Andover High School News & Events
November 1, 2022
October - Student of the Month
Art - Alayna Bobrofsky
Business - Keaton Coe
English - McKenzie Rhodes
ESL - Abdissa Almo
Health - Tucker Jaworski
Math - Aiden Nagle
Music - Andrew Haglund
Phy Ed - Sophia Campbell
Reading - Sonja Blissenbach
Science - Joe Schendel
Social Studies - Eddie Miles
Support Services - Samantha Borgan
Tech Ed - Carter Eklund
Vocational - Thomas D'Angelo
Jefferson Award - Anna Slavik
Important Calendar Dates
- November 3: Choir Fall Concert (AUD) 7:00 PM
- November 6: Daylight Savings Ends
- November 8: No School; Staff Development
- November 11: Veterans Day Assembly (GYM) 9:36AM
- November 11-13: Fall Play Opens (See Details Below)
- November 14: Tri 2 Parking Permits Opens for Seniors 7:00 AM
- November 15: Tri 2 Parking Permits Opens for Juniors 7:00 AM
- November 16: Tri 2 Parking Permits Opens for Sophomores 7:00 AM
- November 18-20: Fall Play
- November 21: No Late Start; Classes begin at 7:40 AM
- November 23: No School
- November 24-25: No School; District Closed
- November 28: No Late Start; Classes begin at 7:40 AM
- November 29-30: Parking Permit Distribution
- December 1: End of Tri 1
- December 2: No School; Staff Planning
- December 5: No School; Staff Development
You can also view a District Calendar here.
Choir Fall Concert
Looking to attend our Choir Fall Concert? You can purchase tickets ahead of time! Tickets are currently on sale via our Activities Calendar. The concert is being held on Thursday, November 3rd at 7:00 PM in our Auditorium.
Veterans Day Assembly
Andover High School will hold its Annual Veterans Day program on Friday, November 11th starting at 9:36 am. Suggested arrival time is 9:20 - 9:25 am for coffee and treats. All Veterans and their families are welcome to attend this event along with our student body. Parking will be available in the Bus Loop for this event which is located on the East side of our school along Crosstown Blvd. Please enter and exit through Door 3.
Haven for Heroes Freewill Donation
At this year’s Veteran’s Day assembly, the Andover Leos will be holding a freewill donation to benefit Haven for Heroes. Haven for Heroes, located in Anoka, provides a place of safety and refuge for Veterans and/or their family members who, for whatever reason, need assistance. If you are planning on attending, please consider supporting our Vets by donating to this amazing organization!
Fall Play: The Love of Three Oranges
Forget all your dusty misconceptions about the traditions of Commedia dell'Arte as The Love of Three Oranges, based on a scenario by Carlo Gozzi, provides a wild, raucous slapstick comedy that is completely retooled and revised for today's audiences. Prince Tartaglia's life is filled with misery until an evil witch and her equally evil henchmen curse him to search for three giant oranges. But this quest proves more fruitful than anyone could have imagined as a once-lonely prince discovers love, friendship, and laughter when he encounters wizards, monarchs, and a wild narrator who isn't sure how far removed from the story he really is.
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time for any of the showings at https://www.andovertheatre.org.
Boys' Soccer at State playing for 3rd Place
Boys’ Soccer Championship pursuit ends in State Semifinals at US Bank. The Boys will play tomorrow, Wednesday, November 2nd at 9:00 AM in West St Paul for 3rd place against Maple Grove. Go Huskies!
3rd Place Boys' Soccer State Tournament
Wed, Nov 2, 2022, 09:00 AM
West Saint Paul Dome, Livingston Avenue, West Saint Paul, MN, USA
Winter Sports Registration
Registration opened on Monday, October 17th for our Winter Sports. For more information on how to register, please click here. If you have any questions, you can email Deanna Palmer at Deanna.Palmer@ahschools.us.
Listed below are the start dates for the Winter Sports:
- Monday, November 14th - Alpine Ski, Nordic Ski, Gymnastics, Boys Hockey, Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball (Grade 9 only)
- Monday, November 21st - Boys Basketball (Grades 10-12) and Wrestling
- Monday, November 28th - Boys Swimming & Diving
Technology Protection Plan for Families
Deadline Extended!
