Viking Newsletter
January 2019
Introducing the Kick-Start Scholarship!
North Branch Area Public Schools is partnering with Pine Tech to provide all 2019 seniors who qualify for free and reduced lunch a year's free tuition and a $1,000 stipend to attend Pine Tech.! Click here to learn more!
Enrollment Still Available in ECFE and Preschool Classes!
Enrollment for this school year is still available for ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) parent/child classes and the preschool program. If you have a birth to five year old child, consider enrolling today in a class that will support early learning! Call Early Childhood office at 651-674-1220 to learn more or sign up for a tour!
Free Dental Care for Families in Need
Each year, dental professionals across Minnesota participate in Give Kids a Smile, providing free dental care to children in need. This event takes place on Feb. 1, 2019 and is made possible by the collaborative effort of the Minnesota Dental Association, volunteer dentists, and generous sponsors. Click here to find local participating dentists.
High School Notes: 8th Grade Registration Night, and Spring Sports Meeting Coming in February
North Branch Area High School will host 8th Grade Registration Information Night on Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 6-8 p.m. The evening's events will begin in the high school auditorium at 6 p.m. for a brief introduction, followed by a chance to visit with some of our school's staff and students. In addition, 8th grade students will get a chance to check out activities and clubs available at the high school. Details to follow in the near future.
The spring sports sign up meeting will be Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the high school. The location of the meeting is not yet chosen.
Help Us #Celebrate138!
NBAPS is growing our Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube channels. To learn more, click here! If you are having an awesome experience with NBAPS, consider leaving us a Google review! Stay in the loop, be sure to follow us! Like, comment, and share our posts. Let's show the world how great North Branch Area Public Schools is!
What's New on Social Media?
First prize in the high school's first annual advisory dodge ball tournament goes to sophomores! Gymnast Paige Bauer is pictured on the beam at the district's Instagram. The state champion Vikings Volleyball team was recently featured in The Bulletin, the official magazine of the Minnesota State High School League, and Sunrise students study "push and pull" in advance of a field trip.
In the News
Robotics season has begun and Team 3038 is featured at the Chisago County Press. Catch up on Viking winter season results at the Isanti-Chisago County Star. The Post Review carries Supt. Henton's recent column on the school district's efforts to combat vaping. To learn more about vaping and the dangers it presents teens, check out this resource.
Fun for the Whole Family with Community Education!
Family Puzzle Contest is back on February 9! This event is designed for families with children ages 5-12. Limited to 25 families! Register today! When registering, register the adult and put the children names in the notes section. For more great opportunities, Community Education's brochure is online. Click here to check it out!
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