Anoka Middle School for the Arts

A new Enrollment Center is now open to support families new to or interested in enrolling in Anoka-Hennepin Schools!

Families may schedule an appointment or walk-in to:

• Receive support in completing the online registration process
• Receive translation/interpretation assistance
• Complete early childhood screening
• Conduct English Language learner (EL) assessments.
• Apply for free/reduced priced meals and additional resources for eligible families.
•Information on all Community Education programming

Walk-in visits are accepted from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Families may contact the Enrollment Center directly to set-up an appointment.

Phone: 763-506-1030
Email: [email protected]
Website: ahschools.us/enroll

Open house events will also be held from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26 and Thursday, Sept. 3 to ensure families are connected and prepared before the start of the school year.

Families in attendance can try new things to prepare for school:

• Ride a school bus together around the neighborhood.
• Receive backpacks, school supplies and other resources. (Available for families in need.)

Read more: https://www.ahschools.us/about/news/article/~board/news/post/enrollment-center-now-open-to-support-families-new-to-or-interested-in-anoka-hennepin-schools

The back-to-school issue of the FOCUS is provided as a resource to families to prepare for the upcoming school year, and was sent to all families on Wednesday, July 29. Check it out: https://app.smore.com/n/fq4na

Stay tuned for more information specific from your student's school in August.

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Find your future at Anoka-Hennepin! Join us for a Summer Hiring Event on Thursday, July 30.

📆 Thursday, July 30, 2026
⏰ 1 - 5 p.m.
🏫 Educational Service Center in Anoka

District representatives will be conducting interviews and making tentative job offers at the event. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SReZAE

District staff are preparing to welcome students back for the 2026-27 school year. Back to school information is now available on the district website at ahschools.us/bts - including open house dates, school supply lists, dates for class photos and conferences - and more!

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