Registration is now open for students 13 and older to be part of the North Branch Area Esports team for the 2026-27 Season! Esports, short for electronic sports, are organized, competitive video gaming events where players, either individually or in teams, participate in virtual games for prestige, prizes, or simply for the thrill of competition. Participating in an esports team promotes social development, academic improvement, and cognitive skills. It fosters inclusivity, offers scholarship opportunities, opens career paths in the growing esports industry, and encourages responsible digital citizenship. Integrating esports into schools can enhance personal growth, academic success, and community engagement for students. Deadline to register November 13th, 2026. Esports Information Meeting - Tuesday, November 10th - 3pm - HS Media Center Pre-season starts December 7th. Regular Season Starts January 4th. Practice/Season event times tentatively planned for weekday Monday-Friday evenings 4-6PM. Game Match Titles: Super Smash Brothers, MineCraft, Fortnite, Chess, Rocket League, Mario Karts, Valorant, Marvel Rivals and League of Legends. For more information or questions contact Darin Marcussen at dmarcussen@isd138.org or www.MNVL.org

Essentrics is based on the popular PBS series "Classical Stretch". It is a 60 minute total body dynamic stretching and strengthening workout. This flowing workout is non impact, equipment free with roots in tai chi, physical therapy and ballet. Suitable for all fitness levels, participants should be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring a water bottle, mat to class and dress comfortable. Jackie is a certified Essentrics instructor and Yoga Tune Up Roll Model Method Practitioner. She is a former NBAPS teacher, has taught fitness classes for many years, and lives in North Branch with her family. To learn more about Jackie and her classes visit jackiebadger.com

Essentrics is based on the popular PBS series "Classical Stretch". It is a 60 minute total body dynamic stretching and strengthening workout. This flowing workout is non impact, equipment free with roots in tai chi, physical therapy and ballet. Suitable for all fitness levels, participants should be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring a water bottle, mat to class and dress comfortable. Jackie is a certified Essentrics instructor and Yoga Tune Up Roll Model Method Practitioner. She is a former NBAPS teacher, has taught fitness classes for many years, and lives in North Branch with her family. To learn more about Jackie and her classes visit jackiebadger.com

Step by step instructions. Pam will teach you about mixing colors and painting techniques. All materials included in the class fee.

What to Expect You’ll receive an email about two weeks before your appointment with forms to complete in advance. Please enter through Door #1; staff will guide you to the screening area. While your child completes the screening, a parent/guardian will fill out a brief social-emotional questionnaire.

Come join our friends with the North Branch Fire Department for some more in depth fire safety tips. The highlight of the class is a chance to go through a smoke simulation to practice staying low and getting out, as well as practicing other safety tips in the event of a fire.

North Branch Area Public Schools Fitness Center MembershipAll participants must be preregistered and sign fitness center membership agreement. Call Community Education to register or questions 651-674-1025 Center HoursMonday - Friday 5:30-7:00am School days only.Saturday 8-11am (11/7, 11/14, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19)Dates may vary based on gym availability. Fitness Center Address; 38175 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN. Please enter in door #11.

Did you know? Thanks to a partnership between Teddy's Heart Foundation and the Stacy-Lent Fire Department, our North Branch Vikings football stadium is now equipped with a Safe Station, providing year-round public access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). By attending this class, you'll learn the skills and confidence to use that AED - and potentially save a life if an emergency ever occurs.Join Teddy's Heart Foundation and the Stacy-Lent Fire Department for this FREE community education class focused on emergency life-saving skills. Participants will learn how to recognize a cardiac emergency, perform hands-only CPR, and confidently use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).The interactive class includes hands-on practice using CPR mannequins and training AEDs, giving you the opportunity to build confidence in responding during a real emergency. No previous experience is required.Please note: this is an educational awareness class and does not provide CPR or AED certification.Whether you're a parent, grandparent, coach, teacher, caregiver, or community member, this class will provide practical skills that could help you respond in a cardiac emergency and potentially save a life. Space is limited, so register early to reserve your spot.

Just mention the words "Home Alone," and children think of the excitement depicted in the movies of the same name. The reality is being home alone can evoke fear and anxiety in many children. Whether left alone for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, children should feel comfortable being alone. This workshop for children will address several topics relating to being "Home Alone" including personal safety tips, tricky people, basic first aid, fire safety, handling the unexpected, internet safety, gun safety, dealing with loneliness and boredom, storm safety, dealing with siblings as well as trust and honesty. Students attend this class independently. Parents are encouraged to review the take-home information and discuss it with their child.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is a partly hands on instruction and party lecture demonstration.

Interested in RC cars? Want to try racing them on a track? Then come join us as we explore what makes them work and get to try them out. Participants will leave with a better understanding and get some time testing out their driving skills on a few different types of RC cars. Participants can use the RC cars provided or use their own on approval.Participants in grades K-1 should have a guardian present for the entire class.

What to Expect You’ll receive an email about two weeks before your appointment with forms to complete in advance. Please enter through Door #1; staff will guide you to the screening area. While your child completes the screening, a parent/guardian will fill out a brief social-emotional questionnaire.

Experience BMX at Rum River BMX, the #1 BMX track in the United States! This introductory clinic is designed for first-time riders of all ages who have never held a USA BMX membership and want to explore BMX racing. Our expert coaches teach the fundamentals of BMX, bike handling, track safety, and riding techniques in a safe, supportive, small-group environment. BMX race bikes and full-face helmets are provided. Riders of all ages are welcome but must already be able to ride a pedal bike independently (no training wheels or assistance). Riders must wear long sleeves, full-length pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes. Extra jerseys are available to borrow if needed. Check-in is 5:30-5:55 p.m. to complete required waivers and be fitted for a bike and helmet. Families may request electronic forms in advance by emailing rissa@rumriverbmx.com. Clinic runs 6:00-7:45 p.m. This is a one-time introductory clinic for new riders only. No repeat participants, please.

Connect with other parents and babies in a calm, supportive setting. Learn about your child’s development, explore infant behavior, and gain guidance for the first years. Includes weekly activities and support from a family resource coach. This is a non-separating class. Siblings welcome.