Activities
Eastview Activities
- BDT (Boys Dance Team)
- Best Buddies
- Black Student Union (BSU) & Black Honor Association (BHA)
- Bowling
- BPA (Business Professionals of America)
- Chess Team
- Chinese Club
- Climate Action Club (CAC)
- Debate
- DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America)
- Diversity Club
- E Sports Team
- FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America)
- French Club
- German Club
- Grupo Latino
- Icettes (District 196 Figure Skating Team)
- Investment Club
- Knowledge Bowl/Quiz Bowl
- J-Club
- Lightning Press (student newspaper)
- LINC Leadership
- Math Team
- Mock Trial
- National Art Honor Society (NAHS) - Art Club
- National Honor Society (NHS)
- Prom
- Robotics
- Rugby
- SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)
- Science Olympiad
- Speech
- Spanish Club
- Student Council
- Trap Team
- VOICES (literary arts magazine)
- Yearbook
BDT (Boys Dance Team)
Best Buddies
Purpose
The purpose of Best Buddies is to create opportunities for one-to-one friendships for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their typical peers.
Meeting Times
Meetings- Once a month on Wednesday afternoons via Zoom.
Commitment- One program sponsored activity a month usually Sunday afternoons (via Zoom),at least one additional connection with your buddy per month.
Contacts
Black Student Union (BSU) & Black Honor Association (BHA)
Purpose
Create a positive, welcoming, accepting, supportive space that embraces the Black experience at EVHS:
- Celebrate diversity and success
- Motivate and support Black students to reach our full potential
- Promote connectivity within Black community
- Support development of anti-racist school community
- Spread diverse leadership throughout EVHS
BSU (Black Student Union) Eligibility:
EVHS students in grades 9-12 who identify as Black
BHA (Black Honor Association) Eligibility:
BSU members who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and who meet active membership requirements; senior BHA members will receive recognition in graduation program and receive a Kente stole to wear in graduation ceremony
Meeting Times
Quarterly Meeting Dates:
Info Meeting: October 12 at 2:45pm OR
October 13 at 7:10am in C350
Q1 Member Meeting: October 26 at 2:45pm or
October 27 at 7:10am in C350
Q2 Member Meeting: December 6 at 2:45pm or
December 7 at 7:10am in C350
Q3 Member Meeting: February 8 at 2:45pm or
February 9 at 7:10am in C350
Q4 Member Meeting: April 26 at 2:45pm or
April 27 at 7:10am in C350
Contact
Bowling
Purpose
To meet new people, learn the fundamentals of the game, and learn how to succeed as a team. We encourage students of all grades and skill levels to join, and we will work with all students to help them learn the game and improve their skill. Benefits of bowling include building muscle strength, improving flexibility, relieving stress, meeting a variety of people and learning to communicate with them.
Meeting Times
Practices are on Thursdays and Fridays from 3:45 - 5:00pm through mid- November (league rules- must attend 50% of school to participate in practice).
Matches start the second weekend of September and run through mid-November and are on Saturdays, with an occasional Sunday; usually between noon and 4:00pm.
Cost: $150 for the season (through November), jersey, black pants for matches. You do not need your own equipment.
BPA (Business Professionals of America)
Purpose
Our mission at Business Professionals of America is to develop and empower student leaders to discover their passion and change the world by creating unmatched opportunities in learning, professional growth and service. Our vision for Business Professionals of America is: To be an innovator in Career and Technical Education, providing our members with opportunities for growth through education, competition, community service and personal development.
Meeting Times
October - March. A few mandatory meetings with several flexible before and after school options for students to prepare for competition.
Chess Team
Purpose
The purpose of chess is to meet new people, enjoy the game, and improve skills. We encourage students of all grades and skill levels to join, and we will work with all students to help them learn the game and improve their skill. Benefits of playing chess include critical thinking, problem solving, and mental stamina.
Meeting Times
September - November (fall season) and
February - March (spring season)
Chinese Club
Climate Action Club (CAC)
Debate
Purpose
Debate offers students the opportunity to engage in an academic competition where their critical thinking, persuasive speaking, and research skills are used to advance arguments on current issues. Team practices help student develop these vital skills and also to build relationships with other motivated students.
Meeting Times
The debate team meets and practices September-December with competitions mostly on Saturdays from October-early December.
DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America)
Purpose
DECA is a co-curricular, student centered educational organization. Its mission is to enhance the education of students interested in marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. For those involved, DECA offers the following and much more:
- DECA relates skills and lessons learned in the classroom to real-world situations.
