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Eastview High School Daily Announcements

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

 

 

 PARENT INFORMATION 

Perspectives on Parenting is sponsoring a seminar on “College Financial Aid (FAFSA, Loans, Scholarship and Grants)” tomorrow night at 7:00 pm in the EVHS Media Center.  A financial aid expert will help you and your student understand the college financial aid process.  This is a seminar that all seniors and their parents should attend. 

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS                                                           

Parking passes can be picked up during lunch at the school store today & tomorrow. Semester 2 passes are not valid until Monday, February 4.  Please continue to use Semester 1 passes through January 31.

 

On Monday, January 28 a portion of all sales at Noodles & Company between the hours of 4:00-8:00 p.m. will be donated to the boy's basketball program. No ID is required, you don't even need to mention Eastview. Just grab your family and friends and eat at Noodles on Monday to help support boys basketball.

 

The Apple Valley Police Department is taking applications for you to join the Police Academy.  You have until February 1 to apply.  You can experience interesting knowledge on how law enforcement works.  See Diane Mathews to sign up!


COLLEGE AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION                                                                   

LATE registration for the February 9 ACT test is thru Friday.  Register at www.actstudent.org.

Regular Registration for the March 1 SAT test is January 29.  Register at www.collegeboard.com

 

Perspectives on Parenting is sponsoring a seminar on “College Financial Aid (FAFSA, Loans, Scholarship and Grants)” tomorrow night at 7:00 pm in the EVHS Media Center.  A financial aid expert will help you and your parents understand the college financial aid process.  This is a seminar that all seniors and their parents should attend. 

 

Junior Girls!!!!  The American Legion Auxiliary is sponsoring the Minnesota Girls State program at Bethel University the week of June 8 thru 14.  This is a great opportunity for young women who are interested in the functions of Minnesota government.  Information and applications are available in the Guidance Office.

 

Seniors!!!  The Minnesota Masonic Charities Signature Scholarship application is due February 15.  Five scholarships are awarded for $5,000.00 renewable for up to $20,000 for up to four years.  See Guidance Office for an application.

 

Seniors should check out other scholarship opportunities at http://www.district196.org/evhs/studentservices/guidance/FinancialAid.asp and in the Family Connection of Naviance at https://workspacek12.naviance.com/fc/signin.php?hsid=evhs .

 

Parents of Seniors:  Community Education is offering the following sessions regarding college planning/finance/testing:
How to Get into College and Pay for It Without Going Broke Thursday, February 7, 7-9 pm
http://ce.district196.org/Perficio/online/events/event_info.aspx?id=184400 

How to Win (Yes, Win) College Scholarships! Thursday, January 24, 7-8:30 pm
http://ce.district196.org/Perficio/online/events/event_info.aspx?id=179788   

Kaplan on Campus: ACT Preparation Saturdays (10 am-2 pm) and Tuesdays (6:30-8:30 pm), February 16 – April 8
http://ce.district196.org/Perficio/online/events/event_info.aspx?id=183000

Zapping the ACT Test Saturday, March 15, 9-3 pm
http://ce.district196.org/Perficio/online/events/event_info.aspx?id=178899

ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS                                                                                      

The 2008 Futsal Tournament registration forms are now located in the Main Office.  Do you like to place soccer?  Do you like tournaments?  If so, find some friends and make up a team for a Saturday (February 9) of Futsal! 

 

SPORT SCORES                                                                                              

The Varsity Boys’ Basketball team improved to 9-3 on the season with a come from behind win over Jefferson last night.  Eastview trailed by eight points at halftime 31-23 and were down by as much as 14 in the second half.  A strong defensive final 10:00 helped propel them to victory.  The team defense forced Jefferson into 21 turnovers, controlled the glass 28-20, and shot 15-20 from the FT line to pull out the road victory.  Michael Grinnell led all players with 10 rebounds, while Thomforde led all scorers with 23 points including 4 clutch free throws down the stretch.  The Lightning host district rival Eagan on Friday night.  Thank you for your continued support of the Lightning basketball team.

 

Eastview's JV Boys Basketball team dropped a heartbreaker on Tuesday night in double overtime to Jefferson. Their record is now 9-3 on the season. In both regulation and the 1st overtime the lightning took a 2 point lead to the foul line with under 12 seconds. They were not able to convert. Another strong performance for Drew Bjordal as he led all scorers with 19 points including several key baskets down the stretch of regulation and overtime, Collin Reidlinger added 14 points. Eagan on Friday.

 

The 9A Boys Basketball team lost Tuesday night 45-36 to the Eagles of Apple Valley.  The Lightning played great team defense causing the Eagles to turn the ball over and rush shots.  Leading the way in scoring for Eastview was Paul McWilliams with 19.  The loss dropped their record to 12-4.  The Lightning are on the road Friday night for a battle against Rosemount.

