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The Monster Mash: Elementary and middle school students in Anoka partner to bring stories, designs to life

(10/31/2025) Anoka welcomed new mini-monsters to the community just in time for Halloween. Middle school students delivered a treat designed by elementary schools inspired by a story they read earlier this month.

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Students participate in tradition of Anoka Halloween, represent schools and marching bands

(10/27/2025) Anoka is known as the “Halloween Capital of the World,” and on the afternoon of Oct. 24, students and staff representing Anoka-Hennepin schools walked down the city's Main Street at the Big Parade of Little People.

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Parents/guardians invited to participate in Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)

(10/22/2025) Parent/guardian representation is needed at upcoming Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings for the upcoming school year from families with students of all age levels.

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High school marching bands hit a high note with end of season performances at U.S. Bank Stadium

(10/21/2025) Marching bands from 35 schools competed in the Youth in Music State Marching Band Competition on Oct. 11; with Anoka-Hennepin high schools taking home notable honors.

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District to launch new employee recruitment website on Oct. 27

(10/24/2025) Anoka-Hennepin Schools is excited to launch a new employee recruitment website on Monday, Oct. 27. The new recruitment site is a part of a larger website redesign project that includes new district and school websites, planned to debut in December 2025.

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2025-26 fall sports and activities round-up

(11/14/2025) 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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“Life-changing moment” led to college hall of fame induction for CRHS Principal, John Peña

(10/20/2025) Before sharing his trademark “It’s a great day to be a Cardinal” throughout the hallways as Principal at Coon Rapids High School, John Peña made his days at Augsburg College a time to remember. (Photo by Kevin Healy for Augsburg University Athletics).

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Attend to Achieve: Families can support student success, consider the impact of school attendance

(10/18/2025) Students need to attend school to achieve in school. Anoka-Hennepin Schools appreciates the support and attention of parents and guardians to maximize attendance and increase academic outcomes

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Inspiration for future career goals sparked by “Made in the North Metro” exploration event

(10/12/2025) Approximately 60 high school juniors and seniors from Anoka-Hennepin high schools were able to attend the "Made in the North Metro Career Fair,” coordinated by the Metro North Chamber of Commerce and the Anoka County Job Training Center on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the National Sports Center in Blaine.

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Trio of Cardinal greats receive Hall of Fame honor

(10/12/2025) The seventh class of honorees was inducted into the Coon Rapids Hall of Fame during a pre-game ceremony at the school’s homecoming festivities on October 10. Bob Adams was in attendance for the event.

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District seeking community members to join the Community Curriculum Advisory Committee

(10/07/2025) Anoka-Hennepin is seeking community members to join the district’s Community Curriculum Advisory Committee (CCAC). The committee will be composed of parents/guardians of elementary, middle and high school students representing each high school attendance area in the district.

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Anoka High School Tornadoes Hall of Fame inducts five new members

(09/26/2025) History and pride were on full display during a special on-field ceremony during halftime of the Tornadoes Homecoming football game at historic Goodrich Field on Sept. 26 with the induction of five new members to the Anoka High School Tornadoes Hall of Fame.

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My Vision of Kindness: students invited to participate in annual Kindness Poster Contest

(10/01/2025) As a part of October’s National Bullying Prevention campaign, Anoka-Hennepin is excited to announce the 22nd Annual Kindness Poster Contest. The district invites students at all grade levels to submit their best artwork for the competition.

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District news

The Monster Mash: Elementary and middle school students in Anoka partner to bring stories, designs to life

Students participate in tradition of Anoka Halloween, represent schools and marching bands

Parents/guardians invited to participate in Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)

High school marching bands hit a high note with end of season performances at U.S. Bank Stadium

District to launch new employee recruitment website on Oct. 27

2025-26 fall sports and activities round-up

“Life-changing moment” led to college hall of fame induction for CRHS Principal, John Peña

Attend to Achieve: Families can support student success, consider the impact of school attendance

Inspiration for future career goals sparked by “Made in the North Metro” exploration event

Trio of Cardinal greats receive Hall of Fame honor

District seeking community members to join the Community Curriculum Advisory Committee

Anoka High School Tornadoes Hall of Fame inducts five new members

My Vision of Kindness: students invited to participate in annual Kindness Poster Contest

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