3-day susp.
5-day susp.
expulsion
3rd Offense
1-day susp.
3-day susp.
★
expulsion
5-day susp.
1-day susp.
3-day susp.
5-day susp.
3-day susp.
1-day susp.
expulsion
2nd Offense
5-day susp.
★
1st Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
22. Fire Extinguisher, Unauthorized Use – Unauthorized handling
of a fire extinguisher or fire alarm sensors.
23. Fireworks, Possession – Possessing or offering for sale any
substance, combination of substances or articles prepared to
produce a visible or audible effect by combustion, explosion,
deflagration or detonation.
24. Fireworks, Use – Using any substance, combination of
substances or articles prepared to produce a visible or audible
effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation.
25. Gambling – Playing a game of chance for stakes.
26. Harassment – Participating in or conspiring with others to
engage in acts that injure, bully, degrade, intimidate or disgrace
other individuals, including indecent exposure, displaying
pornography, and harassing words or actions that negatively
impact on an individual or group because of their characteristics,
including through the use of electronic communication .
Harassment based upon an individual or group’s sex, race,
color, creed, religion, disability, national origin, marital
status, age, sexual orientation, or public assistance status shall
also be handled in accordance with 503.4AR, Harassment,
Discrimination, Violence or Hazing by a Student.
27. Hazing – Committing an act against a student or coercing a
student into committing an act that creates a substantial risk of
harm or holds a student up to ridicule in order for the student to
be initiated into or affiliated with a student organization, group
or club, including through the use of electronic communication.
Hazing shall also be handled in accordance with 503.4AR,
Harassment, Discrimination, Violence or Hazing by a Student.
28. Insubordination – Willful refusal to follow an appropriate
direction given by a staff member.
29. Incendiary Devices – Unauthorized possession or igniting of
matches, lighters and other devices that produce flames.
Igniting Combustibles, Intentional – Intentionally igniting
combustible liquids or other items that cause disruption or unsafe
environment.
30. Interference, Disruption or Obstruction – Any action taken to
attempt to prevent one or more staff members or students from
exercising their assigned duties, including loud speech, shouting,
screaming or through the use of electronic communication.
31. Lewd Behavior – Sexual conduct that is considered indecent or
offensive.
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
(continued on next page)
expulsion
expulsion
expulsion
5-day susp.
expulsion
4th Offense
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3-day susp.
5-day susp.
1-day susp.
3-day susp.
★
★
★
5-day susp.
3-day susp.
★
★
5-day susp. and
restitution
3-day susp.
★
3-day susp. and
restitution
★
expulsion and •VSB
1-day susp.
expulsion
5-day susp.
1-day susp.
expulsion and restitution
5-day susp.
5-day susp.
3-day susp.
3rd Offense
3-day susp.
3-day susp.
1-day susp.
2nd Offense
★
expulsion, restitution and
•VSB
1-day susp.
★
1st Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
33. Pornography – Possessing, creating or accessing sexually
explicit material, including sexting, or through the use of other
electronic communication.
34. Propping, Rigging or Disabling a Secure Door – Any action
which causes a door to be unsecured in order to facilitate
subsequent re-entry.
35. Records or Identification Falsification – Falsifying
signatures, data, or school documents, or refusing to give proper
identification or giving false information to a staff member.
36. Robbery or Extortion – Obtaining property from another person
where his or her consent was induced by use of force, threat
of force or under false pretenses, including through the use of
electronic communication.
37. Sexual Violence – A physical act of aggression or force, or the
threat of aggression or force, which involves non-consensual
sexual contact or sexual intercourse with another person,
including intentional touching of clothing covering a person’s
intimate parts, intentional touching of a person’s intimate
parts, forcing a person to touch any person’s intimate parts, or
intentional attempted or actual removal of clothing covering a
person’s intimate parts or undergarments. (For more information,
refer to 503.4AR, Harassment, Discrimination, Violence or
Hazing by a Student.)
38. Technology-Related
Non-school use of technology
Unauthorized adding or altering of hardware/software on a
workstation or server (damage of property)
Possession of obscene, vulgar or sexually explicit material using
technology (pornography), including sexting, or through the use
of any electronic communication or device
Unauthorized access or activity in a secured area of computer
or network through the use of any electronic communication or
device (trespassing)
Other violations of 503.7AR, Acceptable Use of Information
Technology - Students
32. Nuisance and/or Recording Devices – Causing a nuisance with
objects that cause distractions, such as MP3 players (iPods),
radios, headsets, cellular phones, universal remote controls, laser
pointers, etc. Causing a nuisance through the non-curricular use
of cameras, cell phones or other devices for photographic, audio,
video, or digital recording and/or sharing of those recordings
without staff permission is prohibited.
Involving staff
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
(continued on next page)
5-day susp.
5-day susp.
5-day susp.
5-day susp.
4th Offense
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3-day susp. and
restitution
1-day susp.
2nd Offense
5-day susp. and
restitution
3-day susp.
3rd Offense
3-day susp.
5-day susp.
3-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
1-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
1-day susp.
3-day susp.
1-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
★
5-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
3-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
expulsion
5-day susp.
3-day susp. and
5-day susp. and
expulsion and restitution
restitution
restitution
5-day susp. and
expulsion and restitution
restitution
expulsion and restitution
1-day susp. and
restitution
expulsion and •VSB
★
1st Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
Refusal to comply with parking regulations.
