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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2025-26 Student Transportation proposal
(05/05/25) As part of an annual transportation review process in accordance with School Board policy, new non-transported areas are being proposed for the 2025-26 school year.
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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.
Jefferson e-newsletter - Nov. 7, 2024
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District news
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Graduate Spotlight: Blaine High School graduate’s inspiring path to leadership
(07/15/2025) Bethany Brunsell, a 1994 graduate of Blaine High School (BHS), was named the first female fire chief for the City of Golden Valley in March 2024, becoming one of just three female fire chiefs in the state.
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Andover and Champlin Park high school seniors named College-sponsored National Merit Scholarship winners
(07/15/2025) Andover High School (AndHS) graduate Jaxon Knutson and Champlin Park High School - International Baccalaureate Programme (CPHS) graduate Noah Johnson have earned College-sponsored National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) announced July 14.
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Anoka-Hennepin School Board seats up for election, filing period opens July 29
(07/14/2025) Three seats will be up for election November 4 – districts three, four and six. Community members living within those districts who are interested in serving on the board must file for election between July 29 and August 12 by 5 p.m. Members serve four-year terms.
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School board approves 2025-26 budget
(07/02/2025) The Anoka-Hennepin School Board approved the 2025-26 district budget at its regular meeting on Monday, June 23 on a 4-2 vote. Budget approval means the district will maintain operations and all actions necessary to prepare for the 2025-26 school year.
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