Technology Protection Plan is still available for all families. Enrollment has been extended and is available through December 2, 2022. The Technology Protection Plan is optional; it is not required, however, by electing not to participate in the Protection Plan, families may be required to reimburse the school district for the replacement or repair of damaged Chromebooks assigned to their student/s.
Families can opt-in to the Device Protection Plan:
Log into A-HConnect.
Select “My Student Information,” and then select “Fees.”
Parents must select or decline coverage under the Device Protection Plan.
If you forget your login and password, call 763-506-HELP (4357) or email 506help@ahschools.us.
The plan cost is $20 per student or $60 per family per school year.
If the student qualifies for reduced priced meals, the cost of the Protection Plan will be reduced to $10 ($30 for families).
If the student qualifies for free school meals, the cost will be reduced to zero.
Cap and Gown Ordering Information
Order your cap and gown free of charge to all graduates from Jostens.
Seniors must go to this link to submit their cap and gown measurements electronically. The deadline for submission for the cap and gown will be December 15, 2022. Graduation announcements can also be ordered via the link below. The deadline will be December 15, 2022 for announcement orders.
How to order the free cap and gown:
1. Click on the link above
2. Scroll down to the Cap and Gown Section and select the Cap and Gown Unit - $0.00
Please go to this link to complete the registration or to order announcements (if you prefer to order through Jostens).
Please note: All seniors will receive a black/gold tassel with their cap and gown. You have an option to purchase an additional “Keepsake” tassel if you choose. Should you have any questions, please email Courtney Piekarski.
Trimester 2 Parking Permits
Trimester 2 parking permits will go on sale Monday, November 14th for Seniors, Tuesday, November 15th for Juniors and Wednesday, November 16th for Sophomores. Please access School Pay to purchase a permit. The window to purchase permits will open at 7:00 AM on each day. Trimester 2 permit distribution will be on November 29th and 30th in the cafeteria during lunch time. For questions you can contact Emily Fonder at emily.fonder@ahschools.us.
Early Dismissal Reminder
Parents/guardians are encouraged to submit absences or early dismissals online in A-HConnect or in the ParentVUE mobile application. Refer to these step-by-step directions for more information. Absences and early dismissals can also be reported to our 24-hour Attendance Line at 763-506-8406. Please call the 24-hour attendance line to report an early dismissal and not the main office number.
Healthy Living YMCA Field Trip
Mrs. Koski's Healthy Living class took a field trip to the YMCA and had fun participating in the Yoga and Body Pump classes. We enjoy seeing our students out in our community!
Counseling Office Info
Boys and Girls State Competition
This past summer, these 6 Seniors had the privilege to attend Boys State and Girls State: Gage Law, Christopher Mullen, Carissa Smith, Savanna Kelly, Ryan Mickelborough and Benjamin Peterson. This is sponsored by the American Legion and the Women's Auxiliary.
Participants learn the rights, privileges and responsibilities of franchised citizens. The training is objective and centers on the structure of city, county and state governments. Operated by students elected to various offices, activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and recreational programs.
Legion posts select high school juniors to attend the program. In most cases, individual expenses are paid by a sponsoring post, a local business or another community-based organization.
Congratulations on being selected to represent Andover!
Stress Less - Change to Chill
With school, sports, and activities in full swing, it's common for students to experience stress. You may feel like you are being pulled in many different directions to perform at your best. Recognizing symptoms of stress may help identify the things in your life that are causing them. Visit this site to identify symptoms of stress and connect you with resources to manage stress.
Back on Track
Need to make up a class? See your counselor to register for credit recovery. You can see details here.
Career Center News
These newsletters/updates come from the Andover High School College and Career Center. This resource is here for students and families to help guide all things “life after high school”. To learn more about the services provided by our College and Career Center, click here.
The Anoka-Hennepin Career and College Specialists are excited to announce the 1st annual Education, Employment and Enlistment Palooza. For more information on the day, scan the QR code. Registration is not required for this event.
News from the Youth Services Coordinator
Jefferson Award Winner for October - Anna Slavik
The Students in Action Multiplying Good Award for Public Service is a prestigious national recognition system honoring community and public volunteerism. Each month we recognize one student who has taken effective action, and created a meaningful impact while improving our community and making the world a better place. Anna was recently named the Jefferson Award winner for the month of October. We are proud to commend students such as Anna for their accomplishments, leadership, and volunteerism at our school. The efforts of Anna as a student volunteer have made Andover High School, and our community a better place. Throughout her high school career, Anna has been a strong leader in Andover's service club (the Andover Leos). Through her involvement, she has come up with community needs that she would like to see addressed, and helped to create and implement plans to address those needs.
