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Anoka-Hennepin Schools 2727 N Ferry St. Anoka, MN 55303 www.anoka.k12.mn.us If requested, this newsletter will be provided in an alternative format for individuals with disabilities or in another language for individuals whose primary language is not English. A minimum of three days notice is needed. Please call the Family Welcome Center at 763-506-7928 to request an alternate format or language. Volume 28, Number 3 Focus is a service for residents of Anoka-Hennepin School District 11 published to keep them informed about the investment in their public schools and students. The AnokaHennepin School District serves more than 39,000 students and a population of 248,650 residents in 13 communities: Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Coon Rapids, Dayton, Fridley, Ham Lake, Nowthen, Oak Grove and Ramsey. Communication and Public Relations Department Mary Olson, director Kay Pavel, assistant director Derrick Williams, communication specialist Courtney Markuson, communication assistant Marie Stockinger, department secretary Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Anoka, Minnesota Permit No. 40 Board Chair Tom Heidemann District 1: Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Ramsey 763-506-4795 Clerk Scott Wenzel District 5: Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, western Coon Rapids, Fridley 763-433-4151 Vice Chair Marci Anderson District 2: Blaine, Coon Rapids 763-433-4150 Director Jeff Simon District 6: southwestern Andover, eastern Coon Rapids 763-506-7742 Director Bill Harvey District 3: Champlin, Coon Rapids, Dayton 763-506-7743 A NOKA -H ENNEPIN S CHOOL B OARD Treasurer Michael Sullivan District 4: Andover, Ham Lake, Nowthen, Oak Grove, Ramsey 763-506-5847 Elected officials are listed here by the Anoka-Hennepin School District for informational purposes only. Superintendent – Dennis L. Carlson 763-506-1001 [email protected] D I S T R I C T S C H O O L H E N N E P I N - “I hope to change the world one child at a time,” said Carroll. ■ Indian Education academic student advisor ” - Mary Beth Elhardt, A N O K A Elhardt’s greatest words of advice for Carroll as she begins her new adventure, “Always hold your head up high. You’re going to do great things,” said Elhardt. In school, Carroll is part of the symphonic band. She’s enjoyed the relationships that have grown as a result of her experience. Carroll plans to study dependency counseling or child psychology in college, however, she’s still looking for her school of choice. Carroll is excited most about studying abroad and volunteering for the local communities she visits. “ Make Anoka-Hennepin part of your social media www.facebook.com/ anokahennepin www.twitter.com/ ahschools www.youtube.com/ anokahennepin T Indian Education Advisor Mary Beth Elhardt and student Gabriella Carroll, winner of a prestigious Gates Millenium scholarship “This is where I’ve met a lot of my friends,” said Carroll. Thus far, Carroll’s favorite memory of high school is being part of Link Crew, where she’s been able to help incoming freshmen get acquainted with their new surroundings. Since Carroll was a second grader at Monroe Elementary, Elhardt has supported Carroll’s academic and social needs as part of the Indian Education program (Carroll’s family roots are Anishinaabe). It was Elhardt who suggested Carroll apply for the scholarship. “It’s been amazing being with Mary Beth this entire time,” said Carroll. “I’ve never felt that a school educator has cared as much about me as Mary Beth. She’s helped me grow as a person.” “All my dreams are coming true,” said Carroll. As part of the Gates Millennium program Carroll can attend any U.S. college or university of her choice with all expenses paid through graduation. She is the first CPHS student to receive such an honor and will be the first in her family to attend a post-secondary school. “I’ve seen her grow,” said Mary Beth Elhardt, Indian Education academic student advisor. “She is a bright star – a brilliant supernova.” he sky is the limit for senior Gabriella Carroll at Champlin Park High School (CPHS). She continues to hold a high grade-point average while taking rigorous courses in Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate, she volunteers with both her school and church, and best of all, she’s one of a thousand students across the nation to be selected as a Gates Millennium Scholar this year. “She worked really hard to get here,” said Elhardt. A lot of Carroll’s activities center around teaching young people. At her church in St. Paul, Carroll leads weekly activities for the children that attend. She also plans to volunteer at Camp Dellwater in Bemidji this summer, where she will help young children choose routes different than their parents who have alcohol dependency problems. “I love working with children,” said Carroll. Always hold your head up high. You’re going to do great things. Elaine Guse, graphic designer, Print Shop and Design Department Deb Sakry Lande, community contributor Anoka-Hennepin School District 2727 N Ferry St. Anoka, MN 55303 763-506-1000 Visit our website at www.anoka.k12.mn.us Anoka-Hennepin Independent School District, in compliance with current state and federal statutes and regulations and in recognition of its obligation to provide equal opportunity for education for all persons within its jurisdiction, affirms that it will not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, status in regard to public assistance, marital status, parental status or disability in the following areas: access to course offering, curricular materials; counseling practices; extra curricular activities; athletics; use of school facilities. It is the policy of the Anoka-Hennepin School District to provide a free and appropriate public education to all students with disabilities within its jurisdiction, regardless of the type of handicap or its severity. Students who are disabled consistent with the definitio