Viking Newsletter
September 2022
We want to hear from you!
Dear Families,
Thank you all for a great start to the 2022-23 school year! I am so grateful to all the staff at North Branch Area Public Schools for getting our schools and grounds ready, and for warmly welcoming each student and family!
As we start a new school year, we want to hear from you! To help us celebrate areas of strength and identify opportunities for improvement, we would appreciate your input on this survey. It will take approximately five minutes to complete.
Thank you for the privilege of serving you as we continue moving forward together!
Sara Paul
Superintendent
Walk and Roll to School - Oct. 12
Join NBAPS and the City of North Branch for Walk and Roll to School on Wednesday, Oct. 12. Walkers/bikers will gather in the north lot at St. Gregory's church at 7:05 am and walk/bike to school east on Maple and south on Grand. Hope to see you there!
NBAHS Homecoming schedule
Click here for a complete calendar of Homecoming events happening at North Branch Area High School the week of Sept. 19-23. Middle school, Sunrise, and Education Center dress up days are included at the link.
TIME CHANGE: Viking Victory Day - Oct. 5
The NBAHS football program’s Oct. 5 Viking Victory Day will be 5:30 - 6:30 pm. NBAPS students with special needs are invited to join the NBAHS football program for an evening of fun at the high school stadium including mini-camp, a chance to score a TD, and much more!
North Branch Area High School Homecoming Court
Don't forget to take the Family Satisfaction Survey!
Meet School Resource Officer Mike Nelson
Officer Mike Nelson, a 2013 NBAPS graduate, is starting his fourth school year. He serves all of the schools in the district.
"I am looking forward to an awesome school year!," said Officer Nelson, adding, "When you see me in the hallways please say hi! My biggest piece of advice to students is to not let social media control your life. Also, enjoy every minute of your school career and make the most of it! Participate in anything that may interest you whether it is academically, activities, or socially offered by the school district!"
Look for a monthly feature from Officer Nelson in future newsletters.
Announcements
NBAEF Foundation Casino Royale Oct. 8
The NBAEF is again hosting Casino Royale on Oct. 8! Please join us- it is so much fun! Proceeds from this event support school district classrooms - $375,000 since 2008. To view the event flier, learn more, or order tickets, click here.
Application for educational benefits
Free student meals provided by the federal government expired on June 30. Educational benefits, including free/reduced lunch and reduced cost for activities, might be available to families, and a new application for educational benefits must be completed. The 2022-23 application is available at this webpage and in the Student Parent Handbook materials.
Join us for Preschool!
Find all of the information you need on the webpage or call Early Learning Coordinator, Erica Bjerketvedt at 651-674-1225 with any questions or to arrange a tour.
REMINDER: Shine Kody Shine 5K this weekend!
The Shine Kody Shine 5K is this Saturday, Sept. 17, at North Branch Area High School. Registration starts at 8:30 am, with the event to follow at 9 am.
Operation Community Connect
Chisago County Public Health and Human Services is hosting Operation Community Connect Thursday, Oct. 20, 11am - 2pm at Chisago Lakes Lutheran Church. This event is designed to connect families with services they may need. See flier for more details.
Always learning through Community Education
North Branch Area Community Education’s fall brochure is full of fun things to do! Look inside to discover fun and educational activities for the whole family to help fill the cold winter months!
About North Branch Area Public Schools
Email: ptepoorten@isd138.org
Website: www.isd138.org
Location: 38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN, USA
Phone: (651) 674-1000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools
Twitter: @nbapschools