AHS eNewsletter 9/22/2023
September 22nd, 2023
Tornado Forecast of Upcoming Events
September 22nd: Homecoming Game @ 7:00 pm at Historic Goodrich Field vs. Maple Grove.
September 23rd: Homecoming Dance from 7:30pm - 10:00pm @ Anoka High School.
September 25th: Late start for students.
- School begins for students at 8:30 am.
- Student transportation will operate under normal timelines.
- Students who arrive before 8:20, will be required to stay in the cafeteria, the main lobby, or the library to work on class assignments quietly.
September 25th: Senior Panoramic Picture during 3rd hour
September 27th: Academic Lettering Night - Grades 10-12 in the Fieldhouse @ 7:00 pm.
October 2nd: Late start for students
Homecoming Dance 2023!
Tomorrow night we will be hosting our annual semi formal homecoming dance in the fieldhouse from 7:30-10 pm.
Students must have a ticket to enter and show your school ID or student vue photo/schedule. Remember no guests from other schools are allowed. Students must be picked up by 10:10 pm from the school. If your parents/guardians are picking you up from the dance, be sure they arrive by 10 pm for student pick up. All school rules apply at our dances. All students will be checked in and searched as they enter the dance. Any student found under the influence or in possession of alcohol or drugs will be suspended from school, ticketed by the police and a parent/guardian will be called to pick them up.
Please help to make this a fun and enjoyable dance for everyone by dressing up and coming with a great attitude for a fun evening.
Academic Awards Ceremony
Anoka High School will be celebrating our students' 2022-2023 academic achievements at our Academic Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, September 27th at 7:00 pm in the field house.
For students to receive an Academic Letter they need to be at or above the cumulative weighted GPA determined for their grade level.
9th grade = cumulative GPA of 3.90
10th grade = cumulative GPA of 3.85
11th grade = cumulative GPA of 3.80
Students and their parents have received an email notifying them of their award status.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. Pham at 763-506-6229.
📸 SENIOR PANORAMIC PICTURE
Seniors, we have the senior panoramic photo this Monday, September 25th in the Field House at 10:45 AM. We will have order forms for the Senior Panoramic Photo available in the main office starting Tuesday, the 26th. We will also have an online order link available to you shortly.
Application Window for Trimester 2 Online Classes
The Anoka Hennepin Online Learning Program's application will open on October 1 and close on November 17. Any student/family that would like to start taking online classes during Trimester 2 must apply during the open window. Students currently taking online classes Trimester 1 do not need to re-apply. All classes will be asynchronous (with no Google Meets). Students will still be able to choose part-time or full-time.
Please note that filling out the 2023-24 Anoka-Hennepin Online Classes Application (grades 9-12) does not guarantee enrollment into the Anoka Hennepin Online Learning Program. Parents/Guardians will be notified if more information is needed. This form MUST be filled out by a parent or guardian.
Enrollment is based on courses offered and space available. Once your request is received, you will receive a Parent Permission form that will need to be signed and returned to the online program before registering for online classes.
Attention parent/guardians of 12 graders! A message from our school nurse!
To the parents of current 12th graders: Minnesota state law requires a second booster dose of the meningitis (meningococcal) vaccine after the age of 16 years but before 12th grade. If your 12th grader has not had this vaccine yet please contact your medical provider as soon as possible. If your student has not received this vaccine for medical reasons or because of your conscientiously held beliefs, written proof of exemptions is required.
Please contact the Anoka HS school nurse Beth Nikolic at 763-506-6336 if you need this exemption form or have any questions.
Are you in need of extra help with schoolwork? Try Lighthouse!
Lighthouse is a free after school tutoring program available to all students at Anoka High School.
Tutor's from just about all subject areas are available to assist.
When: Monday and Wednesdays 2:30-4:30pm
Where: SC171 (9th grade science wing)
Students can ride their activity bus home @ 4:30pm
Tornado Volleyball Community Outreach Night
It's time for the Anoka Alpine Clothing Drive again!
The Anoka Alpine Fall Clothing Drive for the Epilepsy Foundation is happening on Saturday, September 30th, from 8 a.m. to noon as part of the Anoka Fall Recycling Event at 501 Pierce Street.
Anoka Alpine Clothing Drive for the Epilepsy Foundation
Saturday, Sep 30, 2023, 08:00 AM
501 Pierce Street, Anoka, MN, USA
2023-24 Yearbook!
