Anoka Middle School for the Arts

When it all adds up, Anoka-Hennepin Schools staff members are ONE of the many reasons that students achieve, delivering on our promise to educate each student for success.

The connections district staff make with students, families and community members make all the difference, and the work they do today will matter now and well into the future.

May 4-8, 2026 is being celebrated as Employee Appreciation Week across the school district. Thank you for supporting Anoka-Hennepin Schools in recognizing and celebrating the impact staff members make today, and every day.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/ahschools2026appreciation

May 4-8, 2026 is being celebrated as Employee Appreciation Week across the school district, recognizing the significant impact that staff at all sites make for students. You can join us in honoring, recognizing and celebrating school district staff! Consider a few ideas to show your appreciation:

• Encourage your student to share a handwritten note of appreciation for a staff member that impacts their days at school.

• Consider sending a staff member a simple email message to let them know that their work and the connections they make with your student matters.

• Share a smile, and/or tell a staff member how they make a difference for your student or your family.

• Get involved in your school’s Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and see if there are ways you can volunteer or donate as a token of appreciation.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/ahschools2026appreciation

Try something new! Anoka-Hennepin Community Education offers a variety of enrichment classes and recreational activities for students. Classes are offered after school, in the evening and over the weekend. See what’s available: https://app.smore.com/n/4vghc.

In this three-week class, students will be introduced to basic cooking skills, practice kitchen safety and learn food safety. We’ll focus on: a new twist on an old favorite; cool food for warmer weather; and a look into great grandma's cookbook. Tuesdays after school starting May 5. Register at https://bit.ly/3Oe5ppv.

Anoka-Hennepin middle and high schools will host a variety of musicals and theater performances in the coming weeks. The community is welcome to show support for students and enjoy quality entertainment presented by theatre programs April - May.

Additional information and tickets purchases are available online: https://www.ahschools.us/about/news/article/~board/news/post/curtains-are-going-up-on-theater-performances-across-the-district

Learn the skills and strategies of tennis with an emphasis on participation, teamwork and safety. Teams practice after school and compete in matches against other Anoka-Hennepin middle schools. Starts April 20. Grades 6-8. Learn more and register at https://bit.ly/3NRw2jQ.

Try something new! Anoka-Hennepin Community Education offers a variety of enrichment classes and recreational activities for students. Classes are offered after school, in the evening and over the weekend. See what’s available: https://app.smore.com/n/195e0.

Due to predicted extreme winter weather conditions, the Anoka-Hennepin School District will be closed Sunday, March 15, 2026. The closure impacts weekend activities and facility rentals. This decision has been made for the safety of students, staff and community members as a Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Anoka and Hennepin counties. Details: https://bit.ly/3No83sf

In this 3-week class, students will be introduced to basic cooking skills, practice kitchen safety and learn food safety. They’ll tackle busy weeknight dinners, homemade pizza with homemade crust and dessert. Tuesday or Thursday options starting April 14 or 16. Grades 6-8. Register at https://bit.ly/47fz9IE.