🚍 BIG BUS. BIG IMPACT. ❤️
Be the first smile our students see each morning and the driver of their success at Big Rapids Public Schools!
We’re looking for caring, dependable drivers to join our amazing transportation team. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a lasting impact on kids every single day.
✨ What we offer:
✅ Starting wage: $25.64
✅ New driver bonus
✅ Paid training provided
✅ A supportive, team-focused environment
✅ The opportunity to change lives, one bus ride at a time
👉 Apply today: www.brps.org/jobs
This message is from the City of Big Rapids and particularly pertains to our Middle School families:
Subject: Traffic & Sidewalk Advisory: Michigan St. & Pine St. Construction
Dear Community Members,
The City has begun construction at the intersection of Michigan Street and Pine Street, near the Elks Lodge. Please note the following changes:
Michigan Street will remain open, but traffic will be narrowed through the construction zone.
The east-side sidewalk on Michigan Street (by the Elks Lodge) will be closed during the project.
The west-side sidewalk (by the roller rink) will remain open for pedestrians.
As this intersection experiences heavy traffic after school, we encourage families, students, and drivers to plan accordingly and use extra caution in the area.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as these improvements are made.
Subject: Traffic & Sidewalk Advisory: Michigan St. & Pine St. Construction
Dear Community Members,
The City has begun construction at the intersection of Michigan Street and Pine Street, near the Elks Lodge. Please note the following changes:
Michigan Street will remain open, but traffic will be narrowed through the construction zone.
The east-side sidewalk on Michigan Street (by the Elks Lodge) will be closed during the project.
The west-side sidewalk (by the roller rink) will remain open for pedestrians.
As this intersection experiences heavy traffic after school, we encourage families, students, and drivers to plan accordingly and use extra caution in the area.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as these improvements are made.
Homecoming Spirit Week was full of Cardinal pride across our district! From crazy hats and neon outfits to red & blue Cardinal gear, our students and staff showed up in the best way.
We loved seeing the creativity, energy, and school spirit in every building. What a great week to be a Cardinal!
🎥 Watch the full Homecoming Spirit Week video here: https://video214.com/play/pFGh71QsgbzcoQC0a76avg/s/dark
Join us for the parade and Homecoming football game tonight, and let's cheer our Cardinals to another victory!
🎉 Homecoming Parade! 🎉
📅 Friday, Sept. 12
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Starts at BR Middle School
Bring your BR spirit and help us celebrate!
Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, as well as the courage of the first responders and the resilience of our nation.
At BRPS, we join communities across the country in reflection and remembrance. ❤️🤍💙
At BRPS, we join communities across the country in reflection and remembrance. ❤️🤍💙
🎉Announcing Our 2025 Homecoming Grand Marshals! 🎉
We are proud to share that Jon and Emily Coles have been selected as this year’s Homecoming Grand Marshals! Their dedication, spirit, and support for our schools and community make them the perfect representatives to lead this year’s celebration.
Join us in congratulating Jon and Emily, and be sure to give them a warm Cardinal welcome during the Homecoming parade and festivities!
We are proud to share that Jon and Emily Coles have been selected as this year’s Homecoming Grand Marshals! Their dedication, spirit, and support for our schools and community make them the perfect representatives to lead this year’s celebration.
Join us in congratulating Jon and Emily, and be sure to give them a warm Cardinal welcome during the Homecoming parade and festivities!
🍿 Parents, Grandparents, Friends - we need your help!
Our BR Athletics concession stand is looking for volunteers. Whether you can help for one game or many, every shift makes a difference for our athletes. Sign up today and be part of the team behind the team! 🙌
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8AC23A7F5C70-58185895-concessions#/
Our BR Athletics concession stand is looking for volunteers. Whether you can help for one game or many, every shift makes a difference for our athletes. Sign up today and be part of the team behind the team! 🙌
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8AC23A7F5C70-58185895-concessions#/
Ferris State University Dental Clinic provides free kids cleanings, x-rays, and sealants.
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
TrebleMakers Youth Choir is starting a new season and they're excited to share the joy of song with your child!
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
🎟️ Family Passes for BR Athletics 🎟️
Looking for a convenient and affordable way to cheer on the Cardinals all year long?
The BRHS Athletics Family Pass is available now for the 2025–26 school year!
👉 Details & form: https://5il.co/1wrg6
If you’re interested or have questions, please reach out to the Big Rapids High School Athletic Department.
