School news
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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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Lincoln Elementary for the Arts named Magnet Schools of America School of Excellence
(01/23/2025) Lincoln Elementary School for the Arts has been named a 2025 Magnet Schools of America (MSA) School of Excellence. MSA national merit awards are given to magnet schools that demonstrate a commitment to high academic standards, curriculum innovation, successful desegregation and diversity efforts, and strong parent and community involvement.
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It's more than just free meals! Apply for educational benefits for the 2024-25 school year
(07/26/2024) All Anoka-Hennepin families are encouraged to apply for the educational benefits program for the 2024-25 school year. A new application must be submitted each school year. The enrollment window for the 2024-25 school year begins Aug. 1, 2024.
Lincoln e-newsletter - October 2025
Lincoln e-newsletter archive
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2025-26 Newsletters
October 2025
September 2025
August 2025E-News Archives
Check out archived e-newsletters via Google Drive.
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- Action of the School Board
- Parent Engage 360 podcast
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District news
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Anoka-Hennepin’s new “hands on” science program showcased at national convention
(11/17/2025) Anne Norsted, learning and achievement coordinator, presented highlights from Anoka-Hennepin’s successful rollout of Twig Science to conference attendees from across the nation Nov. 12-15 in Minneapolis.
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Supt. McIntyre named to Statewide Blue Ribbon Commission on Special Education
(11/14/2025) Anoka-Hennepin superintendent Cory McIntyre has been appointed to serve on a new 16-member advisory board tasked with developing and presenting an action plan for transforming special education in Minnesota.
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District student-athletes celebrate signing letters of intent on National Signing Day
(11/14/2025) Student-athletes from Anoka-Hennepin high schools (Andover, Anoka, Blaine and Champlin Park) participated in events on Nov. 12 to mark the start of the NCAA early signing period.
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District schools to honor Veterans Day with programs, learning opportunities
(11/10/2025) On Nov. 11, schools across Anoka-Hennepin will hold Veterans Day events or educational opportunities aimed at learning about and honoring those who have served or who are serving in the military.
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A-H Newsroom archives
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