Welcome back!
ANOKA-HENNEPIN SCHOOLS 2018-19
Under construction, more
than just our buildings
As the school year begins it will become
noticeable that many of our school buildings
are under construction. This will be most
evident at high schools where buildings are
receiving projects to increase safety and
security, provide space and maintain quality
facilities for learning.
This is just the start of a four-year construction
cycle that will impact every one of our schools
as part of the Fit for the Future plan. More
than two years since it began, we are now
entering the implementation phase, however
Fit for the Future projects are not the only
thing under construction in Anoka-Hennepin
schools.
Concerns regarding growing class size in
core subject areas across the district will
be addressed this year through the addition
of 60 classroom teachers. Curriculum to
strengthen elementary English language arts
and middle school reading programs will
be added, along with a continued focus on
secondary math. Special education and
talent development program improvements
are both forging ahead, supported with time
and resources.
When you see construction vehicles on the
school sites, keep in mind our goal for our
classrooms, and in our school system, is to
be on a mission of continuous improvement.
The programming and curriculum offered in
our schools is also under constant develop-
ment. Through all of this effort, we remain
committed to providing a safe and welcoming
learning environment.
We ask for your patience and understanding
with school construction as a framework for
improved learning is formed, and our work
to provide an excellent education for all
continues.
Sincerely,
SCHOOL STARTS TUESDAY, SEPT. 4, 2018.
OPEN HOUSE DATES
The following are scheduled dates for back-to-school open
houses. Please check with your child’s school for specific times.
Elementary schools – Wednesday, Aug. 29
Middle schools – Tuesday, Aug. 28
High schools, RTLC – Wednesday, Aug. 29
STEP – Tuesday, Aug. 28
• Meet your teachers.
• Find your classrooms.
• Find your locker.
• Follow your schedule.
• Learn strategies for managing
time and school work.
• See old friends and make
new ones.
For more information, visit ahschools.us/bts
David Law
Superintendent
ahschools.us