38A. Cyberbullying – Inappropriate use of technology or other
electronic communication including, but not limited to, a transfer
of a sign, signal, writing, image, sound or date, including a
post on a social network Internet website or forum, transmitted
through a computer, cell phone, or other electronic device to
bully another. Cyberbullying is prohibited on school premises,
during school functions or activities, on school transportation,
or on school computers, networks, forums and mailing lists, or
off the school premises to the extent such use substantially and
materially disrupts student learning or the school environment.
Students may also be disciplined under other qualifying
categories listed within this document.
39. Terroristic Threat – Threatening, directly or indirectly, to
commit a crime of violence with the purpose to terrorize another
or with reckless disregard of the risk of causing terror in another,
including through the use of electronic communication.
40. Theft, or Knowingly Receiving or Possessing Stolen Property –
Unauthorized taking of the property of another person or
receiving or possessing such property. (For more information
about theft related to the use of information technology, refer to
503.7AR, Acceptable Use of Information Technology - Students.)
Theft, or Knowingly Receiving or Possessing Stolen Property –
with a value over $50
Theft or Knowingly Receiving or Possessing Stolen Property –
with a value over $500
Theft or Knowingly Receiving or Possessing Stolen Property –
with a value over over $1,000
41. Tobacco – Possessing, using, selling, giving or sharing tobacco,
liquid or electronic cigarettes or electronic hookah pens in district
buildings, on district grounds, in district vehicles or at district
events in violation of 406.5AR, Tobacco-Free Environment.
42. Trespassing – Being present in any district facility or portion of a
district facility when it is closed to the public or when the student
does not have the authorization to be there, or unauthorized
presence in a district vehicle.
43. Vehicle, Unauthorized Use – Occupying or using vehicles
during school hours without school authorization.
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
(continued on next page)
5-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
5-day susp.; may include
revocation of parking
permit
5-day susp.
expulsion and restitution
5-day susp.
4th Offense
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1st Offense
2nd Offense
3rd Offense
4th Offense
3rd Offense
3-day bus susp.
3-day bus susp.
3-day bus susp.
2nd Offense
1-day bus susp.
1-day bus susp.
1-day bus susp.
★
★
★
1st Offense
•VSB – violent student behavior see page 13, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
MISBEHAVIORS IN DISTRICT VEHICLES
45. Eating/Drinking on the Bus – Due to the dangers of choking
and of allergic reactions to food, eating and drinking are not
allowed on the bus.
46. Improper Boarding or Departing – Getting on or off the bus in
a manner which could cause injury to self or others.
47. Not Remaining Seated when the bus is in motion (as required
by Minnesota Statute 169.447), including not keeping hands,
arms, legs and head inside the bus.
(continued on next page)
5-day bus susp.
5-day bus susp.
4th Offense
5-day bus susp.
Riding a school bus is a privilege, not a right. To help ensure the safety of students, transportation employees and other motorists, students are expected to abide by all student
behavior rules outlined in board policy and reviewed in this handbook, and by the additional transportation safety rules reviewed in the following chart. Video cameras are used on
some school buses, and students’ conversations and actions may be recorded on video/audio tape. The use of video cameras is intended to decrease student misbehavior and allow
safe bus operation for students, drivers and other motorists.
While riding in a district vehicle, in accordance with state law, students shall not transport gasoline, animals or any other dangerous or objectionable objects, except for animals
specifically trained to assist people who are blind or have other disabilities. Students are allowed to bring other items on the bus that can be held on the student’s lap or at his/her seat
in a safe manner as long as it does not displace another student. Items such as skateboards, roller blades, ice skates, bats, etc. are allowed on the bus when stored in an appropriate
bag/container so as to prevent injury to bus passengers. Items that are longer than 39 inches (the height of the bus seat back) are prohibited without approval from the Transportation
Department. Students who violate these or other district policies and regulations while riding in a district vehicle or at a school bus stop will be disciplined in accordance with student
behavior rules outlined in board policy and reviewed in this handbook and may be denied transportation privileges in addition to the consequences listed.
To ensure on-time arrival at schools, students are expected to be present at the bus stop five minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time. The bus driver is responsible for maintaining appropriate student behavior on the bus and is authorized to assign students to specific seats. Once students board the bus they must remain on the bus until they have reached
their school or designated stop. The driver will report students who violate the rules to the student’s school principal or the Transportation Department student conduct specialist.
If a student’s transportation privileges are denied because of the student’s misbehavior, the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) will be responsible for transporting the student to
and from school. Any student who is issued a citation trespassing them from a school property will lose their bus riding privileges to/from that property. (Student behavior policies
will be adjusted – as required by federal and state laws and regulations – for special education students who have individual education plans [IEPs].)
Students are expected not to engage in the following activities in district vehicles.
Student Transportation: Behavior Expectations
44. Weapon or Look-alike Weapon, Possession – Possessing any
firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, or any device intended to
look like a firearm; any knife; any device or instrument designed
as a weapon and capable of producing severe bodily harm, or
intended to look like a device or instrument capable of producing
severe bodily harm; or any other device, instrument or substance,
which, in the manner in which it is used or intended to be used, is
calculated or likely to produce severe bodily harm or looks like it
is calculated or likely to produce severe bodily harm.
