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Andover High School educator named 2025 Minnesota History Teacher of the Year

(09/12/2025) Andover High School educator Gracia Elrick Cooper was recently named the 2025 Minnesota History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Since 2004, this distinguished award has recognized exceptional K–12 educators for their remarkable work in teaching American history.

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Have a game plan: Fan expectations to ensure safety at school events

(09/03/2025) The district continues to implement safety and security practices to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for participants and spectators.

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Varsity Football start times set for 7 p.m.

(09/03/2025) Varsity home football games will begin at 7 p.m. for the remainder of the 2025 football season following school board direction. This includes home games for all schools in Anoka-Hennepin: Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Champlin Park and Coon Rapids.

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Andover High School online ticketing for athletics and activities events

(08/26/2025) Andover High School has partnered with GoFan for mobile ticketing for athletic events. Fans can purchase tickets online through their respective school’s GoFan page, the GoFan App or by presenting a card or mobile payment option at the ticket gate.

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District marching band showcase set for Saturday, Aug. 23

(08/20/2025) High School marching bands from across the district will convene in the Coon Rapids High School stadium to compare notes and performances at the Anoka-Hennepin Marching Band Showcase.

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Registration for 2025 fall activities begins Aug. 1

(07/28/2025) Registration for fall Andover High School athletics and activities begins Aug. 1. Fall sports begin on Aug. 11, so don’t wait, get registered early!

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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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Andover High School online ticketing for athletics and activities events

(08/08/2024) New this school year, Andover High School has partnered with GoFan for mobile ticketing for athletic events. Fans can purchase tickets online through their respective school’s GoFan page, the GoFan App or by presenting a card or mobile payment option at the ticket gate.

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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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Registration for 2024 fall activities begins Aug. 1

(07/26/2024) Registration for fall Andover High School athletics and activities begins Aug. 1. Fall sports begin on Aug. 12, so don’t wait, get registered today.

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Testing opportunities for students to earn a World Language Proficiency Certificate or Bilingual/Multilingual Seal

(01/18/2024) Anoka-Hennepin students with a mastery of world languages can use that knowledge to earn special recognitions – World Language Proficiency Certificates or Bilingual/Multilingual Seals.

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Students earn more than 1,400 tuition-free college credits through College in the Schools

(12/08/2023) To prepare students for their academic pursuits after high school, Anoka-Hennepin has many options that provide college-level academic rigor.

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Andover ends historic season in state tournament semifinal showdown

(11/22/2023) The Andover High School football team saw its historic season come to an end in the state semifinals. The Huskies and Chanhassen High School combined for 100 points in a back-and-forth affair at U.S. Bank Stadium on Nov. 18 that would need overtime to decide a winner.

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Andover High School football heads to state semifinals

(11/15/2023) The Andover High School football team (10-1) advanced to the semifinals of the MSHSL Class AAAAA State Football Tournament. The Huskies will square off against Chanhassen High School on Saturday, Nov. 18. Opening kick-off for the state semifinal game is set for 7 p.m. at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

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Parent Education Series: District to host three Parent Engage 360 events in 2023-24

(11/09/2023) Join parents and guardians from the Anoka-Hennepin Schools community for information and resources to support the needs of students today. Anoka-Hennepin is hosting three Parent Engage 360 community and parent education events during the 2023-24 school year. These events aim to provide resources for parents and guardians to support their students and others in the community.

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Andover High School football set to take on Robbinsdale Armstrong in Class AAAAA state quarterfinals

(11/06/2023) The Andover High School football team (9-1) will make its seventh state tournament appearance in school history after winning the Section 7AAAAA Championship on Nov. 3, defeating Elk River High School 65-32 on its turf at Husky Stadium.

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Artwork by Andover High School student featured in downtown Anoka mural

(10/26/2023) While taking classes at the Rum River Art Center in Anoka, Andover High School freshman Rachel Kroona was presented with a unique opportunity. She and around 10 other artists were commissioned to repaint the Mainstreet tunnel in downtown Anoka.

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Andover girls soccer places third at state tournament

(11/02/2023) The Andover High School girls soccer team earned third place in the state tournament after defeating Maple Grove High School 2-0 on Nov. 1. The Huskies finished the season with a record of 13-5-2 after making their fourth state tournament appearance in school history, the first since 2017.

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A total of 71 Andover High School students named AP scholars

(10/23/2023) A total of 71 students from Andover High School were named Advanced Placement (AP) scholars based on scores on AP course exams taken during the 2022-23 school year.

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Students start off a ‘good year’ cleaning up the Rum River

(09/20/2023) Students at Andover and Blaine high schools recently teamed up to help a community in need. After learning used car tires were being illegally dumped in the Rum River, students from both schools developed a plan to clean up the mess.

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