Join us for a FREE Community Vehicle Fair!
Bring the whole family for a fun, hands-on evening exploring vehicles from around our community. Kids of all ages will have the chance to get up close to amazing vehicles and meet the people who operate them.
Wednesday, May 20
5–7 PM
North Branch Education Center Bus Corral
38705 Grand Ave.
North Branch, MN 55056
Vehicles may include:
• Emergency Vehicles
• Garbage Truck
• School Bus
• Construction Equipment
• Semi Truck
• Food/Ice Cream Truck available for purchase
This FREE event is hosted by North Branch Community Education and Early Childhood.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Bring the whole family for a fun, hands-on evening exploring vehicles from around our community. Kids of all ages will have the chance to get up close to amazing vehicles and meet the people who operate them.
Wednesday, May 20
5–7 PM
North Branch Education Center Bus Corral
38705 Grand Ave.
North Branch, MN 55056
Vehicles may include:
• Emergency Vehicles
• Garbage Truck
• School Bus
• Construction Equipment
• Semi Truck
• Food/Ice Cream Truck available for purchase
This FREE event is hosted by North Branch Community Education and Early Childhood.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Preschool Enrollment is Open at NBAPS!
Help your child learn, grow, and thrive in a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment! Our experienced preschool teachers encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through hands-on learning and meaningful peer interactions. ❤️📚
✨ Tuition assistance available
✨ Hands-on learning experiences
✨ Build confidence with peers
✨ Inspire a love for learning
Register now — classes are filling fast!
📍 Visit: northbranch.arux.app
📞 Call: 651-674-1220
Help your child learn, grow, and thrive in a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment! Our experienced preschool teachers encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through hands-on learning and meaningful peer interactions. ❤️📚
✨ Tuition assistance available
✨ Hands-on learning experiences
✨ Build confidence with peers
✨ Inspire a love for learning
Register now — classes are filling fast!
📍 Visit: northbranch.arux.app
📞 Call: 651-674-1220

SPREAD THE WORD: The 4th Annual Drum and Dance is coming May 15!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!


Photos from this morning's Walk and Roll to School event are now available at the NBAPS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid02wcXYNgkqBpVRQEGf8KipSJRxRiKfk7b1Q6ZzjTxT1bsqAhawFzMv22nPfdaEZNrjl
Many thanks to all who joined the district, the City of North Branch, Chisago County SHIP, and the NBPD and NBFD this morning for a rather crisp Walk and Roll to School Day! Thanks also to St. Gregory's for letting us use their lot to gather in the morning.
Many thanks to all who joined the district, the City of North Branch, Chisago County SHIP, and the NBPD and NBFD this morning for a rather crisp Walk and Roll to School Day! Thanks also to St. Gregory's for letting us use their lot to gather in the morning.
SPREAD THE WORD: The 4th Annual Drum and Dance is coming May 15!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!


Kindergarten presents "We're Going to the Farm" concerts on both Tuesday, May 5, and Thursday, May 7. Both concerts start at 1:30 p.m. in the North Branch Area Education Center cafeteria. See flier for details.
If you are unable to attend either of these shows, but would like to see them, you can livestream them at these links:
Tuesday, May 5: https://youtube.com/live/Tq-Ba5n8P_k?feature=share
Thursday, May 7: https://youtube.com/live/BYInDfi1mg8?feature=share
If you are unable to attend either of these shows, but would like to see them, you can livestream them at these links:
Tuesday, May 5: https://youtube.com/live/Tq-Ba5n8P_k?feature=share
Thursday, May 7: https://youtube.com/live/BYInDfi1mg8?feature=share

SPREAD THE WORD: The 4th Annual Drum and Dance is coming May 15!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!


The advanced floral design class at NBAHS is preparing for a spring sale in advance of Mother's Day. A variety of arrangements are available for pickup or delivery to district sites on May 7, and can be viewed here: https://tinyurl.com/3vs6fjwu
All Arrangements are prepared to industry standard and proceeds benefit the agriculture program at NBAHS. Order yours here: https://gofan.co/event/6557728?schoolId=MN19629_2
For questions, contact Amanda Cook at: acook@isd138.org.
All Arrangements are prepared to industry standard and proceeds benefit the agriculture program at NBAHS. Order yours here: https://gofan.co/event/6557728?schoolId=MN19629_2
For questions, contact Amanda Cook at: acook@isd138.org.

