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June 7, 2026 - Issue 20

JUNE - LGBTQ+ Pride Month

9 8th Grade End of Year Valley Fair Field Trip
10 Last day of school for students
10 6th & 7th Grade End of Year Field Trips
10 8th Grade Completion Ceremony
11 Teacher Record Keeping Day

SEPTEMBER

3 Welcome Back Open House 3:30-6:00pm

8 First Day of School

Stay in the know. Check our Anthony Events Calendar often.

As we wrap up another incredible school year, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our students, staff, and families for making this year so memorable.

To our students—thank you for your hard work, resilience, creativity, and the many ways you contributed to our school community. Your energy, growth, and accomplishments made Anthony Middle School a special place each day.

To our staff—thank you for your dedication, care, and commitment to supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. Your passion and teamwork continue to make a lasting impact.

To our families—thank you for your partnership, encouragement, and support throughout the year. Your collaboration plays an important role in our students’ success.

We are proud of all we have accomplished together and look forward to continuing to build a strong, connected Anthony community. Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and well-deserved summer break!

Sincerely,

Principal Vue

Note: This will be the last Panther Post Newsletter of the school year until August 2026.

Anthony Middle School is proud to celebrate and congratulate Ms. Annie Ellingham on an incredible 36-year career serving Minneapolis students!

Annie has dedicated her entire teaching career to middle school social studies, beginning at Franklin Middle School, where she taught for 14 years before joining the Anthony Middle School community. For the past 22 years, Annie has shared her passion for history, learning, and civic engagement with generations of Anthony students.

A proud graduate of Minneapolis West High School, Annie’s commitment to Minneapolis Public Schools extends beyond her classroom. Her own daughters are graduates of Minneapolis South High School, making education and community a true family tradition.

Throughout her career, Annie has been a steady presence for students and colleagues alike—bringing knowledge, kindness, curiosity, and a deep belief in the potential of young people. Her impact can be seen in the countless students she has taught, encouraged, and inspired.

Please join us in celebrating Ms. Annie Ellingham and thanking her for 36 years of dedication, service, and care for Minneapolis students. We are grateful for the lasting legacy she has created at Anthony Middle School and beyond.

Transportation has been contacting guardians to ensure your student has a bus next year. Here is the link to the survey they are sending out - Transportation Survey SY2026-27.

If you like what you have for transportation, you do not need to make changes. If you need a change, you can submit until July 31, 2026 using: My Ride K-12 - Minneapolis Public School District

Hello Panther Families!

Thank you for a wonderful family day! Anthony Choirs enjoyed performing for all who attended.

It has been a wonderful year of music making. Some highlights of this year include our "Fall Turns to Winter" concert in December, Minneapolis All District Choir and Southwest Bridging Day in the winter, and a wonderful production of Matilda, as well as our "Songs of Hope" concert in the spring.

Thank you for another wonderful year of choir at Anthony; I hope everyone has a restful summer!

Coach Henning

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"How did it get so late so soon? It's night before it's afternoon. December is here before it's June. My goodness how the time has flewn. How did it get so late so soon?"- Dr. Seus

Spring break seems like a lifetime ago but also like it was yesterday. In MN studies, 6th graders are working on their final projects. They are using their source analysis skills by using the E.S.C.A.P.E. method to determine if sources are reliable while picking a social justice topic that interests them.

8th grade World Studies has similarly gone by in a whirlwind. Students recently finished their unit on Asia by taking the challenging Asia Quiz. We then briefly focused on Antarctica before moving on to our final unit: Oceania.

I want to congratulate our 8th graders who are moving on to high school and to all of our students for making it through a challenging year. I would also like to shout out our courageous staff for all of your hard work, resilience, and dedication.

Adrien Lemay

Social Studies and English Second Language Teacher

Please join us for the next Garden Clean-up Day on June 14th from 9:30-12! Tools are provided and no gardening experience is necessary (really!).

The Anthony gardening team has new coordinators! Kate Wahoske (kate.wahoske@gmail.com) and Elisa Flynn (elisa.j.flynn@gmail.com) are Anthony and Kenny parents who will be taking over for Kim Richards who has done an amazing job taking care of the gardens over the past two years. If you would like to be included on future gardening email lists please reach out to either of our emails above. We look forward to meeting you and gardening together!

Please note that it is perfectly okay if you and your child are unable to attend the Open House on September 3.

The first week of school is considered a "transition week." On the first day of school, which is September 8, students will spend the entire day with their Advisory group, learning more about Anthony through a school tour, team-building activities, and opportunities to get to know one another.

Any required forms may be submitted during the first week of school.

Stay tuned for additional information coming in August!

Next Year’s 7th and 8th Graders (current 6th and 7th grade students): Be sure to order your school supplies today before summer begins and it slips your mind!

School supply order link: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/55293

A huge shout-out to Tanya Orstad and Claire Bryan, along with our incredible teachers and parent volunteers, for creating such a memorable dance celebration to send our students off to high school!

If you're interested in leading or helping with next year's 8th Grade Dance, please reach out to AnthonyPTA23@gmail.com.

Enjoy a few snapshots from this special evening!

Please follow this link to understand the detailed attendance plan. Attendance: How To Document

Leaving Early?

If your student is leaving early, fill out the google form or write a note, tell your student to come to the Main Office before school and we will issue a green pass. When it is time for your student to leave, they are allowed to sign themselves out and meet you outside.

If your student is coming late, you can drop them at Door 1 and we will buzz them in. They will sign themselves in and we will issue them a pink pass to get into class. A guardian will not need to come into the school to sign the student in. A guardian will need to send a note or fill out the google form to make the absence excused.

If your student is feeling ill during the school day, they should ask to go to the Health Office so they can be evaluated. The nursing staff will communicate with the student's guardians based on the student's needs.

Breakfast and lunch will continue to be free for students this school year.

Principal: Mai Chang Vue

Associate Principal/Athletic Director: Dempsey Miller

Phone: (612) 668-3240

Attendance: Anthony Attendance Form

Secretary: Annie Smith

Transportation Coordinator: Jacob Moreno

District Transportation: (612) 668-2300

Address: 5757 Irving Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419

Facebook: facebook.com/AnthonyMiddleSchool/
Instagram: @mps.anthonymiddle

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