Districtwide parent-teacher conferences are coming up at North Branch Area Public Schools.
Thursday, November 19
3:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 24
3:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 25
7:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Conferences provide an opportunity to connect with teachers, discuss student progress, celebrate growth, and plan next steps together. We look forward to welcoming our families.
Thursday, November 19
3:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 24
3:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 25
7:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Conferences provide an opportunity to connect with teachers, discuss student progress, celebrate growth, and plan next steps together. We look forward to welcoming our families.
Thank you!!
🔤🎨 FUN WITH LETTERS! 🎨🔤
Come learn, play, create, and discover letters together while building early literacy skills and making special memories with your child. ❤️
📅 Tuesday, November 18th
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
💲 $10 per family
📍 North Branch ECFE
Registration is required!
📝 Register online at: https://northbranch.arux.app/course/ecfe/232/ecfe-2026-2027/ecfe-fun-with-letters-ages-birth-5-years
or call 651-674-1220.
We can't wait to learn and play with your family! 🌟
🔤🎨 FUN WITH LETTERS! 🎨🔤
Come learn, play, create, and discover letters together while building early literacy skills and making special memories with your child. ❤️
📅 Tuesday, November 18th
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
💲 $10 per family
📍 North Branch ECFE
Registration is required!
📝 Register online at: https://northbranch.arux.app/course/ecfe/232/ecfe-2026-2027/ecfe-fun-with-letters-ages-birth-5-years
or call 651-674-1220.
We can't wait to learn and play with your family! 🌟
North Branch Area Public Schools invites local veterans to join us on Wednesday, November 11, as our students and staff honor your service.
Our Veterans Day events include:
7:48 a.m. | Middle School Welcome
Veterans will welcome students into North Branch Area Middle School, and one veteran will read the morning announcements.
10:00 a.m. | 5th Grade Veterans Concert
North Branch Area High School Auditorium
1 p.m. | Education Center Program
North Branch Area Education Center
2 p.m. | JROTC Veterans Day Program
North Branch Area High School Gym
To all who have served, thank you. We look forward to honoring you and sharing this day with you.
Please help us extend this invitation to veterans in our community.
🌟 CALLING ALL CHILD CARE PROVIDERS! 🌟
Join us for Child Care Champions Training Day on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at North Branch Area High School!
This exciting day is all about learning, connecting, and celebrating the important work you do for children and families!
✅ Earn 6 hours of Develop-approved training
✅ Choose from 9 engaging training topics
✅ Connect with fellow providers and explore valuable resources
✅ Enjoy breakfast, snacks, a taco/burrito bar, and door prizes!
📅 Saturday, January 30, 2027
⏰ 8:00 AM–3:00 PM (doors open at 7:30 AM)
📍 North Branch Area High School
💲 Cost: $50
👕 BONUS! Register by noon on January 4 to receive a FREE T-shirt!
Registration closes at noon on January 25, 2027.
👉 Register today: https://northbranch.arux.app/course/322/fall-2026/child-care-champions-training-day
📞 Questions or need help registering? Call 651-674-1025.
We can't wait to celebrate our child care champions!
Join us for Child Care Champions Training Day on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at North Branch Area High School!
This exciting day is all about learning, connecting, and celebrating the important work you do for children and families!
✅ Earn 6 hours of Develop-approved training
✅ Choose from 9 engaging training topics
✅ Connect with fellow providers and explore valuable resources
✅ Enjoy breakfast, snacks, a taco/burrito bar, and door prizes!
📅 Saturday, January 30, 2027
⏰ 8:00 AM–3:00 PM (doors open at 7:30 AM)
📍 North Branch Area High School
💲 Cost: $50
👕 BONUS! Register by noon on January 4 to receive a FREE T-shirt!
Registration closes at noon on January 25, 2027.
👉 Register today: https://northbranch.arux.app/course/322/fall-2026/child-care-champions-training-day
📞 Questions or need help registering? Call 651-674-1025.
We can't wait to celebrate our child care champions!
We're looking for paraprofessional substitutes to join our team at North Branch Area Public Schools!
Choose the days you're available and make a difference by supporting students of all ages in general education and special education settings.
Interested? Apply today using the link below, or call Heidi at 651-674-1001 to learn more!
Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/northbranch/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?category=Substitute+Paraprofessional
Choose the days you're available and make a difference by supporting students of all ages in general education and special education settings.
Interested? Apply today using the link below, or call Heidi at 651-674-1001 to learn more!
Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/northbranch/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?category=Substitute+Paraprofessional
Announcing: The Viking Floral Fall sale!
Students in the advanced floral design class will again be offering fall arrangements just in time for Thanksgiving! These arrangements make GREAT hostess gifts, or are great to enjoy over your Thanksgiving break.
These Arrangements are made fresh to order and to industry standard under the direction of Agriculture teacher Amanda Cook. Arrangements may be picked up Nov 24th from 3:30 PM-7:00 PM or Wed, Nov 25 from 7:30 AM-3:00 PM from NBAHS Room D129 through Door 37.
