The NBAHS Choirs Facebook page has photos from the students' trip to New Orleans! You can see all of them here: https://www.facebook.com/nbahschoirs/
Join us for a Patron Tour!
Your last chance to come and see all the great things happening at NBAPS in the 2025-26 school year is coming up! Friday, April 17 is the next and final Patron Tour of the year.
The tours begin at 7:45 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.
Attendees have the opportunity to meet with Supt. Paul and enjoy morning refreshments, tour all of the district facilities, meet principals, observe classrooms, and have the opportunity to lunch with students eager to answer questions about their experience at NBAPS!
Space is limited! If you are interested in attending a Patron Tour, please contact Community Relations Coordinator Patrick Tepoorten at 651-674-1018 or ptepoorten@isd138.org.
Your last chance to come and see all the great things happening at NBAPS in the 2025-26 school year is coming up! Friday, April 17 is the next and final Patron Tour of the year.
The tours begin at 7:45 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.
Attendees have the opportunity to meet with Supt. Paul and enjoy morning refreshments, tour all of the district facilities, meet principals, observe classrooms, and have the opportunity to lunch with students eager to answer questions about their experience at NBAPS!
Space is limited! If you are interested in attending a Patron Tour, please contact Community Relations Coordinator Patrick Tepoorten at 651-674-1018 or ptepoorten@isd138.org.
Congratulations to Brianna Bjerketvedt for advancing to the DECA international competition in her "Professional Sales" competition and becoming District 6's state representative! The 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference will be held in Atlanta, GA from April 24-29, bringing together over 20000 students, advisors, and professionals.
NBAHS students recently joined over 300 members at the annual FFA Day at the Capitol. Students had the opportunity to hear from legislative leaders around the state and meet individually with those who represent us at the Capitol. Thank you to Representative Jimmy Gordon and Senator Mark Koran for taking the time to learn about our FFA leaders and the value of agriculture in the classroom. FFA is an intracurricular student leadership organization available to any student taking agriculture classes and is advised by Amanda Cook.
The 2026 "Arabian Nights" Senior Prom and Grand March is Saturday, April 25.
Grand March: 3 - 4:30 pm NBAHS
Prom: 7:30 - 11:30 pm Jimmy's Event Center, Vadnais
Tickets are available starting March 16. Scan the QR code on the prom flier for more information.
Grand March: 3 - 4:30 pm NBAHS
Prom: 7:30 - 11:30 pm Jimmy's Event Center, Vadnais
Tickets are available starting March 16. Scan the QR code on the prom flier for more information.
Making the most of it: Eva and Isabel
This school year is far from routine for Eva Glanz (right), junior, and Isabel Nuveen (left), senior. Both are foreign exchange students who traveled around the world to attend a year of school in North Branch.
Eva, from Hamburg, Germany, and Isabel, from the Netherlands, are making the most of their year abroad - learning new things and having new experiences. They are attacking those experiences with vigor, seemingly very much aware they are making memories and friends to last a lifetime.
Eva and Isabel were asked to share experiences and insights they have gained this year.
Q: How did you end up at NBAHS?
Eva: I ended up here after applying for an exchange program in the U.S. The organization searches for a family anywhere in the U.S. My host family picked me, and they live here, that's why I am here.
Isabel: My organization matches students with host families based on personality and hobbies. The school I go to depends on the district where my host family lives.
Q: You are active in extracurricular activities. What sports do you play?
Isabel: Back home, I speed skate and play tennis. During the fall season, I joined the tennis team and had a wonderful experience. The girls were super kind, and we had a great season. We even made it to section finals! In the winter, I tried basketball, though I had never played. It took time to get used to everything and understand the game, but now that the season is ending, I am so glad I joined. I met many new people, and I found that I really enjoy playing. For spring season, I will most likely try Track and Field.
Eva: I did Cross Country this fall, now I am playing Basketball and in the spring I want to try Track and Field. My host mom has horses, so I ride sometimes with her. Back home I danced for five years and boxed for two. I am also a girl scout and I really enjoy hiking with them and spending time in nature.
Q: You both served on the Prom Committee. What do you enjoy most about sports and serving on the committee?
