District News
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Lakeville Area Schools Maintains Strong Graduation Rate; Initiates Comprehensive Support System to Further Enhance Support for Students
The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) released data on March 28 showing that the district's four-year graduation rate remained robust, at 93.7%, which is 10.4 percentage points above the state average. This represents an increase from the previous year's rate of 92.7%.
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Introducing Jamf Parent on All Student Devices
Lakeville Area Schools has rolled out Jamf Parent across all student devices within the district--a powerful tool designed to help parents/guardians monitor their child's device usage.
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Lakeville student artwork on display at the Lakeville Area Arts Center; 13 students awarded
Lakeville Area Schools students are showcasing dazzling pieces of artwork in the Youth Art Month exhibition at the Lakeville Area Arts Center through March 28.
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Brett Lobben selected as Principal of Highview Elementary
Lakeville Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Doug Van Zyl announced on Jan. 11 the hiring of Brett Lobben to be the first principal of Highview Elementary School, which is opening in fall 2024.
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Staff of the Month: December 2023
December's Staff of the Month are Tonya Anderson (LSHS) and Patricia Pitka (CHE)!
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Save receipts for school supplies! K-12 Education Subtraction and Credit
The Minnesota Department of Revenue offers two valuable tax benefits for parents/guardians who purchase school supplies for their K-12 students: the K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction.
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Voters approve Lakeville Area Schools referendum request for funding to staff and operate Highview Elementary, Question 2 denied
On Nov. 7, 2023, voters in the Lakeville Area School District 194 approved Question 1, an operational levy request to staff and operate the new elementary school, Highview Elementary. The vote was 55.6% yes to 44.4% no (unofficial results: 5,398 yes votes, 4,312 no votes). This amounts to about $4 per month for the average homeowner ($465,000 home value). Voters denied Question 2 on the ballot, however, which was an operational levy request to expand K-12 mental health, behavioral and academic support, and the means to attract and retain highly-qualified staff.
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Lakeville Area elementary schools use decodable books to promote student literacy
Lakeville Area Schools elementary teachers are using decodable books to support evidence-based reading instruction, which in turn supports student literacy.
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Students of the Month: October 2023
October's students of the month are Ellie Lind from Christina Huddleston Elementary, Solane Abdissa from McGuire Middle School, and Kardon Shultz from Lakeville Online Academy.
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Staff of the Month: October 2023
Lakeville Area Schools has started a NEW Staff of the Month recognition program. October's Staff of the Month are Eric Smith and Stacey Klotz!
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Lakeville Area Students Support Upcoming Citywide Blood Drive
The sixth annual city-wide blood drive is August 9 and 10 at McGuire Middle School. The dedication of these students has a lasting impact on the community. Keep up the great work!
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An end-of-the-year message from Superintendent Dr. Doug Van Zyl
Superintendent Dr. Doug Van Zyl reflects on the 2022-23 school year and wishes everyone a great summer break!
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Lakeville Area Schools honors 2022-23 retirees
Retiring staff joined their family, friends and colleagues on May 25 at Century Middle School for a retirement ceremony honoring their service to the district.
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New community survey launching May 30
Lakeville Area Schools will be conducting a community survey through early June to further assess community values and desires, as well as potential levy components.
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Lakeville Area Schools accepting applications for Finance Advisory Council
Lakeville Area Schools residents are invited to apply for membership on the district’s Finance Advisory Council through June 8.
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Students show gratitude to teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week
May 8-12, 2023 is nationally recognized as Teacher Appreciation Week! Watch this video to hear what students have to say about our amazing educators.
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Calendar for 2024-25 School Year
Lakeville Area Schools has released its calendar for the 2024-25 school year. See a summary of some of the most asked-about dates
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Board of Education approves the required $7 million in cuts to balance budget
At the April 11 Special Meeting, the Board of Education granted final approval to $7 million in cuts and reductions required to balance the school district’s budget for the 2023-24 school year.
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Lakeville Guard Wins State Championships
Congratulations to the Lakeville Guard for their state championship performances on Saturday, April 8 at Osseo High School. Both the Junior Varsity and Varsity teams won state champion titles in their divisions.
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Varsity Cheer takes 2nd at national championship
Congratulations to the Lakeville Varsity Competitive Cheerleading team for finishing in 2nd place at the Quest National Championship in Orlando, Florida in March.
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