School Board delays decision to shift secondary to in-person as COVID cases rise
Middle and high school students will remain in hybrid after spring break, with the board reexamining a return date at its April 12 regular meeting.
Learn virtually with 196Online
Interested in having your child continue online learning for 2021-22? Check out 196Online, our new virtual school. Join our enrollment waitlist.
Additional food benefits available through federal EBT program
District 196 families who receive free or reduced-price meals, or whose income has been affected by COVID-19 are eligible.
District 196 COVID-19 Dashboard
Our virtual dashboard is updated every Thursday using data from district reports and local and state public health officials.
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 22.7
Our graduates scored nearly one-half points higher than the nation-leading Minnesota average on the ACT college admissions test.
92% graduation rate
Our graduation rate exceeds the state average by 10 points.
29,000 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.
STORIES OF INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
Sharing stories of Academic, Art and Athletic successes from around the District.
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The annual award celebrates the efforts of young high school women in their pursuit of technology education and career opportunities.
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Their performance qualified Apple Valley for the National Tournament of Champions which will be held virtually May 22-23.
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Families will be able to connect with district support staff to ask questions and receive support around technology tools such as Seesaw, Schoology, the iPad, Zoom, and iPad apps. Registration is required.
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The council provides input on and advocates for the district’s legislative priorities, reviews legislative suggestions submitted by citizens and staff, and provides input to the School Board.
The purpose of the BAC is to ensure active community participation in and enhanced community understanding of the district’s budget planning process, and to provide input to the School Board and administration.
The purpose of the CIAC is to ensure active community participation in all phases of planning and improving the instruction and curriculum aligning with state graduation standards.
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The 12 seniors selected semifinalists last fall were all named finalists and are eligible for one of the approximately 7,600 merit scholarships.
We stand in solidarity with our students, families and staff who are experiencing direct and indirect trauma as a result of recent events or have experienced any racist comments, bullying or attacks.
Middle, high school students will remain in hybrid until at least mid-April. An update will be shared with the School Board at its April 12 regular meeting.
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The School Board will consider a recommendation to bring grades 6-12 back to in-person learning four days a week beginning in April.
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District 196 elementary magnet lottery families who are considering the 196Online virtual school for the 2021-22 school year should consider that enrollment in 196Online will affect their magnet assignment.
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The forum was conducted in place of the LAC’s annual District 196 Day at the Capitol, which typically involves in-person meetings with individual legislators.
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Browse our online catalog and register now to ensure your spot in a class that sure to engage, inspire and enrich you and your family!
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Interested in your student continuing to learn fully online next school year? Explore our new virtual school, 196Online.
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This new director-level position is part of the superintendent’s plan to improve equity and inclusion, and address systemic racism in the district
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