Valley Middle School students making prosthetic arm for girl in need
Somewhere across the country, a 9-year-old girl is waiting for a prosthetic arm so she can finally learn to swim. And right here in Apple…
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At District 196, the sky’s the limit. That’s because our committed team of educators is dedicated to helping learners explore the outer limits of their vast potential. We are nationally recognized for providing boundless opportunities in which students can learn and grow. Whether they have an affinity for academics, arts and/or athletics, our goal is to expose students to the infinite possibilities within the district and throughout our communities. Together, we encourage them each day to pursue excellence, as they prepare for their exciting journey along the road of life.
Recent News
District 196 tests for lead in drinking water
In 2017, the Minnesota Legislature enacted state statute § 121A.335, requiring school districts to adopt a lead in drinking water testing plan by July of…
Thank you, maintenance support employees!
District 196 celebrates Maintenance Support Employees Appreciation Week in conjunction with American Education Week and Education Support Professionals Day. In recognition of and appreciation for…
Thank you, clerical and secretarial employees!
District 196 celebrates Clerical and Secretarial Employees Appreciation Week in conjunction with American Education Week and Education Support Professionals Day. In recognition of and appreciation…
Apple Valley High honors veterans
Apple Valley High School held its annual Veterans Day all-student assembly Nov. 9 to honor local veterans, active duty service personnel and their families. The…
Application window opens for District 196 magnet school enrollment in 2019-20
Parents interested in having their child attend a District 196 magnet school for the 2019-20 school year must submit an application by Jan. 9 to…
District to hold focus groups on budget cut recommendations
ROSEMOUNT, Minn. – District 196 has scheduled three nights of focus group meetings the first week of December to get public input on $25 million…
Budget Advisory Council will meet November 14
ROSEMOUNT, Minn. – The District 196 Budget Advisory Council (BAC) will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, at the District Office in Rosemount, 3455…
Unity Day festivities turn District 196 orange for bullying prevention
The halls of schools across District 196 turned bright orange this October in recognition of the nationwide Unity Day initiative. From elementary to high school,…
District 196 School Board offers superintendent position to Mary Kreger
The District 196 School Board on Monday voted unanimously to offer the superintendent position to Mary M. Kreger, who has been serving as interim superintendent…
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