 

The 9B Boys Basketball team cruised to a victory last night at Apple Valley defeated the Eagles 68 - 22.  Defense was the name of the game for the Lightning as they forced dozens of turnovers and converted many of them into easy baskets.  Tray Cumber led the way offensively with 21 points and Jake Goetz, Kyle Jonas, and Hunter Abrahamson led the way defensively.  Up next for the B team is Friday at Rosemount.

 

The Lightning Girls’ Varsity Basketball team kept their perfect conference record alive, running it to 12-0, with a home victory over Jefferson.  At the end of the first half the Lightning jumped out to a 16 point lead, doubling up Jefferson 32-16.  At the beginning of the second half the Lightning expanded the lead and never looked back.  13 Lightning players scored, led by Brittnye McSparron with 15 points, followed closely by Danae Moore with 11 and Cassie Sheppard with 9.   Emily Kaus led the team in rebounds with 7, with Cassie Sheppard snagging 6.   The Lightning return to Lake Conference action on Friday with a road game at district rival Eagan.  Thanks to the band and the fans for their support last night, join us at Eagan for another Lake Conference battle.  Go Lightning! 

 

Your Eastview Lightning Girls Gymnastics teams outscored Chaska yesterday in a dual meet at Chaska.  Varsity scored a 139.875 vs. Chaska’s 137.25.  The ladies had a solid night on the balance beam with Erika Ellingsen getting her highest score ever --- a 9.075.  Emma Webster rocked on floor exercise with her all-time high --- an 8.8.  The team welcomed back Brooke Hanegraaf who has been out for a few meets with an injury.  The ladies took 1st, 2nd and 4th in the All Around category – 1st going to Kjirsten Jacobson, 2nd to Erika Ellingsen and 4th to Jessie Huff.  Congratulations!  The JV gymnasts also outscored Chaska – 125.65 vs. 112.85.  Brianne Mathiesen took 1st in All Around and Erin Gorski placed third.  The team welcomed back Nikki Russell who has been out ill for several weeks and has been missed.  Way to go JV! The gymnasts have a week’s rest – come cheer them on in their last home meet before Sections on Tuesday, February 5th as they take on Lakeville South at 6:30 in the North Gym

 

The JV Boys Hockey team lost to Eden Prairie Tuesday night by a score of 9-1.  The only Eastview goal was scored by Tony Companion with an assist from Shane Sjostrom.  The next JV hockey game is Saturday January 26 at Rosemount at 5:30 pm. 

 

The Boys Swim and Dive team dropped a close contest at Apple Valley last night. The JV squad did post a victory with 1st places coming from Keaton Hewitt, Dirk Gaynor, Garrett Biddiscombe, John Cayton, and Nick Akason. The team competes Saturday in the True Team State meet at the U of M.

 

The Dakota Hawks Floor Hockey team kept up their perfect record which is now 4-0, with a 4-3 victory over Rochester.  Eric Liggett had two assists.

 

ARTS AND ACTIVITIES                                                                                           

Plan now to attend the second annual Coffee Commotion: February 2, East Commons. Admission is only $4.00 for an evening of music and fun.   

 

Want to….

·        Experience a new culture??  

·        Try some new food from around the world??

·        See an International Fashion Show featuring EVHS students?

·        View your friends from a new perspective?? 

·        Not have to go North of the River??

·        Be home by 7:30 pm??

Come to the Diversity Club’s “Cultural Heritage Celebration” tomorrow starting at 6:00 pm in the EVHS Commons.   Cost is $10.00 per person (food included).   Don’t miss one of EVHS’s most amazing student events!!!

 

Freshmen and sophomores looking for a way to get involved in the LINC program…LINC 101 may be the program for you!  Join us for informational meetings today after school at 2:30 pm or tomorrow before school at 7:00 am in C250.  We’ll tell you more about the program and provide applications.  If you cannot attend one of the meetings, but want more info, see Ms. Jodi Hanson in the Student Services office.  Applications are also available in the Main Office and are due by 3:00 pm on Monday, January 28.

 

Eastview National Honor Society, in recognition of Black History Month is excited to present Ms. Nancy Giles to speak on Monday, February 11 beginning at 7:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center.  Ms. Giles is a regular contributor to the CBS Sunday Morning television program and an accomplished journalist.  Admission is FREE and open to the public; we hope that you can join us!  Please use the link to learn more about Ms. Giles: http://www.roycecarlton.com/speakers/giles.html

 

All Science Olympiad members need to meet Friday, January 25 after school in C339 to determine the regional teams and to load boxes. Any team member who was NOT at the Lake Conference Tournament is asked to meet with Coach Engstrom ASAP for a t-shirt.

 

The last day to order Winterfest Color Day T-Shirts is today.  T-Shirts can be ordered during lunch in the Commons—T-shirts are $13.00 each and need to be paid for at the time you place the order.  Be sure to get yours.