District Staff may request delivery to their building by adding the building to their last name in the checkout
(IE: First Name:Amanda Last Name: Cook (HS) District deliveries will be done on Tuesday Nov. 25 from 2:30-3:00
Contact Amanda Cook with Questions: acook@isd138.org
https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/northbranch/stores
Amanda Cook
Agricultural Educator-FFA Advisor
Students in the advanced floral design class will again be offering fall arrangements just in time for Thanksgiving! These arrangements make GREAT hostess gifts, or are great to enjoy over your Thanksgiving break.
These Arrangements are made fresh to order and to industry standard under the direction of Agriculture teacher Amanda Cook. Arrangements may be picked up Nov 24th from 3:30 PM-7:00 PM or Wed, Nov 25 from 7:30 AM-3:00 PM from NBAHS Room D129 through Door 37.
District Staff may request delivery to their building by adding the building to their last name in the checkout
(IE: First Name:Amanda Last Name: Cook (HS) District deliveries will be done on Tuesday Nov. 25 from 2:30-3:00
Contact Amanda Cook with Questions: acook@isd138.org
https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/northbranch/stores
Amanda Cook
Agricultural Educator-FFA Advisor
Good luck to our #2 seeded North Branch Vikings volleyball team as they take on the #1 seeded Princeton Tigers in the Section 7AAA Championship on Wednesday, November 4, at 6:00 PM at Princeton High School!
Tickets are $10 for adults/senior citizens and $5 for students, plus processing fees. All tickets must be purchased with a credit card online through Bound (in advance or at the door).
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2026110202215158145634ae0c4e542/checkout
Pack the stands with RED and WHITE and cheer on our Vikings as they battle for a trip to the State Tournament!
Tickets are $10 for adults/senior citizens and $5 for students, plus processing fees. All tickets must be purchased with a credit card online through Bound (in advance or at the door).
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2026110202215158145634ae0c4e542/checkout
Pack the stands with RED and WHITE and cheer on our Vikings as they battle for a trip to the State Tournament!
🎨🎄 Get Ready for the North Branch Arts Fest! 🎄🎨
Mark your calendars for one of our community's favorite holiday shopping traditions! 🛍️✨
Join North Branch Area Community Education for our annual Arts Fest, featuring over 200 talented crafters! Discover unique handmade gifts, beautiful home décor, holiday treasures, and so much more. It's the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping while supporting talented artisans!
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 North Branch Area High School
38175 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN
🎟️ Admission: Just $2!
🚌 FREE shuttle service from the North Branch Area Middle School parking lot (9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.).
🥫 Help us give back! Please bring a nonperishable food item to support our local food shelf.
Please note: No strollers or pets.
❤️ Shop local. Support crafters. Celebrate community!
Grab your friends and family, and make a day of it! We can't wait to see you at Arts Fest!
📣 Help us spread the word by sharing this post!
Mark your calendars for one of our community's favorite holiday shopping traditions! 🛍️✨
Join North Branch Area Community Education for our annual Arts Fest, featuring over 200 talented crafters! Discover unique handmade gifts, beautiful home décor, holiday treasures, and so much more. It's the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping while supporting talented artisans!
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 North Branch Area High School
38175 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN
🎟️ Admission: Just $2!
🚌 FREE shuttle service from the North Branch Area Middle School parking lot (9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.).
🥫 Help us give back! Please bring a nonperishable food item to support our local food shelf.
Please note: No strollers or pets.
❤️ Shop local. Support crafters. Celebrate community!
Grab your friends and family, and make a day of it! We can't wait to see you at Arts Fest!
📣 Help us spread the word by sharing this post!
🏓 PICKLEBALL IS BACK AT NORTH BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL! 🏓
🍂 We sure enjoyed a beautiful October with plenty of opportunities to get outside! But as the temperatures begin to drop, maybe you're ready to bring your fun and fitness indoors!
North Branch Community Education's Open Pickleball is underway, and we'd love to see you on the courts! Whether you're a regular player or just looking for a fun way to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition, come join us!
🏓 OPEN PICKLEBALL HOURS
Mondays: 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 8:00–11:00 a.m.
Check attached image for available dates for each of these times.
📍 Location: North Branch High School — Enter Door #11
💲 Cost: $5 per session OR purchase a punch card for $20 (5 sessions)!
📅 Check out the attached schedule for specific dates we're playing through March!
No need to let the cooler weather slow you down. Grab your paddle, invite a friend, and join us for some pickleball fun!
❓ Questions? Call North Branch Community Education at 651-674-1025.
🍂 We sure enjoyed a beautiful October with plenty of opportunities to get outside! But as the temperatures begin to drop, maybe you're ready to bring your fun and fitness indoors!
North Branch Community Education's Open Pickleball is underway, and we'd love to see you on the courts! Whether you're a regular player or just looking for a fun way to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition, come join us!
🏓 OPEN PICKLEBALL HOURS
Mondays: 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 8:00–11:00 a.m.
Check attached image for available dates for each of these times.
📍 Location: North Branch High School — Enter Door #11
💲 Cost: $5 per session OR purchase a punch card for $20 (5 sessions)!
