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The focus and work of the group is driven by parents' interest in projects and resources that benefit all families of students served in special education.

Families across Anoka-Hennepin are invited to learn practical ways to make college more affordable. The event is free and open to the public. 

September is a time to show appreciation for the dedicated service and contributions of school board members both here in Anoka-Hennepin and across the state. 

Each school day is an opportunity to turn the page, learn something new, and build upon the chapters that lead to student success. Our schools and our staff believe that when we work together, the little things that happen in our classrooms - the connections, the lessons learned, and the daily wins - add up to make a difference in building upon each student’s story.

When student-athletes return to the field, court or pool for competitions, they will receive extra support from student leaders in the stands following a sportsmanship training seminar held at Andover High School on Sept. 2.

Anoka-Hennepin middle and high school advisors trained student leaders over the past week to welcome new sixth- and ninth-graders and students new to the school. Orientation activities are hosted on Tuesday, Sept. 7 at district middle and high schools to help ease the transition to a new school for students making their next step in their academic journey. 

To ensure schools are ready to support all students in attendance on the first day of school (Sept. 8 and 9), all student’s paperwork must be fully processed by Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. (noon). Support is available for families with enrollment, however, enrolling after this deadline means a student will likely have a delayed start date for the 2026-27 school year.