- DECA offers leadership, character, and self-confidence.
- DECA creates awareness of the increasingly global aspects of our economy.
- DECA provides activities that will prepare students to become skilled, employable workers in the field of marketing.
Meeting Times
Varies
About DECA
DECA has been influencing the lives of high school students for over 55 years. First established in 1946, Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) aimed to provide additional marketing-related educational and career opportunities to students. Since its beginning, DECA has remained on the cutting edge of education and technology.
DECA has grown to include not only the United States and Canada, but also Puerto Rico, Guam, Germany, and more. With over 180,000 members, DECA is one of the premier student leadership organizations in the United States. Members have the opportunity to not only develop their leadership skills, but also compete for over $500,000 in scholarships.
Diversity Club
Purpose
The mission of The Diversity Club is to provide a safe and inclusive place for all members of the Eastview High School community, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or ability. The Diversity Club is geared towards students who are looking to foster a school wide culture of appreciation for diversity.
Meeting Times
Twice a month on Monday's
Contact
Anthony Flemmons
E Sports Team
Purpose
Esports is about connecting with peers with similar interests, having fun through cooperation and competition, and improving online gaming skills. Esports allows students to compete nationally in online gaming tournaments with the potential to earn prizes. We value teamwork, dedication, communication, fun, and leadership. From beginner to master, all skill levels are welcome. Please consider joining our inviting and friendly community.
Meeting Times
Fall and spring seasons with meetings held every other Tuesday.
Contact
MR. CHRISTIAN VANSETH
ADVISOR
Phone: 952-431-8900
FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America)
Purpose
FCCLA is a national student organization that focuses on peer to peer education and providing opportunities to give back to our community through service projects. Providing leadership opportunities for young men and women to develop personally and learn real world life skills. Opportunities for meeting with Chapters from around the state and nationally at conferences throughout the year.
Meeting Times
Weeknight meeting once a month September-May. Service projects, activities and competitions throughout the year.
French Club
German Club
Purpose
German club is open to anybody interested in German and German culture. We hope to spread our appreciation of German culture through games, songs, and hands-on activities. We hope to connect with others with similar interests both here and in Germany.
Meeting Times
September-June. Monthly after school meetings.
Grupo Latino
Purpose
Ofrecemos un lugar para celebrar y compartir la cultura latina/latinx y conocer y pasar tiempo con otros jóvenes latinos/latinx. Los miembros del grupo deciden las metas para el año basado en sus intereses. Por ejemplo, hemos formado un grupo de baile, hemos participado en eventos para jóvenes latinos/latinx y sus familias, y hemos promovido nuestra cultura en Eastview y nuestra comunidad local.
Our purpose is to provide a place to celebrate and share the latino/latinx culture and meet and spend time with other latino/latinx youth. Members decide the goals for the year based on their interests. For example, we have created a dance group, hosted and attended events for latino/latinx youth and families, and promoted our culture in and outside of the Eastview community in other ways.
Meeting Times
TBD officially but we plan to meet bi-monthly on Tuesdays after school.
Icettes (District 196 Figure Skating Team)
Purpose
The Icettes Figure Skating Team is a district-wide varsity sport in School District 196. The sport has been part of the high school co-curricular program since 1976 and includes skaters from Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, and Eastview High Schools as well as the School of Environmental Studies and 196 Middle Schools. The Icettes includes Varsity and Junior Varsity synchronized skating teams, as well as a B-squad synchro for developing skaters. Team members also compete in smaller team and individual events representing the Icettes. Team Production events incorporate all team members.
Meeting Times
The Icettes season runs November through March and includes various competitions and our Ice Show at the Apple Valley arena. Eligible skaters can earn a varsity letter from their school; more information on lettering criteria is available at the pre-season parent information meeting.
Investment Club
Purpose
The Investment club gives students the opportunity to create investment portfolios, invest in real stock as a team, trade current stock to gain real life experience in participating in the stock market while being part of a team which is supported by a local investment firm. Members will also have the ability to gain scholarship opportunities through their individual participation in this club. All grades are welcome to attend.
Meeting Times
Meeting time are determined by availability of the club members. More information will be share via the advisors.
Knowledge Bowl/Quiz Bowl
Purpose
Quiz and Knowledge Bowl is a game in which teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, and sports.
Meeting Times
Mid-October through March. State and Nationals in April and June. Practice: once a week after school.
