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 - November 2025
Lincoln e-newsletter archive
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2025-26 Newsletters
November 2025
October 2025
September 2025
August 2025E-News Archives
Check out archived e-newsletters via Google Drive.
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Get district news your way
Communication builds trust with our Anoka-Hennepin communities, confidence in our district and schools, and support for providing a high quality education for all students.
As a public institution, Anoka-Hennepin is accountable to its parents/guardians and other citizens, informing them about their investment in public education and seeking their insight on helping the school district deliver high quality educational programs that meet the needs of its students and communities.
Stay tuned to the following outlets for news and information:
- FOCUS on Anoka-Hennepin e-newsletter
- Focus newsletter, which includes a Grad Spotlight feature
- Action of the School Board
- Parent Engage 360 podcast
- Links to school communications (e-newsletters, social media pages)
Do you have a news tip to share? Contact the communication and public relations department.
District news
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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.
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How student safety is maintained amid concerns regarding immigration enforcement
(12/04/2025) Recent media reports regarding targeted Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) efforts in the Twin Cities area have surfaced concerns from students and families regarding enforcement action and the safety of students in the school setting.
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Enjoy the sounds of the seasons with a school concert
(01/03/2025) Community members are invited to enjoy the sounds of the season and support Anoka-Hennepin students with musical performances at middle schools and high schools this December.
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A-H Newsroom archives
View archived news articles (in PDF format) from 2003-04 to 2014-15 via Google Drive.
