North Branch Area High School

Please join us as we celebrate our Viking #Classof2025 in today’s #SeniorSpotlight! ❤️🖤 ▪️Jack Baker ▪️Kate Barrera ▪️Johanna Bartkey ▪️Dooley Beaver We're proud of our seniors. They are going to do AMAZING things! #Celebrate138 #VikingSeniorPride

Coming up in Community Ed! Tuesday Evening Topics: Unplug and Thrive: Finding the Right Balance with Screen Time May 6 / 5 - 6:30 PM The Art of Aging Well: Peel Years Off Your Bio Age Virtual Workshop May 6 / 6 - 7:30 PM Floral Design of the Month May 7 / 6 - 7:30 PM Cat in Broken Window May 8 / 6:30 - 8:30 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

NBAHS is so excited to be hosting our second annual Future Forward Career Day on Monday, May 5! Students are going to get hands-on experiences and be able to make connections with people from many different career fields. We want to extend a special thank you to our sponsors for making this event such an amazing opportunity for our students!

Please join us as we celebrate our Viking #Classof2025 in today’s #SeniorSpotlight! ❤️🖤 ▪️Kristen Allen ▪️Rachel Anderson ▪️Alana Archambault ▪️Clayton Bahr We're proud of our seniors. They are going to do AMAZING things! #Celebrate138 #VikingSeniorPride

Please join us as we celebrate our Viking #Classof2025 in today’s #SeniorSpotlight! ❤️🖤 ▪️Marie Abadie ▪️Ethan Ahlquist ▪️Hayley Alexander ▪️Savannah Alger We're proud of our seniors. They are going to do AMAZING things! #Celebrate138 #VikingSeniorPride

Last Friday a celebration was held at NBAHS for Dameion Palmer, Alexis Lemon, and Nora Long, who have all completed the Ford ACE program this school year. Representatives from Ford corporate and Anderson Koch Ford came to recognize the three students and brought some Ford and DeWalt products to celebrate the accomplishment. Each student's family was on hand as well. Way to go Dameion, Alexis, and Nora!

📱✨ Unplug and Thrive: Finding the Right Balance with Screen Time Join North Branch ECFE for an evening focused on building healthy screen habits for your family! Learn practical tips to set boundaries, choose quality content, and create a screen time plan that supports your child’s well-being. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Dinner is provided from 5:00–5:30 PM, followed by parent learning while kids enjoy activities, story time, songs, and the Move and Learn room! 🗓️ Tuesday, May 6 🕔 5–6:30 PM 📍 North Branch Area Education Center 💲 $10 per family (includes dinner) 📝 Registration required! Register at www.nbaeconline.org or call 651.674.1220 Let’s create healthier screen habits—together! 🌟

REMINDER: NBAHS is still looking for people who would like to show off their wheels for high school students next Monday afternoon! See the flier for details. It's going to be a great day for a car show; the forecast calls for a high of 79!

SKOL! and congratulations to Helen Pust, who took 5th place in storytelling at the MSHSL State Speech Meet Saturday at Shakopee High School! Way to go Helen!

The Viking Newsletter - April 2025 is now available! Follow the link to check it out: https://secure.smore.com/n/02a75

Coming up in Community Ed! Spring Shakes April 29 / 5:30 - 6:30 PM Social Security Facts and Strategies April 29 / 6:30 - 8 PM Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing May 1 / 5:30 - 7:45 PM Youth Pickleball Grades 3 - 9 Starts May 5 / 5:00 -6:30 PM Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts May 5 / 3 - 6:00 PM How Sleep Works: How to Stop a Bad Night's SleepFrom Becoming a Chronic Problem May 5 / 6:30 - 7:30 PM Acupressure to Relieve Stress, Anxiety and Insomnia Virtual Workshop May 5 / 6 - 7:30 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Congratulations to NBAHS's Students of Excellence! Pictured (l to r): Supt. Sara Paul, Jackson Thelander, Jack Baker, NBAHS Principal Clint Link, Ashley Bistodeau, and Rachel Anderson. Here's a few things to know about each student: Rachel Anderson Captain of Knowledge Bowl Secretary of National Honor Society Member of Student Council Jack Baker Captain of the wrestling team Officer of National Honor Society Member of Student Council Ashley Bistodeau Captain of Golf and Tennis, and also played on the Varsity Basketball team Secretary of Student Council Member of National Honor Society Jackson Thelander Captain of Knowledge Bowl President of National Honor Society Holds the rank of Cadet Major in our AFJROTC Program Participated in the American Legion Boys State

Advanced Floral Class is offering floral arrangements for sale just in time to celebrate Mother's Day! This would also be a great way to surprise a staff member during teacher appreciation week! Please view the link (https://gofan.co/event/3565969?schoolId=MN19629_2) to see offerings; price points range $30-$50. When you purchase your ticket on GOFAN, you will be asked to provide a delivery/pickup option for 5/8. Delivery is offered to district sites ONLY at this time.

Earlier this month students in Mrs. Cook’s Small Animal Science courses participated in the first annual North Branch Area High School AKC Dog Show. Students were tasked with researching the AKC breed of their choice and creating a life-size 2-D replica of their breed according to the standard of perfection. Students then competed In a bracket-style showdown with others in their class to be awarded the coveted “Best in Show” prize by their peers. Winners were Sevrin B. With his French Bulldog, Kadence S. With her Doberman Pinscher, and Addison L with her Alaskan Malamute. Congratulations!

Coming up in Community Ed! Mosaic Birdbath April 24 / 6 - 9 PM GRASP Summer Math and Reading Program Grades K-8 / Registration Ends April 25 Abdominal Strengtheners That Won't Stress Your Back/Neck Virtual Workshop April 28 / 6 -7:30 Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Looking for something that is more than just a "job?" Whether it's your first or 50th job, it is likely to be one of the most rewarding you have ever had. Youth Connections makes a difference in our community, supports kids, and is so much fun! You will work with students preK-6th grade, go on field trips, and build your career while serving the kids and families that make up this awesome community. See the flier for more details, and call or email Erica to learn more today! Apply online today—open until filled: https://www.isd138.org/o/nbaps/page/employment

Shrek the Musical is coming to NBAHS May 1-3 at 7 p.m. and May 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased through the "Event Tickets" link at the Activities page: https://www.isd138.org/o/vikingsactivities

Congrats to Alexis Lemon - the first girl at NBAHS to complete the Ford ACE Program!

🌟 This Tuesday, North Branch ECFE Presents: Routines Made Simple: Creating Calm in the Chaos 🌈 Struggling with chaotic mornings or bedtime battles? Learn how routines can bring peace, structure, and confidence to your family life! 📅 Tuesday, April 15, 2025 🕔 5:00–6:30 PM 🍽️ $10/family – Dinner included! ✨ Discover how to: ✅ Reduce stress ✅ Improve behavior ✅ Ease daily transitions ✅ Boost confidence ✅ Get tailored tips for your family 🎉 Kids enjoy fun activities while parents learn! 📍 North Branch Area Education Center 📲 Register at nbaceonline.org or call 651-674-1220

Coming up in Community Ed! Tuesday Evening Topics: Routines Made Simple: Creating Calm in the Chaos April 15 / 5 - 6:30 PM Chiropractic Care & Wellness For Adults April 17 / 7 - 8:00 PM Puppy Palace with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 4-9) April 21 / 9 AM to 12 PM Candy Land with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 5-12) April 21 / 12:30 - 3:30 PM Cat Tails on a Misty Morning April 22 / 6:30 - 8:30 PM Draft your own POA and HCD April 22 / 6 - 7:30 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.