Coming up in Community Ed!
Child and Babysitting Safety Class - Ages 11 & Older / Wednesday June 10th / 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Home Alone Class - Ages 8 & Older / Wednesday June 10th / 12:30 - 2:30 PM
If you are registering for Child and Babysitting Safety and Home Alone classes you may bring a bag lunch and drink to eat with the instructor during the break between class.
Registration here: https://northbranch.arux.app/ or call 651-674-1025.
Child and Babysitting Safety Class - Ages 11 & Older / Wednesday June 10th / 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Home Alone Class - Ages 8 & Older / Wednesday June 10th / 12:30 - 2:30 PM
If you are registering for Child and Babysitting Safety and Home Alone classes you may bring a bag lunch and drink to eat with the instructor during the break between class.
Registration here: https://northbranch.arux.app/ or call 651-674-1025.
Thanks for a great 2025-26 school year! Have a great summer and we'll see you in the fall!
Congratulations and best wishes to the Class of 2026!
Those unable to attend Sunday's commencement (doors open at 12:30 pm and the ceremony starts at 2 pm), can livestream the proceedings at this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djsd8jaYuts
Those unable to attend Sunday's commencement (doors open at 12:30 pm and the ceremony starts at 2 pm), can livestream the proceedings at this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djsd8jaYuts
Wyatt Helberg is headed to the state tennis individual championship!
The match will be streamed on NSPN TV at 11:30am. Here are links to watch Wyatt or other state tennis action:
Boys Tennis Doubles: AA Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31802
Boys Tennis Singles: AA Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31801
Boys Tennis Doubles: A Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31800
Boys Tennis Singles: A Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31799
Subscriptions are $12/month or just $33/year. These plans cover all content on NSPN.tv, including all MSHSL regular and postseason games and tournaments.
The match will be streamed on NSPN TV at 11:30am. Here are links to watch Wyatt or other state tennis action:
Boys Tennis Doubles: AA Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31802
Boys Tennis Singles: AA Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31801
Boys Tennis Doubles: A Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31800
Boys Tennis Singles: A Championship
Live streaming link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/31799
Subscriptions are $12/month or just $33/year. These plans cover all content on NSPN.tv, including all MSHSL regular and postseason games and tournaments.
Yesterday there was a walking pep fest at NBAHS for the golfers and track and feild athletes headed to state. Here is the announcement that was read over the PA:
Good morning North Branch Area High School! Today we are honoring some of our Vikings who have earned the opportunity to compete at the state level!
We have 2 golfers who qualified for the state tournament. Those individuals are junior Jenna Minke, and sophomore Nick Melvin. This is Jenna’s first time competing at state and Nick’s 4th state appearance. They will golf on Tuesday, June 9th and Wednesday, June 10th at the Ridges at Sand Creek in Jordan.
We would also like to recognize individuals from our boys and girls Track and Field team who will be competing at the MSHSL state meet tomorrow and Saturday at St. Michael Albertville High School:
Sophia Thorsen - 100M Dash, 200M Dash, 4x100 Relay, and Long Jump
Kailie Kopp, Rachel Halseth - 4x100 Relay
Ella Dick - 4x100 Relay, Pole Vault
Brooke Giese - Pole Vault
Amelia Lattimore, Nolan Weidenhamer - Long Jump
The girls also placed second as a team!
We are so proud of the accomplishments of all of these students and as a way of congratulating them and sending them off with Viking style, we will be doing a walk-through pepfest. At this time would all classes please make their way to the main hallway for the walk-through pep fest. SKOL Vikings!!!!
Good morning North Branch Area High School! Today we are honoring some of our Vikings who have earned the opportunity to compete at the state level!
We have 2 golfers who qualified for the state tournament. Those individuals are junior Jenna Minke, and sophomore Nick Melvin. This is Jenna’s first time competing at state and Nick’s 4th state appearance. They will golf on Tuesday, June 9th and Wednesday, June 10th at the Ridges at Sand Creek in Jordan.
We would also like to recognize individuals from our boys and girls Track and Field team who will be competing at the MSHSL state meet tomorrow and Saturday at St. Michael Albertville High School:
Sophia Thorsen - 100M Dash, 200M Dash, 4x100 Relay, and Long Jump
Kailie Kopp, Rachel Halseth - 4x100 Relay
Ella Dick - 4x100 Relay, Pole Vault
Brooke Giese - Pole Vault
Amelia Lattimore, Nolan Weidenhamer - Long Jump
The girls also placed second as a team!
We are so proud of the accomplishments of all of these students and as a way of congratulating them and sending them off with Viking style, we will be doing a walk-through pepfest. At this time would all classes please make their way to the main hallway for the walk-through pep fest. SKOL Vikings!!!!
