The Viking Newsletter - November 2024 is now available! Read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/yuq7w
Coming up in Community Ed!
Pickleball Lessons Starts Dec 2 / 5-6:30 PM
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing - Dec 5 / 5:30 - 7:45 PM
Christmas Cookie Decorating Class Dec 6 / 5-7 PM
Monthly Meal Planning Virtual Class Dec 7 / 3-5 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
Four hundred students in Grades 6 - 8 made the Quarter 1 A or B Honor Rolls. Well done middle schoolers!
Book fairs at North Branch Area Middle School and the Sunrise River School are happening now! Both fairs are located in the media center and are open now through conferences the morning of Nov. 27. Additional information, ewallet set up, and online shopping can be found at: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/fair-finder.html
Coming up in Community Ed!
Winter Card Rubber Stamping Nov 18 / 7-9 PM
Medicare 101 Nov 19 / 6:30-8 PM
Christmas Cookie Decorating Class Dec 6 / 5-7 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
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. Sounds like fun!
SKOL! and congratulations to NBAHS's Sophia Benedict. She has been selected to the Class AAA All-State Volleyball Team by the Minnesota Volleyball Coaches Association. Way to go!
The NB Amerian Indian Parent Advisory Committee is hosting the Native American Heritage Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 21, 6 - 7:30 pm, at the North Branch Area Education Center (38705 Grand Ave.). If you've never attended, these events are great fun and a chance to learn too!
SKOL! and congratulation to NBAHS seniors Ella Kuhlman and Jordan Stumm! Yesterday afternoon, both signed letters of intent to attend Concordia, St. Paul next year and will continue their athletic careers; Ella in Basketball and Jordan in Cross Country/Track.
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT TONIGHT!
THE FENTANYL CRISIS
📅 November 12 | 5-8 PM
📍 North Branch High School Cafeteria
🍕 Free pizza (5:30-6:15 PM)
Learn about the dangers of fentanyl poisoning.
Hear from experts and families impacted.
Hosted by:
Fentanyl Free Communities Foundation
Chisago County Opioid Action Council
North Branch Community Education
Come for knowledge, support, and hope. Together, we can make a difference.
#OnePillCanKill #FentanylAwareness #OpioidCrisis #CommunitySupport #FightForChange #FentanylFreeFoundation
#PAUSE4Life
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
📚✨ Evening Family Preschool – Fun for All Ages! ✨📚
Join us Tuesdays from 5:30-7 PM for stories, songs, and playtime in the Move & Learn room! Plus, parents get a chance to connect and discuss current parenting topics.
🗓️ Fall Session: Sept 17 – Dec 17 (No class Nov 5 & 26)
💲 Cost: Call about prorated amount based on classes left or scholarships!
📞 Call 651-674-1220 or scan the QR code below to register today!
Let’s learn and grow together as a family!
This week, students in 8th Grade World Cultures learned how to play Dara, a traditional Nigerian strategy game played across all of Northern Africa.
Students learned about how traditions are passed on through storytelling, and that's how this game has been passed from generation to generation. This game is believed to have been created to teach children critical thinking, strategy, and observation skills that could be transferred to hunting and trading situations.
In Africa, kids dig a grid in the ground, find some stones and sticks, and play against each other that way. Our students played with paper and colored blocks. It was a hit with everyone!
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.
SKOL! and congratulations to NBAHS's Sophia Benedict. She has been selected to the Class AAA All-State Volleyball Team by the Minnesota Volleyball Coaches Association. Way to go!
This past Friday, NBAHS Air Force JROTC cadets competed in the 2024 Viking Challenge against other Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps JROTC units from across the region. Their hard work, teamwork, and dedication truly paid off, and they brought home multiple trophies in a range of events!
Event Results:
Knowledge Bowl – 1st Place
Ethan Thelander, Madison Moran, Mars Lairson, and Rosina Gilkerson
Varsity Regulation Drill – 2nd Place
Lily Roderick (Commander), Jasmin Suppon, Hailey Payne, Connor Wessel, Amandy Yang, Mars Lairson, Rayne Yang, Jackson Thelander, Alex Xiong, and Evelina Gilkerson
JV Regulation Drill – 2nd Place
Connor Wessel (Commander), Jackson Thelander, Alex Xiong, Samantha Johnson, Mitchell Lutz, Raymond Johnson, and Evalynn Lee
Varsity Color Guard – 3rd Place
Hailey Payne (Commander), Connor Wessel, Lily Roderick, and Mars Lairson
JV Color Guard – 3rd Place
Mitchell Lutz (Commander), Evalynn Lee, Alex Xiong, and Jackson Thelander
Drone Team – 2nd Place
Ekin Lor, Blong Thor, Yileng Moua, and Megan Brynjulfson
Drone Individual – 3rd Place
Amandy Yang
Unit Personnel Inspection – 3rd Place
Jackson Thelander (Commander), Lily Roderick, Hailey Payne, Connor Wessel, Mars Lairson, Evelina Gilkerson, Amandy Yang, Rayne Yang, and Jasmin Suppon
Fitness Competition – 3rd Place
Jordan Stumm, Ethan Thelander, Mars Lairson, Ekin Lor, Joey Moua, Chuyee Vang, Rayne Yang, and Evelina Gilkerson
Those who did not compete in events were instrumental to planning, organizing, and setting up the Viking Challenge, ensuring visiting schools received a warm Viking welcome, showcasing our pride in hosting such a successful event.
SKOL! and way to go cadets!
✨ Reminder: Tiny Prom is Tomorrow! ✨
Join us for "A Night to Remember" at the North Branch Area Education Center! 🕺💃
🗓 Thursday, Nov. 7
⏰ 5:30 - 7 PM
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
Both adults and children are invited to dress up, dance, and enjoy some tasty treats! This special evening is open to students in kindergarten and younger, and admission is free. We can’t wait to see everyone there!
Feel free to invite friends and make this a night to remember! 🌟
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!
Get ready to make a difference in our community! The NBAMS Student Council is excited to announce the annual Homeroom Food Drive Competition. Let's show our NBAMS school spirit and support the Viking Vittles program.
How to Participate:
Collect: Gather canned goods or non-perishable food items.
Compete: Homerooms will compete against other homerooms in your grade level to see who can collect the most food.
Donate: Bring donations to homeroom. The Food Drive will begin on Wednesday, Nov. 6 and end on Friday, Nov. 22.
The winning homerooms in each grade level will receive a special prize!
Let's work together to make a positive impact. Every item counts!
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.
