Our deepest gratitude to the North Branch American Legion and local veterans, who gave up much of their day to be with students and staff across the district! It was such a pleasure to have you with us today to help teach students the importance of honoring those who serve this great nation. Thank you for your service! You can view all the photos from today here: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid02HMjGHbur7N9TZxqK9yyyXSxfTw5v2JvYAip8VnGNTT64K6EiayUTTmAp9rv3WGCCl
NBAPS is pleased to announce the first Floral Sale at NBAHS! The Advanced Floral Class is offering Thanksgiving floral arrangements for sale for you to enjoy (or give as a hostess gift)! Go to https://gofan.co/event/2137445?schoolId=MN19629_2 to see offerings, but know there are options and price points from $25-$53.
When you purchase your ticket on GOFAN, you will be asked to provide a delivery/pickup option 11/20, 11/26, or 11/27. Arrangements can be picked up at the Ag room at NBAHS or delivered to district sites 11/26. Students will prepare arrangements with care to industry standards, and proceeds from this sale will fund learning opportunities in the Agriculture program at NBAHS, NBAMS, and NALC.
Congratulations to NBAPS's 2024 Leadership in Educational Excellence Award winners! Pictured are (l to r): Juanita Worthley and Lynne Wilzbacher. Pictured separately are Johannah Gillquist and Pamela Newbauer.
Don't miss the 5th graders Veterans Day concert on Monday, Nov. 11, at 10 am. You can listen to the livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/KO7-PUJC6Lc?feature=share
It's a wonderful salute to service!
Arts Fest is coming up Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 am to 3pm at NBAHS! There will be over 200 crafters, and free shuttle service from the middle school. Only $2 admission! See flier for more details.
Pickleball Lessons Nov 11/ 5-6:30 PM
Come and learn how to play Pickleball in a fun event. Peiwu has 8 years of Pickleball experience and will coach you on how to play. At the end of each training period we will have a mini round robin tournament where you will be able to showcase your newly acquired skills against players of equivalent skill levels. Bring your own racket or use one of ours.
Pickleball Started Oct 7 / 7-9:30 PM
Pickle Ball comes to North Branch!
Six Indoor courts at North Branch Area High School, North Gym. We will have courts set up for beginners and intermediate/advanced.
Cost $5 per Monday and Wednesday (pay on site) or $20 for a 5 punches punch card. Punch cards may be purchased at the North Branch Community Education Office 651-674-1025.
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts Nov 11 / 3-6 PM
Is Your Waistband Too Tight Today? How to Beat Belly Bloat Virtual Workshop Nov 12 / 6-7:30 PM
Social Security Facts and Strategies Nov 12 / 6:30-8 PM
Beginner Needle Felting Ornaments Nov 14 / 6:30-8:30 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
Region 7AA Section Pricing
$11 adults/$6 students
All spectators must pay admission for section games.
Ticket sales will be online only GoFan Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1986551?schoolId=MN19629
Tickets can be purchased at the gate via QR code or credit card reader. No cash sales.
Family Passes are not accepted at section games.
Coming up in Community Ed!
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing Nov 7 / 5:30-7:45 PM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts Nov 11 / 3-6 PM
ESSENTRICS: Restorative Fitness Starts Nov 6 / 6:30-7:30 PM
Deer in the Fall Woods Nov 6 / 6:30-8:30 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
The Viking Newsletter - October 2024 is now available! Click here to read: https://secure.smore.com/n/18gca
Region 7AA Section Pricing
$11 adults/$6 students
All spectators must pay admission for section games.
Ticket sales will be online only GoFan Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1986551?schoolId=MN19629
Tickets can be purchased at the gate via QR code or credit card reader. No cash sales.
Family Passes are not accepted at section games.
Save the date for this important event! Free pizza and an opportunity to learn what you need to know about the Fentanyl Crisis!
Coming up in Community Ed!
