Cyclone Chronicles
November 22, 2023
It's time for the annual AMSA Food Drive.
AMSA is partnering with Anoka Christmas Committee to help those in need in our local community by collecting food November 29 - December 7.
Although each day will feature a specific "high need" item, any and all non-perishable food donations are welcome.
(W) 11/29: Cereal & Oatmeal
(Th) 11/30: Peanut Butter
(F) 12/1: Dish Soap & Hand Soap
(M) 12/4: Canned Meats
(Tu) 12/5: Boxed Dinners/ Boxed Potatoes
(W) 12/6: Pasta & Pasta Sauce
(Th) 12/7: Ketchup
Drop off donations:
FM: Connections Classes
WA: Main Office
This November, young adult literature author, Mila Velimirovich, presented a writer's workshop to Mrs. Fox's 7th grade ELA class. After introducing her fantasy novel Orianna's Legacy, Ms. Velimirovich led students through the adventure of creating their own characters, setting, and the beginning lines of their own stories.
SAVE THE DATES
BAND CONCERTS
- December 12 Cyclone Band Level 1 @ 6:15 pm, Tornado Band Level 1 @ 7:15 pm
- December 14 Level 2, 3/4, Jazz @ 7:00pm.
CHOIR CONCERTS
- December 21 @ 6:30 Level 1 @ 7:30 Level 2 - 4
ORCHESTRA AND DANCE CONCERTS WILL HAPPEN IN JANUARY
ATTENDANCE REMINDERS
Reporting an Absence
Parents/Guardians should call the MAIN OFFICE LINE (763-506-5000) to get directed to either Washington (6th grade campus) or Fred Moore (7th /8th grade campus) or log into the ParentVue app to report any absence, late arrival.
Picking up Students During the School Day
Please call as early as possible the day the student will be picked up. We request at least an hour prior. If we have prior notification the student will be able to stop at their locker prior to coming to the office where they can wait for pickup. We understand emergencies happen in which case we also ask you to be patient with us while we locate your student for pick up.
Remember Your Photo ID
When picking up a student, please remember to bring a photo ID. You will not be allowed in the building without a physical photo ID (a picture of it on your phone will NOT be accepted). Our security system requires a photo ID that can be inserted and scanned into the system. To ensure the safety of your student, we need to verify the person that is here to pick up your student is someone with permission.
Someone Other Than Parent/Guardian Picking Up Your Student
If someone other than the parent/guardian will be picking up the student from school, parent/guardian will need to notify the office in writing, phone, or through the ParentVue app prior to the release of the student. Remind them to bring their photo ID.
Family Vacations
If your student will be out for multiple days due to a vacation, please contact the attendance secretary prior to leaving. It is the responsibility of the student to connect with the teacher for any homework/tests that they will be missing during their absence. When planning vacations, please take note of testing days during the trimester. It is important for your child's learning and grades that students maintain good attendance.
Automated Phone Calls
If a student is out for any reason and we are not notified, there is an automated phone call that will be sent out notifying you of the student's absence. The student will be marked unverified until we hear from the parent/guardian explaining the absence.
This link has directions on how to log in to ParentVue:
Check out our Libraries!
Access eBooks and digital audiobooks in our AMSA MackinVia digital library (available in the app store of any device and in student’s RapidIdentity) Click here for step by step instructions on how to access your MackinVia account.
AMSA Destiny Library
Destiny "How-to" link:
Book Recommendation
The Barren Grounds by David A. Robertson
Narnia meets traditional Indigenous stories of the sky and constellations in this first book of the Misewa series, an epic middle-grade fantasy from award-winning author David Robertson.
Our Black Friday Sale is here! This week only, save 20% on custom tees, hoodies, beanies, backpacks and more with code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout. No minimum purchase required.
Interested in signing up for the Washington D.C. trip for next year? All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are invited.
* The dates are Thursday, May 2 - Sunday, May 5, 2024.
* For more information, please contact Ms. Michalski or Ms. O'Gorman at the Washington Campus
Sign up today for the trip of a lifetime!
Anoka Middle School for the Arts Volunteer Program
Want to be the first to know about school events & opportunities?
