This service promises to become a critical resource to communities which suffer from budget shortfalls. Anoka High School runs the largest blood drive in the state. Working with the Red Cross, Anoka students literally give of themselves to serve their community. The students also run one of the largest food drives in Anoka County two times a year. Anoka students and families give out of respect for those higher values.
Adolescence is a time to demonstrate commitment.
Both the expectations and opportunities provided by Anoka's service system are responsible for its success. This is why it has become an important element for adding quality to the character of our graduates. Committed Adolescents Anoka students who engage in service to their neighbors, church or community often develop respect for others, an appreciation of diversity and a sense for which responsibilities they find most meaningful. Those students who never activate family values and personal priorities in the process of service frequently remain confused at the end of adolescence. They are more likely to engage in high risk behaviors because they have not developed internal restraint.