Congratulations to NBAPS' Leadership in Educational Excellence Award winners for 2025! They are (l to r): Matt Lattimore, Taylor Neil, Maggie Hubbling, and Amanda Cook, pictured with David Treichel, Director of Teaching and Learning.
Chisago County Health & Human Services is hosting its 7th annual Operation Community Connect (OCC) event on Thursday, Oct. 16 at North Branch Area High School. This event is free and open to all Chisago County residents. See flier for further details!
Congratulations to North Branch Area Public Schools' winners of the 2025 Educational Support Staff (ESS) award! They are (l to r): Michelle VanEerden, Nichol Smith, and Kathleen Wessel, with Director of Teaching and Learning David Treichel. Not pictured is winner Julie Anderson.
Coming up in Community Ed!
Strong is the New Skinny! Total Body Strengtheners You Can Do At Home Virtual Class / September 30 / 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Essentrics: Restorative Fitness Class / Starts October 1 / 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Men's Open Basketball / Starts October 1 / 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Another One Bites the Crust (Children's Cooking Class) Grades 1- 5 / October 1 / 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Pretty in Pink (Children's Cooking Class) Grades1- 5 / October 1 / 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing - Ages 3 and older / October 2 / 6:00 - 7:45
Multiplayer Minecraft: Survival Challenge Virtual Class / October 4 / 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Old House with Fence - Acrylic Painting Class / Starts October 7 / 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
Strong is the New Skinny! Total Body Strengtheners You Can Do At Home Virtual Class / September 30 / 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Essentrics: Restorative Fitness Class / Starts October 1 / 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Men's Open Basketball / Starts October 1 / 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Another One Bites the Crust (Children's Cooking Class) Grades 1- 5 / October 1 / 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Pretty in Pink (Children's Cooking Class) Grades1- 5 / October 1 / 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing - Ages 3 and older / October 2 / 6:00 - 7:45
Multiplayer Minecraft: Survival Challenge Virtual Class / October 4 / 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Old House with Fence - Acrylic Painting Class / Starts October 7 / 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
The Viking Newsletter - Sept./Oct. 2025 is now available! You can access the newsletter here: https://secure.smore.com/n/k6zve5
Congratulations to Allen Everett and Jade Knoespel, your Homecoming King and Queen for 2025!
Homecoming Week is rapidly approaching! Here’s what you can expect:
Friday, Sept. 26 - Coronation in NBAHS west gym, 8:15 am
Monday, Sept. 29:
Football: JV @ HOME vs. Cloquet - 4:30 pm
Soccer: JV Girls/Boys @ Princeton - 4:30/6:15 pm
Soccer: Varsity Boys/Girls @ Princeton - 5:00/7:00 pm
Tuesday, Sept. 30:
Cross Country: JV/V Girls/Boys @ Grand National Golf Club - 4:00pm
Soccer: JV/V Boys @ Cloquet - 5:00/7:00 pm
Volleyball: 9A/B/JV/Varsity @ Princeton- 5:00/5:30/5:30/7:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct. 1:
Pickleball Palooza @ 4:30 pm
Powder Buff Volleyball @ 6:00 pm
Powder Puff Football @ 7:30 pm
Tuesday, Oct. 2:
Football: 9 @ St Cloud Apollo - 4:30 pm
Soccer: JV/V Boys @ Mesabi East - 5:00 / 7:00 pm
Volleyball: 9/B/JV/Varsity @ HOME vs Andover - 5:00/5:30/5:30/7:00 pm
Friday, Oct. 3:
PEPFEST @ 2:00 pm
PARADE @ Maple Street Route - 3:15 pm
TAILGATE @ Plaza/Parking Lots - 4:00 - 4:45 pm
Football: Varsity @ HOME vs. Grand Rapids - 6:00pm
Fireworks Briefly after the game!
Friday, Sept. 26 - Coronation in NBAHS west gym, 8:15 am
Monday, Sept. 29:
Football: JV @ HOME vs. Cloquet - 4:30 pm
Soccer: JV Girls/Boys @ Princeton - 4:30/6:15 pm
Soccer: Varsity Boys/Girls @ Princeton - 5:00/7:00 pm
Tuesday, Sept. 30:
Cross Country: JV/V Girls/Boys @ Grand National Golf Club - 4:00pm
Soccer: JV/V Boys @ Cloquet - 5:00/7:00 pm
Volleyball: 9A/B/JV/Varsity @ Princeton- 5:00/5:30/5:30/7:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct. 1:
Pickleball Palooza @ 4:30 pm
Powder Buff Volleyball @ 6:00 pm
Powder Puff Football @ 7:30 pm
Tuesday, Oct. 2:
Football: 9 @ St Cloud Apollo - 4:30 pm
Soccer: JV/V Boys @ Mesabi East - 5:00 / 7:00 pm
Volleyball: 9/B/JV/Varsity @ HOME vs Andover - 5:00/5:30/5:30/7:00 pm
Friday, Oct. 3:
PEPFEST @ 2:00 pm
PARADE @ Maple Street Route - 3:15 pm
TAILGATE @ Plaza/Parking Lots - 4:00 - 4:45 pm
Football: Varsity @ HOME vs. Grand Rapids - 6:00pm
Fireworks Briefly after the game!
