School news
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Anoka High School senior publishes novel, shares story at AMSA to inspire seventh graders
(11/17/2023) Students spend years reading books, few publish their own. Braylan Allison, a senior at Anoka High School, published a novel titled “Lunar” during her freshman year and has plans to publish a second book in the trilogy early next year.
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District to host Education, Employment, and Enlistment Palooza on Dec. 9 at Andover High School
(11/16/2023) Anoka-Hennepin career and college specialists from the district’s high schools have once again collaborated to host the Second Annual Education, Employment, and Enlistment Palooza on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8:30-11 a.m. at Andover High School.
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Parent Education Series: District to host three Parent Engage 360 events in 2023-24
(11/09/2023) Join parents and guardians from the Anoka-Hennepin Schools community for information and resources to support the needs of students today. Anoka-Hennepin is hosting three Parent Engage 360 community and parent education events during the 2023-24 school year. These events aim to provide resources for parents and guardians to support their students and others in the community.
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AHS 2023 Veterans Day Assembly information
(10/23/2023) Anoka High School invites military veterans and the larger community to its annual Veterans Day Assembly, Friday, Nov. 10 from 7:40-8:25 a.m.
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Twenty-eight Anoka High School students named AP scholars
(10/23/2023) A total of 28 students from Anoka High School were named Advanced Placement (AP) scholars based on scores on AP course exams taken during the 2022-23 school year.
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Anoka High School announces 2023 Hall of Fame class
(09/12/2023) Anoka High School (AHS) has announced its sixth Anoka Tornadoes Hall of Fame class.
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Focusing on learning, limiting use of cell phones in school
(09/06/2023) The digital well-being of our students is critical to their success in high school. All of our high schools thrive on creating a healthier, more effective and engaging learning environment in our classrooms by limiting the use of cell phones.
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SRO: Information regarding the School Resource Officer program with area law enforcement partners
(09/15/2023) Anoka-Hennepin Schools utilizes a multi-layered approach to protect the safety of students and staff. At the core of this effort are relationships that form a positive school culture and climate and partnerships with law enforcement through a School Resource Officer program (SRO). Structural
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Freshmen and new-to-district student orientation day set for Tuesday, Sept. 5, first day of school
(08/02/2023) When school begins for the 2023-24 school year on Sept. 5, freshmen and new-to-district students at Anoka-Hennepin’s five traditional high schools will participate in a series of activities that aim to ease the transition to high school and build a foundation for academic success.
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Important update regarding transportation for 2023 fall activities
(08/02/2023) Due to continued nationwide shortages of bus drivers, we are experiencing disruptions with after school activity transportation. Anoka-Hennepin transportation has been working diligently to ensure that bus routes to and from school and activities are covered.
District news
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Students earn more than 1,400 tuition-free college credits through College in the Schools
(12/08/2023) To prepare students for their academic pursuits after high school, Anoka-Hennepin has many options that provide college-level academic rigor.
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The Power of Human Connection: Replay and resources from Parent Engage 360 event
(12/08/2023) Anoka-Hennepin hosted parents/guardians and community members in-person and online Dec. 5 for the first of three events in the Parent Engage 360 series this school year. Joe Beckman delivered a high-energy presentation over one hour about the Power of Human Connection.
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AHS STEAM Showcase provides important skill building for younger students
(12/08/2023) At Anoka High School (AHS), a focus within the Center for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) program is to provide students with real-world learning opportunities.
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Bid now: Student-built raised garden beds up for auction
(11/30/2023) Students at Blaine High School have built raised garden beds that are open for bidding. The sale of these student-built items covers the cost of materials and supports future hands-on learning opportunities.
Updates
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Receive info in our e-newsletter or school announcements/news page. Check out contact info if you have questions. Alumni: connect with classmates, volunteer or request transcripts.
Learn more about how the STEAM program at Anoka High School is designed for students who want to develop critical skills needed in the 21st century, preparing them for careers in computer science, the arts and engineering.
Look for information on the NWSISD lottery this fall!
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Main Office
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Bailey Hanson
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Assistant Principal Tung Pham (J-M)
763-506-6229, tung.pham@ahschools.us
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Assistant Principal Eric Lakanen (Title IX Building Lead, Last Name N-Sk)
763-506-6225, eric.lakanen@ahschools.us
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Assistant Principal Amy Pelkey (Last Name Sl-Z)
763-506-6232, amy.pelkey@ahschools.us
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Activities Director Lance Wicks
763-506-6223, lance.wicks@ahschools.us
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Administrative Intern Todd Hunter
763-506-6350, todd.hunter@ahschools.us
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