School news
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District seeking feedback on Wellness Policy
(11/05/2024) Every three years, the Anoka-Hennepin School District and its Health, Wellness and Safety Committee conduct a review of Wellness Policy 533.5. The review of the Wellness Policy is required by law and is done to help maintain compliance, assess progress and determine areas in need of improvement.
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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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Parent Education Series: District to host three Parent Engage 360 events in 2023-24
(11/09/2023) Join parents and guardians from the Anoka-Hennepin Schools community for information and resources to support the needs of students today. Anoka-Hennepin is hosting three Parent Engage 360 community and parent education events during the 2023-24 school year. These events aim to provide resources for parents and guardians to support their students and others in the community.
Jefferson e-newsletter - Nov. 7, 2024
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District news
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Six district schools recognized by Magnet Schools of America; Hoover named Top Magnet School of Excellence
(01/23/2025) Six Anoka-Hennepin magnet schools earned Magnet Schools of America (MSA) national recognition in 2025 for their academic excellence, commitment to diversity and community engagement.
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Youth resilience expert and speaker shares message with district high school students
(01/22/2025) Kate Gladdin, one of Australia’s Top 100 Women of Influence, visited with students at Sandburg Regional High School and Coon Rapids High School January 16 and 17 to share her inspiring message on teen resiliency.
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School canceled for Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025
(01/20/2025) Due to extreme cold weather conditions, all Anoka-Hennepin schools will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. This decision has been made for the safety of students and staff as an Extreme Cold Warning has been issued for Anoka County until 12 Noon on Tuesday.
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Creativity Festival inspires ideas, develops skills for nearly 400 students
(01/10/2025) What does attending a session regarding robotic spinograph design have to do with solving a problem? Elementary students from Anoka-Hennepin joined others from around the metro area for a Creativity Festival hosted at the University of Minnesota on Jan. 7 and 8 to answer that question and take on additional challenges.
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