📅 Check out the attached schedule for specific dates we're playing through March!
No need to let the cooler weather slow you down. Grab your paddle, invite a friend, and join us for some pickleball fun!
❓ Questions? Call North Branch Community Education at 651-674-1025.
NBAMS students had the opportunity to create a Peace Poster for a contest with the North Branch Lions Club. Art teacher, Lee Ann Falen, and Lions Club member, Bob Olsen, worked together to offer students the challenge of visually representing what the contest theme of "Harmony in Humanity" could look like. Students with birthdays between the dates of 11.16.2012 and 11.15.2015 were eligible to participate. A total of 18 students submitted a poster project.
The final results were:
1st place with $100 prize--7th grader Rowan Hagenbuch
2nd place with $75 prize--8th grader Mercy Havrilla
3rd place with $50 prize--8th grader Molly Williams
The next step is having Rowan’s drawing move on to another round of judging. This is an international contest, so only one project from many countries will be chosen as the overall winner. A HUGE thank you to the North Branch Lions Club for hosting the contest and for the generous cash prizes!
The final results were:
1st place with $100 prize--7th grader Rowan Hagenbuch
2nd place with $75 prize--8th grader Mercy Havrilla
3rd place with $50 prize--8th grader Molly Williams
The next step is having Rowan’s drawing move on to another round of judging. This is an international contest, so only one project from many countries will be chosen as the overall winner. A HUGE thank you to the North Branch Lions Club for hosting the contest and for the generous cash prizes!
Homecoming Week kicked off with Coronation! Huge congratulations to Isaiah Yang and Reese Moryn for being crowned Homecoming King and Queen, and to the entire Homecoming Court for showing what Viking Pride is all about!
Treat your Valentine with flowers! Viking Advanced Floral Class is offering single stem flowers for sale to students during lunches Thursday, Feb. 13. Students can purchase roses for $4/stem or carnations for $2/stem. All flowers include a water tube, bow and valentine card. Valentines will delivered Friday, Feb 14 during Block 4. Proceeds fund opportunities for the NBAHS Agriculture students.
Yesterday, representatives of the NBAEF visited NBAPS to announce 2025 grant recipients. Read all about it and see all the photos here: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid025UZBcnYFvBqSYco3z6B1UyvDwnsrHNdEax3TjPbddPoyvjm5eHxgfgsLXJZoAUx5l
Quarter 2 Honor Roll and On a Roll students in Grades 6, 7 and 8 were recognized this past week and a whole bunch of photos of students are posted to Facebook . Check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid0yB8yKRZFkixMqVzjV1UPJEzwjqQhguQ43fUnAAUGWsrG36ipd8Sms835RX8BYSQBl
Coming up in Community Ed!
Valentine Cookie Decorating Class Feb 13 / 5-7 PM
Trees Feb 13 / 6:30-8:30 PM
Blueberries in Your Own Garden Feb 13 / 6-7 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
📣 Tonight is the night! 🎉
Parents of incoming kindergartners, join us for our Parent Information Night!
📅 When: Tuesday, Feb. 4
⏰ Time: 6 – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: North Branch Area Education Center (38705 Grand Ave, North Branch, MN)
💡 What’s in it for you?
Learn all about what North Branch Area Public Schools has to offer your future kindergartner!
Get your questions answered and feel prepared for this exciting milestone.
BONUS: Child care is available!
Let's get ready to welcome the Class of 2038 and our newest Vikings! 🛡️🖤❤️
Tag your fellow parents and spread the word. We can't wait to see you there!
📞 Questions? Call us at 651-674-1220.
Interested in attending NBAPS' Friday, Feb. 14 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.
Excitement is growing for Joe Beckman's FREE community event on Thursday, Feb. 20. Join us and reclaim human connection! The event is sure to inspire and illuminate. We'll see you there!
Coming up in Community Ed!
Galentine's Candle Making Class Ages 15 and older Feb 4 / 6-8 PM
Winter Tennis Camp - Grades 2-5 Starts Feb 4 / 2:45-4:15 PM
Winter Tennis Camp - Grade 6 Starts Feb 6 / 3-4:30 PM
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing Feb 6 / 5:30-7:30 PM
Good Night Moon with Kidcreate Studio (18 months-6 years) Feb 5 / 5-6 PM
Alcohol Ink Feb 5 / 6:30-8 PM
Floral Design of the Month-Valentine Design Feb 12 / 6-7:30 PM
Posture and Osteoporosis Workshop: Building Better Bones Virtual Workshop Feb 11 / 6-7:30 PM
Social Security Facts and Strategies Feb 11 / 6:30-8 PM
Pickleball Lessons Starts Feb 10 / 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.
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
NBAHS ProStart students William Warner and Ady Schloer are featured in the Star Tribune this week, making their smoked salmon crostini at a January 22 fundraiser at the Four Seasons in Minneapolis. SKOL! and congrats to William and Ady! Read the article here: https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-high-school-chef-prostart-culinary-restaurant-program/601214099
(Photo by the Star Tribune's Jeff Wheeler)