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A-H Connect Needs your Updates!
Make a plan to complete your student’s back-to-school verification, now. Families may complete the verification online by logging into A-HConnect.
Why it matters: Verification ensures that each student’s school has confirmed emergency contact information and releases for the safety of each student.
Family deadlines: It’s important that each family completes the verification process before the first day of school. Verification is easy to do online, on your own time, whenever it’s convenient.
Even if families’ contact information has not changed, it’s important to log in to access a variety of other student information in the coming weeks, including class schedules and teacher assignments, attendance, school handbooks, progress reports and grades for middle and high school students.
High school students will not be able to enroll in fall activities until the back to school verification process is complete.
Login details: Visit A-HConnect to complete your student’s back-to-school forms for the upcoming school year.
Parents/guardians can access back-to-school forms by clicking the lock icon and “Login” at the top right corner of any district or school website.
Then, select, "My Student Information."
Next, choose “Online registration.”
Select “Back-to-school annual verification.”
View the tip sheet for directions.
If you need help finding your login/password, email 506help@ahschools.us or call 763-506-HELP for assistance.
Middle and high school families: Back-to-school verification also includes the option to enroll in an optional protection plan for district-issued Chromebooks, which are assigned to students in grades 6-12 to ensure access to technology systems that support classroom learning. Visit ahschools.us/techprotect to learn more.
Discounts, benefits and reduced fees available: Families may also apply to receive additional educational benefits, discounts and reduced fees after completing the verification process.
Check out our Libraries!
AMSA Destiny Library
Destiny "How-to" link:
Digital Library
NEW!
MackinVia Tutorial https://youtu.be/CA-F-novlbI
Book Recommendation
Yusuf Azeem is Not a Hero by Saadia Faruqi
Yusuf is excited to start middle school in his small Texas town, but with the twentieth anniversary of the September 11 attacks coming up, suddenly it feels like the country's same anger and grief is all focused on his Muslim community.
Technology Protection Plan
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. Damaged or broken screens may cost between $100 to $190 depending on parts needed; or the replacement cost for the entire device could be up to $410.
Families can opt-in to the Technology Protection Plan when completing their back to school verification, and pay for the coverage in SchoolPay in Parent Vue.
The plan cost is $20 per student or $60 per family per school year.
The Protection Plan is automatically applied to Free and Reduced families.
- More information can be found on our website here.
- Caring for Technology Devices
High School Event Expectations
Anoka-Hennepin Middle School Attendance Policy at Events:
Our goal is to provide a fun, safe and engaging opportunity for middle school students and families to support our high school-athletes as they perform in football, band, dance and cheer. The following expectations are in place to ensure that all who attend experience a safe, welcoming, and positive environment.
All five Anoka-Hennepin traditional high schools (Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Champlin Park and Coon Rapids) have made the transition to online ticket sales for athletics and activities events. With the exception of boys and girls hockey, all ticket sales for events hosted by district schools will be online using GoFan Events, the official ticketing system.
Middle School Students:
Students will be admitted to events with a valid GoFan ticket, and with a valid ID and parent/guardian escort - with a 2:1 ratio of students to adults.
Unsupervised students will not be permitted entry.
The student code of conduct for school extends to all Anoka-Hennepin school events. Students running, throwing objects, using profanity, or causing other disruptions will be required to sit with their parent/guardian for the remainder of the game.
If the student’s parent/guardian is not present, an administrator on duty will call home and escort the students to the front of the gate to wait to be picked up.
There will be no refunds if a student is removed from the game before its conclusion.
If a parent/guardian has to be called about a student’s behavior, the student may forfeit their right to attend any future high school events for one calendar year.
Significant disruptions and policy violations are subject to further disciplinary action.
Students are not permitted to bring backpacks, footballs, soccer balls, etc. to games. Balls will be confiscated at the gate or by administration if brought to the stadium.
Students still on campus 15 minutes after the conclusion of a game will not be permitted to return to a game for the remainder of the season.
Middle School Parents/Guardians:
Do not drop your student off unattended at events. It is expected that parent/guardian supervise their students for the duration of the event. Unsupervised students will be escorted out of the event.
Please review expectations of behavior with your student(s) before arrival.
Please make sure your student(s) remains with you for the duration of the event.
As stated above, please be aware that students still on campus, unsupervised, 15 minutes after the conclusion of an event will not be permitted to attend future events.
District high schools use online ticketing for athletics and activities events
New this school year, Anoka-Hennepin Schools has partnered with GoFan for mobile ticketing for athletic events at all five traditional high schools (Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Champlin Park and Coon Rapids). Fans can purchase tickets online through their respective school’s GoFan page, the GoFan App or by presenting a card or mobile payment option at the ticket gate. All major credit cards are accepted, along with Apple Pay.