This is the last week to purchase the 2023-24 Yearbook at its lowest price of $81. The Yearbook staff is already hard at work covering many Anoka High School events, and they were excited to see that so many of you have already reserved you and your student’s copy.
SENIOR-ONLY Announcements:
Submit senior portraits to Jostens (and/or see the attached Doc). Senior portraits must be submitted by November 3, 2023.
If you are looking for a photographer to take your senior portraits, David Bank Studios has yearbook-only portrait and full senior portraits sessions available. You must have portraits taken by October 20, 2023 and submitted to Jostens by November 3, 2023.
If no senior portrait is submitted, your student’s Lifetouch school portrait will be used.
Important!: If your student has a full photo restriction, they will not be included in the yearbook - INCLUDING SENIOR PORTRAITS. To change photo restrictions, please complete your back to school verification via your parent account. If you have additional questions regarding photo restrictions, please contact Jill Blake.
Senior Recognition Ads:
Create and purchase a personalized and published senior recognition ad through this link (and/or see the attached PDF).
Senior Recognition Ads must be purchased by December 1, 2023.
If you have any questions, please email the Anoka High School Yearbook Advisor John Palm.
School Counselor Appointments
Counselors are a student's first line of support for academic and social emotional support. Counselors can also assist with post secondary planning. Students can schedule an appointment with their School Counselor in multiple ways starting Monday, September 11.
1. Log into the Lock & Key and click the AHS Counselor Appointment icon. Fill out the short Google Form and the counselor will send a pass inviting you to make a Smart Pass to the Counseling Office.
2. Go to the Anoka High School Counseling Website. Click on the Counselor Appointment Request link and complete the Google form.
3. During non-academic time, use the camera on your phone to hover over the QR code found on posters throughout the building. Complete the Google form.
When you arrive at the Counseling Office, please give your paper pass to the Student Office Aide who will make sure your Counselor is available.
Seniors! Graduation is closer than you think!
Now is a great time for Seniors to start planning ahead for your commencement ceremony. Please follow this link AHS Graduation to order your cap, gown, announcements, and accessories. Senior families are responsible for each student's personal orders.
What's going on in the College and Career Center?
Attention Class of 2024!
The 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is set to open in December 2023. The US Department of Education has informed the public that there are significant changes coming to the form, in hopes to simplify it for students and families. We will continue to update you as we know more. Please reference this financial aid site for additional resources regarding financial aid events, the FAFSA, MN Dream Act, and more.
Military Academy Information Night, October 11
On behalf of Congressman Tom Emmer, all students are invited to attend the Military Academy Nominations Information Night to learn about potential opportunities in enrolling in our country's prestigious Military Academies. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
Open House - University of MN Army ROTC
Wednesday, October 18
4:30-6:30 p.m.
All are welcome for this open house opportunity to meet with current students and instructors and participate in/observe ROTC training. See more information on the event flyer. RSVP to adejesus@umn.edu
Pay Less for College Seminar for Families
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
This free workshop is designed to help parents find ways to work within the financial aid system to increase their eligibility for financial aid, reduce taxes, and find more efficient ways to pay for a college education.
Black Youth with Stethoscopes Summit
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Do you want to go into medicine? Do you want to be a doctor, dentist, nurse, physician assistant, or advanced practice nurse? At the Black Youth with Stethoscopes Youth Summit, you will:
Meet and hear from Black healthcare professionals
Engage in hands-on activities using the actual tools of healthcare
Receive a booklet filled with information about healthcare careers
Click here to register and for more information
Latine Youth with Stethoscopes Summit
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Do you want to go into medicine? Do you want to be a doctor, dentist, nurse, physician assistant or advanced practice nurse? At the Latine Youth with Stethoscopes Youth Summit, you will:
Meet and hear from Latine healthcare professionals
Engage in hands-on activities using real medical equipment
Receive a book filled with information about healthcare careers
Click here to register and for more information
ASVAB
Saturday, December 9, 2023
If you're serious about joining the military, then get serious about the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). The ASVAB is a timed multi-aptitude test, which is given at over 14,000 schools and Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide and is developed and maintained by the Department of Defense. See more information here.
QuestBridge National College Match
QuestBridge: The 2023 QuestBridge National College Match is now open for seniors! Apply by September 26 for full four-year scholarships to top colleges. Find out if you're eligible and apply for free at questbridge.org. Two Anoka seniors from the class of 2023 were matched last year.
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