Information
History
Team History
Quiz Bowl State Tournaments
- 2019, 13/124
- 2018, 13/134
- 2015, 5/130
- 2014, 9/105
- 2013, 13/110
- 2012, 9/108
- 2011, 9/108
NAQT Quiz Bowl Nationals Invites Earned: 11
NAQT Quiz Bowl Nationals
- 2015 (Chicago), 214/272
- 2014 (Chicago), 77/272 (Best finish in school history)
- 2012 (Atlanta), 174/240
All-Time Top Eastview Quiz Bowl Scorer: Charlie Cahow (2011-2015) 4,695 Points
All-Time Eastview Quiz Bowl Scorers:
https://www.naqt.com/stats/school/players.jsp?org_id=58396
Knowledge Bowl State (Cragun's Resort in Brainerd, MN)
- 2015, 5th (Best finish in school history)
- 2014
Schedule
Useful Links
J-Club
Purpose
To provide students with an opportunity to celebrate and experience their favorite parts of Japanese culture. This is run and organized by students. In the past we have done activities such as: cosplay competitions, making and eating of Japanese food, Karaoke and after school field trips to the United Noodle Supermarket.
Meeting Times
September-June. Monthly after-school meetings.
Lightning Press (student newspaper)
Purpose
To provide an opportunity to give students a voice in their school community through written journalism. And, to learn the process to create and publish a newspaper.
Meeting Times
Throughout the school year. Usually 3-4 days after school every six weeks. There are also writers meetings once every few weeks.
Contact
ALEX CURRIE
ADVISOR
Email: Alex.Currie@district196.org
Phone: 952-431-8900
Click here to view the most recent edition of the newspaper.
LINC Leadership
Math Team
Purpose
Develop your problem solving skills with peers by working on interesting problems together! We compete one Monday a month (October - February).
Meeting Times
We generally meet the first and last day of the week after school from early October thru February.
Contacts
About The Eastview Math Team
In Math Team we solve some of the greatest mysteries in the world. These mysteries are in the form of Minnesota Math League tests. We trek the deepest reaches of the math world using just a pencil and sometimes a calculator and probably paper. We will teach you some of the exotic math that you might not learn in your regular math class. Anyone and Everyone who loves math should do math team. Those of you who aren't too fond of math come anyway; we have food and who knows maybe you will find out that math is your thing.
Math Team runs from mid October to mid March, with a meet once a month.
Meets consists of four events: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Miscellaneous, plus a team event. A team is made up of 8 math gurus (participants) who each do 2 events at a meet. Two of these gurus must be underclassmen (9th U 10th graders).
Math Team practices the first day of the week and the last day of the week from approximately 2:45 pm until 3:30 pm. Practice are not mandatory (though highly recommended), so if you are busy with other activities, we can accommodate your schedule.
Math Team Tournaments go from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at the latest. Bus rides to and back are provided, except for meets held at district 196 schools.
Mock Trial
Purpose
The Eastview Mock Trial program is a simulation or enactment of a judicial proceeding in cooperation with the Minnesota State Bar Association. Mock trials provide students with knowledge of the judicial system, legal process, and courtroom procedures. Students gain valuable skills in speaking, creating a strong argument while learning the value of teamwork in a fun competitive atmosphere.
Meeting Times
October 10 and 12th Captains practice: October 17th is the first official practice, we go through March 2. Practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5pm to 7pm. In January we have practice after school on Mondays. Plan to compete in a couple of Friday/Saturday tournaments in December and one Saturday in January.
Contacts
About The Mock Trial Team
The Eastview High School Mock Trial Program is a law-related education program which introduces students to the American legal system and provide a challenging opportunity for personal growth and achievement. As part of the mock trial program, students will exercise in a real-life setting their critical thinking abilities, as well as the basic skills learned in the classroom.
Through participation in mock trials, students gain a practical understanding of the way in which the American legal system functions. While learning the details of trial process and procedure, students also develop important lifetime skills: critical analysis of problems, reasoning, listening, oral presentation and extemporaneous argument. Mock trials provide an active learning opportunity for students and require a high level of cooperation among participants.
National Art Honor Society (NAHS) - Art Club
NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY (NAHS) [Art Club]
The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) is an organization founded in 1978 by the National Art Education Association (NAEA). This organization was established specifically for the purpose of inspiring and recognizing those students who have shown an interest and ability in art. The NAHS strives to aid members in their pursuit of various & diverse art areas, and to bring art education to the attention of the school and community.
