EPS In The Know | Aug. 10, 2017
Students participate in a coin toss game at the ninth annual WISE Guys summer carnival.
Snapshot: Students participate in a coin toss game at the ninth annual WISE Guys Summer Carnival in July. Entrance to the carnival is purchased through a food donation to the local VEAP food shelf. See more photos from the carnival.
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Adaptive sports championships added to EHS state title records

State championships won by adaptive athletic programs that include Edina High School (EHS) students are being added to the school’s championship tally. It is “long overdue” recognition for the athletic achievements and contributions of adaptive athletes, according to Troy Stein, EHS assistant principal and activities director. Read more

MCA scores help inform District continuous improvement work

Edina Public Schools (EPS) continues to be academically one of the highest performing districts in the state, according to the 2017 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) results, which the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) released Monday. Read more

Coming Soon: New after school programs for middle school

Edina Community Education Service's after school programs for middle school students will feature a new look and feel this fall. Fresh, flexible choices will be available for students Monday – Thursday after school. Options will include academic support, sports and recreation, clubs, service and leadership opportunities. The Activity Bus is available to take students home when programming ends at 4:30 p.m. Look for more information at your Get Connected Days.
Construction Update
Construction remains on track and on budget
We are looking forward to welcoming students to newly renovated and created spaces at eight of our school sites for the coming school year on Sept. 5 (Sept. 6 for Early Learning Center and Kindergarten). While some construction work will continue into the school year, maintaining a comfortable and safe environment will remain our top priority as students embark on another exciting school year, full of learning. We will publish short video updates as the school year nears. Watch the two most recent construction "Update in 80" videos:
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Back-to-school information, publications, events 
The district is ready to help you prepare for the first days of school! District and school websites are being updated, publications are in print and events are planned. Here are a few things that you should look for:
  • The 2017-18 Family Handbook will arrive at homes within the next few days. It is full of information and forms for the coming school year
  • Watch your email for messages from principals, the district and e-newsletters with updates and information
  • Check your school website for details on Open House and Get Connected events 
  • Pick up a 2017-18 Activities Calendar at Open Houses and Get Connected days
  • Check meal account balances
Geek Squad opt out forms available
This year, families will have the option to opt out of Geek Squad services for devices they have purchased for their students. Through the district’s technology agreement with Best Buy, the Geek Squad provides tech support at the district’s secondary schools. If families DO NOT wish to have the Geek Squad service a device they have personally paid for, they should complete the form available at the technology table on Get Connected Day, or print the online form and return it their school.
Three Reading Corps literacy tutor positions available
Concord and Countryside elementary schools and the Early Learning Center have positions open for Literacy Tutors through the Reading Corps. Learn more about the positions. 
School Board Updates
Filing period for school board candidacy closes Aug. 15

Edina voters will go to the polls on Nov. 7 to elect four School Board members. Community members interested in running for School Board need to file their candidacy between Tuesday, Aug. 1 and Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. To file, candidates must submit the $2 filing fee and an Affidavit of Candidacy in the office of the school district clerk, located in Suite 336 of the Edina Community Center, 5701 Normandale Road, Edina, MN 55424. School Board terms are four years. For more information, go the 2017 School Board Election page of the district website.
Aug. 14 Board Meeting Preview
The agenda for the Aug. 14 School Board work session includes:
  • Continued discussion from July of the Operating Levy
  • Beginning discussion around the 2018-19 and 2019-20 school calendars


The agenda for the Aug. 14 regular School Board meeting includes: 

  • A strategic update on Early Education and Community Education Services
  • A report and discussion on various stakeholder surveys
  • A vote on an Operating Levy renewal and increase ballot question


The Aug. 14 regular School Board is at 7 p.m. in the Edina Community Center, Room 349.


Complete agenda and meeting materials will be available online by 5 p.m. on the Friday prior to a regularly scheduled (Monday) meeting. Watch video of past School Board regular meetings on the district website.
Save the Date
Aug. 14 | School Board Meeting, 7 p.m. ECC Room 349

Sept. 5 | First day of school, Gr. 1-12

Sept. 6 | First day of school, Kindergarten and Early Learning Center

Sept. 28 | EHS Homecoming Parade, 4:30 p.m., Wooddale Avenue
                  Football game, 7 p.m., Kuhlman Stadium
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