NBAMS 6th grade Spanish students spent a week creating games to teach Kindergarten Spanish students basic conversation words. The 6th graders then visited the Ed Center and spent the class period teaching and playing their games with the younger students. Sounds like fun!
"Mannequins in Motion" art project!
NBAMS 8th grade art students were challenged to free-hand draw 12" tall wooden mannequins with their art teacher, Lee Ann Falen. They chose a theme and had to draw the mannequin twice, posing the figure to suit their chosen theme. Students used white charcoal to add highlight and Ebony pencil to shade, giving the mannequin a more 3-D look. They also used one or more paint "splotches" for the background, putting thought into the color, shape, size and placement of the paint to relate to their theme as well. Students used straws to give the paint a more expressive quality. The creativity of poses, themes and use of paint was incredible!
📣 Calling all future Vikings! Kindergarten enrollment for the 2025–2026 school year is NOW OPEN! 🖍️📚
If your child turns 5 on or before September 1, 2025, it’s time to register and become part of the Vikings Class of 2038! 🎓❤️
✅ Enrolling online is quick and easy — don’t wait to save your spot!
👉 https://www.isd138.org/o/nbaps/page/kindergarten-enrollment
If you have questions or want to complete enrollment by phone, call 651-674-1220.
Let’s make the first year of school unforgettable!
Join NBAPS, the City of North Branch, and Chisago County SHIP for this spring's Bike and Roll to School event! This spring's event will start at the NB Library at 7:05 am, Wednesday, May 7.
Cross your fingers for good weather and we'll see you there!
NBAHS's Dameion Palmer has become the fifth individual in Minnesota to successfully complete the Ford ACE Program. Not only did he achieve this milestone, but he also set a new record for the fastest completion time. Last semester, Vince Crudo completed the program in eight weeks, setting the previous record as the fourth person in the state to do so. Dameion has now surpassed that achievement, completing the program in just six weeks.
SKOL! and congratulations to Dameion!
Coming up in Community Ed!
Introduction to Estate Planning April 8 / 6 - 7: 30 PM
Fisherman Painting April 14 / 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Mudras: The Ancient Art of Hand Yoga Virtual Workshop April 15 / 6 - 7:30 PM
Floral Design of the Month - Easter Design April 16 / 6 - 7:30 PM
Easter Craft Party with Kidcreate Studio (18 month to 6 years) April 16 / 5 - 6:00 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
North Branch Area High School is pleased to congratulate senior Dakota Esget - our 2025 Athena Award winner! Esget was one of four senior female athletes nominated by NBAHS head coaches, then selected for the honor based on her outstanding athletic accomplishments by vote from the school's coaching staff. For information on the Athena selection criteria, see www.stpaulathena.com/.
Of Esget, head girls track coach Norm Nagel, said, "As a dedicated student athlete, Dakota has set the standard high in the classroom and in athletics at North Branch High School. Being a 4.0 student and achieving multiple awards and high honors in her time at North Branch makes Dakota one of our top female athletes to wear the Viking red and white. Her dedication and drive to her craft, depending on what season it is far superior to none."
Dakota will be attending the University of St. Thomas, majoring in biology. She will be recognized along with 47 other member schools' recipients at the 31st Annual St. Paul Athena Awards event on Wed., April 16.
Students in 8th Grade World Cultures learned how to play Dara, a traditional Nigerian strategy game played across all of Northern Africa.
Students learned about how traditions are passed on through storytelling, and that's how this game has been passed from generation to generation. This game is believed to have been created to teach children critical thinking, strategy, and observation skills that could be transferred to hunting and trading situations.
In Africa, kids dig a grid in the ground, find some stones and sticks, and play against each other that way. Our students played with paper and colored blocks.
It was a hit with everyone!
Sixth graders in Mrs. Moeller's Minnesota History classes practiced mining for ores using chocolate chip cookies and a toothpick. A couple of the learning targets for the lesson included explaining what mineral deposits are and identifying examples of ores found in Minnesota, and discussing the potential problems associated with mining ores, including the environmental impact of large mines and the challenges of deep mining operations.
Prom attendees! Advanced Floral Students will be offering prom corsages, boutonnieres and bouquets to NBAHS students this year! Flowers will be created to industry standards and ready for pick up Friday, 4/25 after school until 5 PM.
Options include: Wrist Corsages, Hand-tied Bouquets, Boutonnieres, Couple's Sets, and a DIY Design Studio option for students who wish to create their own.
Details can be found on the GOFAN page: https://gofan.co/event/3498054?schoolId=MN19629_2
Questions can be directed to: acook@isd138.org. Sale ends 4/17/25.
NBAHS Auto Shop is planning its first annual car show on May 5 for all students to attend! We are looking for anyone interested in sharing their cars at this event. Please see the flyer for more information and a link to the sign up form.
Students at Norse ALC are sponsoring a toy/food/supply drive for animals at the Northwoods Humane Society. For a detailed list of donation recommendations, you can check out their wish list here: https://northwoodshs.org/wish-list. If you would like to donate, please drop off items at the Norse ALC (Brooker Building) or the North Branch Area Education Center between April 1-15. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mindy Lattimore (milattim@isd138.org) at Norse ALC.
NBAMS eighth graders just finished a Scratchboard Animal project. Students chose their own animal idea for a reference and were challenged to emphasize the animal's texture and show a wide variety of values with a focus on the animal's face. This project is "unforgiving" since once you scratch away the black ink to reveal the color underneath, you cannot bring the black back. Students could choose between a white, silver or gold background. Proud art teacher is Lee Ann Falen.
Youth Connections preschoolers wished Erica B. a happy birthday last Friday with a paper party!. They had so much fun!
Advanced Floral Class is offering our Spring floral arrangements for sale (flier pictured) for you to enjoy (or give as an Easter gift)! Please view the link below to see offerings; there are options and price points from $30-$50. When you purchase your ticket on GOFAN, you will be asked to provide a delivery/pickup option 4/17.
These students prepare your arrangements with care to industry standards, and proceeds of this sale fund learning opportunities in the Agriculture program here at NBAHS, MS, and ALC.
Link to view options: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17h8f_jpCA6lCfrLXl4F2f0jf0RWS8_qoYXG1k8OIet4/edit?usp=sharing
Links to purchase are included in the slides.
Registration now open for NBAPS Preschool! Give your child the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing environment.
✅ Hands-on learning
✅ Build confidence with peers
✅ Inspire a love for learning
💡 Tuition assistance available!
📣 Classes are filling fast – enroll today!
📍 Register at: www.nbace.org
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Coming up in Community Ed!
Improve Your Health at Any Age Virtual Workshop April 1 / 6 - 7:30 PM
Scientific Lego Unit with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 5-12) April 2 / 3 -4 PM
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing April 3 / 5:30 - 7:45 PM
Needle Felting April 3 / 6:30 -8:30 PM
Beginners Clogging Ages 9 & Older April 3 / 5:15 - 5:45 PM
Little Stomper Beginner Clogging Class Ages 3-8 April 3 / 4:45 - 5:15 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
The NBAEF is hosting Designer Purse and Yeti Bongo on Sunday, April 27, at the Lent Town Hall, doors open at noon. This event is unlike other purse bingo events; the winner has the choice of purse, Yeti, cash, or combo! See flier for more details.
Come learn how to beat the drum and bounce in step for the third annual Drum and Dance exhibition on May 16. Practices are every Tuesday, 6 - 7:30 pm, at NBAHS. See flier for more details!
American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC) March meeting will be held this evening (3/26/25) from 5:30-6:30pm at the North Branch Area Ed Center.