The 23-24 school year is upon us at New Branches Charter Academy, and we know that with that comes a plethora of common anxieties, concerns and excitements. For students and their families, the end of the summer can be a…
Forming Good Summer Habits at New Branches Charter Academy
July marks the halfway point in what has been an exciting summer at New Branches Charter Academy. There has been plenty going on at our school as we get ready for another class of new and familiar faces, and we…
Inspiring Environmental Learners at New Branches Charter Academy
At New Branches Charter Academy, we take pride in bringing environmentally-focused experiences to our students. Since our inception as, “The Climbing Tree School” in 1971, we have held true to providing a unique alternative to traditional programs and practices in…
Summer of STEM at New Branches Charter Academy
We at New Branches Charter Academy are so proud of our school community for another incredible school year. We’re already hard at work getting our building ready for both familiar and new smiling faces. With another year of learning on…
Forming Reading Habits at New Branches Charter Academy
March is a very exciting time at New Branches Charter Academy, and as we approach both the beginning of Spring and National Reading Month, we want to showcase how that love for reading continues past the classroom. We believe…
Uncovering Earth Day’s Roots at New Branches Charter Academy
April marks both the approaching end of what has been an incredible 2022-2023 school year at New Branches Charter Academy, and the celebration of Earth Day at our campus. We are so excited to observe this day and show our…
Supporting Students in Youth Mental Health Awareness Month at New Branches Charter Academy
February is Youth Mental Health Awareness Month, and we know it can be a difficult time for our students. We serve our community at New Branches Charter Academy by putting our students’ wellbeing first, and we are committed to creating…
Board Appreciation Month at New Branches Charter Academy
January not only marks the beginning of a new year at New Branches Charter Academy, it also signifies a time to recognize and appreciate vital members of our school community! As we celebrate School Board Appreciation Month, now more than…
3 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season at New Branches Charter Academy
Happy Winter everyone! We are excited to see bright-eyed students line the halls again before we all head off for Winter Break. The holidays are a time for giving, and in honor of this month’s theme of gratitude and giving…
Author of Nation’s First Charter Schools Law Visits New Branches Charter Academy
Ember Reichgott Junge, a former Minnesota state senator, and sponsor of the nation’s first charter schools law, visited New Branches Charter Academy today. She was in town to celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the charter school law. New Branches has…