Parent Post
Thursday, May 7
Eagle Excellence
  • Senior Drew Oberlander is ranked 3rd in the nation for the United States Snowboard and Ski Association (USASA) in the 18-22 men's age division.


  • The Optimist Club of Eden Prairie held its 2020 virtual oratorical contest based on a theme of Just iMagine a World without Boundaries? EPHS senior Stuti Thakkar, placed first and freshman Srijani Datta, placed second.

  • Senior Mina Kim and sophomore Lillian Rau were honored by the Minnesota State IT Center of Excellences which recently announced the Minnesota Aspirations in Computing Awards (MNAiC) for 2020. For details read here, and to learn more about MNAiC go to their webpage.
From Superintendent Josh Swanson:

Please join me in thanking our teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week. I’d like to encourage you to send a note of thanks directly to a teacher you know. Students can also send notes of appreciation. You can use our staff directory to easily find email addresses . During this time when we cannot be together in person to express our appreciation, the short time it takes to write a heartfelt message is so appreciated. Parents and guardians, I also want to thank you for the support you’ve shown for our schools and community during this time. We have all been learning together and the commitment to each other is what makes Eden Prairie a special place. I appreciate your help in honoring the hard work and commitment of our teachers this week.
Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools (FEPS) Provides $25,000 Gift to Support District COVID-19 Work 
FEPS Board of Directors announced a $25,000 gift to the district for COVID related efforts toward learning supplies and social emotional supports for students. “We stand with our amazing educators and other staff who are working so hard to help each of our students get through this challenging time,” said Executive Director, Conn McCartan. The FEPS Board will accept donations to support this effort through the month of May. Go to  foundationforeppschools.org  and click on the “donate now” button.
FastBridge Reading and Math Assessments Planned
Students in K - 6 will be assessed in reading and math using a tool called FastBridge. While other formal assessments have been cancelled, Eden Prairie Schools is proceeding with FastBridge so that teachers can use the data to plan instruction for next fall. Distance learning has been a new process for all of us, so we need to start the next school year with good and recent information about your student’s learning. Parents will receive more information from teachers soon.
We Love Our Lunch Heroes!
Our Lunch Heroes make a difference in each Eden Prairie Schools' student's life. This is School Lunch recognition week, and we thank you. Read more.
Let Us Help with Distance Learning: Assignment Assistance
If your K - 8 student needs help with a distance learning assignment, knowledgeable members of the Eden Prairie Schools family are ready to help. Just call the Assignment Assistance Line at 952-975-7140 or 952-975-7144, and for Spanish call 952-975-7146. Your request will be immediately sent to an Assignment Assistant who will call the student. The session may move to a video meeting if necessary. Assistance hours are Monday through Thursday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. For a printable flyer, click  here .
EPHS Fee, Food & Parking Refund Process
Starting next week, Eden Prairie Schools will be processing refunds on a prorated basis for Eden Prairie High School parents. For more information or to learn how to donate your account balances, read more.
Join Us: Final Zoom School Start Times Community Meeting May 14
Eden Prairie Schools is continuing work to gather input on school start/end times. The final community input session will be held via Zoom at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 14. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear a panel discussion that includes experts in sleep and the experiences of other districts. Registration is required  here . Once you register, you will receive an email confirmation from Zoom. Following the May meeting, the Start Times Task Force will review and analyze input from all community sessions, available literature and information from other districts. Findings and recommendations will be made to the School Board in September.
Great Career Opportunities with Eden Prairie Schools
  • Are you an RN interested in working with students? Check out this opening for a full-time Licensed School Nurse.

  • Are you a licensed elementary teacher? Do you speak fluent Spanish? Please check out this exciting full-time opportunity teaching students at our Spanish Immersion Elementary School.

  • Make a difference in the lives of Eden Prairie families by joining our team as an elementary social worker. Learn more here.
May 8: No School, Teacher Comp Day
May 14: School Start Times Community Zoom Meeting, Registration Required, 5 p.m.
May 25: No School, Memorial Day
June 4: Last day of school/distance learning, 12th grade
June 9: Last day of school/distance learning, K-11