The new ticketing partner allows both schools and visitors a more efficient, professional ticketing experience. Buying tickets online allows fans to access and share tickets easily by email or text without standing in line. Fans are encouraged to buy tickets online prior to reaching the facility, however credit card payments will be accepted on site.
Pricing
Adult (18-59) tickets for athletic events are $10 and students (K-12) are $5.
Adults 60 and older receive free admission to regular season events. Please be aware that this does not apply to section or state tournament events.
Before the event
PURCHASE your tickets online, via your computer, smartphone or other mobile device using the GoFan Mobile App (available on Google Play and the App Store.
Once you purchase your ticket online, you will get an order confirmation email and click on the "VIEW TICKET" on your mobile device. This can also be done on the app.
Pay attention to the important information shown on the confirmation screen.
At the event
Prior to arriving at the gate, access your confirmation email or view the ticket in the mobile app and click on "VIEW TICKET" on your mobile device.
Show your mobile device to gate personnel, who will validate your admission ticket.
DO NOT validate your ticket before arriving at the gate. A staff member will validate your ticket. If you validate your ticket in advance, you may need to purchase another ticket.
Tickets CANNOT be printed. You must use your mobile device to access your ticket(s).
Visit the GoFan How To Guide to access videos for assistance, or visit the links below:
Students from the hosting and visiting schools must be prepared to show student identification at events and middle school students and younger must be accompanied and supervised by a parent/guardian. Students from any other schools/non-participating schools must also be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
Ticket information for each school can be found at the following websites:
Andover High School: ahschools.us/huskytickets
Anoka High School: ahschools.us/tornadotickets
Blaine High School: ahschools.us/bhstickets
Champlin Park High School: ahschools.us/cphstickets
- Coon Rapids High School: ahschools.us/crhstickets
Welcome back to school, everyone! As we gear up for the new academic year, we are seeking volunteers to help with our exciting back-to-school events. Volunteer involvement is crucial to AMSA and will help create a positive start to the school year.
Both campuses
Tuesday, September 17th & Wednesday, September 18th
We're looking for a few volunteers to help collect tickets and hand out prizes during lunch.
If you're ready to dive in and support this event or be notified of upcoming ones, we urge you to raise your hand and join us by clicking the blue links below to sign up. Your assistance is deeply appreciated. This is a wonderful opportunity to kick off the school year on a high note. Thank you in advance for your enthusiasm and dedication to making this back-to-school season a great success!
Before you can volunteer this school year, please:
1. Log in to or create your volunteer account, Anoka Middle School for the Arts Volunteer Application.
2. Update or complete your contact information, student information, and general interests.
3. Complete your Criminal Record History Release (CRHR) for the 2024-2025 school year.
The volunteer application and CRHR must be completed each school year for each school at which you’d like to volunteer.
Let’s all thrive together!
Studies show that parent involvement in class and school can improve student learning and overall school standards. According to the Southwest Educational Development Library, students with involved parents are more likely to have higher grades.
Anna Ives
Volunteer Services Coordinator
Anoka Middle School for the Arts
(763)506-5153
Volunteer Handbook - Manual Para Voluntarios - Safeguard Policy - Chaperone Guidelines
September
Cross Country- Grades 6-8 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday- Starts September 5
Boys Soccer- Grades 6-8 Monday-Thursday- Starts September 9
Girls Soccer- Grades 6-8 Monday-Thursday- Starts September 9
7/8th Girls Volleyball- Grade 7-8 Monday-Thursday- Starts September 9
Girls Tennis- Grades 6-8 Monday-Thursday- Starts September 9
Co-Ed Flag Football- Grades 6-8 Tuesday and Thursday- Starts September 10
October
6th Girls Volleyball- Grade 6 Monday- Thursday Starts October 21
Enrichment
September
D&D Adventure- Grades 6-8 Wednesdays- Starts September 11
Beginning Guitar- 5:30pm Grades 5-8 Wednesday/Thursday Starts September 11
Basic Guitar- 6:45pm Grades 5-8 Wednesday/Thursdays Starts September 11
Advanced Guitar 8:00pm Grades 5-8 Wednesday/Thursday Starts September 11
Cooking 101- Grades 6-8 Thursdays Starts September 19
October
D&D Mini Campaign- Grades 6-8 Wednesdays- Starts October 23
Fencing- Grades 6-8 Thursdays- Starts October 24
Scholarships are available upon request. Contact Stefanie Nelson in Community Education.
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