AVHS Update Newsletter: January
Updated January 27, 2023
Important Dates in January
January 30 – Registration window closes at 11:59pm
January 31 - AVHS College Scholarship Applications Available
February 10 - No School Staff Development
February 20 - No School Presidents' Day
Information Included In This Update:
- Registration for 23-24 Closes Monday, January 30 at 11:59pm
- SPOTLIGHT! AVHS Girls Hockey
- 2023 Yearbooks are still available!
- Parking Lot Safety
- AVHS students nominated for MSHSL's citizenship and leadership awards
- Credit Recovery Winter Session Begins
- Let's Connect Career Fair coming in February
- E-Learning Days: What Students and Families Need to Know
Registration for 23-24 Closes Monday, January 30 at 11:59pm
All of our registration information (key dates, videos, registration sheets, etc.) can be found here:
10th - 12th Grade Registration Guide
10th - 12th Grade Registration Sheets
2023-24 Career Development Guide
District 196 Career Development Video- Click to watch on YouTube
SPOTLIGHT! AVHS Girls Hockey
Watch AVHS Hockey from home:
WCCO reporter, Norman Seawright spent some time with AVHS hockey players and siblings Marie (Senior) and Makayla (Sophomore) to talk about the impressive season by the team and themselves as individuals, as well as what it’s like to play with their sibling(s). The story airs Friday 1/27 on WCCO.
2023 Yearbooks are still available!
2023 Yearbooks are still on sale! Please consider buying yours early to be sure your copy is reserved. The yearbook staff is hard at work covering all the school’s sports, arts events, clubs, pep fests, school community stories, and trending topics of 2022-2023. You can find the link to purchase your yearbook on our website at https://avhs.district196.org/families/yearbook-information.
Senior Parents: There is still time purchase a senior grad ad to wish your senior student well. All of the details on how to purchase and design your senior’s ad is available on our website. The deadline to design this ad is April 1st, 2023.
District 196 students nominated for MSHSL's citizenship and leadership awards
Eight District 196 seniors were nominated for the Academics, Arts and Athletics Award. Congratulations to AVHS Seniors Amy Tong and Apollo Oase. The Triple A goes to nominated seniors with a 3.0 or higher grade-point average who participate in athletic and fine arts programs, and exhibit exemplary citizenship and the highest standards of sportsmanship and conduct. Each high school in the state can nominate one senior boy and girl for the award. Section and state Triple A Award recipients will be selected this spring from the list of nominees.
16 students representing all four comprehensive high schools in District 196 who were nominated by their schools for the Minnesota State High School League’s annual citizenship and leadership awards for the 2022-23 school year.
They are all outstanding representatives of District 196 and the opportunities and support they've been provided to pursue their infinite possibilities in academics, arts and athletics. See the names of this year's District 196 nominees for the ExCEL and AAA award.
Parking Lot Safety: IMPORTANT
- PLEASE drive slowly though out the parking lot: Please take care in our parking lot when dropping off your student please remember that your student will not get to class on time if they are not in the parking lot by 7:30 am.
- Follow the drop off and pick up procedures: If you are dropping off or picking up a student, please also do not drive in the parked car lanes or block the marked crosswalks; this is unsafe for both drivers and pedestrians.
Please remember the entrance lane on the right side is marked for drop-off, and after dropping off, please move to the left to the through lane. Please do NOT pick up students in the through lane at pick-up time. During winter months the snow may cover the marked lines, please adhere to the safety procedure.
Please share this information with family members, siblings of students, and anyone who drives in the AVHS parking lot during the school day.
Tissue donations needed for classrooms
February event coming soon! Let's Connect Career Fair
On February 15th right after school from 2:45- 4:00 pm, AVHS will be hosting our 2nd annual Lets Connect Career Fair. The career fair is in partnership with That’s Their Dream and Vibe Set x Thuy. Two companies each founded by BIPOC Women AVHS alumni.
The career fair is designed knowing the world is changing and career options will look different for our current students. The career fair presents an opportunity for students to learn about employer expectations, training/skills needed, and the education that is required for specific career paths.
We invite your student to the fair to explore future possibilities. From engineering to teaching, to entrepreneurship, and/or real estate, there’s plenty for your students to see. Please talk to your students about attending.