Weapon or look-alike weapon, possession
expulsion and •VSB
MISBEHAVIORS (continued)
Handbook - 97
5-day bus susp.
3-day bus susp.
expulsion from bus
expulsion from bus
5-day bus susp.
3-day bus susp.
5-day bus susp.
5-day bus susp.
3rd Offense
3-day bus susp.
3-day bus susp.
2nd Offense
1-day bus susp.
3-day bus susp.
★
★
1-day bus susp.
1st Offense
expulsion from bus
expulsion from bus
4th Offense
5-day bus susp.
★ – see page 12, 2015-16 Overview of Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook
Minnesota Statute 121A.59 states: “Transportation by school bus is a privilege, not a right, for an eligible student. A student’s eligibility to ride a school bus
may be revoked for a violation of school bus safety or conduct policies, or for violation of any other law governing student conduct on a school bus, pursuant
to a written school district discipline policy. Revocation of a student’s bus riding privilege is not an exclusion, expulsion, or suspension under the Pupil Fair
Dismissal Act. Revocation procedures for a student who is an individual with a disability under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, United States
Code, title 20, section 1400 et seq., section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, United States Code, title 29, section 794, and the Americans with Disabilities
Act, Public Law Number 101-336, are governed by these provisions.”
49. Tampering With Emergency or Safety Equipment –
Unauthorized handling of emergency or safety equipment on the
bus, including first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and emergency
doors, windows or hatches, or crossing/patrol flags.
50. Throwing, Shooting or Spraying of Objects or Propellants –
Throwing or shooting any items inside a bus, from outside
to inside or from inside to outside a bus. Any spraying of
propellants such as cologne, paint, etc. while on the bus.
51. Use of Nuisance Devices on a School Bus – Using nuisance
devices including, but not limited to, laser pointers, cellular
phones, cameras or electronic devices on a school bus in a way
that disrupts the safe transportation of students and/or endangers
students or employees.
52. Smoking of Tobacco or Other Substances – Smoking tobacco,
including electronic cigarettes, electronic hookahs, or other
substances while on the school bus.
MISBEHAVIORS IN DISTRICT VEHICLES (continued)
48. Pushing, Shoving or Scuffling (resulting in injury)
Writing at Apple Valley High School
Writing is a skill fundamental to success in the modern world. Whether in print or electronic form, writing is
reflective of an individual’s ability to think, research, synthesize, and express. It is the goal of AVHS that all students
should have access to writing instruction that will prepare them for the demands of their future education, work,
and self-expression.
It is a priority that all students at AVHS will receive purposeful and rigorous instruction in writing across a variety
of genres. Taught in accordance with ISD 196 instructional guidelines, students will learn about writing as a
process. Students will learn to consider the purpose for various documents, to consider their audience, and to
select the appropriate rhetorical and formatting strategies to achieve their goals. Listed below are guidelines for
the writing process.
Guidelines for the Process of Writing
Prewriting/Invention
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Identify an appropriate topic for the assignment.
Narrow the topic until it can be thoroughly developed for the specified length.
Recognize the purpose for your writing.
Use your understanding of purpose and audience to determine the type of language and choice of
details to utilize.
Gather and list helpful details for developing the topic.
Evaluate and organize the list of details.
Drafting
1.
2.
3.
Keep your audience and purpose in mind, begin to write.
Let your thoughts flow freely. Modify your initial plans for content and organization, if necessary.
Do not be too concerned with grammar and mechanics at this point.
Revising
Read what you have written. Answer the following questions:
1.
Did you stick to your topic?
2.
Did you include everything you wanted to?
3.
Are there any unnecessary or unrelated details?
4.
Is each main idea clearly expressed and thoroughly developed?
5.
Do your ideas flow smoothly?
6.
Is your writing organized logically, with a beginning, a middle, and an
end? Are the ideas presented in an order that makes sense?
7.
Is your writing interesting and lively? Is there variety in the type and
structure of your sentences?
8.
Are key words vivid and precise?
9.
Do the language and content suit your audience?
10.
Have you accomplished your purpose?
Revise as necessary. Then proofread your work, using the checklist that follows. Be sure to spell check. Proofread for syntax and content.
Proofreading Checklist
Grammar and Usage
• Avoid sentence fragments and run-ons.
• Use the correct form for pronouns.
• Use verb tenses correctly.
• Make sure that verbs agree with their subjects.
• Structure and punctuate compound and complex sentences correctly.
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Capitalization
• Capitalize first words as well as all proper nouns and adjectives.
• Capitalize titles correctly.
Punctuation
• Make sure that each sentence has the proper end mark.
• Make sure that end marks, such as colons, semicolons, apostrophes, hyphens and quotation marks are
used correctly.
Spelling
• Check all unfamiliar words in the dictionary.
• Make sure that plurals and possessive forms are spelled correctly.
• Use a spell-check program, if available.
Form
• Make corrections neatly.
• Make sure that handwriting is legible (if a handwritten copy is allowed) or font styles are appropriate
and readable.
• Use the proper heading and margins.
• Follow all points of proper manuscript form.
