PANTHER PARADE
JUNE 10, 2020
Congratulations to Principal Wendorff
On His Retirement.
Once a Panther, always a Panther!
End of Year Events and Info
Welcome to the home of the Panthers!
Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, understanding and skills that enable them to be successful members of a diverse, global society.
At a Glance
Providing innovative learning experiences for students to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to be successful and productive members of a diverse, global society.
Panther Pride
We are proud to be Black Hawk Panthers! Three times a year we celebrate the academic achievements of our students during our schoolwide Panther Pride assemblies. We understand the importance of recognizing our students' hard work.
Enrichment for everyone
Our students can participate in a wide variety of clubs, athletics and academic groups that cater to their unique passions.
Unique STEM focus
Exploratory curriculum and learning opportunities provide students hands-on experiences with innovative and emerging science techniques.
98% feel safe and welcome
In a recent survey, nearly all of our families and students reported that Black Hawk provides a safe and welcoming learning environment.
BLACK HAWK MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS
![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.
![District 196 logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1574456446/district196org/khk54hcmbgppbwz7msnn/District196_Logo_CMYK_copyright.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1574456446/district196org/khk54hcmbgppbwz7msnn/District196_Logo_CMYK_copyright.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1574456446/district196org/khk54hcmbgppbwz7msnn/District196_Logo_CMYK_copyright.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1574456446/district196org/khk54hcmbgppbwz7msnn/District196_Logo_CMYK_copyright.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1574456446/district196org/khk54hcmbgppbwz7msnn/District196_Logo_CMYK_copyright.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1574456446/district196org/khk54hcmbgppbwz7msnn/District196_Logo_CMYK_copyright.png","width":2200}]){kind=logo}
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.
![Members of the District 196 school board]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1582238300/district196org/t7jk6x5rlajvtyrey97y/SchoolBoard2020.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1582238300/district196org/t7jk6x5rlajvtyrey97y/SchoolBoard2020.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1582238300/district196org/t7jk6x5rlajvtyrey97y/SchoolBoard2020.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1582238300/district196org/t7jk6x5rlajvtyrey97y/SchoolBoard2020.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1582238300/district196org/t7jk6x5rlajvtyrey97y/SchoolBoard2020.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1582238300/district196org/t7jk6x5rlajvtyrey97y/SchoolBoard2020.jpg","width":2200}])
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.
![panther pause newsletter tile]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1577477894/district196org/zmeposn5nv9k3a4s2ffq/PANTHERPAUSETILE.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1577477894/district196org/zmeposn5nv9k3a4s2ffq/PANTHERPAUSETILE.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1577477894/district196org/zmeposn5nv9k3a4s2ffq/PANTHERPAUSETILE.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1577477894/district196org/zmeposn5nv9k3a4s2ffq/PANTHERPAUSETILE.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1577477894/district196org/zmeposn5nv9k3a4s2ffq/PANTHERPAUSETILE.jpg","width":1500}])
Black Hawk Middle School weekly Parent Newsletter
![free summer meals for all children 18 years and younger beginning june 15]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591549860/district196org/xij0e5oxxnslfwj3pcvv/ScreenShot2020-06-07at121018PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591549860/district196org/xij0e5oxxnslfwj3pcvv/ScreenShot2020-06-07at121018PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591549860/district196org/xij0e5oxxnslfwj3pcvv/ScreenShot2020-06-07at121018PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1591549860/district196org/xij0e5oxxnslfwj3pcvv/ScreenShot2020-06-07at121018PM.png","width":1190}])
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.
Black Hawk Middle School weekly Parent Newsletter
![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.
![An Eagan High School senior stands with his family with an american flag backdrop.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591021455/district196org/icrieos52ltwvwftqdk4/Student-and-Family-11-scaled.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591021455/district196org/icrieos52ltwvwftqdk4/Student-and-Family-11-scaled.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591021455/district196org/icrieos52ltwvwftqdk4/Student-and-Family-11-scaled.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1591021455/district196org/icrieos52ltwvwftqdk4/Student-and-Family-11-scaled.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1591021455/district196org/icrieos52ltwvwftqdk4/Student-and-Family-11-scaled.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1591021455/district196org/icrieos52ltwvwftqdk4/Student-and-Family-11-scaled.jpg","width":2200}])
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.
Black Hawk Middle School weekly Parent Newsletter
![Black Hawk Middle School Panthers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1590510775/district196org/rgqa4az1wiubl8kzqozf/BHMS2019-20FINALLARGE.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1590510775/district196org/rgqa4az1wiubl8kzqozf/BHMS2019-20FINALLARGE.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1590510775/district196org/rgqa4az1wiubl8kzqozf/BHMS2019-20FINALLARGE.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1590510775/district196org/rgqa4az1wiubl8kzqozf/BHMS2019-20FINALLARGE.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1590510775/district196org/rgqa4az1wiubl8kzqozf/BHMS2019-20FINALLARGE.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1590510775/district196org/rgqa4az1wiubl8kzqozf/BHMS2019-20FINALLARGE.png","width":2000}])
Congratulations to Gia Bazzano, BHMS Grade 6, for ranking 3rd place for the Ages 9-11 category in Dakota County Library’s 2020 Poetry Contest!
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