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 proposals
(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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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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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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Mississippi Elementary students learn about mental health with T.C. Bear
(11/07/2025) Students at Mississippi Elementary School in Coon Rapids recently had the opportunity to learn more about mental health education with the Minnesota Twins' own mascot, T.C. Bear.
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My Vision of Kindness: winners of annual kindness poster contest announced
(11/05/2025) As a part of October’s National Bullying Prevention campaign, Anoka-Hennepin held its 22nd annual kindness poster contest. This year’s theme was My Vision of Kindness. Students were encouraged to create a poster with that message in mind, and they delivered a variety of themes to spread kindness in their schools.
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Alley & Ave to hold extended hours sale on Nov. 20
(11/05/2025) Anoka-Hennepin’s student-focused Alley & Ave retail boutique located in Historic Downtown Anoka will have extended hours on Thursday, Nov. 20, until 6 p.m. Everything in the store is 25% off.
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Incumbents retain seats in Anoka-Hennepin School Board race
(11/04/2025) Voters returned incumbents Kacy Deschene, Matt Audette and Jeff Simon to serve four-year terms in the Tuesday, Nov. 4 School Board election.
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