When we moved onto our property 30 years ago one of the things that attracted us most were the several large oak trees in the area of what wou…
What’s the biggest financial mistake you can make? Choosing the wrong investments? Waiting too long to save for retirement? Underestimating th…
In an earlier article I wrote about the Red-headed Woodpecker and the efforts being made to increase their population as it’s been declining f…
Rush City is truly a hidden gem. Just by looking at a map one would notice that we have a wide variety of housing options, employment opportun…
Sit back and chill out on April 16 for National Stress Awareness Day. This year National Stress Awareness Day falls on Friday so I would like …
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.”
When Finance Director Kampa and I were hired in 2019, we were provided very clear direction: balance the budget and engage our community in th…
I had the opportunity to be part of the fun of “A Taste of Kindergarten.” Kudos to elementary principal Lori Zimmerman, Early Learning Childho…
Growing season is right around the corner and I’m excited because I love flowers. They are equally as beautiful planted in the ground as in de…
Mitigating the spread of COVID-19 starts with our schools being clean, and NBAPS is fortunate to have an exemplary team of custodians and scho…
The COVID-19 pandemic may end up changing our lives in some significant ways. To cite one example, it’s likely we’ll see a lot more people con…
In an effort to raise awareness, educate our community, reduce the stigma associated with Alzheimer’s disease and assist families with resourc…
2021 is off to an exciting start for the finance department, and entire city of North Branch for that matter.
There is something special about Eastertime, especially in the Midwest when the weather is warming, the snow is melting and the grass is final…
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It is so wonderful to have our students and staff back from spring break and with such enthusiasm!
Stress comes in the form of heavy workloads, tight budgets at home, family disputes, current events in the news, and more. While we can’t avoi…
It is hard to believe that a year ago at this time we were just starting to learn what COVID was, and what it could look like in our schools a…
With collective diligence to adhere to COVID guidelines, we are returning from spring break with a spring in our step! I am so appreciative of…
In just about any endeavor, you’ll benefit by showing resilience – and that’s certainly true when it comes to achieving your financial goals.
All of our students in grades 8-11 have been going through the registration process during this first week in March. The students have all rec…
We can influence happiness within our community, and it’s easier than you think. Here’s why:
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North Branch Area High School’s redesign process is creating new opportunities for high school students, especially in the area of career and …
The earliest observance of St. Patrick’s Day dates back to Ireland in the 1600s. It began, and still is, a religious day to recognize the deat…
This week, as I reflect on the one-year milestone of the Governor announcing school closures for the pandemic, I am in awe of the amazing dedi…
Navigating a pandemic involves addressing a lot of unknowns. District and county leaders have partnered to ensure safe learning environments.
In just a few days, we will experience the vernal equinox – one of the two times in the year when the sun is exactly above the equator. Apart …
February 22-26 was school board appreciation week and certificates of appreciation were provided each school board member at the Feb. 11 schoo…
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