News and events October 23, 2026

October 23, 2026

November 3: No School- Staff Professional Development

December 3: Last day of Trimester 1

December 4: No School- Grading Day

December 7: No School- Professional Development

CRHS will have a Late Start Monday morning this Monday (10/26). Below are some important details about Late Start Monday mornings at CRHS:

• Buses and transportation run normally on Late Start mornings. However, students who drive or get a ride do not have to be at school until their classes begin at 8:00am.

• Please allow extra time if arriving after 7:40am as traffic is often heavy due to CRMS arrival around the same time.

• Students who arrive early may complete homework, study, or socialize before school in supervised locations until class starts at 8:00am.

• After 7:30am, students may only enter through Door 1.

• CRHS will have Late Start Mondays mornings on 11/9, and 11/16.

Anoka-Hennepin schools will hold a professional development day for staff on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, which means that there will not be school for students. The professional development day on Election Day to mitigate any potential concerns about student safety and to minimize disruptions to learning.

• Review district calendars online at ahschools.us/calendar.
• View election day information, find your polling place and see a sample ballot at pollfinder.sos.mn.gov.
• Voting impacts in Anoka-Hennepin School District: While the Anoka-Hennepin School District has no questions on the ballot in 2026, ballots for voters in Anoka-Hennepin and across Minnesota will include a question that, if approved, would adjust the Minnesota Permanent School Fund to increase revenue for education without increasing property taxes. Read more about the impact.

Class of 2027 CRHS Seniors & Families- it's time to order your student's cap and gown by filling out the online form below. Here's the important information to know ahead of ordering:

• The form is due Monday, January 4 before 4 pm.
• When you order, you will need to provide student contact details along with accurate height and weight measurements to ensure proper fit.
• Find the order form here: Coon Rapids High School Cap and Gown Order Link.

As we get further into the trimester, it's time to check in with your student about their classes and progress. Here are a few helpful questions you could ask your child to get more information and review their attendance and grades in ParentVue or StudentVue.

Check-in Questions

• How is your attendance? Do you have any unexcused absences or tardies?
• Tell me about your grades and assignments so far. Do you have any missing assignments or assessments? Any upcoming assignments, projects, or assessments that are important?
• Are there any questions or issues where you could use help from your teacher?

Get ready for the winter season! Registration for all winter sports and activities is now open through ParentVUE.

• Activity & Coach Details: Visit the CRHS Activity Page to find specific activities and coach contact information.

• Registration Guides: Click HERE for full registration information and HERE for step-by-step instructions.

• Sports Physical Requirement: A current sports physical must be turned in prior to registration. Physicals must have been completed within the last 3 years and remain valid through the end of the winter season.

• Download the Sports Physical Form.

• Email completed physicals or questions to elyse.george@ahschools.us (or drop them off in the Activities Office).

Your child’s school pictures are now available! To review them, please follow these steps:

• To view them online, please log in to your account at mylifetouch.com. You'll need your student’s ID number to access their photos.
• For 10% off your order, enter code 2610Off
• If you don’t have an account yet, you can create one using your email address.

Attention CRHS Students- all students parking at CRHS during the school day must have a valid student parking permit. Parking permits are available throughout the 2026-2027 school year while supplies last. The cost is $35.00 per trimester or $105.00 for the entire school year.

Parking permits are purchasable in-person at the CRHS Finance Office located in the Main Office or online via School Pay/Parent Vue. (Note: Online purchases require students to pick up their permits from the Finance Office.) Students that do not purchase a valid parking permit but drive and park at school on an occasional basis can purchase a daily parking pass for $2.00 from the Finance Office to prevent a violation. $15.00 tickets may be issued for cars without permits.

A list of parking rules and regulations is available from the Finance Office. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Matthews in the CRHS Main Office, via email at lana.matthews@ahschools.us or by phone 763-506-7302.

Click on the button below to check out the CRHS Activities running this week. We'd love to see you come out and support Cardinal Nation!

Looking for some great volunteer opportunities! Check this list out! All individual volunteer opportunities are posted on this list. The list will be updated and shared weekly with students. If you are no longer interested in receiving these opportunities, please contact David Shelton at david.shelton@ahschools.us

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 - Coon Rapids Alpine Website Please contact lauren.green@ahschools.us with any questions!

Looking for dinner ideas? Skip cooking and support the Coon Rapids Cheer Team!

Stop into Noodles & Company for our Dine & Donate event! Three of our amazing cheerleaders are raising funds to head to Nationals, and every meal helps.

How to Order

In-Person: Stop in and mention the Coon Rapids Cheer fundraiser at checkout.

Online/App: Use code GIVING20 at checkout!

Grab dinner, support the team, and help send Cardinal cheerleaders to Nationals! Thank you for your support!

*Please note the above leaderboard is based on self-reported amounts. Bags are collected at the end of the month, and the top 3 might change then.

Help your first-hour class compete to win a donut party sponsored by Mr. Pena. Here’s the 2 ways students can contribute towards their class & donate to this fundraiser:

1: Bring money (coins or cash) and deposit it into the pink Breast Cancer Awareness bag inside of your 1st hour class.

2: Donate online through either give.bcrf.org/CoonRapidsHOSA or the QR Code posted above. Email coonrapidshosa5@gmail.com with proof & name of first-hour teacher.

All donations are collected at the end of the month. The top 3 classes who have fundraised the most by the end of the month win donuts.

You can also make a donation without participating in the class competition! Every donation, big or small, can help make a difference. Let’s come together to make an impact, spread awareness, and support those affected by breast cancer.

Do you like volleyball? Do you like charity? Well, join Asian Culture Club at their Volleyball tournament fundraiser. Play for a prize or just come and watch some amazing games! The deadline to register is October 25th with the paid registration being due October 30th. The tournament will be in the CRHS Fieldhouse on November 4th starting at 3:30pm!

Even as students grow more independent, involvement remains key to their success. Research highlights that high schoolers with connected families and caring community members achieve higher grades, build stronger social-emotional skills, and have a smoother transition into life after high school. Your time and support make a lasting impact on our school community!

To learn more about volunteer opportunities this year, please complete or update the CRHS Volunteer Application (required every new school year).

If you have questions about getting involved, please reach out to HSVolunteerServices@ahschools.us