During Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9), we extend our gratitude to all our dedicated staff members at BRPS.
This year, we're opening up shout-out submissions to celebrate and recognize not just our teachers, but all staff members across departments such as food service, front office, maintenance, transportation, administration, and paraprofessionals.
A 'shout-out' can be submitted by adults or students, with no limit on submissions. These messages will be shared throughout the week of May 5th, and while the submission form closes on May 9th, personal notes of encouragement are always welcomed and valued.
Share your shout-outs by using this form: https://forms.gle/sAi94p8decyaWoiS8
Thank you for helping us celebrate and appreciate our Big Rapids Public Schools teachers and staff.
We R BR!
🎷🎶 Congratulations to Gavin Padgett and Amund Williams! 🎶🎷
Both students have been named 2025 MSBOA Outstanding Jazz Musicians at the State Jazz Festival! 🎉 Each judge was allowed to select up to three musicians from the entire site—making this honor incredibly selective and competitive. With so many talented jazz musicians across Michigan, this recognition truly speaks to their exceptional skill and dedication.
Even more impressive? Gavin and Amund were also selected last year! 👏👏
We’re proud to have two of Michigan’s finest jazz musicians representing Big Rapids! 🎺🥁🎼
🚌 Today is Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we’re giving a big shoutout to the amazing BRPS bus drivers who safely transport our students every day!
🚦💛 Your dedication, early mornings, and friendly smiles make a big difference.
THANK YOU for all you do! 👏
🎺 Beginning Band Information Night 🎷
📍 Cardinal Hall, Big Rapids Middle School
📅 Monday, April 28
🕕 6:00 PM
Are you a 5th grade family with a future musician in the making? 🎶
Join us for Beginning Band Information Night— where you'll learn all about joining 6th Grade Band next school year!
🎵 Meet the band director
🎵 Discover what to expect in band
🎵 Get all your questions answered
🎵 Meyer Music will be on site to help with instrument info, rentals, and more!
Whether your child is already buzzing to play trumpet or curious about the clarinet, this event is the perfect first step toward a fun and rewarding musical journey. We can't wait to see you there!
At last night’s Board of Education meeting, our incredible liaison officers were recognized for their outstanding service and unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our schools. These dedicated individuals play a vital role in building strong relationships between law enforcement and the school community, and we are grateful for everything they do to support our students, staff, and families.
In addition to being honored during the meeting, the liaison officers also led CRASE training during the board workshop. This training is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance preparedness and reinforce safety protocols across the district.
We are proud to work alongside such committed professionals who help make BRPS a safer and more supportive place to learn and grow. Thank you, Officers Torres and Losinski!
🗞️ BRPS Families—Don't Miss Out! 🗞️
Pick up this Saturday’s paper (March 22) to get your copy of the Spring Events Insert!
Can’t grab a paper? No problem! View it online here: https://5il.co/3ax6j
📸✨ Kindergarten Signing Day photos are here! 🎉
Relive the excitement and download your little Cardinal’s special moment now at https://bigrapidsmi.sites.thrillshare.com/o/ee/page/k-gallery!
Missed the event? No worries! You can still enroll your child for the 2025-26 school year by stopping by Central Office or starting the process online at www.brps.org/enroll.
📩 Questions? Email enroll@brps.org or call (231) 796-2627. We can’t wait to welcome our future cardinals! ❤️
Over the weekend, our high school choir students attended the MSVMA Musical Theatre Solo & Ensemble festival—an adjudicated event for musical theatre-style singing. We are thrilled to share that our new auditioned musical theatre choir earned a PERFECT rating and has been selected to perform at the MSVMA All-State Gala Concert in May 2025!
This is an incredible achievement—the first time BR has received this honor in at least 20-25 years! It’s the equivalent of being state champions, with only a handful of choirs selected from across Michigan. In fact, our choir is the first musical theatre choir invited this school year!
Adding to the excitement, the adjudicator was so impressed that they requested a video of our group to showcase as an example for other adjudicators across the state!
On Monday, March 10, 2025, the Big Rapids Board of Education honored this outstanding group for their achievement, recognizing their hard work, dedication, and incredible talent.
A huge congratulations to our talented performers:
🎭 Gracie Edwards
🎭 Clarissa Hoffman
🎭 Kamryn Lowery-Sumlin
🎭 Meredith McAdams
🎭 Kaela Sterly
🎭 Madyson Turner
We couldn’t be more proud of these students! Let’s celebrate this huge BR win! ❤️🎶
A Tradition of Excellence Continues! 🏆🎶
This week, the Big Rapids Bands competed in the MSBOA District Band & Orchestra Festival—and they absolutely rocked it! These bands included the 7th grade and 8th grade bands, the concert band, and the wind symphony. All four BRHS bands earned straight Division I ratings!
A special shoutout to our Wind Symphony, which has earned straight I’s at District Festival every year since 1974! That’s over 50 years of musical excellence!
We are so proud of our talented musicians and dedicated directors for keeping the tradition of Arts excellence alive at BRPS! 🎵❤️
🎭✨ The BRMS Theatrical Arts team has been working hard to bring Newsies Jr. to life, and the big weekend is almost here! In preparation for the show, the cast and crew even visited Hearst Media to learn more about print production—just like real-life "newsies!" 🗞️👏
BRPS students will get a special preview this week, and the public is invited to join us for the performances:
📅 Friday at 7 PM
📅 Saturday & Sunday at 2 PM
📍 Big Rapids High School Auditorium
Tickets are available at brmsdrama.ludus.com
Come support our talented students and enjoy an incredible show! 🎶🔥
Big Rapids Public Schools is closed today, Thursday, February 13th as a result of the heavy snow and inclement weather.
🌟 Huge appreciation for our Building Intervention Teams! 🌟
Your hard work and dedication in shaping our district’s MTSS plan are making a lasting impact on student success. Thank you for your commitment to supporting every learner! 🙌❤️
Reminder BRPS Families:
No School February 14 & 17th
🎭✨ Lights, Camera, Action! ✨🎭
The BRHS Theatrical Arts Department is ready to take the stage with their production of The Audition! 🎬 Join us TONIGHT and TOMORROW at 7 PM at Big Rapids High School for a night of drama, laughter, and incredible talent!
🎟️ Get your tickets now at brhsdrama.ludus.com
Don’t miss out—come support our amazing student performers!
Big Rapids High School held Cardinal Care Day today, providing students with valuable lessons on health, safety, and well-being. Throughout the morning, students attended four sessions focused on substance abuse education, online safety education, mental health education, and healthy relationships.
This annual event helps equip students with knowledge and resources to navigate challenges and make informed decisions. By fostering awareness and open discussions, Cardinal Care Day continues to support a positive and healthy school environment at BRHS.
Thank you to our BRHS Counseling team for organizing this educational event and to all our speakers for navigating these topics with care.
🌟 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🌟
A huge thank you to our incredible school counselors for the guidance, support, and care they provide every day. 💙 From helping students navigate challenges to encouraging their dreams, you make a lasting impact!
Drop a comment to show your appreciation!
Big Rapids Public Schools will now be CLOSED for Wednesday, January 22.
Stay warm and safe, BR!
Big Rapids Public Schools will have a 3-hour delay on Wednesday, January 22nd due to the cold weather conditions.
Start times at buildings will be three hours later than normal and lunch WILL be served.
Stay tuned to www.brps.org and the BRPS app for further information.
Big Rapids Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21st due to anticipated extreme cold weather conditions.
Stay warm, BR!!