Things to know:
● There will be activity buses provided to take them home after the fair.
● We have various businesses and industries that will be there representing.
● There will be light refreshments served.
About That’s Their Dream and Vibe Set x Thuy
That’s Their Dream was founded in 2020 by AVHS alumni, Sydney Otundo. That’s Their Dream was created to provide a space to learn financial literacy to work towards financial independence to help close the wealth gap. This is accomplished by providing programs, events, and resources to make dreams come true.
Vibe Set x Thuy was founded by 2007 Alumni Thuy Jones. Vibe Set is a strategic event planning business that aims to create spaces where individuals feel safe to be their authentic self.
We hope to see your student at the Let’s Connect Career fair on Feb 15th. Please contact Sydney Otundo for any questions at thatstheirdream@gmail.com.
Are You or Anyone You Know Looking for an Opportunity to Work with High School Students?
The AVHS AVID program is looking to hire five tutors.
We are seeking adults (18+) to work with high school students two days a week. This might include current college students, retirees, or anyone who has a desire to work with students directly.
Hours: Tuesday and Thursdays; 9:30-11:30am
Pay: About $18 an hour
Duration: remainder of school year (and possibly following years)
AVID students engage in tutorials every Tuesday and Thursday during class. The role of the adult tutor is to be a group facilitator who helps guide the students through their confusion and help them help one another. The tutor does not need to be an expert in a given field of study. We will provide new tutors with online AVID training.
Interested parties should contact Kay Radichel at kay.radichel@district196.org
You can learn more about AVID here: https://www.avid.org/what-avid-is
Below is list of duties/expectations for AVID Tutors:
1. Take an active role in developing the academic and personal strengths of AVID students.
2. Serve as a positive role model/mentor to students.
3. Determine concepts to teach or reteach from students’ notes and discussions.
4. Review student class and textbook notes, binders and calendars.
5. Conduct tutorial sessions in all subject areas individually or in small groups.
6. Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow.
7. Assist students in all phases of the formal writing process, including brainstorming, clustering,
revision and editing.
8. Communicate frequently and honestly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student
progress and areas of concern.
9. Review the performance and work of students on tutorials
10. Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and
socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.
"HOW-TO" REGISTRATION Video -- For those who were absent during pre-registration instruction or need a refresher
"HOW-TO" REGISTRATION Cheat Sheet
- If you have specific questions about your student's academic status, please review the transcript on Campus or contact your student's counselor at 952-431-8218. If you have questions that have not been answered here, please feel free to contact Pete Buesgens by email at peter.buesgens@district196.org
Credit Recovery Winter Session: January 24- February 23
Credit Recovery will run from January 24 - February 23 on Tuesdays and Thursdays afterschool from 2:45-3:45 pm.
- Required courses are offered: English, Social Studies, Math and Science.
- Please sign up here:
- For more information: https://avhs.district196.org/academics/credit-recovery
- Questions or concerns, contact Jennie Moren at Jennifer.moren@district196.org or call at 952-431-8213
E-Learning Days: What Students and Families Need to Know
On the morning of an E-Learning Day at AVHS, students should...
- Bring their district-issued iPad or Chromebook home with them each day.
- Check Schoology for instructions from their teachers after 9:30 am for that day’s assignment. There will be no synchronous (Zoom) office-hour sessions.
- Plan to spend approximately 25 minutes for each of their classes to complete all assigned work.
- Contact their teacher through Schoology messenger if they have questions or need assistance. Teachers will be available between 9:30 am and 3 pm to respond to questions.
You can support your student as a parent or guardian by...
- Establishing a designated workspace and time for them to work on assignments.
- Asking how their coursework is going and what they are working on.
- Accessing Schoology Parent Portal to view course expectations for the day and other key information.
What happens if school is delayed or canceled due to the weather?
If ever wondering if there is a change to the school schedule due to weather, go to the Weather-Related Schedule Changes page. For the first two inclement weather days each year, school is canceled. Any after two would be E-Learning Days, with students learning from home.
Know if your child's bus will be late or delayed
Parents whose students ride the bus to and from school each day can track the location of their child’s bus using the smartphone application "Here Comes The Bus," which is available to download free on the Google Play Store for Android and App Store for iPhone. Parents can monitor buses for multiple children through a single account. Click here for information on setting up an account.