What We DO:
Our NAHS Chapter is still growing and we are working on becoming a larger part of the District 196 art community. We strive to create and install artwork around our school and become a more visible part of our school and community through both individual and collaborative works
We are currently in the process of starting up for the year and orienting new and returning members. This year, we will be holding regular meetings, twice a month until November when we will transition to meeting every week. Please email Mr Gustafson for information on meeting dates and the “join Code’ for our Schoology group.
Every other year we plan on participating in a trip to Chicago with the other district 196 chapters of NAHS. Additionally, we attempt to visit exhibits and galleries throughout the year.
National Honor Society (NHS)
Purpose
Founded in 1921, the National Honor Society (NHS) is an international organization which focuses on four pillars: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Eastview NHS membership is open to 11th and 12th graders through a selection process each spring.
Meeting Times
Monthly, September through June
Contacts
Prom
Robotics
Purpose
To teach students teamwork, leadership, engineering, programming, marketing, and communication skills by having them design, build, and present a robot to play a new game each season. Students compete with other teams from around the region.
We are the EVHS FRC Robotics team! We are currently regrouping from our last season during the pandemic, and are so excited to be back as our preseason commences! We have already begun organizing our subteams and preparing our new robot. However, the preseason is only beginning and we are still happy to accept new members. So if you’re interested in volunteering, engineering, driving robots, or marketing, our team has a place for absolutely everybody. Robotics is a fun and enriching activity and a great community who get to build and compete together.
Meeting Times
FIRST Tech Challenge (Teams 8473 Blue Lightning, 9182 Short Circuits, & 14561 Tech Tigers) September – January Usually two weekday evenings and a weekend afternoon (days vary by team)
FIRST Robotics Competition (Team 3042 Cobalt Catalysts) - We currently meet Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9:00pm. After our season starts in early January we meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays (same time) as well as Saturdays for all day practice in room B123. Join us!
Rugby
Purpose
Our ISD 196 Club Rugby program offers high school and middle school teams for boys and girls, and Varsity players can letter in all ISD 196 schools. Players who are new to the sport and want to see what it is about before registering are welcome to attend practice during our first week. Our schedule will be posted at the website link below.
Rugby teaches total body skills including safe tackling that carry over in to multiple sports, and is a fantastic spring sport for fall football players. No experience is necessary! Our program is one of the leading programs in the state. Our Varsity Girls were 2022 State Champions and Varsity Boys were the 2021 State Champions. Our Varsity Girls and Boys teams also travel both nationally and internationally, with destinations having included England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Meeting Times
Registration for our spring season typically opens in January, with training beginning in early March for high school and around the beginning of April for Middle School. These seasons end around the end of the school year. Summer 7s rugby (Olympic rugby) for high school boys and girls begins in mid-June, and runs to late July/early August.
SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)
Science Olympiad
Purpose
Science Olympiad provides students the opportunity to compete in a variety of challenges in the areas of Social Science, Earth & Space, Physics & Chemistry, and Inquiry & Nature. Participant can analyze specific challenges and work collectively as a team to find solutions. The program builds skills in science, helps in creating a technologically-literate workforce and provides recognition for outstanding student achievement.
Meeting Times
Once or twice a week mid-October - February
The Eastview High School Science Olympiad is a program devoted to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in science, and providing recognition for outstanding achievement.
Team competition is patterned after track tournaments with challenging and motivational events ranging from earth science through physics. Events range from hands-on labs to student built machines, from outdoor events to paper and pencil tests. There is also a balance between events requiring scientific knowledge and understanding, and others requiring process and application skills. Although some events require an individual from one team to compete against other individuals from other schools, most events require teamwork, group planning, and cooperation. The emphasis is on learning, participation, interaction, having fun and team spirit.
Schools compete with a team of up to 15 students. There are two major tournaments: regionals and the state tournament. The top 30 teams from the regional tournaments around the state compete at the State Science Olympiad held at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. The top team in the state advances to the National Science Olympiad held in May (or two teams if enough teams register). There are two divisions, a Jr. High/Middle School (B Division) and a Sr. High (C Division). Last year over 14,000 elementary and secondary teams from the United States and Canada competed in the Science Olympiad program. The Official National Science Olympiad Web Page can be viewed at www.SOinc.org. The Minnesota Science Olympiad is sponsored by the Minnesota Academy of Science, The University of St. Thomas, Koch Industries, and many volunteers.
Links
Speech
Purpose
By competing in a variety of public address, interpretation, and group discussion events, Speech helps students build a variety of skills in persuasion, research, literary analysis, and communication. The Eastview Speech Team is competes at tournaments throughout both Minnesota and the United States.