High School Chemistry Curriculum Open House set for November 17
Anoka-Hennepin School District families, students, staff, and community members are invited to review three new curriculum options and provide feedback. The district will offer both in-person and virtual open house opportunities in November. These new curriculum options are in the areas of high school chemistry and high school honors chemistry.
Open house information:
- In-person: 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov 17 at the Educational Service Center, 2727 N Ferry St., Anoka.
- Virtual: Nov. 17-23. Participants will be emailed links and videos to review online. Interested participants must register online by Monday, Nov. 14.
The review committee will present recommendations to the School Board for approval in June 2023. Pending approval, the new curriculum will be implemented for the 2023-24 school year. Learn more about the new curriculum options.
World language testing opportunities available for students
Testing opportunities for students to earn a World Language Proficiency Certificate or Bilingual/Multilingual Seal
Does your student speak two or more languages? Want to earn college credit?
Anoka-Hennepin students in grades 10-12 with a mastery of world languages can use that knowledge to earn special recognitions – World Language Proficiency Certificates or Bilingual/Multilingual Seals.
Additionally, college credit can be awarded to these students who attend or transfer to Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and select other post-secondary institutions within three years of graduation from Anoka-Hennepin.
Fall testing dates are Nov. 15 and/or Nov. 17. The registration deadline is Friday, Nov. 11 at 3 p.m. Cost is $30 per assessment, or $10 if the student receives free or reduced-price lunch. Tests are administered at the high school.
To learn more about this opportunity, see the languages currently available, and register to take an exam, visit ahschools.us/bilingualseal.
Upcoming Open House Dates for Specialty and Magnet Schools
Providing family choice: Anoka-Hennepin features four specialty and magnet schools at the high school level
Anoka-Hennepin offers four specialty and magnet schools at the high school level that are designed to provide families with additional choices at no cost. Students who live within the Anoka-Hennepin boundaries may apply to enroll at any of the specialty or magnet schools.
The specialty and magnet programs provide in-demand educational options such as the arts, science, technology, math, engineering and biomedical sciences (STEM/STEAM), as well as International Baccalaureate (IB).
The magnet schools are offered to students districtwide in partnership with the Northwest Suburban Integration School District (NWSISD) which provides transportation to those schools. The application window is open for the 2023-24 school year, closing Dec. 31, 2022. Students may also enroll at the specialty schools using an in-district transfer process without transportation. Applications are accepted between Dec. 1, 2022 and Jan. 15, 2023 for priority consideration.
The specialty and magnet schools are hosting information nights/open houses for families to learn more about the programs offered. The schools are also offering in-person tours upon request. View the full list of school offerings and open house or tour information.
Upcoming in-person and virtual open house/information nights for High Schools:
Nov. 14 - 5:45 p.m. - Blaine High School - More information and sign up
Nov. 16 - 6-8 p.m. - Anoka High School - LMC/Makerspace
Dec. 6 - 6:30 p.m. - Coon Rapids High School - Auditorium
Dec. 13 - 6-7 p.m. - Champlin Park High School - South Lecture Hall
Dec. 15 - 6-8 p.m. - Anoka High School - LMC/Makerspace
- Jan. 5 - 6-7 p.m. - Champlin Park High School - South Lecture Hall
Winter Weather Reminders
Minnesota weather is shifting gears, and the Anoka-Hennepin School District has plans in place for when extreme winter weather arrives.
The safety of all students is the first priority when determining if schools should stay open in adverse weather. If a determination is made to close school due to extreme winter weather, the district will alert families in a variety of ways, including:
Phone, text or email message from AHlert system (for Anoka-Hennepin parents/guardians only).
District and school websites.
District and school social media pages (e.g. Facebook, Instagram and Twitter).
Media outlets including WCCO, KSTP, FOX 9, KARE 11, CCX Media, WCCO radio and Star Tribune newspaper.
Those responsible for activities scheduled in schools over the weekend will determine if adverse weather conditions necessitate a cancellation.
Read more about the district’s policies on extreme winter weather at ahschools.us/weather.
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