December News & Events

December 1, 2025

Hello Eisenhower Families,

What we know to be true is that consistent and ample rest is needed for each of us to function at our best. Understanding that our children are growing physically, emotionally and intellectually every single day, it is even more important that they get good rest each night. A busy mom myself, I know how tricky bedtime can be. One thing I have found to be extremely helpful with my own children is to follow a consistent bedtime routine that encourages and supports a healthy sleep schedule. If you are interested in routine ideas, please, feel free to reach out to our parenting partner, Elizabeth Korzenowski at Elizabeth.Korzenowski@ahschools.us.

Countless research has been conducted relating to the impact of screen time on sleep patterns. What we know to be true is that it is best to limit and monitor student screentime in general. In addition, shutting down devices at least 30-60 minutes prior to bedtime is supportive of healthier sleep patterns as it allows time for our children to wind down and prepare their minds for sleep. A great alternate activity for students to engage in before bed is reading as it calms the mind and supports a healthy vocabulary.

Dependent upon age of students, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) recommends the follows hours of sleep per night:

Infants 0-3 months: 14-17 hours, including naps

Infants 4-12 months: 12-16 hours, including naps

Toddlers 1-2 years: 11-14 hours, including naps

Preschoolers 3-5 years: 10-13 hours, including naps

School-age 6-13 years: 9-12 hours

Teens 14-17 years: 8-10 hours

Thank you for helping ensure students get plenty of rest so they can be the best version of themselves each day. We truly appreciate your support and your partnership!

Principal DeRung

Real-time bus information through Versatrans My Stop

Anoka-Hennepin families can check where their bus is - live - through a transportation app called Versatrans My Stop. The app monitors regular school bus routes in real-time. Best of all, it's free for parents/guardians and students to use. More information and how to log in can be found HERE.

Elementary school report cards are available to view online only.

Elementary school report cards will be available online and will no longer be sent through postal mail or student’s backpacks. Families will be able to access report cards by viewing it on the ParentVUE mobile app or internet browser.

The switch to online report cards means that information is available to review at the conclusion of each trimester. Report cards are available to view December 5th. Parents, guardians and any person with educational rights to a student will be able to access the student’s report card online.

To ensure access to the report cards when available at the conclusion of Trimester 1, families are encouraged to make sure they have their login information now. Currently, report cards from last school year are available for viewing.

View ParentVUE on an internet browser:

• Login to ParentVUE.
• Select a student from the drop-down menu.

• Select and view the applicable report card from the ‘Documents’ window.

• The report card will open in a new tab where the capabilities to download or print will be available.

View from the ParentVUE app:

• Go to the AppStore or Google Play and search for the ParentVUE app.

• Enter your zip code when prompted, and select “Anoka-Hennepin School District” from the menu options.

• Confirm ‘yes’ and select ‘Already Activated,’ if prompted.

• Use login/password to login.

• Select a student from the student list.

• Select ‘Documents.’

• Select and view the applicable report card.

• Click the share button to save or share the PDF.

If you need assistance logging in or forgot your password, call 763-506-HELP (4357) or email 506help@ahschools.us. For questions about the report cards, please contact the main office at your child’s school.

We have accumulated quite a few items in the lost and found already. The student council is working hard to keep it organized for students. Please remind your child to look through it as we will donate items during winter break.

Drawlidays starts December 4 4-5 pm 3 weeks

Goodbye winter boredom, hello creativity! Turn your child’s love for art into something extraordinary this season! Our classes bring fresh, exciting projects. They’ll master facial expressions and imaginative storytelling, boosting their confidence and artistic talent. From holiday inspiration to everyday fun, there’s so much to discover - enroll your child now! Presented by Young Rembrandts

Click here to register for Drawlidays

Ceramic Holiday Tree meets December 9 4-5 pm 1 session

Looking for a fun and creative way to spend some time? Come on down and explore our selection of leftover holiday trees – not the green kind, but the ceramic kind! We have a variety of different ceramic tree styles and sizes for you to choose from.

Click here to register for Ceramic Holiday Tree

Holiday Ornaments meets December 16 4-5 pm 1 session

Join us for a holiday ornament making party! These beauties will make great keepsakes or holiday gifts!

Click here to register for Holiday Ornaments

Anna Heinrich

Community Education Programmer

(763)506-2312 (Eisenhower)

Is your student in need of any winter gear such as a coat, hat and/or gloves? If so, please fill out this google form from our social workers, Josie Gall and Nici Higby.

At this Holiday Season our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have contributed to the success of our school. In this spirit we sincerely would like to say THANK YOU and Best Wishes for the Holidays and a Happy New Year.

Volunteer Impact at Eisenhower
Total # of registered volunteers: 105

Total # of volunteer hours since school started: 417

Staff Holiday Treats - We thought it would be nice to have a little holiday treat for the wonderful staff here at Eisenhower. We could use some help from our great volunteers. The week before winter break we would like to set up a hot cocoa/coffee bar with holiday treats.

PTO Event Coordinators & Board Members 25/26 - Do you enjoy planning fun family friendly events. Our Eisenhower PTO is looking for event coordinators to help plan/organize and put on family events like Family Dance (2/13/26) Staff Conference Dinner (2/19/26) Bingo Night (4/17/26), Family Food Nights (monthly). Current open board member position: Vice-President

Kathrina DeKruyff-Glass

Volunteer Services Coordinator

Monday - Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Thursday 8:00 - noon

(Hours may vary)

kathrina.dekruyffglass@ahschools.us

763-506-2340

Volunteer Opportunities

Please dress your student for weather each day. Students will have outdoor recess most days unless the temperature is below zero and/or the windchill is 10 degrees below zero.

Where can I get information on school closings due to weather?

The district will share information about school closings in a variety of ways.

• Phone, text or email message from AHlert
• District and school websites
• District and school social media pages (e.g. Facebook, Instagram and Twitter)
• Media outlets including WCCO, KSTP, FOX 9, KARE 11, CCX Media, WCCO radio and Star Tribune newspaper

Parents/guardians can share online when their student is going to be absent or arriving late through the My Student Information app via A-HConnect or in the ParentVUE mobile app. You can still call the school absence line at 763-506-2306 and leave a message too. You only need to report an absence one way.

Report student absences daily prior to 10:30am to avoid receiving an unverified email and phone call.

This month's trait is EMPATHY. Students are learning to understand and connect to other people's feelings. Check in with your kids about what they have learned.

PTO Cafe Zuppa Fundraiser - Dec 17

No School - Winter Break Dec 24 - Jan 2

Eisenhower Calendar