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!
about 19 hours ago, Pat Tepoorten
Drum and Dance flier
Drum and Dance flier
The Vikettes are hosting a Prep Clinic, May 6-8, at Sunrise.

This clinic is designed for dancers in 4th-6th grade interested in building foundational dance team skills in a positive and supportive environment. Participants will work on strength, flexibility, kicks, and performance quality, while learning choreography led by the Vikettes coaches. This clinic is a great opportunity to develop skills, gain confidence, and get a preview of the dance team experience!

Use this link to register: http://northbranch.arux.app/course/123/spring-summer-2026/vikettes-prep-clinic-grades-4-6

See you there!
3 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Vikettes clinic
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!
4 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Drum and Dance flier
Drum and Dance flier
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.
5 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Spring floral sale
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!
6 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Walk and roll flier
Viking Newsletter - April 2026 is now available at this link: https://app.smore.com/n/garfq
6 days ago, Pat Tepoorten

The 1st grade concert "Born to Make Music" is tomorrow! Some classes will perform at 6 pm, with others performing at 7 pm. See flier for additional details.

If you are unable to attend, but would like to see the shows, you can livestream them at this link: https://www.youtube.com/live/Y4D_7xkbBiU

6 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
1st grade concert
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!
7 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Drum and Dance flier
Drum and Dance flier
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.
7 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
car show
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!
12 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
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!
13 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
The 2nd grade concert "Music is Always There" is tomorrow! Some classes will perform at 6 pm, with others performing at 7 pm. See flier for additional details.

If you are unable to attend, but would like to see the shows, you can livestream them at this link: https://youtube.com/live/I4Y7iDMWnAc?feature=share
13 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
2nd grade concert

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!

15 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
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!
18 days ago, Pat Tepoorten
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
Storytelling event
The Viking Newsletter is available now! Read it at: https://app.smore.com/n/vq07k
about 1 month ago, Pat Tepoorten
Your student is cordially invited to attend the Scholastic Book Fair, March 30 through April 6! Learn more by visiting the fair website for Sunrise River Elementary (https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/sunriseriverelemschool) or North Branch Area Middle School (https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/northbranchmiddleschool1), where you can also create a Book Fair eWallet (this allows you to add funds to a virtual account). It’s gonna be the Best. Fair. Ever! #ScholasticBookFairs

Find our fairs at: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/fair-finder.html
about 1 month ago, Pat Tepoorten
Scholastic book fair
What an incredible night at our “We Are All the Same” Sock Hop! 💙💛

Over 400 community members came together at the North Branch Area Education Center to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day—and it was nothing short of amazing. From the dance floor to the face painting, the energy, joy, and sense of belonging filled every corner of the event.

Families enjoyed music from our DJ, fun crafts and activities, delicious treats, and even fresh Heggies pizza. Most importantly, the night was a beautiful reminder of what makes our community so special—connection, inclusion, and celebrating each other.

We’re so grateful to everyone who attended, supported, and helped make this event such a success. Take a look at some of the highlights from the evening—we think you’ll see just how special it was!
about 1 month ago, Pat Tepoorten
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop
Sock hop

Students at the Ed Center enjoyed a special visit from Viktor this morning; on hand to promote tonight's We Are All the Same Sock Hop at the North Branch Area Education Center.

The Sock Hop starts at 5 pm and goes until 7 pm, and includes a DJ dance party, free snacks and treats, a photo booth, crafts and activities, and Heggies pizza for purchase. Admission is free for all!

We Are All the Same is a wonderful way to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and we hope you can join us!

about 2 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
Viktor at NBAEC
The NBAHS National Honor Society is hosting a blood drive next Wednesday, March 25, 8 am - 2 pm. To schedule an appointment, scan the QR code on the flier or use this link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=NBHS
about 2 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Blood drive
Mark your calendars! Walk and Roll to School is coming up on Wednesday May 6. Participants will meet at St. Gregory's 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!
about 2 months ago, Pat Tepoorten
Walk and roll flier