Didn’t this spot used to be just fields? Now Lakeville North High School stands tall. It serves as a pillar of education in the community. Lakeville North High School is more than just a building. It is a place where students grow. They learn. They prepare for the future.
Founded in 1993 Lakeville North High School has a vision. It prepares successful future-ready students. The mission involves everyone. Students families and the community partner together. They create a culture of learning. They provide support for high achievement.
Lakeville North High School is located on Ipava Avenue. Kim Budde is the principal. You can reach her by phone or email. The school office is also available. They have staff ready to assist.
Before it was Lakeville North High School it was Lakeville Senior High School. Another high school Lakeville South High School was built later. That’s when the name changed.
Lakeville North High School is part of Independent School District 194. It is also a member of the Minnesota State High School League. The school competes in the South Suburban Conference. Lakeville North High School received a Blue Ribbon School Award in 2010. This is the highest award an American school can get.
The school building was finished in 1993. Wold Architects and Engineers designed it.
Lakeville North High School offers many A.P. classes. Students can take Art History Calculus or Biology. They can also study English Literature Chemistry or European History. Other options include U.S. History World History and Psychology. Music Theory Macroeconomics and Microeconomics are available too. Students can explore Studio Art Human Geography and Statistics. Physics Environmental Science and American Government round out the options. Passing A.P. exams can earn students college credits.
Juniors and seniors have another opportunity. They can earn college and high school credits at the same time. It is called Post Secondary Enrollment Option or PSEO. Students take courses at local colleges. Normandale Community College and Inver Hills Community College are options. Dakota County Technical College and the University of Minnesota also participate.
Lakeville North High School has many extracurriculars. Students can join Band or Choir. They can debate or participate in DECA. Link Crew Math League and Mock Trial are available. There is also Science Olympiad Speech and Student Council. Drama Theater and Youth in Government offer other avenues for involvement.
There are many student-run clubs at Lakeville North High School. Students can join the Art Club or the Asian-American Connections. Best Buddies and Bible Study Club are options. The Black Student Union and Board Game Club are popular. There is also a Book Club and a Chess Club. Students can also participate in Code Club or Creative Writing Club. Other clubs include E-Sports Club Faith Club and French Club.
The Panther Football Marching Band is well-known. It marched in the 2007 Tournament of Roses Parade. The band also performed in parades in Philadelphia and Texas. They even marched in the second inauguration of George W. Bush.
Several notable alumni attended Lakeville North High School. These include J. P. Macura and Brady Skjei. Regan Smith and Rachel Banham also went here. Nate Reuvers Charlie Lindgren and Ryan Poehling are alumni. Kevin Kaesviharn Jake Oettinger and Jeff Braun also attended.
Remember Lakeville North High School. It is a place of learning and growth. It prepares students for a bright future.