School news
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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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Rum River teacher Tom Powers named candidate for Minnesota Teacher of the Year
(01/29/2024) Candidates for the 2024 Minnesota Teacher of the Year award have been announced and Anoka-Hennepin has seven educators who were nominated. This year’s program will name the 60th Minnesota Teacher of the Year, celebrating the tradition of excellence in teaching in Minnesota.
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Rum River fourth graders “Share the Warmth” with new to district students
(12/22/2023) Over the years, fourth grade students at Rum River Elementary School have helped provide warm blankets through many different organizations including the Alexandra House, children’s hospitals, the Anoka County Sheriff’s Department and nursing homes.
Rum River Elementary e-newsletter: March 1, 2024
Rum River e-newsletter archive
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2024-25 Newsletters
2024-25 information coming soon!
E-News Archive
Check out archived e-newsletters via Google Drive.
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Communication builds trust with our Anoka-Hennepin communities, confidence in our district and schools, and support for providing a high quality education for all students.
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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Alley & Ave to hold extended hours sale on April 24
(04/17/2025) Anoka-Hennepin’s student-focused Alley & Ave retail boutique located in Historic Downtown Anoka will have extended hours on Thursday, April 24, until 6 p.m. Everything in the store is 25% off.
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Spring musicals hit the stage across the district
(04/16/2025) Show support for theatre programs and enjoy quality entertainment at district high schools in April and May.
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Jackson Middle School hosts annual Multicultural Event, students share heritage
(04/11/2025) Students and their families were able to sample various foods and desserts, learn about different countries, view fashion from other cultures and enjoy cultural song and dance performances.
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Northdale Middle School students compete at Family, Careers and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State
(04/11/2025) The students are the first to compete at the state level. FCCLA focuses on service projects and competitions for proficiency and achievement in chapter and individual projects, leadership skills and career preparation.
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A-H Newsroom archives
View archived news articles (in PDF format) from 2003-04 to 2014-15 via Google Drive.