District Video Series

Here at Lakeville Area Schools, we love showing off what is happening in our schools and district. A great way to do that is through visual mediums like video storytelling. On this page, we will post episodes of video series we are working on, news articles that feature video storytelling, and an easy way to watch our LETV livestream.

Everything to Know in 194

In this monthly video series, our superintendent and administration talk about important topics and updates about our school district.

October 2023: 2023 State of the Schools Special Edition

On Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Superintendent Dr. Doug Van Zyl presented the annual State of the Schools program for staff, families and community members. The presentation highlighted the District’s operations and how our schools have been performing, growth opportunities and challenges, and a detailed look at the November 7, 2023 referendum.

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September 2023: Kicking Off the 2023-24 School Year

In our first episode of the 2023-24 school year, Superintendent Dr. Doug Van Zyl recaps the start of the 2023-2024 academic year.

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In this video series, students take control of the microphone and give us a behind the scenes look at what's going on in our schools and school community.

Special Report: Highview Elementary

In this special report, Cullen (4th grade, Lake Marion Elementary) and Valli (4th grade, Eastview Elementary) have the inside scoop on the Nov. 7 Referendum regarding Highview Elementary. Principal Akin of Eastview Elementary and Principal Domstrand of Lake Marion Elementary are LIVE on the scene at Highview Elementary to show viewers a never-been-seen-before look inside the new building.

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Teacher-Student Connections

In our fifth episode of Show and Tell, three Lakeville Area Schools teachers talk about their connections with students and why they love doing what they do. Thank you, teachers!

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In this video series, we ask students what they are learning in school. We love hearing what our students are learning about in their favorite classes.

Below are news articles that are accompanied by video stories. It is always fun to see what our students are up to in action.

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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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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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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WATCH: Learn to Cook Chopped Cheese Sandwiches

Students taking an Advanced Culinary Family and Consumer Science (FACS) class at Lakeville North High School showed us how to make chopped cheese sandwiches! They specifically researched and practiced this recipe for the video.

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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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