Pursuing Infinite Possibilities: Mark Dahlen, Class of 1997
Music has been a lifelong passion for Apple Valley High School 1997 graduate Mark Dahlen. Even as a youngster making his way through Westview Elementary…
One District. Infinite Possibilities.
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
New districtwide website redesign promotes consistency and compliance
District 196 is unveiling a new website this fall that will offer visitors a more consistent and user-friendly experience across all school and buildings sites.…
Twelve candidates seek four open seats on School Board
Twelve District 196 residents had filed candidacy for four open seats on the School Board of Independent School District 196 when the two-week filing period…
Becky Melville named new principal at Falcon Ridge Middle School
District 196 Superintendent Mary M. Kreger announced the hiring of Becky Melville to be the next principal of Falcon Ridge Middle School. She replaces Noel…
Back-to-school open house and information nights in District 196 schools
District 196 elementary schools, middle schools and high schools have all scheduled back-to-school open houses, orientation sessions and information nights that will be held in…
Forty-two District 196 students named all-state musicians for 2019-20
ROSEMOUNT, Minn. – Forty-two District 196 high school students were named all-state musicians by the Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) for the 2019-20 school year.…
Immunization clinics offered at five District 196 schools in late August
Immunization clinics will be held at five District 196 schools in late August. Immunizations will be given to any District 196 student or sibling ages…
Candidate filing opens July 30 for four School Board seats in District 196
Four of the seven at-large positions on the School Board of Independent School District 196 are up for election in the Nov. 5, 2019 General…
District 196 moving forward with plans for November levy referendum
The District 196 School Board is moving forward with plans to call for an operating levy referendum increase this fall that would allow the district…
Apple Valley, Eagan and Eastview high schools earn top speech and debate honors
For the fifth year in a row, Eagan High School was named one of the top-10 Schools of Outstanding Distinction and Apple Valley and Eastview…
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28,000 Students
We are the 4th largest district in Minnesota, serving learners from the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Lakeville and Inver Grove Heights, and Empire and Vermillion townships.
4,000 Staff
Our high-quality, diverse workforce includes 2,100 licensed teachers and administrators, of which more than half of whom hold master’s or specialist’s degrees.
33 Schools
Our 19 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 6 high schools and 2 schools for students with special needs offer boundless opportunities for our students to pursue their hopes and dreams.
92% Graduation Rate
Our graduation rate exceeds the state average by 10 points.
24 Average ACT Score
Our high-quality, diverse workforce includes 2,100 licensed teachers and administrators, of which more than half of whom hold master’s or specialist’s degrees.
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