Quarter 2

As we embark on quarter 2, we reflect on all the great things our students, staff, families, and community members, have already accomplished this school year. We also want to "give thanks" for these contributions and for maintaining our rich and challenging tradition of excellence!

Mark Your Calendar

November 9th and 10th - AES Fall Conferences
November 9th and 10th - AES Scholastic Book Fair
November 4th - Early Childhood Screening
November 7th - AHS Band Concert
November 8th - AMS Picture Retake Day
November 8th - Election Day
November 9th - AES Picture Retake Day
November 10th - AMS Student of the Month Breakfast
November 11th - AMS Veterans Day Program
November 11th - 5th Grade Kindness Retreat
November 14th - AMS After the Bell Starts
November 14th - AHS Parent Advisory Council
November 21st - AMS Choir Concert
November 24th & 25th - No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 28th - AMS Parent Advisory Council
November 28th - Safe Communities of Wright County
November 28th - School Board Meeting

Congratulations to Annandale's 2022-23 ESS Award Recipients

This year, Annandale Public Schools has five ESS (Educational Support Staff) Award Recipients; Jen Sommers (Community Education), Holly Ward (AES), Jeannie Quinn (AES), Teri Schmidt (AMS), and Deb Chollett (AHS). These staff members will be recognized for their outstanding work and contributions to our district at the 12th Annual Leadership in Educational Excellence Banquet and Awards Ceremony held on November 16th in St. Cloud at the River's Edge Convention Center.

Educational Support Staff are voted on by their colleagues for their excellent work with students and staff. Jen Sommers is extremely ambitious and passionate. She wears many hats in the Community Education department, from front desk assistant to coordinating our youth and adult enrichment programs. Jen puts forth her all no matter what the role! Holli Ward is an absolute gem. Whether she is working with a student one-on-one or in a small group, the students love being around her. She shows patience and calmness in every situation. Jeannie Quinn is incredibly dedicated. She works with students to help improve their reading and meets with students to build their social skills. She is so respected by our community that she is often asked to tutor students in the summer. Teri Schmidt is conscientious and puts others first. She goes above and beyond and helps create a positive learning environment for our students and staff everyday. Deb Chollett is exceptional! Not only does Deb manage all of our AHS finances but she also manages our Student Services Office. Deb assists our students, staff, and families, and is also a wonderful mentor.

Congratulations to this year's recipients - We think YOU are simply the BEST!

Community Education

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Cardinal Throwback

1979 Dance Line State Champions

1916 First Girls Basketball Team at AHS

Annandale Elementary News

Report cards for quarter 1 are available for AES families to view online through Parent Portal. If you do not have access to Parent Portal, please contact the AES front office at (320) 274-8218.

We will continue with Fall conferences on Nov. 9th 3:30-5:30 pm, and Nov. 10th 3:30-7:00 pm. SignUpGenius links were emailed to parents and are also posted towards the bottom of the elementary webpage (www.isd876.org/aes).

The Scholastic Book Fair will be open in the Bendix Media Center during conferences, Nov 9th 3:10-6:00 pm, Nov. 10th 3:10-7:00 pm.

Middle School Minutes

In honor of Veterans Day, on November 11th our middle school students will participate in a Veterans Day program. It will include the National Anthem performed by the 8th grade band, a student presentation of Military Branches, student poem presentation, the 6th grade choir singing, Thank You Soldier, and the color guard. This program is open to the public and will begin at 2:30pm in the middle school "A" gym (enter West doors).

High School Happenings

Congratulations to Evan Johnson and Keily Wheeler! They are our "Seniors of the Week" for Nov. 7-11. Seniors of the Week display a good attitude, work hard on their grades, and have a fair amount of Cardinal Spirit! Evan and Keily have these great qualities and now they get the prime Senior Parking spots for the week.

Activities Update

Cross Country - On To State!

Congratulations to Sal Wirth, Will Massmann, and Olivia Minear on advancing to State for Cross Country. The CC meet will be at St. Olaf College on Saturday, November 5th. Sal Wirth was the Section 6AA Champ! We also had a good showing by our Varsity teams with the girls taking 3rd and the boys with 4th!

Annandale Alpine Co-Op Ski Team

Annandale, Buffalo, Kimball, Litchfield, Maple Lake,

STMA, Delano and New London-Spicer

All Ability Levels

Join us on Nov. 10th at 6pm for a Parent Informational Meeting at Powder Ridge -Kimball, MN.

Discuss; Season Schedule, Costs, Fees and Fundraising, Member info and a Q & A.

Questions? Contact:

Head Coach, Dana Kjaer alpineski@isd876.org

Varsity Volleyball Advances Again!

Annandale's Varsity Volleyball team made quick work of Rockford to advance to the Section Finals against Watertown-Mayer. During the match senior Kali Jones also recorded her 1,000th kill. The section final takes place Saturday, November 5 at STMA High School at 6pm. Tickets are available: Volleyball Tickets

Football team finds stride at the end of the season

The Annandale football team knew they would be young with only a few returning starters and a schedule that at one point included 5 ranked teams. After a 1-4 start, the team started hitting their stride winning 3 in a row including the Battle for the Paddle! They went on to beat Cathedral at home before falling to the #1 seed (Milaca) in overtime 36-34. Congrats on a great season and thank you seniors!

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