Calling all Pickleballers! Sign up for Homecoming Pickleball Palooza on Oct. 1 at 4:30 p.m. at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiwGgqgXrsy3u4rn-2AEje76p1dDBLAfN9hh5P0ubuW5SXDA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=110651287933064995493
There will be upper and lower divisions for the tournament. Pre-registration will help determine the teams in each bracket and the number of courts needed for each division.
There will be upper and lower divisions for the tournament. Pre-registration will help determine the teams in each bracket and the number of courts needed for each division.
Congratulations to Hannah Wirtz (10th grade) and Logen Schedlbauer (11th)! They were recognized this week as the 5th and 6th NBAHS students to complete the Ford ACE program.
Representatives of Anderson Koch Ford, Ford corporate, school staff, and family were on hand to celebrate Hannah and Logen's accomplishment. Ford presented each with a DeWalt impact wrench and noted that NBAHS has had more students complete the ACE program than any school in the region and, perhaps, the entire midwest.
SKOL! to these enterprising Vikings!
Representatives of Anderson Koch Ford, Ford corporate, school staff, and family were on hand to celebrate Hannah and Logen's accomplishment. Ford presented each with a DeWalt impact wrench and noted that NBAHS has had more students complete the ACE program than any school in the region and, perhaps, the entire midwest.
SKOL! to these enterprising Vikings!
Vikings football players and coaches are again hosting Viking Victory Day on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 5:30 - 6:30 pm at the high school stadium. All special needs students, grades K-12, are invited to come spend some time with the team!
Interested families please RSVP to Coach Voss at jvoss@isd138.org by October 6. If families have any questions or concerns, they too are encouraged to contact Coach Voss. See flier for additional details.
This is one of those events that makes being a Vikings fan so easy, and the kids have such a great time playing with, and learning from, the team and coaches. SKOL!
Interested families please RSVP to Coach Voss at jvoss@isd138.org by October 6. If families have any questions or concerns, they too are encouraged to contact Coach Voss. See flier for additional details.
This is one of those events that makes being a Vikings fan so easy, and the kids have such a great time playing with, and learning from, the team and coaches. SKOL!
The Vikettes have two awesome events coming up this week for younger students!
On September 25, Vikettes are hosting "Vikettes Prep Clinic Grades 4-6" in the Sunrise gym. Sign up here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/4115/public/1/sp/
On September 26, they will be hosting "Parents' Night Out-Kids Fun Night with the Vikettes Ages 3-12" also at Sunrise. Sign up here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/4115/public/1/sp/
These events are perfect for younger kids interested in dance! For more information about each event, click the links above.
On September 25, Vikettes are hosting "Vikettes Prep Clinic Grades 4-6" in the Sunrise gym. Sign up here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/4115/public/1/sp/
On September 26, they will be hosting "Parents' Night Out-Kids Fun Night with the Vikettes Ages 3-12" also at Sunrise. Sign up here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/4115/public/1/sp/
These events are perfect for younger kids interested in dance! For more information about each event, click the links above.
Here is a schedule of Homecoming events at the Ed Center. SKOL!
Here is a schedule of Homecoming events at Sunrise. SKOL!
Here is a schedule of Homecoming events at the middle school. SKOL!
Here is a schedule of Homecoming events at the high school. SKOL!
Ladies and gentlemen, I give you your 2025-26 Homecoming Court!
Back (l to r): Jacob Edmonds, Brady Barie, Jacob Knoespel, Vincent Dufeck, Allen Everett
Front: Annabelle Lattimore, Heidi Hedberg, Kailie Kopp, Jade Knoespel, Greta Cady
SKOL!
The coronation is scheduled for this Friday morning. Good luck to all the court!
Back (l to r): Jacob Edmonds, Brady Barie, Jacob Knoespel, Vincent Dufeck, Allen Everett
Front: Annabelle Lattimore, Heidi Hedberg, Kailie Kopp, Jade Knoespel, Greta Cady
SKOL!
