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Dear Anthony Families,
We are aware that occasionally absence calls and emails are going out related to Period 25. This period is designated for after school and special project classes and does not affect your student's school record. If you report an absence to the school and you still receive a call or email for Period 25, please disregard. We apologize if this has caused concern.
Thank You.
As part of the School Transformation resolution passed by the Minneapolis Public School Board in December of 2023, a Community Engagement project is gathering feedback on parent and caregiver priorities for the district. This survey follows a review of data collected from the last ten years in order to confirm previously identified priorities and determine additional areas of consideration moving forward.
Thank you for taking the time to help MPS understand what is most important for your student(s) and family.
Link to complete the survey: MPS Caregiver Priorities Survey
Students in choir have been working very hard; all students have been developing their ability to sight-read music and improve their music literacy skills. Choirs have also started working on music for our spring concert which is taking place on April 22nd.
6th graders are learning “Rainbow Connection” and “How Far I’ll Go,” while 7th and 8th graders have started learning “Danny Boy” and “Bonse Aba.” In February we will focus our attention on Black composers as we learn “We Shall Overcome” and “Everlasting Melody.”
8th graders and Honors Choir members are preparing to visit Southwest High School for the Bridging Day field trip, and are looking forward to getting a sneak peek of High School Choir.
Music at Anthony is thriving and students continue to blow me away with their creativity, musicality, and team efforts.
How can we get our 600+ missing books back?!
This is where YOU can help! Look under the bed. Check those bookshelves. Search the car.
If the book is still needed, swing by the Media Center and let us know.
We promise not to yell at you!!
If you find a book from elementary school, we will take that too! We can get them back to their homes.
Don’t forget about books checked out from teachers!
Welcome to this issue’s Volunteer Corner!
Anthony History Day:
On Thursday February 13th, Anthony History Day will showcase students sharing their websites, papers, documentaries, performances, and exhibits revolving around the theme of "Rights & Responsibilities in History". We need MANY volunteer judges (140 slots) to talk with the students about their projects so please sign-up for a shift or two. This is a great opportunity not only for parents but for interested grandparents, aunts, uncles & others in your child's life who enjoys history & a peek into middle school projects.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B49A8A62CA0F49-54311717-history
Plan ahead - get these dates on your calendar for volunteering and supporting important Anthony events!
7th Grade History Day - February 13th (see above)
Black Excellence Night - February 20th
Pi Day - March 14th
8th Grade Model UN - March 21st
Anthony Family Day - May 22nd
Any questions about volunteering can be directed to Kelsey Tritabaugh at ktritabaugh@gmail.
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In the event of inclement weather or other reasons, Anthony Middle School will not transition to Distance Learning unless there have been two (2) prior school closures due to weather conditions. Starting on the third severe weather closure, Anthony Middle School will implement a Distance Learning Day, and families will be notified accordingly. This is determined by district leaders at Minneapolis Public Schools, not at the individual schools.
For more information:
WHAT IS NEEDED
- Any device (phone, tablet, ipad, computer, laptop)
- If your child does not have access to any of the above devices, please complete a Chromebook Permission Form and turn it into Ms. Nevers in the media center who will then issue your child a Chromebook.
WHAT IS EXPECTED
On Distance Learning day, all Anthony students would log onto Google Classroom for Advisory + each of their classes. In each Google Classroom, do two things:
- Answer the attendance question for each class by 3:00pm.
- Complete the assigned learning activity posted (teachers would have reviewed this in class).
WHAT TO KNOW
- Teachers will post lessons/activities for students to complete prior to the start of the school day by 8:40am.
TEACHER/STAFF OFFICE HOURS
- Teachers/Staff will have open office hours available via Google Meets and will also respond to emails and messages from students.
- Office hours are from 8:40-9:30am and 1:00-1:45pm
- Go to meet.google.com and enter the meet nickname: AnthonyTeacherLastName (example: AnthonyDeering)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Throughout the school day, if you have questions you may contact your teacher through email or you can arrange to set up a separate Google Meet time if needed. Be sure to reach out so you get the help you need!
Anthony Staff Directory: https://anthony.mpschools.org/about/staff-directory
Contact Info
Attendance Line: (612) 668-3271
District Transportation: (612) 668-2300
Secretary: Annie Smith
Office Assistant: Julie RobertsonPrincipal: Mai Chang Vue
Associate Principal/Athletic Director: Dempsey Miller
Website: anthony.mpschools.org/
Address: 5757 Irving Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Phone: (612) 668-3240
Facebook: facebook.com/AnthonyMiddleSchool/
Instagram: @mps.anthonymiddle