The St. Francis School District is preparing to bring students back to class using a hybrid model, combining in-person and distance learning — but that could change quickly.
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Students in the Anoka-Hennepin School District can expect to spend two days a week in class, with the remainder of the week dedicated to distance learning at the beginning of this school year.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota state officials on Thursday, July 30, unveiled a plan to reopen schools this fall that gives districts some flexibility to toggle between in-person and online learning, but reserves the right for the state to step in if the coronavirus gets out of control.
The Anoka-Hennepin School District is making progress on its plan to install synthetic turf at high schools and is considering whether to add a synthetic turf field on the Anoka High School campus instead of at Goodrich Field.
Colleagues, friends and family remember Marlene Colvin, as a caring community member with a deep commitment to education.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College are preparing for a safe return to fall semester, which starts Aug. 24. In addition, tuition at both schools is frozen for fall semester to remain at the same rate as last year, offering one of the most affordable options for higher …
After managing to grow its general fund balance this past year, the St. Francis School District anticipates a deficit in the next year, according to the preliminary 2020-21 budget.
The Anoka-Hennepin School Board has approved a preliminary budget for the next fiscal year with a $1.2 million deficit.
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It was an ending no one could have foreseen — even a group with the motto of having perfect “2020” vision.
With the close of Minnesota’s special legislative session, the Anoka-Hennepin School Board heard an update last week on what legislative priorities were accomplished.
Approximately 60 people gathered outside Coon Rapids High School Saturday, June 20, to protest alleged racism in the Anoka-Hennepin School District and to ask for change.
The Fridley School District is participating in the 2020 Summer Food Service Program and will provide meals to all children without charge. Meals will be available for curbside pickup, and parents can pick up meals for children.
Two local colleges are among 30 Minnesota institutions offering virtual information sessions starting June 22.
Anoka High School’s 148th graduating class was honored in a virtual ceremony Monday, June 8.
Unable to gather in Mariucci Arena due to the ongoing pandemic, Coon Rapids High School celebrated graduates with a virtual commencement ceremony June 7.
Andover High School students gathered in front of devices instead of in Mariucci Arena to celebrate commencement June 7.
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Spring Lake Park High School celebrated the Class of 2020 with a pre-recorded ceremony Friday, June 5, in lieu of a live graduation due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Blaine High School seniors graduated virtually Tuesday, June 9, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Resiliency in the face of adversity, strong connections formed and barriers knocked down were celebrated as Fridley High School honored its Class of 2020 during its 62nd commencement ceremony June 4.
In St. Francis High School’s first virtual commencement ceremony 317 seniors graduated Friday, June 5.
Three local seniors earned National Merit Scholarships recently.
After years of training, Spring Lake Park High School seniors Brendan Abrahamson and Quyncee Chanthanavong have become certified as emergency medical technicians.
Blaine High School senior Eliza Cox hasn’t had the most traditional family life, but she’s celebrating her virtual graduation Tuesday, June 9, with the family that took her in.
Near the end of her sophomore year, Entesar Adem was driven to make a change. Setting a goal of attaining one of the state’s top achievements, two years later she completes her time at Fridley High School as a member of the Minnesota Honor Society, a high honors recipient and a first-generat…
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Growing up, conflict forced his family to flee to a different country.
After being born with hearing loss, Andover senior Alexa Peet has worked hard to overcome its challenges.
Coon Rapids senior Amaiya Armstrong worked hard this year to compete in cheerleading and track, but COVID-19 dashed those hopes.
Ever since Brian Ndege saw his first computer at age 11 while growing up in Nairobi, Kenya, the machines have fascinated him.
The Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce has awarded eight business-focused students $1,000 scholarships.
From canceled proms to virtual graduation ceremonies, this year’s high school seniors are missing out on the traditional end-of-high-school experience. But the committees behind two area senior parties want to give students one more chance to get together before going their separate ways.
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The Spring Lake Park High School Class of 2020 will have both a virtual and possibly a live graduation this year.
The second round of a survey on distance learning is helping the Anoka-Hennepin School District know where teachers need greater support.
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A planned addition to the Anoka Middle School for the Arts Fred Moore Campus will improve security and accessibility and provide space for an additional 300 students. It will also create an amphitheater and more community space.
A Coon Rapids Catholic school is providing three meals a day to children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Anoka-Hennepin School District has announced the schedule and viewing options of upcoming graduation ceremonies.
A Burnsville construction company is suing the Anoka-Hennepin School District for rejecting its bid for the second phase of a construction project at Blaine High School.
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Due to the shutdown of graduation ceremonies, Legacy Christian Academy in Andover found an alternative way to recognize its graduates.
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St. Francis High School has announced it will have a virtual graduation June 5.
Jack Cibuzar, of Fridley, has been awarded a scholarship through the Eagle Scout Scholarship program.
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While many events are being canceled, a St. Francis playground build is being moved up.
A handful of Fridley and Columbia Heights students placed in the annual History Day competitions May 1.
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A majority of families in the Anoka-Hennepin School District approve of its rollout of distance learning, according to a survey reviewed by the School Board April 27.
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