North Branch School

Back to School Session
2024-08-27 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
Parents of students in Early Primary, Primary Blue, Primary Yellow, Juniors, Seniors and Middle School should plan to attend this session OR the 6-7 PM session to learn about expectations for the class for the year.

Play Date
2024-08-20 10:00 - 11:30
For Preschool and Early Primary families. Enrolled students and their families should plan to attend to see the classrooms and playground, meet teachers, meet other families, and learn about the year.

Family Workday
2024-08-17 09:00 - 15:00
Help us prepare for the school year by doing work in the buildings and on the grounds.

End of School Program and 8th-grade graduation
2024-05-31 16:00 - 17:00

School closed - Memorial Day
2024-05-27

Crozet Handbell Choir at NBS
2024-05-08 19:00 - 20:00 | North Branch School, 221 Mickens Road, Afton, VA, 22920
The Crozet Community Handbell Choir, including Katrien and NBS grandparent Robin McElwee, will be in concert at NBS on Wednesday, May 8, 7PM. The music is family-friendly: Disney selections, Beatles tunes, and a John Williams medley that may or may not feature Katrien in a Darth Vader mask! It’s a great opportunity for students to see what is possible with handbells and chimes. There is no admission fee, but donations are welcome.

BandFair 2024
2024-05-05 13:00 - 18:00 | Cardinal Point Winery, 9423 Batesville Road, Afton, VA, 22920, United States
An afternoon filled with music in support of North Branch students and teachers. For ticket information and more details: https://north-branch-school.org/fundraising/bandfair/

First Friday Coffee
2024-05-03 08:45 - 09:30, 2024-04-12 08:45 - 09:30, 2024-03-01 08:45 - 09:30
Bring a mug and join us for a cup of coffee or tea. This is a great way to meet other parents!

31st Annual North Branch Golf Classic
2024-04-26 13:00 - 17:30 | Stoney Creek Golf Course at Wintergreen Resort, Nellysford, VA, 22958, United States
Join us for a fun Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament at Stoney Creek Golf Course at Wintergreen Resort. Proceeds support NBS programs and the Naomi Scherr Memorial Scholarship Fund. More info at https://north-branch-school.org/fundraising/north-branch-golf-classic/

Spring Break
2024-04-01 - 2024-04-05

Middle School Play
2024-03-28 18:30 - 19:30
The Middle School will present its spring play, “Employees Must Wash Hands…Before Murder.” by Don Zolidis at Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books in Lovingston. All ages are welcome. Beverages and snacks will be sold by Rapunzel’ s before and after the show. There is a 1:30 performance also.

Middle School Play
2024-03-28 13:30 - 14:30 | Rapunzel’s Coffee & Books, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, VA, 22949, United States
The Middle School will present its spring play, “Employees Must Wash Hands…Before Murder.” by Don Zolidis at Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books in Lovingston. All ages are welcome. Beverages and snacks will be sold by Rapunzel’ s before and after the show. There is a 6:30 performance also.

Family Workday
2024-03-16 09:00 - 15:00
All are welcome and encouraged to attend. We will have both inside and outside jobs and activities that need to be completed.

Pi Day activities & donations
2024-03-14
π Math classes will explore activities around Pi, and you can celebrate with us by making a Pi Day donation in amounts related to Pi. $3.14? $31.41? $314.15? $3,141.59? You choose the decimal. This is a great time to make your Annual Fund gift. When we reach 100% family participation, NBS will receive a $2,500 challenge donation! You may contribute with cash, check, online at bit.ly/Northbranchdonation or through Venmo – QR code below. Let Bonnie know if you have any questions giving@nbsva.org

School closed (possible make up day)
2024-02-21 08:00 - 17:00
If we have to use this day as a make up day for time missed due to inclement weather, we will notify families.

School closed (possible make-up day)
2024-02-20

School closed - Presidents' Day
2024-02-19

Open House
2024-02-13 17:30 - 18:30, 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.

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!

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!

School closed - MLK Day
2024-01-15

Students return to school
2024-01-04 08:30 - 15:30
Welcome back from Winter Break!

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!

Winter Break
2023-12-20 - 2024-01-03
Enjoy your time with family!

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

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.

First Friday Coffee Time
2023-12-01 08:45 - 09:30
Join us on the front porch for coffee and tea and then shop the Holiday Craft Fair in the Big Room. This is a great chance to get to know other parents.
Please bring your own mug.