Walk and Roll to School is already just a week away! Participants will meet at St. Gregory's on Wednesday May 6, starting at 7:05 am, with the walk to follow at 7:15 am. See flier for more details.
We hope to see you there!
We hope to see you there!

Viking Newsletter - April 2026 is now available at this link: https://app.smore.com/n/garfq
SPREAD THE WORD: The 4th Annual Drum and Dance is coming May 15!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!
A meal will be served from 5:30 - 6 pm with an exhibition and student honors to follow. See flier for more details and to RSVP , or click this link to RSVP form: https://tinyurl.com/2pt3t9pd
We'll see you there!


Career Day Car Show 2.0 is next Friday, May 8, and the event is looking for volunteers to come show their rides! There's door prizes and more. Scan the QR or use this link to sign up: https://tinyurl.com/5n83s5bp, and see the flier for more details.

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!
TOMORROW NIGHT: NBAPS is proud to welcome Jackie Bird, renowned Native American singer, hoop dancer, storyteller, and puppeteer, for an evening of storytelling!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch this Friday, April 24.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch this Friday, April 24.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!



🚽✨ Potty Training Support for Parents! ✨🚽
Is your child showing signs they might be ready for potty training? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself!
Join us for a supportive, judgment-free session where we’ll talk about:
👶 Signs of readiness
🧠 How to support your child’s development
💡 Practical tips and strategies
💛 Handling setbacks with confidence
Potty training can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools and encouragement, it can be a positive experience for both you and your child!
📅 Check out the flyer for details and registration info—we’d love to have you join us!
Is your child showing signs they might be ready for potty training? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself!
Join us for a supportive, judgment-free session where we’ll talk about:
👶 Signs of readiness
🧠 How to support your child’s development
💡 Practical tips and strategies
💛 Handling setbacks with confidence
Potty training can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools and encouragement, it can be a positive experience for both you and your child!
📅 Check out the flyer for details and registration info—we’d love to have you join us!

SPREAD THE WORD: NBAPS is proud to welcome Jackie Bird, renowned Native American singer, hoop dancer, storyteller, and puppeteer, for an evening of storytelling!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch this Friday, April 24.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch this Friday, April 24.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!



SPREAD THE WORD: NBAPS is proud to welcome Jackie Bird, renowned Native American singer, hoop dancer, storyteller, and puppeteer, for an evening of storytelling!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch this Friday, April 24.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!



PLEASE SHARE: Help us spread the word about next Friday's Storytelling Event with Jackie Bird, nationally renowned Native American singer, hoop dancer, storyteller, and puppeteer!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!
Jackie has shared Indigenous culture around the world, including a performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics, and is bringing her talents right here to North Branch.
This event is FREE from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the NBAHS glass classroom. See flier for details and RSVP using the QR code. We'll see you there!



What an amazing Grandparents Day Open House!
We welcomed over 300 adults and 130 children for a fun-filled evening. Grandparents, family members, and friends were invited to explore the school alongside a special preschooler in their lives.
Families enjoyed board games, playdough, dramatic play, building activities, crafts, snacks, and a photo booth.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. We loved seeing our classrooms filled with so much joy and connection!
We welcomed over 300 adults and 130 children for a fun-filled evening. Grandparents, family members, and friends were invited to explore the school alongside a special preschooler in their lives.
Families enjoyed board games, playdough, dramatic play, building activities, crafts, snacks, and a photo booth.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. We loved seeing our classrooms filled with so much joy and connection!
We had a 6/7 kind of day celebrating the 67th day of school! 🎉
Ms. Carmen and Ms. Lorie’s classrooms had an amazing day counting, comparing, dancing, singing, and snacking with the numbers 6 and 7. From creative activities to joyful movement, our students brought learning to life in the most fun and engaging ways!
Ms. Carmen and Ms. Lorie’s classrooms had an amazing day counting, comparing, dancing, singing, and snacking with the numbers 6 and 7. From creative activities to joyful movement, our students brought learning to life in the most fun and engaging ways!







