School news
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Preparing for the selection of classes for the 2026-27 school year
(12/08/2025) There are two steps that students need to take for the process to make meaningful decisions on what courses to select to best fit your goals and interests.
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Anoka High School 2025 Veterans Assembly Speaker
(10/24/2025) Anoka High School Invites military veterans and the larger community to its annual Veterans Day Assembly, Tuesday, November 11th from 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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Anoka High School Tornadoes Hall of Fame inducts five new members
(09/26/2025) History and pride were on full display during a special on-field ceremony during halftime of the Tornadoes Homecoming football game at historic Goodrich Field on Sept. 26 with the induction of five new members to the Anoka High School Tornadoes Hall of Fame.
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Have a game plan: Fan expectations to ensure safety at school events
(09/03/2025) The district continues to implement safety and security practices to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for participants and spectators.
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Varsity Football start times set for 7 p.m.
(09/03/2025) Varsity home football games will begin at 7 p.m. for the remainder of the 2025 football season following school board direction. This includes home games for all schools in Anoka-Hennepin: Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Champlin Park and Coon Rapids.
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Anoka High School online ticketing for athletics and activities events
(08/26/2025) Anoka High School has partnered with GoFan for mobile ticketing for athletic events. Fans can purchase tickets online through their respective school’s GoFan page, the GoFan App or by presenting a card or mobile payment option at the ticket gate.
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District marching band showcase set for Saturday, Aug. 23
(08/20/2025) High School marching bands from across the district will convene in the Coon Rapids High School stadium to compare notes and performances at the Anoka-Hennepin Marching Band Showcase.
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Registration for 2025 fall activities begins Aug. 1
(07/28/2025) Registration for fall Anoka High School athletics and activities begins Aug. 1. Fall sports begin on Aug. 11, so don’t wait, get registered early!
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SUN Bucks program available for free/reduced-eligible students
(06/04/2025) The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the SUN Bucks program. This income-based food support program provides families $120 per eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out for the summer.
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Anoka High School Commencement Exercises rescheduled for Tuesday, June 3
(06/02/2025) The start time for the 2025 Anoka High School commencement ceremony has been changed to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 to avoid inclement weather.
District news
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Six district standout student-athletes earn football All-Star accolades
(12/12/2025) Excellence on the field and in the classroom has earned post-season honors for six Anoka-Hennepin student-athletes.
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Updated district and school websites coming Dec. 18
(12/12/2025) The change is required by the district’s current website vendor to ensure the platform is technically supported in the new year. This is a renewal of the website contract within the current budget parameters.
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Weather conditions impact schedules for Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, afternoon transportation schedules modified
(12/09/2025) Due to predicted weather and road conditions impacting travel throughout the afternoon and early evening hours, the district is modifying afternoon schedules for the safety of students and staff.
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View report cards online
(12/08/2025) Watch for communication from your student's school, which will notify families when the report cards are available for families to view. Parents, guardians and any person with educational rights to a student will be able to access the student’s report card online.
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!
Frequent Contacts
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Main Office
763-506-6200
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Absence Line
763-506-6206
Bailey Hanson
Attendance secretary [A-G]
763-506-6308
bailey.hanson@ahschools.usMichele Nozzarella
Attendance secretary [H-N]
763-506-6239
michele.nozzarella@ahschools.us
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Health Services
763-506-6336
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Media Center
763-506-6205
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Nutrition Program
763-506-6211
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School Social Worker
763-506-6305
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Activities Office
763-506-6380
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Principal Mike Farley
763-506-6202, mike.farley@ahschools.us

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Assistant Principal Shannon Madison (Last Name A-C)
763-506-6220, shannon.madison@ahschools.us

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Assistant Principal Susan Hagerty (Last Name D-I)
763-506-6221, susan.hagerty@ahschools.us

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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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