Formal and Research Essays
In some cases, students will be required to produce formal papers reflective of academic research that conform to accepted standards of presentation. In these cases, students will be asked to use the citation guidelines as set forth by the Modern Language Association (MLA). MLA guidelines require authors to adhere to a
uniform method of citation. Listed below are several online sites that provide those guidelines and, in some
cases, tutorials for proper MLA citation. Additionally, an abbreviated print version is included for convenience
that highlights citation examples for some of the more frequently used source types.
Should a student ever have questions regarding the expectations for a particular writing assignment or citation
guidelines, he/she should speak directly with the classroom instructor.
MLA Citation Guidelines and Tutorials
The following sites have been reviewed and are particularly useful, comprehensive and clear.
Apple Valley High School Media Center Citation Guide
http://www.district196.org/avhs/services/media/WorkCited/citationframeset.html
Harvard Guide to Using Sources
http://usingsources.fas.harvard.edu/icb/icb.do
Purdue University Online Writing Lab
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/
The Ohio State University Library – Reference
http://library.osu.edu/help/research-strategies/cite-references/mla
Long Island University – C. W. Post Campus Student Reference MLA Citation Guide
http://www2.liu.edu/cwis/cwp/library/workshop/citmla.htm
ezbib.com – MLA Citation Guide
http://www.easybib.com/ebook
Northwest Missouri State University MLA Citation Guide
http://www.nwmissouri.edu/library/CITING/MLA.HTM
The University of Arizona Libraries – MLA Style Guide and Citation Tutorial
http://www.library.arizona.edu/search/reference/citation-mla.html
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BOOK (OR PAMPHLET) BY A SINGLE AUTHOR
Wallenberg, Linda. Fundamental Gymnastics. Minneapolis: Lerner Publications, 1995. Print.
PART OF A BOOK (ARTICLE OR CHAPTER)
Goodall, Jane. "Primate Research is Inhumane." Is Animal Experimentation Justified? San Diego:
Greenhaven Press, Inc., 1989. 95-100. Print.
REFERENCE BOOKS
Familiar almanacs, dictionaries, encyclopedias:
McGhee, Catherine. "Virginia." World Book Encyclopedia. 1992 ed. Print.
"Mnemonic." New Collegiate Dictionary. 10th ed. 1995. Print.
Single volume reference book:
Brakely, Theresa C. "Mourning Songs." Funk and Wagnall's Standard Dictionary of Folklore, Mythology,
and Legend. Ed. Maria Leach and Jerome Fried. New York: Crowell, Inc., 1950. 76-100. Print.
ARTICLE IN A NEWSPAPER
Randa, Keith. "Apple Valley Shoots for Another Title." Star Tribune (Minneapolis) 2 Jan. 1993, Metro:
A3+. Print.
ARTICLE IN A PERIODICAL (MAGAZINE OR JOURNAL)
Pruitt, Adam. "Building a Champion Wrestling Program." Sports Illustrated 11 Nov. 2001: 15-17. Print.
ARTICLE IN A SCHOLARLY JOURNAL WITH CONTINUOUS PAGINATION
Bradford, James H., and Paulette Cote-Laurence. "An Application of Artificial Intelligence
to the Choreography of Dance." Computers and the Humanities 29 (1995): 233-40. Print.
WEB SITE (PROFESSIONAL):
The Victorian Web: An Overview. Ed. George Landow. Jun. 2000. Brown University. Web. 25 Nov. 2009.
<http://landow.stg.brown.edu/victov.html>.
ARTICLE WITHIN A WEB SITE:
Devitt, Terry. "Flying High." The Why Files. 9 Dec. 1999. University of Wisconsin, Board of Regents. Web. 4
Dec. 2009. <http://whyfiles.news.wisc.edu/shorties/kite.html>.
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WEB SITE (PERSONAL):
Hamilton, Calvin J. Views of the Solar System. Web. 12 Nov. 2009. <http://solarviews.com/eng/homepage.html>.
EBOOKS FROM GALE VIRTUAL REFERENCE CENTER
"The Awakening." Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice. Ed. Anne Marie Hacht. Vol. 1. Detroit:
Gale, 2006. 114-127. Gale Virtual Reference Library. Gale. 18 Jan. 2010.
ONLINE ENCYCLOPEDIA
"Washington, George." Encycloppaedia Britannica Online. Encyclopaedia Britannica.2010. Web. 18 Jan. 2010.
ARTICLE FROM A DATABASE (GENERIC FORMAT)
Last name, First name. “Title of the Article.” Name of Original Publication Original Publication Date (dy
mo yr): Page number. Database. Web. Access Date (dy mo yr).
ARTICLE FROM SIRS RESEARCHER
Frick, Robert. “Investing in Medical Miracles.” Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Feb. 1999: 80-87. SIRS
Researcher. Web. 10 Dec. 2009.
ARTICLE FROM CQ RESEARCHER (click on Cite Now and click on MLA Style)
Cooper, Mary H. “Combating Terrorism.” CQ Researcher 5.27 (1995): 633-656.CQ Researcher Online. Web. 13
Dec. 2009.
ARTICLE FROM GALE STUDENT RESOURCE CENTER IN CONTEXT
Glausiusz, Josie. "Odor Engineers." Discover Oct. 2000: 17. Student Resource Center in Context. Web. 15 Oct.
2009.