Meeting Times
December - April; practices are individually arranged with assigned coaches.
Contacts
Spanish Club
Purpose
Spanish club is open to all students who are interested in exploring and celebrating the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. Student leaders plan hands-on activities such as scavenger hunts, board games, crafts such as piñata-making, cooking and food sampling, dance and movies.
Meeting Times
We meet after school, once per month. Dates and times to be determined.
Student Council
Trap Team
Purpose
To provide a safe and fun environment for the shooting sports. Giving students the ability to learn, improve and master their shooting skills.
Meeting Times
Please make contact during registration, which usually starts one month before the dates below.
Seasons:
Fall: September to October
Spring: April to May
We shoot one day a week, on Wednesday at 4pm. For students that are in other school activities or religious activities, there is the option to shoot Sunday at 10am.
Shooting is done at West End Trap Club in Eagan.
Championship tournament is held during the first 2 weeks of June. We only shoot one day and it varies on the size of the team.
VOICES (literary arts magazine)
Purpose
Voices provides students with the opportunity to publish their own poetry, prose, short stories and art work via submission and selection. Voices is a student produced literary arts magazine; we are always looking for 9-12 grade students to plan, select and publish the magazine in the late spring.
Meeting Times
November-March ; monthly April-May; weekly for layout/design **Listen/read announcements for specific dates and times
Yearbook
Class of 2024 Senior Portrait & Grad Ad Info
Senior Portraits
The deadline for submitting senior portraits for the yearbook is November 10th, 2023.
Click here to submit your senior photo
Click here to confirm that your photo has been received
Graduation Advertisement Information
Graduation ads are full-color, congratulatory messages to graduating seniors from their families. They include the student's name, a baby picture, and a short message.
Families are given the opportunity to purchase a Senior Graduation Advertisement for $45.00. We accept ads and ad content through online submission only. Grad Ad submissions are due on February 1, 2024.
Instructions for Ordering a Senior Recognition Ad and Submitting the Photo - CLICK HERE
Student-Led Clubs
Student-Led Clubs provide the opportunity for learners to meet before or after school during the limited open forum time. Students are required to have an adult supervisor (not advisor) to oversee the meeting of the club. As these are student-led clubs, the beliefs and viewpoints are not necessarily representative of Eastview High School or District 196.
For more information on student-led clubs, please contact the student-leader that is listed as the club contact. You can also contact Dr. Franchino for more information.
- Asian Student Association (ASA)
- Bollywood (Discussions about Indian Hindi language and film)
- Winter Running Club
- Crochet and Knitting Club
- East African Club (EAC)
- EVHS Book Club
- Faith Club
- FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
- Girls Who Code
- HOSA (Future Health Professionals)
- Jewish Student Union (JSU)
- Latin Student Association (LSA)
- Model United Nations
- Muslim Student Association (MSA)
- Table Tennis
- Self-Care Club
- Card Playing Club (Spoons, Uno, etc.)
- Women For Change
Asian Student Association (ASA)
Bollywood (Discussions about Indian Hindi language and film)
Winter Running Club
Crochet and Knitting Club
East African Club (EAC)
Contact
EAC is a club where people can come together to celebrate, embrace and expand their knowledge on East African history and culture. Our goal is to provide social support, and also create a safe place to talk and share personal experiences. We will aim to discuss leadership, social issues, tradition and culture. We welcome any student at Eastview high school who is interested in learning more about the history, tradition, culture and costumes to East Africa
EVHS Book Club
Faith Club
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
Girls Who Code
Contact
Club for girls where we will follow the curriculum of Girls Who Code to make projects and learn to code. Purpose is to bring women together and spark interest in coding and computing.
HOSA (Future Health Professionals)
Jewish Student Union (JSU)
Latin Student Association (LSA)
Model United Nations
Contact: Jayden Lai
Who we are: An opportunity to learn about how countries maintain order, build connections with others interested in foreign and domestic politics, and to develop public speaking skills.
Muslim Student Association (MSA)
Table Tennis
Self-Care Club
Contact
Self care is very important and can be neglected. Starting with the right with a good mindset to be ready for the day is important. People neglect to take care of themselves and as a result in having a bad day.
Self Care shouldn't be a chore, it should be something you enjoy doing to take care of yourself and your mindset.
We want to do things that will help with your physical help as well as mental health. Movie days, Spa days, yoga, meditation, fun games and activities for selfcare, coffee days, diy projects and more things both inside of school and outside.
For some it could be a time to unwind, and learn what it means to take care of yourself.