Free Summer Meals
District 196 is offering free breakfast and lunch (M-F) June 20-Aug 11 to kids under 18.
District 196 voters approve $493 million in capital improvements
Our Focus in 2022-23
For this school year, District 196 is focusing on Connecting, Collaborating and Celebrating! These guiding words will drive us to build strong relationships, achieve our goals and celebrate achievements.
Apply today for Educational Benefits Program
Formerly known as the Free and Reduced-Price Meals Program, approved applications are more than just for meals but also provide your school with critical funding.
One District. Infinite Possibilities.
We are nationally recognized for providing boundless opportunities in which students can learn and grow. At District 196, the sky's the limit.
Average ACT Score 21.5
Our graduates scored nearly one-half points higher than the nation-leading Minnesota average on the ACT college admissions test.
88.5% graduation rate
Our graduation rate exceeds the state average by five points.
29,000 students
We are the 4th largest district in Minnesota, serving learners from the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Lakeville and Inver Grove Heights, and Vermillion township.
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.
STORIES OF INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
Sharing stories of Academic, Art and Athletic successes from around the District.
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District 196 Superintendent Mary Kreger today announced that Deerwood Elementary School Principal Jeremy Sorenson has been hired to be the district’s next director of elementary education beginning July 1.
Students of the Year for 2022-23 were selected by teachers and administrators at all four comprehensive high schools in District 196. Students were selected based on their academic performance and participation in the given subject area during their high school career.
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District 196 Superintendent Mary Kreger today announced that Human Resources Coordinator Shelly Monson will be the next human resources director.
District 196 students won three of 13 state championships and 28 of the 104 total medals awarded at this year’s Class AA state speech tournament held at Eastview High School April 28. Eastview also hosted the Class A tournament April 29.
The four-year graduation rate for District 196 students as a whole stayed the same in 2022 at 88.5% and remained almost 5% higher than the statewide rate, according to graduation data released by the Minnesota Department of Education April 25
More than 2,100 students are scheduled to graduate from District 196 schools during commencement ceremonies scheduled for May and early June.
District 196 is accepting applications through May 12 for one elementary school parent and one community business representative on its Gifted and Talented Advisory Council (GTAC). The term for both open positions is three years, beginning July 1, 2023.
The District 196 Communications Department is accepting applications through April 30 for three at-large citizen positions on the district’s Legislative Advisory Council (LAC)
Parents and guardians in District 196 interested in becoming involved in districtwide conversations regarding curriculum, instruction and assessment are encouraged to apply for membership on the district’s Curriculum and Instruction Advisory Council (CIAC).
Glacier Hills Elementary School of Arts and Science Art Teacher Erin Paulson was selected Teacher of the Year for Region VI by Magnet Schools of America (MSA) and is being considered for National Teacher of the Year.
District 196 residents are invited to apply for membership on the district’s Budget Advisory Council (BAC). The district’s Finance Department is accepting applications through April 30 for one parent/guardian/resident position, one school principal position and one district employee (non-licensed) position. The term for all three positions is for three years, beginning July 1, 2023.
Twenty-four District 196 high school students had top finishes at state business competitions in early March to qualify for national competitions.
Eastview High School Band Director Matt Gullickson has been named to Yamaha’s “40 Under 40” list recognizing music educators across the country.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dakota Ridge School
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District Office 3455 153rd St. W. Rosemount, MN 55068
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Dakota Ridge School
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Eastview High School 6200 140th Street West, Apple Valley, 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Woodland Elementary, 945 Wescott Road, Eagan, MN 55123
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Deerwood Elementary School, 1480 Deerwood Dr. Eagan, MN 55122
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Pinewood Elementary School, 4300 Dodd Rd, Eagan, MN 55123
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Shannon Park Elementary, 13501 Shannon Parkway, Rosemount, MN 55068
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Rosemount Elementary School, 3155 143rd Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Greenleaf Elementary School, 13333 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dakota Ridge School, 4629 144th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124