ARTICLE FROM OPPOSING VIEWPOINTS (See citation attached to articles)
Sklar, Holly. “Increasing the Minimum Wage Can Help the Working Poor.” Opposing Viewpoints: Poverty. Ed.
Karen Balkin. San Diego:Greenhaven Press. 2004. Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center. Web. 12 Dec.
2009.
ARTICLE FROM EBSCO ACADEMIC PREMIER, MASTERFILE and Others
Phillips, Charles. “A Day to Remember.” American History 39.1 (2004):16-20. Academic Search Premier. Web.
15 Dec. 2009.
ARTICLE FROM PROQUEST
Polzin, Paul. “The U.S. Outlook.” Montana Business Quarterly 12 Apr. 2003:6-7. ProQuest. Web. 10 Dec. 2009.
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AVHS PHONE AND VOICE MAIL DIRECTORY
Phone Directory Directions: All 5 digit numbers are for voice mail. To access the voice mail system call 651-683-6969. Enter the 5 digit
voice mail number and leave a message. If you don’t receive a response in 24 hours call the main office at 952-431-8200.
AVHS Absence Call-In................952-431-8299
Apple Valley Ice Arena.....................................952-431-8245
School of Environmental Studies.....................952-431-8750
AVHS Main Office............................................952-431-8200
AVHS FAX.........................................................952-431-8282
Athletics Office................................................952-431-8205
Attendance Office............................................952-431-8216
Guidance Office...............................................952-431-8218
Career Center..................................................952-431-8251
Theatre Ticket Office.......................................952-431-8208
District Office Administration
Main Switchboard...........................................651-423-7700
Jane K. Berenz, Superintendent......................651-423-7749
Mark Parr, Director of Secondary Ed...............651-423-7712
District Office Services
Transportation
Randy Dukek, Coordinator..............................651-423-7685
Dave Lakey, Student Conduct Specialist..........651-423-7643
Special Education
Mary Kreger, Director......................................651-423-7628
Paula Krippner, W. Cluster Administrator........651-423-7624
Community Education
Barbara St. Aubin, Valley Area Manager.........952-431-8778
KETV-District 196 Cable TV
Susan Poole.....................................................952-431-8268
AVHS Administration
Steve Degenaar, Principal................................952-431-8788
Susi Yermishkin, Principal’s Secretary..............952-431-8201
Bill Blatzheim, Arts and Activities....................952-431-8202
Kim Woods, Arts & Activities Secretary...........952-431-8203
Michael Bolsoni, Asst. Principal ......................952-431-8211
Donna Lovstad, Student Services Secretary....952-431-8212
Pete Buesgens, Athletics Director/Asst. Principal...952-431-8204
Kathy Gustafson, Athletics Secretary...............952-431-8205
Anne Liebeck, Asst. Administrator..................952-431-8213
Paul Tinder, Asst. Administrator......................952-431-8341
Attendance/Discipline Office
Anne Liebeck (A-La)........................................952-431-8213
Paul Tinder (Le-Z)............................................952-431-8341
Linda McAfee, Secretary..................................952-431-8297
Dee Patton, Clerk.............................................952-431-8216
Matt Bayer & Jason Rieck, Campus Security...952-431-8712
Bookkeeping
Joanie Webster................................................952-431-8207
Counselors
Michelle Gustafson (A-Er)................................952-431-8217
Valerie Fogolin (Es-Lau)...................................952-431-8226
Ellen Perkins (Lav-Re), Dept. Coordinator.......952-431-8242
Scottie Osthus (Rf-Z)........................................952-431-8214
Gail Kohlmann, Secretary................................952-431-8218
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Custodians
Mark O’Brien, Building Chief...........................952-431-8238
Jerry Stoffel, Groundskeeper...........................952-431-8746
Food Service
Becky Holter, Head Cook.................................952-431-8237
Instructional Technology Center
Cliff Dodge.......................................................952-431-8240
Arlene Ali, Clerk.................................................... VM-95285
Connie Baiel, Clerk............................................... VM-93416
Media Center
Drew McCluskey, Media Specialist..................952-431-8241
Health Office
Nancy Randall and Evie Cayton.......................952-431-8220
Police Liasion Officer, AVPD
Mike Eliason....................................................952-431-8223
Receptionist
Jackie Preble....................................................952-431-8224
Family Cultural Advocates
Alix Chance........................................................... VM-93815
Faisal Madar......................................................... VM-38502
TBD........................................................................... VM-TBD
School Psychologist
Michelle Thompson, Dept. Coordinator............... VM-18294
JuliAnne Pool........................................................ VM-18295
Special Education Secretary and Paraprofessionals
Kim Daly............................................................... VM-93317
Claire Grant.......................................................... VM-93448
Peggy Hamann...................................................... VM-93272
Lori Hansen........................................................... VM-92617
Brenda Jirovec...................................................... VM-93429
Rachel Korba........................................................ VM-92528
Michelle Kvenild................................................... VM-93383
Deborah McElroy.................................................. VM-93380
Curt Nelson........................................................... VM-92053
Kim O’Neil............................................................ VM-92995
Patti Ploenzke....................................................... VM-94282
Kathy Scholl.......................................................... VM-93538
Laine Spandl......................................................... VM-92203
Lisa Standal, Child Study Secretary..................952-431-8225
Thomas Stasson.................................................... VM-93338
Miranda Udean.................................................... VM-92540
Leslie Uzlik............................................................ VM-95451
Susan Wilking....................................................... VM-93384
Carrie Wright........................................................ VM-93439
TBD........................................................................... VM-TBD
TBD........................................................................... VM-TBD
STEM Grant
Jim Lynch, Coordinator......................................... VM-36972
Jae Cody............................................................... VM-93318
Technology Support
Byron Tracy........................................................... VM-10101
Instructional Staff
Business/Work Program
John Christiansen, Dept. Coordinator.................. VM-93369
Meg Robles........................................................... VM-93388
Chris Scanlon........................................................ VM-93431
Chris Sikich........................................................... VM-18291
Jill Thelen.............................................................. VM-18222
Joyce Veldman...................................................... VM-18710
English Language Learners
Tracy Cavalli.......................................................... VM-93450
Eugene Schegolkov............................................... VM-92968
Leah Soderlund.................................................... VM-37880
Family and Consumer Science