ONE WEEK AWAY: Come gather, create, and connect! We're making hand drums together - shaping, stretching, and bringing rhythm to life by hand.
The event is Thursday, June 11, 4-7 p.m., NBAHS cafeteria. Enter through door 1. RSVP to the event by following instructions on the flier, or by clicking this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mFkYXdLJk-dIb9ZHdI_Yr9rgnUfeTo2DC09QB8BeIiE/edit?usp=drivesdk
Supplies are limited so sign up right away if you plan to attend!
The event is Thursday, June 11, 4-7 p.m., NBAHS cafeteria. Enter through door 1. RSVP to the event by following instructions on the flier, or by clicking this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mFkYXdLJk-dIb9ZHdI_Yr9rgnUfeTo2DC09QB8BeIiE/edit?usp=drivesdk
Supplies are limited so sign up right away if you plan to attend!
Students wanted! You could help paint North Branch's next mural!
Student Mural Paint Day is on June 18, with two session times available at 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
During each session, the muralist will give a brief presentation about the project and their artistic process, followed by an invitation for students to participate in painting the mural. This event is open to all students, and our hope is to inspire creativity and connect young people with public art in our community.
Remember to dress for paint!
Student Mural Paint Day is on June 18, with two session times available at 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
During each session, the muralist will give a brief presentation about the project and their artistic process, followed by an invitation for students to participate in painting the mural. This event is open to all students, and our hope is to inspire creativity and connect young people with public art in our community.
Remember to dress for paint!
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. As it was such a beautiful day, the classes met outside to learn under the sun. Sounds like fun!
On Friday, Outdoor Adventures went on the finale field trip, white water kayaking on the Kettle River in Sandstone with Hard Water Sports. The students did amazing and had a fantastic time. There were rapids, little alcoves, waterfalls, and cliff jumping. This adventure will hopefully be an experience the students will never forget. Thank you to the North Branch Area Education Foundation for fully funding this amazing experience for all of these students!
Congratulations to our incredible athletes who have qualified for the MSHSL Class AA State Track & Field Meet!
4x100m Relay - Ella Dick, Rachel Halseth, Sophia Thorsen, Kailie Kopp
Long Jump - Nolan Weidenhamer, Sophia Thorsen, Amelia Lattimore
Pole Vault - Ella Dick, Brooke Giese
100m Dash - Sophia Thorsen
200m Dash - Sophia Thorsen
Section Team Runner-up - North Branch Girls
The state meet is held at St. Michael Albertville High School this Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 starting at 9 am.
4x100m Relay - Ella Dick, Rachel Halseth, Sophia Thorsen, Kailie Kopp
Long Jump - Nolan Weidenhamer, Sophia Thorsen, Amelia Lattimore
Pole Vault - Ella Dick, Brooke Giese
100m Dash - Sophia Thorsen
200m Dash - Sophia Thorsen
Section Team Runner-up - North Branch Girls
The state meet is held at St. Michael Albertville High School this Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 starting at 9 am.
Leadership in action! 🚜🌾
Students at Sunrise got a taste of farm life during North Branch FFA’s second annual "AGventure Day!"
Student leaders showcased livestock projects, hosted outdoor games, and gave younger students a taste of rodeo life with roping and hobby-horse barrel racing. It was the perfect blend of fun and hands-on agricultural education! FFA members did a fantastic job of sharing their passion for agriculture with the next generation!
FFA is an intracurricular student leadership organization at NBAHS that prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success available to all agriculture students.
Students at Sunrise got a taste of farm life during North Branch FFA’s second annual "AGventure Day!"
Student leaders showcased livestock projects, hosted outdoor games, and gave younger students a taste of rodeo life with roping and hobby-horse barrel racing. It was the perfect blend of fun and hands-on agricultural education! FFA members did a fantastic job of sharing their passion for agriculture with the next generation!
FFA is an intracurricular student leadership organization at NBAHS that prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success available to all agriculture students.
Come gather, create, and connect! We're making hand drums together - shaping, stretching, and bringing rhythm to life by hand.
The event is Thursday, June 11, 4-7 p.m., NBAHS cafeteria. Enter through door 1. RSVP to the event by following instructions on the flier, or by clicking this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mFkYXdLJk-dIb9ZHdI_Yr9rgnUfeTo2DC09QB8BeIiE/edit?usp=drivesdk
Supplies are limited so sign up right away if you plan to attend!
The event is Thursday, June 11, 4-7 p.m., NBAHS cafeteria. Enter through door 1. RSVP to the event by following instructions on the flier, or by clicking this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mFkYXdLJk-dIb9ZHdI_Yr9rgnUfeTo2DC09QB8BeIiE/edit?usp=drivesdk
Supplies are limited so sign up right away if you plan to attend!
