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
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
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Viking Pride in Motion!

We are excited to celebrate Mattias BigBear, a third-grade student at NBAPS and member of the White Earth Tribe, who will be representing our community at the World Hoop Dance Competition on February 14 in Phoenix, Arizona! Mattias’ talent, dedication, and cultural pride are truly inspiring. We are so proud to cheer him on as he shares his gifts on a world stage. SKOL!
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Mattias Big Bear
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.
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Drum and Dance flier
3038 FRC Robotics is hosting an outreach event for younger students. The event is Saturday, Feb. 7 from noon to 3 p.m. at NBAHS. See flier for additional details and registration information.
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Robotics
Due to dangerous temperatures, North Branch Area Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 23. This includes early childhood programs, school age care, and Community Education programs. Staff should not report. All buildings will be closed.

Thank you.
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
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💛 Good Enough Is Truly Enough 💛

Parenting doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.
Children don’t need flawless parents—they need present, responsive, and caring adults who show up most of the time.

Join us as we explore Good Enough Parenting:
✨ Letting go of unrealistic expectations
✨ Balancing love and limits
✨ Embracing mistakes, repair, and everyday connection
✨ Supporting healthy emotional development and resilience

If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing enough?”—this space is for you.
Because showing up, trying again, and loving your child matters more than getting it right every time.

📅 See flyer for details
👶 Open to parents & caregivers
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Parenting flier
Over 300 people came together for a magical Tiny Prom last night! Guests walked the red carpet, danced to fun music, and created their own crowns, filling the evening with smiles, laughter, and celebration.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this special event such a success!
3 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
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North Branch Area Community Education, along with the North Branch Beautification Association, is hosting a Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 21! Proceeds will go toward the Veterans Memorial.

The tourney is open to players 12 and up. See the flier for additional details; the deadline for registration is February 16. Registration is limited so register early! 
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Pickleball flier
Due to weather conditions, North Branch Area Public Schools is cancelling all afternoon and evening activities for today, Tuesday, Jan. 6. This includes both K-12 activities and Community Education events.
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Weather update
Due to icy road conditions, North Branch Area Public Schools is closed today, Tuesday, Jan. 6. This includes early childhood programs and school age care. Staff should not report, all buildings will be closed.

Afternoon and evening Community Education programs and activities will be assessed later this morning.
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Canceled
The Viking Newsletter - December 2025 is now available at this link: https://app.smore.com/n/kh4m2
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Toy drive
North Branch Area Public Schools is currently experiencing a phone outage exclusively with Verizon phones. Staff are working diligently to correct this issue. In the meantime, families who need to contact the district can do so from a non-Verizon phone, or by email. Thank you for your patience as we continue to work toward correcting this issue.
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Sunrise's Anonymous Santa Toy Drive was a wonderful success! Thanks to the generosity of our school community, all donated items were collected and delivered this week. Over 300 items in total!

Fifth-grade leaders proudly helped package and transport the gifts to our donation center, showing outstanding leadership and kindness. Thank you to everyone who contributed, organized, and supported this meaningful effort—your generosity helped spread joy and support to families during this holiday season.
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Toy drive
REMINDER: Join the Vikettes Dance Team for an afternoon of dancing and celebration! They will be showcasing routines and spotlighting dancers on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 11 am to 1 pm in the NBAHS gym. Admission is $5 at the door. See flier for additional details.
4 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Dance home show
Due to rural road conditions, North Branch Area Public Schools is delaying the start of the school day by two hours today, Wednesday, Dec. 10. There will be no A.M. early childhood classes. School age care will open as scheduled at 5:45 a.m. Please have students at bus stops two hours after their regularly scheduled pick-up. Schools will be open for students to begin arriving two hours later than normal.
5 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
weather update

Due to the weather forecast, North Branch Area Public Schools is canceling all extra-curricular activities for this evening, Tuesday, Dec. 9. All Targeted Services classes, community education events and early childhood classes are canceled for this evening. Buildings will be closed. School Age Care will remain open during its typical hours.

5 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Weather update
Join the Vikettes Dance Team for an afternoon of dancing and celebration! They will be showcasing routines and spotlighting dancers on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 11 am to 1 pm in the NBAHS gym. Admission is $5 at the door. See flier for additional details.
5 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Dance home show
Community Ed presents "A Christmas Line - A North Pole Musical" on December 13 (7 pm) and 14 (2 pm). To get tickets to this middle school musical directed by Angela Lund, scan the QR code on the flier or use this link: https://gofan.co/app/school/MN19629?activity=Performing%20Arts

Tickets are $6. See you there!
5 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Christmas Line
NBAHS FFA members are again offering Holiday floral arrangements for sale for you to enjoy (or give as a hostess gift)!

Please view the link to see offerings (https://gofan.co/event/5542520?schoolId=MN19629_2), but know there are options and price points from $30-$42.

When you purchase your ticket on GOFAN, you will be asked to provide a delivery/pickup option 12/23.

These students prepare your arrangements with care to industry standards, and proceeds of this sale fund learning opportunities in the Agriculture program here at NBAHS!
5 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
floral sale
Viking Newsletter - November 2025 is now available at this link: https://app.smore.com/n/e4ntw
5 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Sunrise all stars