Eva: I enjoy sports because it's a great way to meet new people, be part of a team, and just have the experience of playing a sport because we don't have high school sports back home. I like the challenge because I never did any of these sports before. Prom Committee is fun because I can help create a great prom and see how it is planned. It is going to be my only prom, so I want to make it great for the other students and me.
Isabel: What I enjoy most about sports and activities is meeting new people and staying busy. I want to make the most of my year here and experience as much as possible.
Q: Do you ever get homesick?
Isabel: I do sometimes get homesick, which is normal when away from home. When it happens, I try to stay busy and keep my mind focused on good experiences.
Eva: Sometimes I really miss my family, friends, and my normal and everyday life back home. But that is totally normal. I enjoy my experience here and try to make the best out of it. Sometimes in exhausting or boring moments I feel homesick, but it's easy to stay in contact because of phones so I don't feel I’m missing too much.
Q: Key takeaways from this experience?
Eva: Always follow your dreams. Even if it scares you, do it because it will make you a stronger person. I learned we are, all over the world, the same just with different stories and cultures. But we can connect if we want to. I learned a lot about myself and how I feel and behave in different situations and settings. It is important for everyone to see the world, different cultures, lifestyles, and people; to learn and understand how we can solve big problems together and empathize with other people and lives.
Isabel: This year has taught me to step outside my comfort zone and be more confident in myself. It has allowed me to better understand different kinds of people and learn about new cultures, including differences in religion and social norms. This experience has helped me see the world from a perspective very different from the one I had at home. One of the biggest takeaways for me is the relationships I have built here with people from many different backgrounds. At the same time, being away has made me appreciate the friendships and connections I have at home even more.
Jenna Battaglia, the NBAPS Accountant who also works with the Prom Coordinator, has been in a position to observe Eva and Isabel, and is impressed by the way both have embraced this experience. “Mark Twain once said that ‘twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did.’ Eva and Isabel have chosen to make the most of their time here,” said Battaglia, adding, “this journey is providing both with the tools to grow into strong leaders. Through collaboration, creativity and innovative thinking, both girls are applying their skills to various groups across North Branch during their time with us. Their futures are bright!”
This school year is far from routine for Eva Glanz (right), junior, and Isabel Nuveen (left), senior. Both are foreign exchange students who traveled around the world to attend a year of school in North Branch.
Eva, from Hamburg, Germany, and Isabel, from the Netherlands, are making the most of their year abroad - learning new things and having new experiences. They are attacking those experiences with vigor, seemingly very much aware they are making memories and friends to last a lifetime.
Eva and Isabel were asked to share experiences and insights they have gained this year.
Q: How did you end up at NBAHS?
Eva: I ended up here after applying for an exchange program in the U.S. The organization searches for a family anywhere in the U.S. My host family picked me, and they live here, that's why I am here.
Isabel: My organization matches students with host families based on personality and hobbies. The school I go to depends on the district where my host family lives.
Q: You are active in extracurricular activities. What sports do you play?
Isabel: Back home, I speed skate and play tennis. During the fall season, I joined the tennis team and had a wonderful experience. The girls were super kind, and we had a great season. We even made it to section finals! In the winter, I tried basketball, though I had never played. It took time to get used to everything and understand the game, but now that the season is ending, I am so glad I joined. I met many new people, and I found that I really enjoy playing. For spring season, I will most likely try Track and Field.
Eva: I did Cross Country this fall, now I am playing Basketball and in the spring I want to try Track and Field. My host mom has horses, so I ride sometimes with her. Back home I danced for five years and boxed for two. I am also a girl scout and I really enjoy hiking with them and spending time in nature.
Q: You both served on the Prom Committee. What do you enjoy most about sports and serving on the committee?
Eva: I enjoy sports because it's a great way to meet new people, be part of a team, and just have the experience of playing a sport because we don't have high school sports back home. I like the challenge because I never did any of these sports before. Prom Committee is fun because I can help create a great prom and see how it is planned. It is going to be my only prom, so I want to make it great for the other students and me.
Isabel: What I enjoy most about sports and activities is meeting new people and staying busy. I want to make the most of my year here and experience as much as possible.
Q: Do you ever get homesick?
Isabel: I do sometimes get homesick, which is normal when away from home. When it happens, I try to stay busy and keep my mind focused on good experiences.
