Viking Newsletter
In This Issue
We’re looking for a few Stars - A message from Supt. Paul
The 2024-25 school year calendar is finalized
Speaker's Corner at NALC/DLA
Explore your creative self at NBAMS
Community Education's February Highlights newsletter
Announcements
Sunrisers getting ready for Biztown
NBAHS Snow Court announced
Check out Early Learning offerings
We’re looking for a few Stars
Dear Families,
We have officially turned the corner into the second semester of learning and it has been a privilege to work in partnership with you to be the very best school district we can be!
The NBAPS Strategic Planning Advisory committee comprised of students, staff, parents and community leaders met last week. I am so grateful for the time spent to engage in conversation about complex topics. When we make decisions after considering multiple perspectives we are truly better together.
I am also looking for a few people that can come alongside us to serve as substitutes in our district. I would love to have the opportunity to have a conversation with anyone interested in learning more. I am excited to share more about the flexibility of how you get to create your own schedule and how the daily rate of pay and incentive pay structure make substituting in our school district worth your time. And most importantly, we have a great team to work with that I am confident will make your Viking heart proud!
Please contact me at spaul@isd138.org and I can walk you through the process and answer any questions you might have. We refer to our substitutes as Viking Support Stars. Being a Viking Support Star makes a huge difference for NBAPS!
Thank you for partnering with us each and every day as we move forward together. SKOL!
Sara Paul
Superintendent
The 2024-25 calendar is out
Speakers Corner at Norse/DLA
On Jan. 10, the NBPD was featured at Speaker’s Corner, a regular event hosted by the Norse ALC that introduces jobs and industries to Norse and Distance Learning students. Police Chief Dan Meyer talked about his journey in law enforcement, and SRO Mike Nelson spoke to students about making 'responsible decisions' and navigating away from negative behaviors.
Welker wins cover contest
Congratulations to 8th grader Anna Welker! Anna's NBAMS Yearbook cover was chosen by peers to be the face of the 2023-2024 yearbook. A huge thank you to Art teacher Lee Ann Falen for including the yearbook cover contest in her 8th grade classes. There were many excellent submissions!
Keep up with Community Education
See what's coming up in Community Education in the February Highlights newsletter. Also, look for "Coming Up in Community Ed" every Friday at the district Facebook page.
Announcements
NBAHS 2024-25 Registration Guide now available
NBAHS has a newly designed registration guide, available at the high school’s Parent/Student Resources page. The goal is to provide motivation for students to envision their future and help guide their course selections to achieve that future. Engaging students as active participants rather than passive passengers in their high school experience is what "Choice Not Chance" is all about. Click here to go directly to the guide!
Patron Tour coming up Feb. 2
Interested in attending NBAPS' Friday, Feb. 2 Patron Tour? Patron Tours start at 7:45 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. Guests enjoy refreshments in the morning, tour every site in the district, and finish the half day with a lunch prepared by high school ProStart students. In between guests visit classrooms and talk with staff, students, and leadership. It's a great way to learn more about NBAPS from early childhood all the way through high school! To attend, contact Pat Tepoorten at 651-674-1018 or ptepoorten@isd138.org.
Save the date: Taste of Kindergarten Open House
When: Monday, March 4, 2024
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: North Branch Area Ed. Center
Website/App tech tips
Family survey respondents indicated a need for more guidance in using the district’s new website/app. Community Relations Coordinator Pat Tepoorten has created a series of short “how to” articles for both the website and the app, covering a variety of topics. To view, click here and scroll down the main page. Contact ptepoorten@isd138.org if you have suggestions for further help articles.
Access to educational benefits beyond free meals
Although no application is required to receive the free meal benefit, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is required in order to access other benefits like reduced fees at school. You can access educational benefits by completing the form here or through your WordWare lunch account. If you need assistance, please contact Arle Chambers at 651-674-1011 or achambers@isd138.org.
SRS students learn about business
2023-24 Snow Court is announced
Snow Week at NBAHS is Jan. 29 - Feb 2, and the Snow Court was chosen this week. Back row (l to r): Ty Ellsworth, Brody Beaver, Evan Overson, Alan Otterson. Front row: Shaeyna Andreotti, Riley Peek, Peyton Verdon, Gretchen Cornelius, Chloe Grube. Not pictured is Chase Disrud. For a larger photo, click here.
Check out our Early Learning offerings
Join us for Kindergarten Parent Information Night - Thursday, Feb. 1, 6-7:30 pm. Visitors will learn about K offerings, tour the Ed Center, and get help with enrollment. Child care is available! If you have any questions about kindergarten prior to the event, please call 651-674-1220.
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