Who Do I Go To For Help?
Contacting counselors. Click here to find your student’s counselor. Counselors are available to assist with concerns about scheduling, academic progress, and mental health. Contacting a student's counselor is a good first step if there are concerns about multiple classes and can help coordinate and streamline communication.
Student Schedule. Log in to Campus Portal for attendance, grades, and schedules.
Grades. Log in to Schoology and see in-progress grades and missing assignments.
Contacting teachers. Click here for a list of teacher e-mail addresses.
Technology. Click here for AVHS Tech Help. The AVHS Tech Help page is for parents and students and is for issues with Schoology, Campus, iPads, internet support, and more.
Cut Through the Clutter of Email: Sign Up for Text Messages
Texts are delivered via SchoolMessenger, the mass notification service the district uses for phone calls and email messages. Parents must opt-in to receive text messages. Standard message and data rates may apply.
GETTING STARTED
- Text Y to 67587, you will receive a confirmation message stating you are registered to receive SchoolMessenger notifications via text.
For help information, text HELP to 67587.
To opt-out at any time, text STOP to 67587.
*Only SMS numbers listed as Guardians in the Infinite Campus student information system can receive texts.
Infinite Campus
CLICK HERE FOR HELP
Schoology
CLICK HERE FOR HELP
Protection Plans
District 196 is once again offering an optional iPad Protection Plan for the 2022-23 school year to help protect against unexpected costs for accidental damage to or loss of a district-issued iPad. For more info go to
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
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Eagle Day, January 25th: What Families Need to Know
Does my student need to attend the Eagle Intervention time?
If a teacher requested them, then YES, they must be here. If your student has fallen behind or wants additional help from a teacher, then, YES, they should be here.
What if my student has all passing grades and no missing work?
Families must approve an absence during the intervention block from 7:40 to 9:00 am through our attendance reporting website or by calling the attendance line at 952-431-8299 However, all students MUST be in the building by 9 am.
Will attendance be taken?
YES, this is a regular school day. The school will send an email informing you that your student has been requested.
Conference Sign-Ups NOW AVAILABLE!
- Use this link to sign up for conferences.
- Thursday, January 19: 4 - 7 PM
- Friday, January 20: 7:30 - 10:30 AM
- Interpreter service is limited, please email Teresa.Stepka@district196.org if you would like to request an interpreter.
College Planning Parent Night: January 17, 6:00 PM
Counselors will be hosting a high school and college planning parent night at AVHS on Tuesday, January 17th from 6:00-8:15 p.m. There will be multiple sessions that evening including information on: scholarships, getting into the college of your choice, earning college credit in high school and registration for the 2023-2024 school year. We hope to see you there!
Incoming 9th Grade Parent Meeting: 2023-24 School Year
- January 17, 2023
- 6:15 PM
- AVHS Theater
ACT Study Group For Juniors
Junior students will take the ACT at Apple Valley High School on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.
AVHS Math and ACT Prep Course teacher, Ms. Donely, offers a free, comprehensive ACT Study Program online through a Schoology Group. All Junior students are encouraged to join this group! The study materials are timed specifically to point toward the test on April 4. Junior students met with Ms. Donely and Mr. Blatzheim in the theater this past week for more information.
Please encourage your junior student to:
- Join the Schoology Group using code: 5VT4P-H4VK5
- Attend one or more after-school study sessions in room K204 starting on January 3
- Check in with Ms. Donely in room K204 if they prefer hard copies of study materials instead of online.
2023 Yearbooks are on sale on the AVHS website!
Get your yearbook now through January at a discounted price. Prices go up to full price beginning in February. This year’s theme is Take Note and the yearbook staff hopes to collect/take note of all the memories from the year for sports, arts, academics, clubs, activities, student life, the community, and more. We take suggestions from students for stories they might want to see in the book too. Have your student send us an email with their idea.
Senior parents: You can purchase and design a senior ad to be printed in the yearbook for well wishes for your senior! See our website at the link below with all of the information on how to design it and pick your size/cost! The deadline to complete senior ads is April 1st, 2023.
Apple Valley High School
Website: avhs.district196.org
Location: 14450 Hayes Road, Apple Valley, MN, USA
Phone: 952-431-8200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avhsscholar
Twitter: @avhsacademics