The coronation is scheduled for this Friday morning. Good luck to all the court!
On September 21, members of the North Branch FFA volunteered at the Almelund Apple Festival running Kid’s Corner with the Carlsted Family. Members helped kids “doing to learn” about the traditions of our rural ancestors by shelling and milling corn, washing clothing, woodcarving, stamping leather, and grinding and making play sausage. FFA is an intracurricular activity at NBAHS which focuses on building leadership through service and agriculture education.
Dates for 2025-26 Patron Tours have now been selected! They are as follows:
Friday, Oct. 24
Friday, Dec. 12
Friday, Feb. 20
Friday, April 17
As in the past, Patron Tours will run 7:45 am to 12:30 pm. Each tour will start with an opportunity to meet and talk with Supt. Paul, and then proceed to visit all district schools/sites before we enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by ProStart students at the high school. It remains the single best way to learn a lot about the district quickly.
Anyone interested in any of the four tours can contact Community Relations Coordinator Patrick Tepoorten at ptepoorten@isd138.org or 651-674-1018.
We hope to see you there!
Friday, Oct. 24
Friday, Dec. 12
Friday, Feb. 20
Friday, April 17
As in the past, Patron Tours will run 7:45 am to 12:30 pm. Each tour will start with an opportunity to meet and talk with Supt. Paul, and then proceed to visit all district schools/sites before we enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by ProStart students at the high school. It remains the single best way to learn a lot about the district quickly.
Anyone interested in any of the four tours can contact Community Relations Coordinator Patrick Tepoorten at ptepoorten@isd138.org or 651-674-1018.
We hope to see you there!
Coming up in Community Ed!
Social Security Facts and Strategies September 23 / 6:30 - 8 PM
Little Stomper Beginner Clogging Class Ages 3 - 7 / Starts September 25 / 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Beginner Kids Clogging Ages 8 - 12 Starts September 25 / 5:15 - 5:45 PM
Beginner Teen/Adult Clogging Ages 13-Adult Starts September 25 / 6 - 6:30 PM
Parents Night Out-Kids Fun Nightwith the Vikettes Ages 3-12 / September 26 5:30 - 9 PM
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People Virtual Class Ages 13 - Adult / September 27 / 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People Virtual Class Ages 13 - Adult / September 27 / 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Empowered Aging: Take Control of Your Health and Peel Off Your BioAge Virtual Workshop / September 29 / 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Flag Football Grades 2 and 3 Starts September 29 / 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
Social Security Facts and Strategies September 23 / 6:30 - 8 PM
Little Stomper Beginner Clogging Class Ages 3 - 7 / Starts September 25 / 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Beginner Kids Clogging Ages 8 - 12 Starts September 25 / 5:15 - 5:45 PM
Beginner Teen/Adult Clogging Ages 13-Adult Starts September 25 / 6 - 6:30 PM
Parents Night Out-Kids Fun Nightwith the Vikettes Ages 3-12 / September 26 5:30 - 9 PM
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People Virtual Class Ages 13 - Adult / September 27 / 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People Virtual Class Ages 13 - Adult / September 27 / 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Empowered Aging: Take Control of Your Health and Peel Off Your BioAge Virtual Workshop / September 29 / 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Flag Football Grades 2 and 3 Starts September 29 / 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
🚽✨ Flush the Fuss: Potty Training Made Easy! ✨🚽
Is your little one ready to take the next big step? Join us for a parent class full of proven strategies, tips, and tools to make potty training smoother and less stressful!
👶 Learn:
✔️ Signs your child is ready
✔️ How to create a positive potty training experience
✔️ Ways to handle common challenges
📅 Tuesday, September 23rd
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM (Dinner available 5:00–5:30)
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
💲 $10 per family (includes dinner!)
👉 Registration is required!
Sign up here: www.nbaceonline.org
📞 Questions? Call 651-674-1220
Leave feeling confident and prepared for this exciting milestone. 🌟
Is your little one ready to take the next big step? Join us for a parent class full of proven strategies, tips, and tools to make potty training smoother and less stressful!
👶 Learn:
✔️ Signs your child is ready
✔️ How to create a positive potty training experience
✔️ Ways to handle common challenges
📅 Tuesday, September 23rd
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM (Dinner available 5:00–5:30)
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
💲 $10 per family (includes dinner!)
👉 Registration is required!
Sign up here: www.nbaceonline.org
📞 Questions? Call 651-674-1220
Leave feeling confident and prepared for this exciting milestone. 🌟