Both Campuses
Filling out your forms does not commit you to volunteering, it only puts you on the
list to receive event information.
FACS Class
Both Campuses
Trimester 1 - ends November 30th
Do you know how to thread a sewing machine or wind a bobbin?
Fred Moore Campus
Trimester 1 - ends November 30th
The Science Department is requesting classroom donations.
Fred Moore Campus
Trimester 1 - ends November 30th
The SPED Department is requesting classroom donations.
Fred Moore Campus
Thursday, November 30th from 5:30-8:00pm Dance from 6:00-7:30pm
AMSA’s Community Ed department is seeking adult and student volunteers to help make
our fall dance a success. The title translated is "I love to dance" in Hmong and Spanish.
Washington Campus
Runs through January 10th
Science 6 students are learning about the moon's phases
and is requesting donations for their upcoming lab.
Washington Campus
Trimester 2 - ends November March 8th
Do you have extra school supplies laying around your house? The SPED Department is requesting school supply donations.
Art Department Donation Request
Washington Campus
The Art Department is seeking ice cream buckets with lids for their classroom. These buckets will be used to keep clay projects from drying out.
Fred Moore Campus - Cafeteria
Wednesdays starting November 1st and runs until May 29th from 3:05-5:00 PM
Take attendance, hand out snacks, oversee light cleanup.
Volunteers are welcome to run games if interested.
This is a great opportunity for high school students seeking
volunteer hours after school.
Anoka High School
Saturday, February 10th
The Fair consists of students in grades K-12 presenting the findings of their research and experimentation to the public. With well over 2,000 students involved, this Fair is the largest of its kind in the entire State.
In order for this Fair to work, we need community members to be volunteers and/or
judges at the Fair. Prospective judges do not need science or math backgrounds. We provide training for all of the judges. We are looking for responsible adults who are willing to give something back to the community. Your job as a judge is to talk with students about their projects and give them feedback.
The first of three Parent Engage 360 events will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coon Rapids High School auditorium and will feature author and co-founder of TILL360 Joe Beckman. Beckman is an engaging and dynamic speaker who combines humor, authenticity, heart, and soul that will help attendees find self-worth, resilience, confidence, joy, and human connection. Beckman is the author of Just Look Up: Five Life-Saving Phrases Every Kid Human Needs to Hear. Attendees at this event have the chance to win one of four free copies of Beckman’s book. Register for the event (registration is not required, but helps with planning). Parent Engage 360 forum events are offered both in-person and in virtual formats and are free and open to the public.
Interested in Volunteering or Donating?
Fill out your paperwork now so you will be ready if you decide to volunteer. Go directly to the volunteer forms by following this link to the volunteer forms or contact Volunteer Services for further assistance. When you sign up you will be sent weekly event opportunities.
Interpreter Services available upon request for volunteers.
For this service, please contact Volunteer Services three days prior to volunteering.
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FREE training being offered this year for PTO, Booster club and Nonprofit leadership
Educational Service Center, 2727 N. Ferry Street Anoka, MN 55303 - Erling D
Register for this free training below
In-person Math Plus or Challenge Reading Training Registration
“No one in this world is more cherished than someone who lightens the burden of another.”
- Joseph Addison
Arrin LaFreniere
Anoka Middle School for the Arts
Volunteer Services Coordinator
(763)506-5153
WASHINGTON CAMPUS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Media - John Ochanda
FCS - Natalie Thell
Dance - Riley Gregory
Orchestra - Alexander Riga
EL - Jayden Muindi
SPed - Freddy Feng
ELA - Ivan Keolaphan
ELA - Emma Underbakke
Science - Sena Aman
Science - Ja'Shaun Crocker
MN Studies - Hannah Budnick
MN Studies - Everett Revering
Art - Audrey Dupre
Get involved in Community Education
Community Education is offering some great opportunities for students. Follow the links to sign up.Community Education Offering: Sign up today using the links
Cooking 101 Starts November 29th
Winter Yearbook Club Starts December 5th
Skateboard Art Starts December 12th
Ski and Snowboarding Club Starts December 15th
School Dance- Thursday, November 30th 6p-7:30p Fred Moore Campus
Registration opens November 1st
All students MUST be registered by Friday, November 24th
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