Viking Newsletter

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In This Issue

Thank you for your feedback - A message from Supt. Paul

2023-24 Family Survey results

Bjerketvedt elected State DECA President

8th graders inspired by 16th century painter

Announcements

Gaga Ball Pit now at Sunrise

Get ready for Arts Fest!

Come learn from SRO Nelson about internet and drug safety

Thank you for your feedback

Dear Families,

I hope this message finds you well and enjoying all that makes this Fall season enjoyable.

At NBAPS, we continually seek feedback. It is around us all the time; Every time we speak to a student, parent, staff or community member we are receiving feedback. As I am now in my fourth year serving as your Superintendent, I am grateful to continue to get to know more and more Viking families and look forward to each conversation that helps me better understand what we are doing to meet the needs of each student.

I’d like to thank the hundreds of you who took time to complete our 2023-24 Family Satisfaction Survey. We appreciate the acknowledgement of the work we are doing that reflects our commitment to partnering with students and families. We also received many ideas for innovation and improvement. Survey feedback affirmed strategic priorities in place and we also look forward to putting some of your new innovative ideas into action.

My School News column this week, “Family feedback affirms we are on the right track,” dives more into the results. You can read it here.

Thank you again for the many ways you expressed satisfaction and appreciation for the quality service we are providing, and provide feedback for how to best serve you. Receiving feedback and embracing innovation and improvement is what being at the forefront of educational excellence is all about. SKOL! Vikings!

Sara Paul

Superintendent

spaul@isd138.org

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Bjerketvedt elected State DECA President

NBAHS Senior Amelia Bjerketvedt has been elected to serve as the 2023-2024 Minnesota State DECA President! She is the first student from North Branch Area High School to be elected to this office. Click here to read more.

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2023-24 Family Survey results

A summary of results for the 2023-24 Family Satisfaction Survey is available here. Thanks to all the families that took the survey. Feedback is a gift that helps us serve you better!

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8th graders inspired by 16th century painter

Recently, 8th grade art students were challenged to free-hand draw a realistic human profile, then fill it with ideas from a chosen theme. This project was inspired by 16th century Italian painter, Giuseppe Arcimboldo. To see more fascinating examples, click here.

Announcements

Un-Scary Halloween

Join us for Un-Scary Hallowee at the Education Center on Friday, Oct. 27, 6 - 7:30 pm. Un-Scary Halloween offers children a free indoor trick or treating experience, crafts, carnival games, cookie decorating, prizes and candy. See flier for more details!

Boys Soccer alumni game

Viking Boys Soccer is hosting an alumni game Friday, Oct. 27, at 6 pm, on the stadium field. All Viking boys soccer alums are invited to suit up against the current squad. Do you "still got it?" See you on the 27th!

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.

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Gaga Ball Pit now at Sunrise

With help from the North Branch Area Education Foundation and Dawson, a student at Sunrise, Sunrise officially opened its Gaga Ball Pit last week. Dawson helped order, plan, and place the Gaga Ball pit. The grand opening was a huge hit!

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Get ready for Arts Fest!

Over 200 crafters will be at NBAHS on Saturday, Nov. 18, 9 am to 3 pm. Only $2 to get in! There will be free shuttle service from the middle school and guests are invited to bring a perishable food donation. See flier for more details.

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Come learn from SRO Nelson about internet and drug safety

SRO Mike Nelson will provide information about social media safety, drug education, vaping, and various safety tips, on Nov. 14, at the North Branch Area Education Center. There will be time for questions. Please pre-register for this free presentation.

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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