School news
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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.
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Adams Elementary takes learning outdoors through the Minnesota School Forest Program
(04/30/2024) Adams Elementary School in Coon Rapids was recently entered into the Minnesota School Forest Program through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). A School Forest is an outdoor classroom where teachers and students explore the natural world to teach core subjects.
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Dental Health Month brings smiles to elementary schools across the district
(02/08/2024) First grade students at Adams Elementary School received a dental health kit and educational materials during a short presentation with Dr. Eileen Crespo, a practicing pediatrician and Vice President of Medical Services at Delta Dental on Feb. 5.
Adams Family Newsletter - Feb. 2, 2025
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District news
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Students earning top gains in the district honored at Academic Growth Award recognition event
(02/07/2025) Students with the highest academic growth at Andover, Anoka and Champlin Park-area elementary and middle schools were recognized Feb. 6.
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District student-athletes celebrate signing letters of intent on National Signing Day
(02/06/2025) Student-athletes from four Anoka-Hennepin high schools (Andover, Anoka, Blaine and Coon Rapids) participated in events Feb. 5 marking National Signing Day.
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Kindergarten Information Nights set for Anoka-Hennepin elementary schools
(02/05/2025) Establishing a connection with students and families provides a foundation for school success. Parents, incoming students and other family members are welcome to attend.
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Five district educators named candidates for Minnesota Teacher of the Year
(02/04/2025) Candidates for the 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year award have been announced and Anoka-Hennepin has five educators who were nominated. Minnesota’s Teacher of the Year program celebrates a tradition of excellence in teaching throughout the state.
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