Eva: Sometimes I really miss my family, friends, and my normal and everyday life back home. But that is totally normal. I enjoy my experience here and try to make the best out of it. Sometimes in exhausting or boring moments I feel homesick, but it's easy to stay in contact because of phones so I don't feel I’m missing too much.
Q: Key takeaways from this experience?
Eva: Always follow your dreams. Even if it scares you, do it because it will make you a stronger person. I learned we are, all over the world, the same just with different stories and cultures. But we can connect if we want to. I learned a lot about myself and how I feel and behave in different situations and settings. It is important for everyone to see the world, different cultures, lifestyles, and people; to learn and understand how we can solve big problems together and empathize with other people and lives.
Isabel: This year has taught me to step outside my comfort zone and be more confident in myself. It has allowed me to better understand different kinds of people and learn about new cultures, including differences in religion and social norms. This experience has helped me see the world from a perspective very different from the one I had at home. One of the biggest takeaways for me is the relationships I have built here with people from many different backgrounds. At the same time, being away has made me appreciate the friendships and connections I have at home even more.
Jenna Battaglia, the NBAPS Accountant who also works with the Prom Coordinator, has been in a position to observe Eva and Isabel, and is impressed by the way both have embraced this experience. “Mark Twain once said that ‘twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did.’ Eva and Isabel have chosen to make the most of their time here,” said Battaglia, adding, “this journey is providing both with the tools to grow into strong leaders. Through collaboration, creativity and innovative thinking, both girls are applying their skills to various groups across North Branch during their time with us. Their futures are bright!”
Ella Dick scored a 9.55 on vault to earn her a 6th place finish at the MSHSL state gymnastics meet! SKOL and congratulations, Ella!
It’s time to RAID THE RACK! Our Prom glam shop is open to North Branch Area High School students Saturday, Feb. 28 from 9-11 a.m., and Wednesday, March 4 from 3-5 p.m. in room B100. Please enter DOOR 3 on Saturday.
Members of our community have generously donated a variety of gowns and accessories to our North Branch Area High School students to use for Prom. The best part is - it is FREE to our students! Please note this event is first come, first serve; one dress per North Branch Area High School student. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Houle at 651-674-1511 or khoule@isd138.org.
Thank you for your support!
Members of our community have generously donated a variety of gowns and accessories to our North Branch Area High School students to use for Prom. The best part is - it is FREE to our students! Please note this event is first come, first serve; one dress per North Branch Area High School student. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Houle at 651-674-1511 or khoule@isd138.org.
Thank you for your support!
Yesterday the high school recognized robotics teams and state-bound gymnasts with a walking pep rally.
8636 FIRE - Jamison Zarbok, Karen Yang, Gracie Grover, and Wyatt Eilers finished 2nd in their December qualifier. At state they were part of the 5th place alliance.
7288 RoboGlaciers - Rylee Zarbok, Ava Gardner, Rosina Gilkerson, Eliana Smit, Tori White, and Sam Tomas. Team 7288. At state, they were part of the 2nd place alliance, received the Design Award and were one of 7 teams to qualify for the World Championship in Houston, Tx in April!
Two gymnastics qualified for the MSHSL Class A meet this past weekend! Sophia Thorsen placed 6th on beam and was the section champion on vault! Ella Dick placed 2nd on vault, 3rd on floor, 6th on beam, and was 3rd place all-around. Both will compete at 6 pm at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium this Saturday.
8636 FIRE - Jamison Zarbok, Karen Yang, Gracie Grover, and Wyatt Eilers finished 2nd in their December qualifier. At state they were part of the 5th place alliance.
7288 RoboGlaciers - Rylee Zarbok, Ava Gardner, Rosina Gilkerson, Eliana Smit, Tori White, and Sam Tomas. Team 7288. At state, they were part of the 2nd place alliance, received the Design Award and were one of 7 teams to qualify for the World Championship in Houston, Tx in April!
Two gymnastics qualified for the MSHSL Class A meet this past weekend! Sophia Thorsen placed 6th on beam and was the section champion on vault! Ella Dick placed 2nd on vault, 3rd on floor, 6th on beam, and was 3rd place all-around. Both will compete at 6 pm at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium this Saturday.
SKOL! and congratulations on qualifying for the MSHSL Class A State Gymnastics Meet, Sophia Thorsen and Ella Dick!
