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New tastes put to the test: Students serve up opinions on future school meals

(11/27/2024) When it comes to determining which new foods make the cut for school menus, Anoka-Hennepin asks the people with the most important palate: Students.

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District to host hiring event for operational and student support positions Jan. 16 at Champlin Park High School

(11/27/2024) The Anoka-Hennepin School District will host an in-person hiring event for operational and student support positions Thursday, Jan. 16 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Champlin Park High School. The hiring event will take place in the school cafeteria located at 6025 109th Ave. N (Enter Door E4).

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School Board action addresses $26 million budget gap for 2025-26 school year

(11/26/2024) Board action endorsed a budget reduction and reallocation plan Nov. 25, completing a process that unfolded over the past several months and allows planning for the 2025-26 school year to remain on schedule.

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Specialty and magnet school options provide family choice in Anoka-Hennepin

(11/18/2024) Twelve district schools provide in-demand educational options such as the arts; science, technology, math, engineering and biomedical sciences (STEM/STEAM); and International Baccalaureate (IB).

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A total of 357 Anoka-Hennepin students named AP scholars

(11/18/2024) Anoka-Hennepin Schools offers more than two dozen difference AP courses to high school students, audited and approved by the College Board.

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Jennifer Birkmeier recognized nationally as Outstanding Project Lead the Way Administrator

(11/14/2024) Birkmeier was was one of 27 selected nationwide to earn an Outstanding Administrator recognition that actively engage and support their students, colleagues and communities.

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District student-athletes celebrate signing letters of intent on National Signing Day

(11/14/2024) Student-athletes from Anoka-Hennepin high schools (Andover, Anoka, Blaine and Champlin Park) participated in events Nov. 13 to mark the start of the NCAA early signing period. At the events, student-athletes signed letters of intent from colleges and universities nationwide to continue their academic and athletic careers.

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District high schools to host Education, Employment, Enlistment Palooza on Dec. 14

(11/15/2024) Anoka-Hennepin career and college specialists from the district’s high schools have collaborated to host the Third Annual Career and College Palooza on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 8:30-11 a.m. at Champlin Park High School.

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Kindness takes all of us: winners of annual kindness poster contest announced

(11/14/2024) As part of October’s National Bullying Prevention campaign, Anoka-Hennepin held its 21st annual kindness poster contest. This year’s theme was Kindness Takes All of Us. Students were encouraged to create a poster with that message in mind and delivered a variety of themes to spread kindness in their schools.

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District schools honor Veterans Day with programs, learning opportunities

(11/11/2024) On Nov. 11, schools across Anoka-Hennepin held Veterans Day events or educational opportunities aimed at learning about and honoring those who have served or who are serving in the military.

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School Board to consider $21 million budget reduction at Nov. 25 meeting

(11/06/2024) The School Board is expected to approve a budget reduction and reallocation plan for 2025-26 at the Nov. 25 meeting. At the Nov. 4 work session, the School Board did begin discussion on possible options.

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Curtains go up for high school theatre programs

(11/05/2024) Performance spaces across Anoka-Hennepin are filled with talented high school students who are ready to entertain. Show your support by catching a show in early November at a high school near you.

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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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Learn how to earn college credit in high school

(11/05/2024) The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is hosting a virtual informational session on Earning College Credit in High School on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. The virtual meeting will be held on Zoom and will share information about opportunities for students to participate in Advanced Placement (AP, International Baccalaureate (IB), Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) and College in the Schools as high school students.

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MCA scores available for parents/guardians to view online

(11/05/2024) Students in grades 3-8 and in grades 10 and 11 take Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) tests. Scores are now available for students who took the test in the 2023-24 school year.

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Orchestra Hall Concert Series field trip introduces music options for students

(11/04/2024) The Minnesota Orchestra coordinates a Young People’s Concert Series each year for students across the state. Anoka-Hennepin students attended sessions on Oct. 23 and 24.

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2024-25 fall sports and activities round-up

(11/18/2024) With the fall sports and activities season wrapping up, here’s a look at who’s heading to state, and how they fared when they performed and played. Also included is information about postseason awards gathered by student-athletes and coaches.

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