Minneapolis Public Schools

Want to spruce up your room or locker? Come make your own decorations with us! We will be DIY crafting all sorts of cool things that you can hang up in your locker at school, or decorate your walls with at home!

Students will receive an introduction to handbuilt ceramics, focusing on slab and coil techniques. Students will then use their skills with clay and their skills in engineering to push the limits and build new and unique designs inspired by our world.

In the fall, students will work together to build and program LEGO robots to complete challenges and compete in the Minneapolis First Lego League tournament. In the spring, students will study Rocketry and Aerospace engineering, designing and launching multiple rockets of different types.

Gender and Sexuality Alliance - Students taking part of this affinity group for LGBTQIA+ individuals will have opportunities to share their experiences with other classmates, learn more about LGBTQIA+ history, to create and foster an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ students and allies. Learn how to be an ally and advocate, learn about other marginalized communities (BIPOC, disabled students, etc.) and what students can do to support them, have a space for acceptance and belonging at Anthony Middle School. GSA creates a sense of community and fun for LGBTQIA+ students and their allies.

Students will have the opportunity to learn or continue their studies in guitar. In addition to playing in both small group and ensemble settings, students will also learn about the history of guitar, and the mathematics and engineering involved in the function of a guitar.

This is a place where kids can hang out, do some homework, meet some friends, and just enjoy some social time after school! Activities may include: field games and free time outside, gym time, movies, board games, creative activities, service learning, and, of course, time for homework. Students can use this class as a place to hang out if they have an early block class (3:30-4:30) and need to wait for the bus, or if they have a late block class (4:35-5:35) and need a place to be until their class starts. Come one day or all three!

Bracelets, necklaces, rings, anklets, you name it, you can make it! Jewelry Making will be a fun class to create all sorts of stuff that you can wear yourself or maybe gift to someone important to you! Either way, we’ll be using a ton of different supplies so there is a ton of room your creativity!

Latinx students will delve into their historical and contemporary culture through this immersive language and culture affinity group.

MathCounts Club challenges students with interesting math problems and introduces them to contest math. We will work on fun practical math topics including probability, sequences, and logic. Students will also practice for the school-wide contest in January, which will select students to participate in a citywide competition.

Students will have the opportunity to learn or continue practicing a string instrument in small group and full ensemble settings. Students will learn to read music, and learn about the mathematical structure underpinning their individual instruments. Instruments offered include Violin, Viola, and Cello.

Students will read and interpret plays and skits and then bring them to life. They will get to use all of their creativity designing, rehearsing, and performing a dramatic piece. Students will also grow their confidence in performing and public speaking with lots of opportunities to share their talents with their peers.

Students will dive deep by watching, discussing and creating anime. They’ll draw connections between the films that they see and their own lives, and create works of art that allow them to share their stories with their peers.

All skill levels are welcome to play ultimate frisbee. Learn some skills, or brush up on the game with friends old and new while enjoying some outside time together.

Students will work together to prepare for and participate in the Minneapolis Urban Debate League. Students will learn to construct and share research based arguments, and will learn to engage in thoughtful, respectful debate with their peers.

Through this affiliation with Girls Inc., YWCA offers research-based curriculum delivered by trained professionals to equip girls to achieve academically, lead healthy and physically active lives, manage money, navigate media messages and discover an interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). This programming helps girls traverse complex gender, economic and social barriers to find success. Participants gain opportunities to learn new skills, make positive connections to peers and adults, contribute to society and believe in their ability to create the best possible future for themselves.

A program designed to build a lifelong love of fitness and healthy eating that will nurture the minds of youth and adult. The program will educate the youth in learning about healthy behaviors, become more active in on-going activities and engage youth in making nutritional snacks and meals together.