Darci Cyr............................................................... VM-95313
Barb Peterson ...................................................... VM-93352
Industrial Technology
Kerry Blaine.......................................................... VM-92279
Mark Hubbard...................................................... VM-37887
Leo Willaert.......................................................... VM-94438
Language Arts
Dr. Bob Helgeson, Dept. Coordinator................... VM-93341
Stephanie Dahl-Nuhring....................................... VM-93459
Leia Dolphy........................................................... VM-93320
Bryan Hagg........................................................... VM-93390
Rose Jagim............................................................ VM-93420
Theresa Kuhn........................................................ VM-93314
Jacob Martin......................................................... VM-93345
Andrew McCluskey............................................... VM-93392
Luke Ostrander..................................................... VM-93307
Kay Radichel......................................................... VM-93361
Sue Rief-Gregory................................................... VM-93387
Scott Voss............................................................. VM-93368
Tzitel Voss............................................................. VM-93358
Math Department
Kristin Peterson, Dept. Coordinator..................... VM-93304
Bret Behnke.......................................................... VM-92508
Greg Campbell...................................................... VM-93438
Cheryl Donely....................................................... VM-93357
Brenda Ford.......................................................... VM-93428
Harvey Glaess....................................................... VM-93332
Jeremy Gordon..................................................... VM-95345
Michelle Lundquist............................................... VM-93316
Jan Moynihan....................................................... VM-93370
Kaitlin Olsen......................................................... VM-93306
Paul Olson............................................................. VM-37825
Brian Peterson...................................................... VM-93378
Dan Peterson........................................................ VM-93435
Dan Seppala.......................................................... VM-93456
Dalen Wasmund................................................... VM-93382
Mentor Program
Pam Wycoff.......................................................... VM-18326
Performing Arts Department
Corey Desens, Dept. Coordinator......................... VM-18266
Joel Beyer............................................................. VM-18325
Bill Blatzheim........................................................ VM-18293
Kristin Blatzheim................................................... VM-18265
David Scalise......................................................... VM-18250
Physical Education/Health/Safety Education
Carla Christiansen, Dept. Coordinator.................. VM-92007
Randy Broughten.................................................. VM-96749
Chad Clendening.................................................. VM-92532
Dalen Dirth........................................................... VM-93323
Jeremy Hendrickson............................................. VM-93037
Kristian Miller....................................................... VM-93406
Chuck Scanlon...................................................... VM-93394
Mike Sullivan........................................................ VM-94666
Science Department
Mike Otto, Dept. Coordinator............................... VM-93374
Erin Adams........................................................... VM-93350
Karin Baxter.......................................................... VM-93359
Jeffrey Bergh......................................................... VM-93379
Ethan Bleifuss....................................................... VM-93305
Ruth Larson.......................................................... VM-93426
Travis Laurent....................................................... VM-93326
Chris Lee............................................................... VM-93356
Kaitlin Lee............................................................. VM-96541
Greg Olson............................................................ VM-93442
Keith Randa.......................................................... VM-93385
Jesse Voltin........................................................... VM-93344
Tyler Zimmerman................................................. VM-93302
Social Studies Department
Brett Melton, Dept. Coordinator.......................... VM-93373
Sheila Binns.......................................................... VM-93334
Evan Brewer......................................................... VM-93309
Bart Casperson..................................................... VM-93349
Michael Evans....................................................... VM-93434
Jeffrey Flugum...................................................... VM-93396
Nathan Fritz.......................................................... VM-93353
Jerry Hayes........................................................... VM-93417
Jen Heineman....................................................... VM-93330
Pat Iverson............................................................ VM-93345
Claire Opsahl........................................................ VM-92509
Krista Pawlicki....................................................... VM-98639
Alexandra Ross..................................................... VM-93430
Special Education
Herb Harvey, Dept. Coordinator........................... VM-98625
Josh Barlage.......................................................... VM-93325
Melissa Buhr......................................................... VM-92135
Cody Casperson.................................................... VM-93403
Beth Hauge........................................................... VM-93339
Katherine Langdon............................................... VM-93401
Kari Mattson......................................................... VM-93364
John McManus..................................................... VM-93397
Sarah Montano..................................................... VM-93422
Michele Mutch..................................................... VM-93449
Dottie Peterson..................................................... VM-93960
Barbara Stevens.................................................... VM-93424
Tami Taylor........................................................... VM-93455
Cynthia Tremblay.................................................. VM-98640
Heidi Van Hulzen.................................................. VM-93405
Jean Wikoff........................................................... VM-93412
Visual Arts
Christiane Porter.................................................. VM-93300
Joe Schulte........................................................... VM-96601
World Languages
Dave Swanson, Dept. Coordinator....................... VM-98645
Sylvie Carrier........................................................ VM-93371
Jae Cody............................................................... VM-93318
Andrea Dreier....................................................... VM-93355
Miranda Godfread................................................ VM-93336
Margaret Landby.................................................. VM-93319
Laura Moy............................................................. VM-93376
Kerry Schilling....................................................... VM-93375
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Apple Valley High School
Apple Valley High School
Class Time Schedules
6:35 - 7:25 a.m.
