News and events

October 23, 2026

We are excited to share a potential new opportunity for students at Coon Rapids Middle School! We are working toward bringing HOSA – Future Health Professionals – to our middle school to help students explore careers in healthcare, develop leadership skills, and gain valuable experiences.

What is HOSA?

HOSA is an international, student-led organization that helps students explore careers in healthcare and medicine. It provides opportunities to develop teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. HOSA is not just for students who want to become doctors or nurses. It introduces students to many different careers in the medical field.

What Would Students Do in HOSA?

Our goal is to make HOSA an engaging and educational experience. Some activities we hope to offer include:

• Fun, hands-on activities related to healthcare and science.

• Learning about different medical careers and their responsibilities.

• Leadership opportunities and team-building activities.

• Mentorship and activities with high school HOSA members.

• Community service projects and opportunities to help others.

• Exploring HOSA competitions and conferences when available.

Why Bring HOSA to Middle School?

Introducing HOSA at an earlier age gives students the opportunity to discover their interests before entering high school. It can help students build confidence, develop friendships, and gain skills that will benefit them throughout their education.

Students do not need previous medical knowledge or experience to be interested in HOSA. We want to create a welcoming environment where students can learn, ask questions, and explore new opportunities.

How Can Students Get Involved?

We are currently exploring the possibility of bringing HOSA to Coon Rapids Middle School and would love to hear from interested students and families. Additional information about meeting times, activities, and participation will be shared as plans are finalized.

We hope to make HOSA a fun and meaningful experience for students interested in learning more about healthcare and leadership.

I appreciate your support!

INTEREST FORM

Sincerely,
Coon Rapids High School HOSA

A huge thank you to those who contributed snacks for our teachers during parent-teacher conference night last week! Thank you for your continued kindness and support!

Important Information: Early Bird Order Deadline: December 31st, 2026

Price: $20
Distribution: Yearbooks will be delivered to students at the end of May.
Don’t miss out—guarantee a copy for your student by ordering today!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jon Moberg at jonathan.moberg@ahschools.us
Thank you for supporting Coon Rapids Middle School!

Warm regards,

Jon Moberg
CRMS Yearbook Advisor

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and supported our Fall Scholastic Book Fair! Your purchases directly support our school by helping us buy new books for the library and classroom collections.

In-School Fair Ends: Friday morning
Online Shopping Open Until: November 2nd

Missed the in-person fair? You can still shop online using this link.

Anoka County, the City of Coon Rapids, and Anoka-Hennepin Schools are partnering on a comprehensive plan to improve pedestrian safety along Northdale Boulevard at Coon Rapids High School.

Why It Matters This crosswalk serves as the main daily pathway connecting students, staff, families, and community members to the school building, parking areas, stadium, and athletic fields. Because so many students cross this busy corridor before and after school and during evening events, establishing a safe, permanent solution is a top priority for our entire school community. Ongoing pedestrian safety concerns along Northdale Boulevard at Coon Rapids High School have brought Anoka County, City of Coon Rapids and Anoka-Hennepin staff together to form an long-term action plan for pedestrian safety at this location.

Action Plan & Next Steps Building on $458,000 in state-funded Safe Routes to School improvements completed in 2023 (which added flashing beacons, school zone signage, enhanced lighting, and crosswalk realignment), project partners have agreed on two key phases:

• Short-Term Plan: The city and county are working on immediate solutions to slow traffic and alert drivers to the pedestrian crossing spaces crossing Northdale Boulevard.

• Long-Term Plan: Developing a permanent solution to eliminate the street-level crossing entirely, safely separating pedestrian traffic from vehicles.

Daily safety support will continue through the Coon Rapids Police Department and Anoka-Hennepin crossing guards. Additional updates will be shared as detailed plans are finalized.

CRMS will be hosting its annual Veterans Day Program on November 11, 2026, at 8:25 am. All CRMS community Veterans are welcome to attend. It’s a great event to honor our Veterans and showcase our student work supporting this day. You’ll hear student speakers and essays, along with our band, choir, and orchestra students. We also have a special guest keynote speaker as well! Also, if you are a Parent/Guardian of a student who is involved in the event (essays, band, choir, or orchestra), we are inviting you to attend as well. Please see this invitation and fill out the form (link is in the invite) to reserve your spot! Call CRMS, or email Assistant Principal Travis VanOverbeke (travis.vanoverbeke@ahschools.us) with any questions. Hoping for a great turnout…see you there!

Winter sports season is right around the corner and the Coon Rapids Alpine Ski team is looking for student athletes grades 7th-12th who want to try something new and embrace the MN snowy winter! You have until November 23rd to register.
There will be an informational parent meeting on October 27th at 6:00 PM in the CRHS front entrance conference room.
Check out our website for more information here.
Please contact lauren.green@ahschools.us with any questions!