Ramsey Elementary School

10/07/2026

Superintendent of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, Greg Cole, has a background in teaching. ICYMI: He also writes regular columns for parents of students!

"As your new superintendent, I want parents and guardians to know that we should do as much as we can together to make school fun and meaningful for your student.

The research is clear that possibly the best thing students can do to increase their confidence, reduce anxiety, and improve their engagement in ANY class is to be an active reader. Reading anything fun each day is the best way to start.

Reading is weightlifting for the brain. It is a powerful activity that only requires a library card and books that are fun to read and easy to see lying around in your home.

You don’t need to start with the classics. Keep it fun and give it time. If your child hasn’t been a reader until now, that’s okay. Like many things, changing habits takes time. Small actions, taken each day, have a profound effect over time."

Read the full column and his invitation to families for this school year:

A column from Superintendent Greg Cole.

10/07/2026

Family representation is needed at Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings for the upcoming school year from families with students of all age levels - including early childhood, elementary, middle school, high school, and transition-aged students - with a full continuum of student disabilities. The focus of meetings is driven by parents' interests and resources that benefit all families of students served in special education.

👋 Join SEAC for its first meeting of the year this Thursday, Oct. 8 from 6-7 p.m. at the Educational Service Center in Anoka.

❓What it is: SEAC (pronounced “seek”) is comprised of parents/guardians of students in the district who receive Special Education services.

🩷 Why it matters: The intent of SEAC is to advise the school district on parent involvement, current issues, program development and established department priorities. The council serves as a resource and an advisory council for special education programs in the district.

View the full schedule of meetings for the year and how to get involved:

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.

10/06/2026

Get ready for some spooktacular crafting in this fun, hands-on painting class! Students will bring their own ceramic ghost and pumpkin candleholder to life with their choice of paint colors. Everyone will head home with a festive, glowing masterpiece complete with a battery-operated tealight to brighten up the season! After school on Friday, October 23. Grades K-5. Register at https://bit.ly/4jBQ7YI.

10/04/2026

Our Ramsey staff are always looking for ways to engage our students and make learning fun!
We couldn't forget to add this picture of our second grade teachers celebrating the completion of the Tall Tales and Fairy Tales unit with our students last week!

10/02/2026

Our second graders were just finishing up their FairyTales and Tall Tales Unit in Reading. To celebrate we had many special "guests" learning with us today including princesses, fishermen, cowboys and cowgirls, and lumberjacks!

10/02/2026

Thank you to our Ramsey Elementary Custodial team! They literally keep our building running!

10/02/2026

Ready for your monthly catch-up?

The latest issue of News from the Nest is officially live! Check out what we’ve been up to, what’s coming next, and a few special announcements you won't want to miss.

News from the nest - Oct. 2026

09/30/2026

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/1yf7zr.

09/25/2026

It was so fun getting to see so many students, families and community heros at our first family event yesterday! Thank you to everyone who was able to come out to make this even such a hit!

We are sharing the informational video to all just in case the event didn't work in your schedule yesterday. We want to ensure all families are able to learn more about Ramsey's math and reading curriculum, the support we offer as a Title I building in the Anoka-Hennepin District, and a few brief ideas of how to stay connected and continue supporting your child's engagement at home!

https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1N31Rbnd_Ob0OjDD82xTZTCks6MPLw8AVfw0QTVZcguA/play =id.p

09/24/2026

Our Meet & Eat event is happening rain or shine! If it is raining, the event will take place in the South Cafe and South Gym.

MEET & EAT DESSERT TRUCK UPDATE! 🍦
Instead of Unbakable Cookie Dough, Minne-Scoop-Ta will be joining us with their creamery made ice cream!

After you grab something to eat, save room for a scoop (or two!). A portion of your purchase will benefit the Ramsey PTO, so you can enjoy a treat while supporting our school.

We can’t wait to see our Ramsey families tonight!

Check it out ahead of time at minnescoopta.com!