7:25 a.m.
7:30 - 8:20 a.m.
8:25 - 9:15 a.m.
9:20 - 10:10 a.m.
10:15 - 11:05 a.m.
1st Lunch - 11:05 - 11:35 a.m.
2nd Lunch - 11:35 - 12:00 p.m.
3rd Lunch - 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
12:35 - 1:25 p.m.
1:30 - 2:20 p.m.
2:20 p.m.
2:25 p.m.
Early Bird Classes
Warning Bell
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5 A - 11:40 - 12:30 p.m.
Period 5 B - 11:10 -11:35 a.m. (L) 12:05 - 12:30 p.m.
Period 5 C - 11:10 - 12:00 p.m.
Period 6
Period 7
Buses ready for loading
Period 8 (Times determined by course)
Apple Valley School Song
Onward, Apple Valley High School
onward to victory
We are loyal to our school and
proud to sing of thee
RAH, RAH, RAH.
Mighty Eagles, That’s our name
and fearless are we all,
We will fight for victory
for all our foes will fall
So onward Apple Valley High School
Bring us to a mighty victory.
Mascot: Eagles
School Colors: Brown, Gold and White
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Administration
Mr. Steve Degenaar....................................Principal
Mr. Michael Bolsoni.....................Assistant Principal
Mr. Pete Buesgens......... Asst. Principal for Athletics
Mr. Bill Blatzheim.......Director of Arts and Activities
Ms. Anne Liebeck (A-La)..... Assistant Administrator
Mr. Paul Tinder (Le-Z)......... Assistant Administrator
Counselors
Counsel students in grades 9-12 by alphabet as indicated.
Ms. Michelle Gustafson................................... A - Er
Ms. Val Fogolin.............................................Es - Lau
Ms. Ellen Perkins......................................... Lav - Re
Mr. Scott Osthus...............................................Rf - Z
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8:10
8:55
9:40
10:25
1st Hour
2nd Hour
3rd Hour
4th Hour
1st Hour
2nd Hour
With 2nd Hour
3rd Hour
4th Hour
– 5C
6th Hour
7th Hour
AVHS/Assembly Schedules-alternate.indd
District 196 Graphics/9-23-11
12:40 - 1:30
1:35 - 2:20
3rd Lunch 12:10-12:35
1st Lunch 11:10-11:40 – 5A
2nd Lunch 11:40-12:10 – 5B
7:30 - 8:15
8:20 - 9:05
9:05 - 9:30
9:35 - 10:20
10:25 - 11:10
1st Hour
2nd Hour
3rd Hour
4th Hour
6th or 7th Hour*
8:10
8:55
9:40
10:25
1st Hour
2nd Hour
3rd Hour
4th Hour
Eagle Day
Morning Schedule
9:00 a.m.
12:55 - 1:35
1:40 - 2:20
6th Hour
7th Hour
11:30 - 12:50 5th Hour
1st Lunch 11:25 - 11:55
2nd Lunch 11:55 - 12:20
3rd Lunch 12:20 - 12:50
Revised 9-23-11
12:25 - 1:02 7th Hour
1:07 - 2:20 – Intervention/
Enrichment Time
11:00 - 12:20 5th Hour
1st Lunch 10:55 - 11:25
2nd Lunch 11:25 - 11:50
3rd Lunch 11:50 - 12:20
1st hour
2nd Hour
3rd Hour
4th Hour
6th Hour
Eagle Day
Afternoon Schedule
1:07 p.m.
7th Hour 1:35-2:20
7th Hour 12:45-1:30
11:00-11:50
10:30-10:55
11:25-11:50
10:30-11:20
7:30 - 8:07
8:12 - 8:49
8:54 - 9:31
9:36 - 10:13
10:18 - 10:55
11:55 - 12:40 6th Hour
Assembly 1 12:45 - 1:30
Assembly 2 1:35 - 2:20
3rd Lunch 11:20-11:50 – 5C
1st Lunch 10:25-10:55 – 5A
2nd Lunch 10:55-11:20 – 5B
7:30 8:15 9:00 9:45 -
Schedule C
Afternoon Theater Assembly Schedule
7:30 - 8:10 1st hour
8:15 - 8:55 2nd Hour
9:00 - 9:55 – Intervention/
Enrichment Time
10:00 - 10:40 3rd Hour
10:45 - 11:25 4th Hour
11:20-12:10
10:50-11:15
11:45-12:10
10:50-11:40
11:45-12:30
11:10-11:55
*Final exams are scheduled over a two-day
period at the end of each trimester; odd and
even hour exams rotate.