Strong is the New Skinny! Strengthening Exercises to do at Home Virtual Workshop Oct 29 / 6-7:30 PM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade K Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade 1 Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade 2 Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade 3 Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
"The Witches," the middle school play brought to you by Community Education, is November 7, 8, and 9 at 7 pm. Tickets are $12. To purchase tickets, scan the QR code below!
SKOL! and congratulations to Jenny Nelson, North Branch Area Public Schools, who was recognized by The Minnesota Educational Facilities Management Professionals Association (MASMS).
Jenny Nelson was nominated by Zach Berg to receive the 2024 Facilities Award of Excellence for the MASMS Metro Chapter Award at the annual MASMS conference held on October 3.
This award recognizes an outstanding facility worker who is not in a management position. The person may be on the schools custodial, grounds or maintenance staff.
The award is selected from nominations based on seven criteria to include an exemplary work ethic, stewardship of school property, Brings Joy!, creative and takes initiative, promotion of sustainability methods, mentors others and represent the community in a positive manner.
The Minnesota Educational Facilities Management Professionals (also known as MASMS) is a professional organization committed to promoting excellence in the operation and care of educational facilities. It is a group of over 900 individuals in the areas of facilities/grounds/health & safety/operations for Minnesota K-12 and Higher Education organizations. It is a member-oriented, problem solving, professional group committed to facilities management.
Coming up in Community Ed!
The World Groove Movement Starts Oct 16 / 6:30-7:30 PM
Metabolism Boosters & Busters Virtual Workshop Oct 15 / 6-7:30 PM
Board & Brush DIY Workshop Oct 22 / 6-8:30 PM
How to Can Pickled Beets Oct 24 / 5-8:30 PM
Fall Favs Cookie Decorating Class Oct 25 / 5-7 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
What a great turnout we had for Walk and Roll to School this morning! Thanks Vikings for coming out this morning and to members of the NBFD, the NBPD, the city and county for making it such a fun time! SKOL!
Join NBAPS, the City of North Branch (including Fire and Police), and Chisago County SHIP for Walk and Roll to School tomorrow morning at 7:05 am. This fall's event will be hosted by St. Gregory's Church and will take Maple to Grand. See you there!
NBAPS has the following positions available:
SpEd Assistant - High School, full-time
SpEd Assistant - Middle School, full-time
SpEd Assistant - Sunrise River, full-time
SpEd Assistant (2 positions) - Life Work Center, full-time
Lunchroom Assistant - Middle School, part-time
Lunchroom/Playground Assistant - Sunrise River, part-time
Adult Assistant - School Age Care, part-time
Here is the link to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/northbranch/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=Support+Staff+%2D+Classified
Coming up in Community Ed!
We're Going on a Bear Hunt! Ages 3-5 Oct 11 / 6-8 PM
Multi-Player Minecraft: Theme Park Builder Virtual Class Grades 1-5 Oct 12 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts Oct 14 / 3-6 PM
Pediatric/Adult CPR/AED and First Aid Oct 12 / 8:30-1:30 PM
All Occasion Card Stamping Oct 7 / 7-9 PM
Fall Candle Making Class Ages 15 and older Oct 8 / 6-8 PM
Mountains With Cabin By The Water Painting Oct 10 / 6:30-8:30 PM
Pickleball Starts Oct 7 / 7-9:30 PM
Pickle Ball comes to North Branch!
Six Indoor courts at North Branch Area High School, North Gym. We will have courts set up for beginners and intermediate/advanced.
Cost $5 per Monday and Wednesday (pay on site) or $20 for a 5 punches punch card. Punch cards may be purchased at the North Branch Community Education Office 651-674-1025.
Interested in attending NBAPS' Friday, Oct. 11 Patron Tour? Patron Tours start at 7:45 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. Guests enjoy refreshments in the morning, tour every site in the district, and finish the half day with a lunch provided by high school ProStart students. In between guests visit classrooms and talk with staff, students, and leadership. It's a great way to learn more about NBAPS from early childhood all the way through high school! To attend, contact Pat Tepoorten at 651-674-1018 or ptepoorten@isd138.org.