North Branch School

Middle School Spring Play (Online)
2021-04-01 13:30 - 14:00 UTC
The NBS Middle Schoolers present “This Is Your Brain on Social Media: A Cautionary Tale That is in No Way an Overreaction to Teenagers’ Online Habits” by Ian McWethy and Carrie McCrossen.
Please email katrienv@nbsva.org to request a Zoom link to join us for this funny and entertaining look at social media.
(There will be a 6:30 performance also on the same day.)

Middle School Spring Play (Online)
2021-04-01 18:30 - 19:00
The NBS Middle Schoolers present “This Is Your Brain on Social Media: A Cautionary Tale That is in No Way an Overreaction to Teenagers’ Online Habits” by Ian McWethy and Carrie McCrossen.
Please email katrienv@nbsva.org to request a Zoom link to join us for this funny and entertaining look at social media.
(There will be a 1:30 PM performance also on the same day.)

Preschool Play Day
2021-08-23 09:00 - 10:30
Gathering for students, teachers and parents before the beginning of school.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2021-09-23 18:30 - 20:00
Adult members of the school community are welcome to attend the open session of the meeting.

NBS Thanksgiving Stone Soup
2021-11-19 12:00 - 16:00
NBS will be celebrating our families and giving thanks by making a community-wide cauldron of vegetable soup. Each class will have a small assembly for their families and then share bowls of soup from the cauldron.

Preschool @ 12 noon
Primaries @ 1 pm
Juniors @ 2 pm
Seniors & Middle School @ 3 pm

St. George and the Dragon - Primaries Performance
2021-12-16 14:00 - 15:00
The performance will be outside at NBS (inclement weather location will be RVCC.) Please bring a camp chair and blanket. This performance is for Primary parents ONLY. Thank you for helping us keep our COVID mitigation strategies in place!

St. George and the Dragon - Juniors Performance
2021-12-17 14:00 - 15:00
The performance will be outside at NBS (inclement weather location will be RVCC.) Please bring a camp chair and blanket. This performance is for Junior parents ONLY. Thank you for helping us keep our COVID mitigation strategies in place!

St. George & The Dragon - Seniors/MS Performance
2021-12-17 18:00 - 19:00
The performance will be outside at NBS (inclement weather location will be RVCC.) Please bring a camp chair and blanket. This performance is for Senior & Middle School parents ONLY. Thank you for helping us keep our COVID mitigation strategies in place!

Open House
2022-02-15 17:30 - 19:00
Prospective parents are invited to tour the school, meet teachers, and learn more about how a North Branch education can be right for your family. Please call Autum at 540-456-8450 or email northbranch@nbsva.org for more information.
https://north-branch-school.org/admissions-welcome-video/
https://north-branch-school.org/about/rooted-in-a-love-of-learning/

Stone Soup - Preschool
2022-11-18 12:00 - 12:45
Families will enjoy soup made by students with a short assembly prior to the meal.

Stone Soup - Early Primary through Middle School
2022-11-18 16:00 - 17:00

St. George and the Dragon
2022-12-20
Times and location of performances tba

Morning Open House
2023-02-07 10:00 - 11:00
Rooted in a love of learning, North Branch School inspires students academically in a nurturing environment, emphasizing hands-on learning and cooperation. For more information about our educational philosophy, please visit our Open House on February 7. You’ll have a chance to meet staff and parents, observe in classes, and tour our campus. There is also an evening option on the same day from 5:30 – 6:30 PM.
If the 7th doesn’t work for you, please feel free to email or call Autum ’96, our administrator, to schedule another time to visit: northbranch@nbsva.org or 540-456-8450.

Evening Open House
2023-02-07 17:30 - 18:30
Rooted in a love of learning, North Branch School inspires students academically in a nurturing environment, emphasizing hands-on learning and cooperation. For more information about our educational philosophy, please visit our Open House on February 7. You’ll have a chance to meet staff and parents, observe in classes, and tour our campus. There is also a morning option on the same day from 10:00 – 11:00 AM.
If the 7th doesn’t work for you, please feel free to email or call Autum ’96, our administrator, to schedule another time to visit: northbranch@nbsva.org or 540-456-8450.

Middle School Play - afternoon performance
2023-03-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Rapunzel’s Coffee & Books, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, VA, 22949, United States
The Middle School will present its spring play, “Macbeth.” at Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books in Lovingston. All ages are welcome, but it’s helpful to let Katrien know if you want to come, as seating is limited. Beverages and snacks will be sold by Rapunzel’s before and after the show. We will also be taking a collection for our “Comfort Cases” fundraiser. Note: This is not your typical “Macbeth..” If you have Shakesfear, come and see!

Middle School Play - evening performance
2023-03-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Rapunzel’s Coffee & Books, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, VA, 22949, United States

Student Art Show
2023-04-28 15:45 - 16:15
Join us in the Big Room for a viewing of artwork by students.

End-of-School celebration & 8th-grade graduation
2023-06-02 16:30 - 18:00

Play Day for Preschool & Early Primary
2023-08-22 10:00 - 11:30
Preschool and Early Primary students and their families should plan on attending this opportunity to explore the classroom and playground, and greet teachers and fellow students.

Back to School Night (EP - MS)
2023-08-29 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-29 18:00 - 19:00
Parents of children in Early Primary, Primary Blue, Primary Yellow, Juniors, Seniors, and Middle School should plan to attend EITHER the 4-5 PM or 6-7 PM information session.

Grandparents' Day-Preschool & EP
2023-10-20 11:30 - 12:45
We look forward to welcoming grandparents or friends of the family to visit in our Preschool and Early Primary classrooms. Please bring a lunch for yourself.
RSVP to 434-989-2447 or giving@nbsva.org

Grandparents' Day - Primary Blue-Middle School
2023-10-20 14:00 - 15:15
We look forward to welcoming grandparents or friends of the family to visit with our Primary Blue – Middle School students.
RSVP to 434-989-2447 or giving@nbsva.org

Stone Soup Celebration
2023-11-17 15:30 - 17:00
Join us for a simple meal of delicious stone soup and cornbread. There will be short music program before serving.

St. George and the Dragon
2023-12-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Rockfish Valley Community Center, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22920, United States
The afternoon performance features Early Primary – Middle School students.

Saint George and the Dragon
2023-12-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Rockfish Valley Community Center, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22920, United States
The evening performance features Juniors – Middle School students

Alum St. George!
2023-12-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockfish Valley Community Center, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22920, United States
It happens every five years. Help us celebrate North Branch’s 40th anniversary with an alum twist on this beloved tradition. Alums who wish to shape the production will be invited to gather earlier in the day. Stay tuned for details!

Meet the Board
2024-01-25 19:00 - 20:00
Meet the Board!
Parents are invited to gather with North Branch School’s Board of Trustees on Thursday, January 25, 7-8 pm, in the Big Room. Let’s start the New Year by getting to know one another better. The Board will be sharing

Overview of North Branch School (including budget and finances)

Recent Updates

Future Plans

AND Delicious Goodies!

First Friday Coffee Time
2024-02-02 08:45 - 09:30
Bring a mug and join us for a cup of coffee or tea. This is a great time to meet other parents!

Open House
2024-02-13 10:00 - 11:00
Tour NBS, meet teachers and parents, and discover how a North Branch education is rooted in a love of learning.
