School news
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You can make a difference. Work at Sand Creek Elementary
(09/02/2025) Sand Creek Elementary School is a great place to work and learn. Our communities work together to provide residents with safe and friendly neighborhoods, high-quality schools, a wide range of business and economic opportunities, beautiful parks and abundant recreational activities.
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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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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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“Gymbassador” program at Sand Creek Elementary connecting students
(02/02/2024) At Sand Creek Elementary School, “Gymbassadors” are third and fourth grade leaders who volunteer their time during the school day to interact and engage with kindergarten through fifth grade students in the Developmental Cognitive Disability (DCD) program.
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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.
Sand Creek e-newsletter - Nov. 4, 2024
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District news
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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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School Board amends 2025-26 school calendar
(09/03/2025) The staff development day originally scheduled for May 8, 2026 has now been moved forward by one week to Friday, May 1, 2026. The date change will be reflected in all future published calendars.
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District high schools use online ticketing for athletics and activities events
(09/03/2025) Anoka-Hennepin Schools has partnered with GoFan for mobile ticketing at athletic events for Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Champlin Park, and Coon Rapids high schools.
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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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A-H Newsroom archives
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