District news
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My Vision of Kindness: students invited to participate in annual Kindness Poster Contest
(10/01/2025) As a part of October’s National Bullying Prevention campaign, Anoka-Hennepin is excited to announce the 22nd Annual Kindness Poster Contest. The district invites students at all grade levels to submit their best artwork for the competition.
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Alley & Ave to hold extended hours sale on Oct. 9
(09/26/2025) Anoka-Hennepin’s student-focused Alley & Ave retail boutique located in Historic Downtown Anoka will have extended hours on Thursday, Oct. 9, until 6 p.m. Everything in the store is 25% off.
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You can make a difference! Learn about working in Anoka-Hennepin Schools at CRHS hiring event Oct. 7
(09/16/2025) The Anoka-Hennepin School District will host an in-person hiring event for operational and student support positions on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Coon Rapids High School. The hiring event will take place in the atrium located inside the main entrance (Door 1) of the school.
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Phase 3 budget reduction and realignment process begins, community meetings set
(09/12/2025) An initial $15 million budget gap has been narrowed, with a remaining target of $8 million in reductions and realignments identified for the 2026-27 school year.
What is special education?
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The Anoka-Hennepin Special Education department is a team of specialized professionals dedicated to assuring "a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment." Our Special Education department serves a little over 6,000 children who range in age from birth through 21.Each one of our schools serve students with special needs. Most students are served in their neighborhood schools and every effort is made to serve them in the regular classroom setting. For students with unique needs, we have set up specialty programs in various schools across the district to meet these needs.BridgesPathwaysRiver Trail Learning Center
Contact info
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Our mailing address at the Educational Service Center is: 2727 N Ferry St.; Anoka, MN 55303.Reach us by phone at 763-506-1350 or by fax at 763-506-1365.Office hours at the Educational Service Center are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Contact Elementary Director Melissa Hayes at:melissa.hayes@ahschools.us or 763-506-1350.Contact Secondary Director Stacey Dahlby at:stacey.dahlby@ahschools.us or 763-506-1350
Upcoming Events
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Today
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM District Hiring Event
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October 16, 2025
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October 17, 2025
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October 20, 2025
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October 27, 2025
6:30 PM Regular School Board meeting
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