Absentee and early in-person voting commenced last week for the upcoming November 5th general election and school board election in District 196, where two candidates are vying for one open seat on the school board. Voters can find information on polling locations at mnvotes.org.

In community news, Eagan High School will host its fall play this weekend, featuring the farcical murder mystery comedy \"Clue.\" Tickets are available on the high school’s website. Additionally, three high schools—Apple Valley, Eastview, and Rosemount—are celebrating homecoming this week, with football games scheduled for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, respectively. Eagan High School will follow with its celebrations next week, inviting community members and alumni to participate in the festivities.

The district's advisory councils have begun their first meetings of the year, providing a platform for students, parents, staff, and community members to engage in the decision-making process. There are still open seats on various councils, and interested individuals are encouraged to visit the district's website for more information.

Superintendent Bolsoni recently visited Oak Ridge and Pinewood Elementary Schools, noting a successful start to the school year and commending the staff, particularly elementary teachers, for their implementation of four new curriculums in reading, writing, science, and math. He highlighted the importance of writing as a critical skill for student development, emphasizing its role in helping students process their thoughts and express themselves effectively. Bolsoni expressed pride in the new curriculum's potential to enhance student growth and achievement this year and invited board members to join him on future school visits.