This is Ella's second time qualifying for the state meet. She will compete in the All-Around competition after placing 2nd on vault, 3rd on floor, 6th on beam, and 3rd all-around. Sophia earned her first trip to the state meet and will compete on vault and floor. She placed 6th on floor and was the Section 7A floor champion!
The state meet is this Saturday, Feb. 21 at 6 pm at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul.
Two of our Vikettes dancers have earned the incredible honor of being selected for the All-State Dance Team! To earn this honor, the dancers had to learn a challenging dance combination, perform a variety of technical skills and submit their work to be evaluated by a panel of judges.
This year, there were over 500 submissions. Senior Addy Lewerenz was selected for 2A Jazz and junior Shanna Swanstrom was selected for 2A Kick. They will represent the Vikettes on March 14th at Eden Prairie High School performing alongside some of the top dancers in the state! SKOL!
This year, there were over 500 submissions. Senior Addy Lewerenz was selected for 2A Jazz and junior Shanna Swanstrom was selected for 2A Kick. They will represent the Vikettes on March 14th at Eden Prairie High School performing alongside some of the top dancers in the state! SKOL!
FRC Team 3038 Robotics Team is hosting an open house at North Branch Area High School on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The open house starts at 6 p.m. and the robotics demonstration at 6:30. Come see what the team has been up to this season!
Everyone is welcome! See flier for additional details.
Everyone is welcome! See flier for additional details.
Today, NBAHS JROTC hosted its inaugural REC Foundation Aerial Drone Competition. Teams came from Johnson (St Paul), Woodbury, Fargo, and Windom. Participants competed in individual and team events, maneuvering drones through a variety of obstacle courses.
Thanks to the Chisago County Sheriff's Drone Team for being on hand, demonstrating their drones, and helping judge events.
Thanks to the Chisago County Sheriff's Drone Team for being on hand, demonstrating their drones, and helping judge events.
NBAHS is hosting its Spring Sports Information Night on Tuesday, March 3, at 6 p.m. See flier for additional details related to each sport.
TODAY: Renewal of 2017 Capital Projects Levy
Main Street Church
Vote between 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Voting information is available here: https://www.isd138.org/page/notice-of-special-election
Main Street Church
Vote between 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Voting information is available here: https://www.isd138.org/page/notice-of-special-election
North Branch FTC will have two teams participating in the State Championships at Burnsville High School on Saturday, Feb. 14 beginning at 8 am. Both 7288 RoboGlaciers and 8636 FIRE qualified at competitions in December. SKOL! and good luck!
Last week, NBAEC students were treated to a visit from the Snow Court. It's always so wonderful to see the awe early learning students have for their older peers, but also the patience and generosity of high school students when they spend time with our youngest students! SKOL!
Annabelle Lattimore and Marshall Tveit are North Branch’s nominees for the MSHSL Triple “A” award. The Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award, commonly known as the Triple 'A' Award, honors high school seniors throughout the state who have a 3.0 or higher-grade point average and participate in League-sponsored athletic and fine arts activities.
Annabelle participates in volleyball, basketball, golf, choir, and NHS all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Annabelle states, “I feel such a purpose in everything that I am involved in, and I feel like I belong in every one of them. It makes me confident that I will thrive in whatever future endeavors I choose.”
Marshall is in soccer, clay target, FRC robotics, and DECA. He has his Erosion and Stormwater Management certification through the U of M and should have his remote pilot certification this winter. He states, “My experiences in all activities have strengthened my communication skills and helped me become more patient, supportive, and confident when working with others.”
Annabelle participates in volleyball, basketball, golf, choir, and NHS all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Annabelle states, “I feel such a purpose in everything that I am involved in, and I feel like I belong in every one of them. It makes me confident that I will thrive in whatever future endeavors I choose.”
Marshall is in soccer, clay target, FRC robotics, and DECA. He has his Erosion and Stormwater Management certification through the U of M and should have his remote pilot certification this winter. He states, “My experiences in all activities have strengthened my communication skills and helped me become more patient, supportive, and confident when working with others.”
Free Drum and Dance lessons are available from American Indian Education! Lessons take place at the NBAEC from 6 - 7:30 pm. See flier for more details.
