Johnsville Elementary School

10/26/2026

Read the latest column from Anoka-Hennepin School District Superintendent Greg Cole to learn a simple secret to ensuring your student’s academic success. (Spoiler alert: It doesn’t involve hours of homework or study plans!)

A column from Superintendent Greg Cole.

10/21/2026

Students need to ATTEND school to ACHIEVE in school. Anoka-Hennepin Schools aims to share attendance resources and tips with families to support student success.

Why it matters: The more involved students are in school, the more likely they are to enjoy and want to attend school.

Students who attend school 95% of the time are:
•More likely to be on track to graduate on time. ⌛
•Do better in reading and math. 📚
•Are less likely to fail a class. ⭐
•Are more likely to have the credits needed to graduate. 🎓

Families can make a difference: We can all work together to support students. Consider how you can help:

•🎒Teach your child to organize their clothes, lunch and books for school the night before, so they are prepared in the morning.
• 🎭 Encourage your child to participate in before- or after-school activities. Students who are involved at school usually enjoy school more and are more likely to want to attend each day.
• 🩺 Schedule non-emergency health and dental appointments outside of school hours; and schedule vacations for days your children don’t have school.
•📅 If you know your child needs to miss school, contact the office as soon as possible to coordinate plans as soon as possible.

✅ Get information about attendance policies and explore resources online at ahschools.us/attendtoachieve.

10/20/2026

Make three Thanksgiving themed treats in this fun and delicious class! After school on Wednesday, Nov 18. Register at https://bit.ly/485zTQz.

10/14/2026

🍁🍂 Cooler fall weather and even cooler youth activities! Anoka-Hennepin Community Education offers a variety of enrichment classes and recreational activities for students. Classes are offered after school, in the evening and over the weekend. See what’s available: https://app.smore.com/n/gr896.

10/07/2026

Superintendent of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, Greg Cole, has a background in teaching. ICYMI: He also writes regular columns for parents of students!

"As your new superintendent, I want parents and guardians to know that we should do as much as we can together to make school fun and meaningful for your student.

The research is clear that possibly the best thing students can do to increase their confidence, reduce anxiety, and improve their engagement in ANY class is to be an active reader. Reading anything fun each day is the best way to start.

Reading is weightlifting for the brain. It is a powerful activity that only requires a library card and books that are fun to read and easy to see lying around in your home.

You don’t need to start with the classics. Keep it fun and give it time. If your child hasn’t been a reader until now, that’s okay. Like many things, changing habits takes time. Small actions, taken each day, have a profound effect over time."

Read the full column and his invitation to families for this school year:

A column from Superintendent Greg Cole.

10/06/2026

Family representation is needed at Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings for the upcoming school year from families with students of all age levels - including early childhood, elementary, middle school, high school, and transition-aged students - with a full continuum of student disabilities. The focus of meetings is driven by parents' interests and resources that benefit all families of students served in special education.

👋 Join SEAC for its first meeting of the year this Thursday, Oct. 8 from 6-7 p.m. at the Educational Service Center in Anoka.

❓What it is: SEAC (pronounced “seek”) is comprised of parents/guardians of students in the district who receive Special Education services.

🩷 Why it matters: The intent of SEAC is to advise the school district on parent involvement, current issues, program development and established department priorities. The council serves as a resource and an advisory council for special education programs in the district.

View the full schedule of meetings for the year and how to get involved:

The focus and work of the group is driven by parents' interest in projects and resources that benefit all families of students served in special education.

09/30/2026

Join us for an introduction to cheerleading. Campers will learn several cheers with focus on body control, jumping, proper hand movements. Emphasis will be placed on sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive attitude! Wednesday evenings starting October 28. Grades K-5. Register at https://bit.ly/4jhwPaW.

09/23/2026

Try something new! Anoka-Hennepin Community Education offers a variety of enrichment classes and recreational activities for students. Classes are offered after school, in the evening and over the weekend. See what’s available: https://app.smore.com/n/8avpk.

09/08/2026

Happy first week of school! staff are excited to welcome students for the 2026-27 school year. Use in your back to school photos and stay tuned to school and district social media pages for snapshots from schools across the district this week.

View details about back-to-school information on the school district website at ahschools.us/bts - including school picture day information, school supply lists, conference days and more.

09/03/2026

Students still needing enrollment support are encouraged to attend an Enrollment Center open house event from 3 - 7 p.m. TODAY at the Educational Service Center (2727 N. Ferry Street, Anoka). Families in attendance can try riding a school bus together around the neighborhood, and receive backpacks, school supplies and other resources. (Available for families in need.)

Learn more about enrollment timelines prior to the 2026-27 school year:

To ensure schools are ready to support all students in attendance on the first day of school (Sept. 8 and 9), all student’s paperwork must be fully processed by Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. (noon). Support is available for families with enrollment, however, enrolling after this deadline mea...