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July 16, 2026

Students in the wild: on and off campus

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Trout release Spring 2026

Nature Camp at NBS wrapped up last week. During the camp and all through the school year, NBS students of all ages are outdoors engaging in meaningful field experiences. Here…

June 17, 2026

Graduation 2026

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The school community and family and friends gathered on May 29 to wish each other joy and health all summer long and to pay tribute to the Class of 2026…

May 26, 2026

BandFair 2026

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What a fun time we had on May 3 for BandFair 2026! Whatever your vibe, you could choose from a variety of activities. great music? √ fun children’s activities? √…

May 6, 2026

How to Survive the AI Apocalypse

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The NBS Middle School returned to a favorite playwright to take a humorous look at a subject everyone is thinking about. The class performed How to Survive the AI Apocalypse…

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North Branch School does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, or income and actively seeks minority students. We value racial, economic, and cultural diversity as a source of richness and meaning in the life of the school.