12:35 - 2:20
1st Lunch 11:05-11:40 – 5A
3rd Lunch 11:55-12:30 – 5B
1st or 2nd Hour*
3rd or 4th Hour*
Schedule F
Final Exam Schedule
12:15 - 1:00 6th Hour
1:05 - 1:50 7th Hour
Assembly 1:55-2:20 p.m.
3rd Lunch 11:40-12:10 – 5C
1st Lunch 10:45-11:15 – 5A
2nd Lunch 11:15-11:40 – 5B
8:15
9:05
9:55
10:45
Schedule B
Afternoon Short Assembly Schedule
7:30 8:20 9:10 10:00 -
7:30 - 9:15
9:20 - 11:05
11:00-11:50
10:30-10:55
11:25-11:50
10:30-11:20
11:45-12:35
11:15-11:40
12:10-12:35
11:15-12:05
Schedule D
Extended 2nd Hour Schedule
11:55 - 12:40 6th Hour
12:45 - 1:25 7th Hour
Assembly 1:30-2:20 p.m.
3rd Lunch 11:20-11:50 – 5C
1st Lunch 10:25-10:55 – 5A
2nd Lunch 10:55-11:20 – 5B
7:30 8:15 9:00 9:45 -
Schedule A
Afternoon Long Assembly Schedule
Apple Valley High School
Alternate Schedules
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Apple Valley High School would like to list some of its outstanding achievements, plus note some accolades
and awards from the 2014-2015 school year. We are a “School that Works” because our Triple A Philosophy
of promoting the Arts, Athletics, and Academics is definitely alive and well. Go, Eagles!
ACADEMICS
•
84% of 2015 senior class plan to attend either a 2-year college
or a 4-year college or university this fall.
•
One of “Twelve Schools That Succeed” - Phi Delta Kappa
Educational Foundation
•
MN leads the nation annually in average ACT scores; AVHS &
District 196 exceed MN’s ACT average score each year.
•
Minnesota Model Music School
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A “Top U.S.A. High School” - Washington Post
•
Newsweek ranks AVHS as a Top 5% school in America for the
5th time.
•
A “Top U.S.A. High School” - U.S. News & World Report
•
“140 Best High Schools” in U.S. Award, Redbook magazine
•
Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award from the U.S.
Department of Education
ARTS AND ACTIVITIES
•
Science Olympiad has qualified for State for all 31 years MN •
Science Olympiad has existed with 22 top five finishes.
•
Iron Maidens FTC Robotics Team - State Connect finalists.
•
FRC Robotics Team, Knights of the Valley, captured 4th at
Minnesota North Star Regional state tournament.
•
Math Team placed in top 10% of the 170-plus teams in the •
MSHSL Mathematics League and qualified for state.
•
Emmy-award winning EaglEye: 9 Crystal Pillar Awards of •
Excellence from Nat’l Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
•
Mock Trial again competed in MN State Bar Association
event, placed 1st at both Minneapple and SSC and earned •
4th at State. 38 individual awards won this season.
•
•
Debate - 3 qualifiers to two major Lincoln-Douglas style
tournaments: Tournament of Champions and National •
Speech & Debate Association National Tournament.
Speech: 13 qualifiers at NSDA Nat’ls; 14 NCFL Nat’l Tourney
qualifiers won Team Excellence Award, 6 nat’l finalists, incl. a
nat’l champ & runner-up. 14 @ MSHSL, 2 champion entries.
Two Theatre students recognized for outstanding talent
by Spotlight Musical Theatre. One-Act earned “Starred
Performance” at MSHSL One-Act Festival.
AVHS has one of the largest curricular Dance programs in MN
with over 150 full-year students.
Nine Instrumental Music musicians in All State Band or
Orchestra; 6 MBDA 9-10 grade State Honor Band. Jazz
Ensemble - 2nd at Eau Claire Jazz Festival.
Vocal Music: 40+ singers in Carnegie Hall festival choir. 6
singers in All-State choir - the max any one school can have. 8
named to ACDA 9-10 grade State Honor Choir.
National Honor Society students completed over 3,000 hours
of community service.
ATHLETICS
State Championships
Basketball, Boys
Adapted Floor Hockey-CI
Wrestling
Section Championships
Basketball, Boys
Wrestling
State Tournament Appearances
Basketball, Boys
Cheerleading
Adapted Floor Hockey PI/CI
Adapted Softball PI/CI
Adapted Soccer CI
Wrestling
South Suburban Conference Championships
Alpine Ski, Boys (co-op with RHS)
Basketball, Boys
Wrestling
Nationally Ranked Teams
Wrestling - #17 by Intermat Wrestling Magazine
Basketball, Boys - #14 by MaxPreps National Magazine
Academic Section Team Recognition
Alpine Skiing, Boys
Alpine Skiing, Girls
Basketball, Girls
Cross Country, Boys
Cross Country, Girls
Football
Golf, Girls
Gymnastics
Hockey, Boys
Hockey, Girls
Lacrosse, Boys
Lacrosse, Girls
Soccer, Girls
Softball
Swimming/Diving, Boys
Swimming/Diving, Girls
Tennis, Boys
Tennis, Girls
Track & Field, Boys
Track & Field, Girls
Volleyball
Wrestling
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