
Don't miss the 5th graders Veterans Day concert on Monday, Nov. 11, at 10 am. You can listen to the livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/KO7-PUJC6Lc?feature=share
It's a wonderful salute to service!


Pickleball Lessons Nov 11/ 5-6:30 PM
Come and learn how to play Pickleball in a fun event. Peiwu has 8 years of Pickleball experience and will coach you on how to play. At the end of each training period we will have a mini round robin tournament where you will be able to showcase your newly acquired skills against players of equivalent skill levels. Bring your own racket or use one of ours.
Pickleball Started Oct 7 / 7-9:30 PM
Pickle Ball comes to North Branch!
Six Indoor courts at North Branch Area High School, North Gym. We will have courts set up for beginners and intermediate/advanced.
Cost $5 per Monday and Wednesday (pay on site) or $20 for a 5 punches punch card. Punch cards may be purchased at the North Branch Community Education Office 651-674-1025.
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts Nov 11 / 3-6 PM
Is Your Waistband Too Tight Today? How to Beat Belly Bloat Virtual Workshop Nov 12 / 6-7:30 PM
Social Security Facts and Strategies Nov 12 / 6:30-8 PM
Beginner Needle Felting Ornaments Nov 14 / 6:30-8:30 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.


Arts Fest is coming up Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 am to 3pm at NBAHS! There will be over 200 crafters, and free shuttle service from the middle school. Only $2 admission! See flier for more details.


Good luck at state, Jordan!
MSHSL State Cross Country Class AA Boys Race
Saturday, November 2nd
10:45AM @ U of M Les Bolstad Golf Course


Football is back in action tonight against the Hermantown Hawks. Winner advances to the state tournament. Catch the game in person at Duluth Denfeld Hish School or on 100.9FM, audio only at: https://www.youtube.com/live/hROMa5GtuE0


It's Game Day! The Vikings look to punch their ticket to the state tournament with a win tonight over the Hawks! Catch all the action in person at Cloquet Middle School or on 100.9FM, audio only at: https://www.youtube.com/live/hrZCRbIBt8I


Pack the stands for our volleyball and football teams as they compete in section finals this Thursday and Friday!
Volleyball - Cash only at the door
Football - GoFan Online and cash at the gate. Avoid the lines, purchase online in advance.


Region 7AA Section Pricing
$11 adults/$6 students
All spectators must pay admission for section games.
Ticket sales will be online only GoFan Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1986551?schoolId=MN19629
Tickets can be purchased at the gate via QR code or credit card reader. No cash sales.
Family Passes are not accepted at section games.


Coming up in Community Ed!
Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing Nov 7 / 5:30-7:45 PM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts Nov 11 / 3-6 PM
ESSENTRICS: Restorative Fitness Starts Nov 6 / 6:30-7:30 PM
Deer in the Fall Woods Nov 6 / 6:30-8:30 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.


The Viking Newsletter - October 2024 is now available! Click here to read: https://secure.smore.com/n/18gca

Region 7AA Section Pricing
$11 adults/$6 students
All spectators must pay admission for section games.
Ticket sales will be online only GoFan Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1986551?schoolId=MN19629
Tickets can be purchased at the gate via QR code or credit card reader. No cash sales.
Family Passes are not accepted at section games.


Save the date for this important event! Free pizza and an opportunity to learn what you need to know about the Fentanyl Crisis!


The winter sports meeting is Monday, Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m., at North Branch Area High School. For more information see the accompanying image.



Coming up in Community Ed!
Strong is the New Skinny! Strengthening Exercises to do at Home Virtual Workshop Oct 29 / 6-7:30 PM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade K Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade 1 Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade 2 Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Youth in Action Basketball Grade 3 Nov 2 / 9-10 AM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.


"The Witches," the middle school play brought to you by Community Education, is November 7, 8, and 9 at 7 pm. Tickets are $12. To purchase tickets, scan the QR code below!


SKOL! and congratulations to Jenny Nelson, North Branch Area Public Schools, who was recognized by The Minnesota Educational Facilities Management Professionals Association (MASMS).
Jenny Nelson was nominated by Zach Berg to receive the 2024 Facilities Award of Excellence for the MASMS Metro Chapter Award at the annual MASMS conference held on October 3.
This award recognizes an outstanding facility worker who is not in a management position. The person may be on the schools custodial, grounds or maintenance staff.
The award is selected from nominations based on seven criteria to include an exemplary work ethic, stewardship of school property, Brings Joy!, creative and takes initiative, promotion of sustainability methods, mentors others and represent the community in a positive manner.
The Minnesota Educational Facilities Management Professionals (also known as MASMS) is a professional organization committed to promoting excellence in the operation and care of educational facilities. It is a group of over 900 individuals in the areas of facilities/grounds/health & safety/operations for Minnesota K-12 and Higher Education organizations. It is a member-oriented, problem solving, professional group committed to facilities management.

Coming up in Community Ed!
The World Groove Movement Starts Oct 16 / 6:30-7:30 PM
Metabolism Boosters & Busters Virtual Workshop Oct 15 / 6-7:30 PM
Board & Brush DIY Workshop Oct 22 / 6-8:30 PM
How to Can Pickled Beets Oct 24 / 5-8:30 PM
Fall Favs Cookie Decorating Class Oct 25 / 5-7 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.


What a great turnout we had for Walk and Roll to School this morning! Thanks Vikings for coming out this morning and to members of the NBFD, the NBPD, the city and county for making it such a fun time! SKOL!


Join NBAPS, the City of North Branch (including Fire and Police), and Chisago County SHIP for Walk and Roll to School tomorrow morning at 7:05 am. This fall's event will be hosted by St. Gregory's Church and will take Maple to Grand. See you there!

NBAPS has the following positions available:
SpEd Assistant - High School, full-time
SpEd Assistant - Middle School, full-time
SpEd Assistant - Sunrise River, full-time
SpEd Assistant (2 positions) - Life Work Center, full-time
Lunchroom Assistant - Middle School, part-time
Lunchroom/Playground Assistant - Sunrise River, part-time
Adult Assistant - School Age Care, part-time
Here is the link to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/northbranch/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=Support+Staff+%2D+Classified