On Monday, May 11, several student athletes signed letters of intent to attend college. Paulina Rossini signed with the University of Mary to play tennis. Paulina is the last in a long line of Rossini tennis players. She has always been driven to be the best version of herself and worked constantly on and off the court to meet that goal. Along the way she worked her way up to first singles, received all conference her senior year, was fourth in the section, set the North Branch Girls record for points earned in a career, and is fourth all time in North Branch Girls Tennis wins. She was a strong leader on the tennis team, and was instrumental in the 2025 Section runner up finish.
Coming up in Community Ed!
Nobody's Perfect at Masonic Auditorium / Thursday June 11th / 10:15 AM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy a relaxing day trip by comfortable coach bus to the Masonic Auditorium in Minneapolis. The day includes a delicious buffet lunch followed by the hilarious performance of Nobody's Perfect.
Registration here: https://northbranch.arux.app/ or call 651-674-1025.
Nobody's Perfect at Masonic Auditorium / Thursday June 11th / 10:15 AM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy a relaxing day trip by comfortable coach bus to the Masonic Auditorium in Minneapolis. The day includes a delicious buffet lunch followed by the hilarious performance of Nobody's Perfect.
Registration here: https://northbranch.arux.app/ or call 651-674-1025.
On Monday, May 11, several student athletes signed letters of intent to attend college. Bo Pederson signed with Ridgewater Community College to play baseball. Bo’s first varsity opportunity came against St. Francis under the lights in front of a large crowd. What stood out wasn’t just the play he made, but how calm and smooth he looked doing it — like he had been playing varsity baseball for years. Over the course of his varsity career, he evolved from a soft-throwing defensive specialist into a leadoff hitter, a two-year captain, and a pitcher capable of reaching the mid-80s on the mound. In his career, Bo has amassed 38 hits, posted a .339 batting average in a season, and recently recorded an 11-strikeout performance on the mound. His work ethic, leadership, and ability to connect with everyone around him will allow him to succeed at the next level.
The Chisago County Sheriff and NBPD had the assistance of a few students who helped spray paint safety messages at the high school entrance. Shout out to the students, Chisago County and Mr. Edson helping with this!
NBAMS 8th graders just completed their Watercolor Fish painting projects. Students learned four watercolor techniques: wet on dry, wet on wet, lifting (both wet and dry) and dropping color in. They were challenged to use all four techniques in their projects. Students could choose their own species of fish to use for a reference, then they free-hand drew it on 12"x18" paper. Many fish chosen can be found in Minnesota lakes, while others were of a tropical origin and there was even a deep-sea anglerfish depicted as well!
Students learned that most fish have a sensory organ called a lateral line that runs from the gills to the base of the tail. The colors, values, textures and shapes created were beautifully impressive! Proud art teacher is Lee Ann Falen.
Students learned that most fish have a sensory organ called a lateral line that runs from the gills to the base of the tail. The colors, values, textures and shapes created were beautifully impressive! Proud art teacher is Lee Ann Falen.
On Monday, May 11, several student athletes signed letters of intent to attend college. Morgan Mann signed with Augsburg University to play softball. Morgan is a 3-year varsity starter for NBAHS and is currently one of the captains. Her sophomore year she started as a DP and also got thrown in as an outfielder and 3rd basemen. Her junior and senior year she has locked down the starting varsity catching position and hasn’t missed a game there. Morgan holds a 3.98 high school GPA and a 4.0 college GPA. She plans on majoring and earning her masters in social work while continuing her education and softball career for Augsburg University. Morgan has been all section and all conference all academic for 3 years in a row. She will also be All State All Academic this year. Morgan also played volleyball for NBAHS until her sophomore year. She has played in over 64 varsity softball games, had over 160 varsity at bats, over 45 varsity hits, been walked 30 times, has had 196 total chances, 154 put outs, and a .917 fielding percentage.
Please join us as we celebrate our Viking #Classof2026 in today’s #SeniorSpotlight! ❤️🖤
▪️Aiden Grimm
▪️Joshua Halseth
We're proud of our seniors. They are going to do AMAZING things!
#Celebrate138 #VikingSeniorPride
▪️Aiden Grimm
▪️Joshua Halseth
We're proud of our seniors. They are going to do AMAZING things!
#Celebrate138 #VikingSeniorPride
For the third straight year, Junior Wyatt Helberg is the Section 6A individual champion, qualifying for the state tennis meet! The MSHSL tournament starts on Thursday, June 4, at the Reed-Sweatt Tennis Center. SKOL! and good luck to Wyatt!
