Schedule for summer learning and programming in District 196
All academic summer school programs will be conducted by distance learning. Find more information about other programs and their status.
Summer Meals program begins June 15
Free breakfast and lunch kits will be available this summer to any child, up to 18 years old, at five District 196 schools and two neighborhood sites.
End-of-year message to the students, staff and families of District 196
Superintendent Mary M. Kreger provides an update on summer meals and programming, and shares remarks on the recent events in Minnesota.
At a Glance
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 23
Our graduates scored nearly two 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.
![Group photo of Apple Valley High School's participants in the National Speech and Debate Tournament.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1593098585/district196org/rw2yopyuplq6o7idx4oh/EbATetnXYAAGhKv.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1593098585/district196org/rw2yopyuplq6o7idx4oh/EbATetnXYAAGhKv.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1593098585/district196org/rw2yopyuplq6o7idx4oh/EbATetnXYAAGhKv.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1593098585/district196org/rw2yopyuplq6o7idx4oh/EbATetnXYAAGhKv.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1593098585/district196org/rw2yopyuplq6o7idx4oh/EbATetnXYAAGhKv.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1593098585/district196org/rw2yopyuplq6o7idx4oh/EbATetnXYAAGhKv.jpg","width":2048}])
Three District 196 students won national championships and Apple Valley, Eagan and Eastview high schools all won top team honors at this year’s National Speech and Debate Association national tournament.
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Of the 33,000 school-age children living in District 196 last year, approximately 29,000 were enrolled in District 196 schools, giving the district an 87 percent “capture rate” among resident students.
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Regular board meetings are normally held at Dakota Ridge School in Apple Valley. Since April, the board has been meeting by videoconference due to COVID-19.
![Preview of the new website on a mobile device, tablet and desktop.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1592417199/district196org/xoiem2mnl8kolwu6z1ug/District196_NewWebsite2019_1_summer.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1592417199/district196org/xoiem2mnl8kolwu6z1ug/District196_NewWebsite2019_1_summer.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1592417199/district196org/xoiem2mnl8kolwu6z1ug/District196_NewWebsite2019_1_summer.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1592417199/district196org/xoiem2mnl8kolwu6z1ug/District196_NewWebsite2019_1_summer.jpg","width":1200}])
This is the second to last phase of schools migrating to the new Finalsite platform. The design provides a unified look across the district.
![ASBO logo with certificate of excellence in financial reporting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1592408576/district196org/gcnqpkmnugtmf0mvcvzh/CertofFinancialExcellence.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1592408576/district196org/gcnqpkmnugtmf0mvcvzh/CertofFinancialExcellence.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1592408576/district196org/gcnqpkmnugtmf0mvcvzh/CertofFinancialExcellence.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1592408576/district196org/gcnqpkmnugtmf0mvcvzh/CertofFinancialExcellence.jpg","width":964}])
For the 18th year in a row, the district has earned the Association of School Business Officials International's highest recognition of financial operations.
![Minnesota Department of Education logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1592347188/district196org/wskyne7dlbsbvljf4ged/MDE.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1592347188/district196org/wskyne7dlbsbvljf4ged/MDE.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1592347188/district196org/wskyne7dlbsbvljf4ged/MDE.jpg","width":532}])
The Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of health has launched a survey to capture feedback regarding fall planning. Fill it out through June 30.
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Free breakfast and lunch kits will be available for children, up to age 18, June 15-Aug. 14, at five District 196 schools and two neighborhood locations.
Superintendent Mary Kreger provides an update on summer programs and meals and a message to the Class of 2020, and shares remarks about the recent events in Minnesota.
![Learn Now!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591103255/district196org/dhustup4tdx1a20o9xdo/LearnnowWSImage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591103255/district196org/dhustup4tdx1a20o9xdo/LearnnowWSImage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591103255/district196org/dhustup4tdx1a20o9xdo/LearnnowWSImage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1591103255/district196org/dhustup4tdx1a20o9xdo/LearnnowWSImage.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1591103255/district196org/dhustup4tdx1a20o9xdo/LearnnowWSImage.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1591103255/district196org/dhustup4tdx1a20o9xdo/LearnnowWSImage.jpg","width":2200}])
Our Community Education program is working hard every day to ensure a variety of learning opportunities for your engagement, enrichment and inspiration! Check out what's in store for summer.
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Members of the graduating Class of 2020 in District 196 will be serving in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation and three received appointments to enroll at military academies.
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Hughes will fill the position currently held by Mary Jelinek, who will retire at the end of this school year after a 29-year career in District 196, the last 23 as principal of Thomas Lake. Hughes will officially take over as principal July 1.
The purpose of the LAC is to increase citizen participation in the legislative process and community understanding of legislative issues and how they impact District 196. Applications are due June 12.
Kusch will officially take over July 1 for Rich Wendorff, who is retiring at the end of this school year after 27 years of service in District 196, including the last 19 as principal at Black Hawk.
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The three-part optional experience includes a diploma cover presentation and photo opportunity, followed by a parade on graduation day and a video released shortly after.
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