North Branch Area High School

Here's some great photos taken of the 2025 Viking Challenge by Communications Squadron Commander, Cadet Tracy Vang!

The Challenge went great for the Vikings. Both the JV and Varsity Drill Teams performed exceptionally well, earning third place in Team Commander Inspection, Color Guard, Unarmed Exhibition Drill, and Unarmed Regulation Drill. They also earned second place in the Drone Competition, and Raymond Johnson took first place in Individual Drone with the fastest time of the day. At the end of the competition, the Vikings finished third overall!

To read more, and see more photos of the event, go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17GXkhrySr/

The fall play, The Suessification of A Midsummer Night's Dream, is less than a month away! The show runs from November 21 through November 23, and tickets are $12. See the flier for more details and scan the QR for tickets.

Welding students at NBAHS said "thank you" to Airgas this week! NBAHS applied for and received a $5,000 grant from Airgas to purchase a new multi-process welder, a welding coupon bend tester, and a large handful of other supplies used in the shop.

NBAHS is proud to be growing a strong welding and metal fabrication program and expanding a wide range of Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities for students. These programs are designed to help students discover their passions, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for successful futures in high-demand industries that offer sustainable wages and valuable, industry-recognized credentials.

SKOL! and thanks to Airgas for partnering with NBAHS to strengthen these opportunities!

SKOL! and congratulations to Sharleen Garcia-Velazquez and Sharis Garcia-Velazquez on being named to the Minnesota Soccer Coaches Association All-State Teams! 🌟

Sharleen earned First Team honors, and Sharis was selected to the Second Team. We’re so proud of your hard work, leadership, and dedication on the field. SKOL Vikings!

High school activities is hosting its winter sports meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28. The accompanying graphic contains more specific information about meeting locations

Students from the All Culture Club staffed concessions for Tuesday night's Vikings football quarterfinal win over Rock Ridge. They were raising money for the All Culture Club, which empowers students to lead activities that celebrate and promote the many cultures represented in our schools. SKOL! and thanks!

SKOL! and congratulations to Senior Jacob Edmonds and Junior Jackson Puelston! They are the first NBAHS boys soccer players selected to the Minnesota Soccer Coaches Association All-State Second Team; in the top 3% of Class AA players in the state. Way to represent, Vikings!

Congratulations to our North Branch Girls' Tennis Team on an outstanding season, finishing the Section 7AA Runner-up! We're so proud of the way these athletes competed and represented North Branch with grit, class, and heart. SKOL!

The Section 7AA Team Finals start at 2pm at Virginia Indoor Tennis Club!

SKOL!

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Thanks to the City of North Branch, Chisago County SHIP, the NBPD and the NBFD, and all the students and parents for joining us this morning for a rather brisk Walk and Roll to School! It seems like the event gets a bit bigger every time and it's great to see so many faces familiar from previous events.

Today we celebrated the completion of the CR30 project, including new sidewalk from Maple St. to the library, and new crosswalks across CR30, made possible through Safe Routes to School funding doggedly pursued by the city. Many thanks to Community Development Director Nate Sondrol for his work to secure planning and construction funds! You can see all of the photos from the event here: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid02VDcQ5RbEU3RuzjqUHrSv7bVT9FjzMWVBVXP49ig3GDyJLs2UkowVgFyjiCmXQ8F1l

A tip of the cap to these four students in Autos 3! Eli K., Caleb O., Grant L., and Anthony S. are using the skills learned in class to make repairs to trikes from Sunrise. Trikes are an important tool for the Sunrise SPED department. They help students develop motor skills, build muscle, improve coordination, and provide low impact exercise. Skol gents!

Two fun events are happening this Wednesday!
Join NBAPS, the City of North Branch, and Chisago County SHIP for the fall Walk and Roll to School, starting at St. Gregory's Church at the intersection of CR-30 and Maple St. It's a great way to get outside, get some exercise, and make new friends! We'll see you there on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 7:05 am.

Then, Vikings football players and coaches are again hosting Viking Victory Day from 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!

See fliers for additional details.

Photos from the court's visit to the NBAEC, the high school pep rally, and the parade are posted to Facebook at this link:
https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid0Az28AJic3rgTQdAki9Kx3dYyTVQRCtdVGKkc2v5J78gKfV4o8XZhM1ZsdYsxC9uRl

What a great week!

High School Autos students are trying something new this year. Autos 3 adds "business sense" to the curriculum, offering students the chance to learn more about what it takes to run a successful shop. Students are providing auto detailing to interested staff for $30. Students manage the business, handling all email requests, scheduling, doing the work, and keeping track of supplies that need to be ordered.

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!

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!

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.