Staff news

Scam alert, do not respond to “Anoka County Sheriff’s Office” phone calls

(01/06/2025) Recent phone messages say they originate from a person from the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, but are not legitimate requests. The district is alerting employees as a precaution.

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Payroll changes for the 2025-26 school year

(01/03/25) Beginning July 1, 2025, Anoka-Hennepin Schools will be making changes to some payroll practices that will impact how many employees will be compensated and need to record their work time.

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New District ID badges to be used for building access

(12/12/2024) All district employees recently received a new District identification badge. The new badges are equipped with key fob technology and will serve as your tool for building access.

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Upcoming learning sessions for the Trusted Partner Scholarship Program at Saint Mary’s University

(12/10/2024) Anoka-Hennepin and Saint Mary’s University continue to partner with the Trusted Partner Scholarship Program providing special benefits for district employees and a spouse.

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2024 W-2 and 1095-C Forms: Opt-Out for Electronic Delivery

(11/27/2024) Anoka-Hennepin employees currently have the ability to opt-out of printed versions of their W-2 and 1095-C tax forms to electronic delivery within Skyward. Staff members who do not complete the opt-out process within Skyward will receive a printed copy of their W-2 and 1095-C forms via mail.

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My Health Rewards by Medica changing to Personify Health

(11/27/2024) The My Health Rewards by Medica online tool and app is changing from Virgin Pulse to Personify Health. The My Health Rewards online tool and app lets you log healthy habits, track activity through a fitness tracker, and complete other health activities to earn rewards.

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Minnesota TRA to host retirement information sessions

(11/27/2024) The Minnesota Teachers Retirement Association is hosting in-person retirement events designed specifically for employees planning to retire at the end of the 2024-25 school year.

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Reminder: Subscribe to receive emergency text message alerts for staff

(11/14/2024) Staff members can verify they are subscribed for emergency text message alerts related to weather closings/delays, and more.

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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 technology and information department launching cybersecurity training in conjunction with Cybersecurity Month for staff

(10/07/2024) Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. With preventative action, technology hopes to educate staff on the need and ability to keep data safe and secure.

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Upcoming informational sessions for University of St. Thomas Work and Learn Program

(10/03/2024) Anoka-Hennepin and the University of St. Thomas (UST) have a partnership that provides hands-on experience to support success in future teaching careers. The Grow Your Own and Work and Learn programs aim to recruit, prepare, retain and support highly qualified paraprofessionals and Tier 1 and Tier 2 teachers to become Tier 3 licensed special education teachers.

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Trusted Partner Scholarship Program with Saint Mary’s University

(09/27/2024) Anoka-Hennepin and Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota continue to partner with the Trusted Partner Scholarship Program providing special benefits for district employees and a spouse.

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Flex PD opportunities for 2024-25 school year

(09/20/2024) Flexible Professional Development (Flex PD) opportunities will be available to staff again in the 2024-25 school year. Professional learning sessions are aligned with the district's strategic priorities.

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National Suicide Awareness Prevention efforts supported locally in September

(09/20/2024) Supporting the mental health needs of Anoka-Hennepin’s employees is a key action step during September, which is designated as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month across the nation.

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Flu shot clinics offered this fall for staff, families

(09/05/2024) Anoka-Hennepin Schools, with support from the district’s employee wellness program, Where Wellness Matters, will offer flu shots at several schools and sites beginning Sept. 23 through Oct. 10.

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It takes all of us

(09/02/2024) The difference that every staff member makes in school communities each day is powerful. With each “win” that students achieve in their educational journey, staff in the district are all working together, preparing for that handshake they will receive at commencement, before a diploma is placed in their hands.

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Anoka-Hennepin apparel store open

(08/16/2024) An online store to purchase Anoka-Hennepin branded apparel is open through Sept. 6.

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District educators earn master’s degrees through Work and Learn program

(06/20/2024) Anoka-Hennepin and the University of St. Thomas have a partnership that provides hands-on experience to support success in future teaching careers.

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The Move to Medica: Open enrollment begins May 28

(05/16/2024) Starting Sept. 1, 2024, Medica will be the provider for Anoka-Hennepin health insurance benefits. Open enrollment will run from May 28 through June 12. Open enrollment elections are entered into the Worklife electronic enrollment system.

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UnitedHealthcare engagement toolkit: Mental health

(05/13/2024) The May mental health toolkit offers tips and tools for understanding how you feel, so you can manage your emotions and take better care of yourself and others.

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