Let’s pack the stands with Cardinal pride and support our student-athletes this season! 🏀⚽🏐🏈⚾
Looking for a convenient and affordable way to cheer on the Cardinals all year long?
The BRHS Athletics Family Pass is available now for the 2025–26 school year!
👉 Details & form: https://5il.co/1wrg6
If you’re interested or have questions, please reach out to the Big Rapids High School Athletic Department.
Let’s pack the stands with Cardinal pride and support our student-athletes this season! 🏀⚽🏐🏈⚾
📣 BR Cardinals Spirit Wear – Final Chance! 📣
Missed the first deadline? Good news—we’ve opened the Spirit Pack 2025 Online Store for ONE more week!
🛍️ Order here: http://teamchaser.com/
🔑 Sales Code: BRSPIRITPT2
📂 Find it under the TEAM SALES tab (upper left corner).
⚠️ Hurry—this is the FINAL order and the store will close on September 7th at 11:59 pm.
Don’t miss your chance to show your Cardinal pride!
Missed the first deadline? Good news—we’ve opened the Spirit Pack 2025 Online Store for ONE more week!
🛍️ Order here: http://teamchaser.com/
🔑 Sales Code: BRSPIRITPT2
📂 Find it under the TEAM SALES tab (upper left corner).
⚠️ Hurry—this is the FINAL order and the store will close on September 7th at 11:59 pm.
Don’t miss your chance to show your Cardinal pride!
To learn more about Champion Force Cheerleading, for boys and girls aged 4-18, please visit our Virtual Backpack at https://www.brps.org/page/flyers.
BR Families!
We hope you enjoy a relaxing Labor Day weekend with family and friends. ❤️💙
📅 Reminder: There is no school on Friday, August 29 or Monday, September 1.
We hope you enjoy a relaxing Labor Day weekend with family and friends. ❤️💙
📅 Reminder: There is no school on Friday, August 29 or Monday, September 1.
-Graduating Classes of 2027-2030-
Please help us decide our 2027 travel destination!
https://forms.gle/T6TsU8n
Please help us decide our 2027 travel destination!
https://forms.gle/T6TsU8n
🎾 Junior Tennis Programs at Ferris State University 🎾
Sessions run Sept. 8, 2025 – Apr. 30, 2026 for ages 4–18.
Classes available for Pre-K through High School, with options on weekdays after school.
📍 Racquet & Fitness Center
🔗 Register online: ferrisurec.clubautomation.com
📞 Call (231) 591-2212 for details
Sessions run Sept. 8, 2025 – Apr. 30, 2026 for ages 4–18.
Classes available for Pre-K through High School, with options on weekdays after school.
📍 Racquet & Fitness Center
🔗 Register online: ferrisurec.clubautomation.com
📞 Call (231) 591-2212 for details
Ferris State University Cheer & Stunt presents Little Dawg Night!
Saturday, September 13 from 9am-12noon. Open to ages 5-12.
Visit https://www.ferrisstatebulldogs.com/camps/stuntcamps for more information.
Saturday, September 13 from 9am-12noon. Open to ages 5-12.
Visit https://www.ferrisstatebulldogs.com/camps/stuntcamps for more information.
Youth Volleyball Skills Camp
Big Rapids High School volleyball players and coaches are hosting a skills camp for 3rd–6th graders this fall!
📅 Dates: September 5, September 19, October 3, October 10
🕒 Time: 3:45–4:45 PM
📍 Location: Big Rapids High School
Learn volleyball basics while being paired with a BRHS player!
➡️ For full details and registration information, visit: brps.org/page/flyers
Big Rapids High School volleyball players and coaches are hosting a skills camp for 3rd–6th graders this fall!
📅 Dates: September 5, September 19, October 3, October 10
🕒 Time: 3:45–4:45 PM
📍 Location: Big Rapids High School
Learn volleyball basics while being paired with a BRHS player!
➡️ For full details and registration information, visit: brps.org/page/flyers
Big Rapids Public Schools is adopting a more efficient and environmentally responsible approach to sharing information from outside organizations. Instead of sending printed flyers home with students, BRPS will now post approved materials from approved community partners on our new Virtual Backpack webpage.
This change is expected to reduce paper use, save staff time, and make it easier for families to access community information year-round.
School-related announcements, classroom updates, and student assignments will still be sent home in student backpacks. Families should continue to check backpacks regularly for important school communications.
To share your organization's flyer, please visit https://www.brps.org/page/flyers.
To find flyers, click on the 'Virtual Backpack' button beneath the photo gallery on the BRPS homepage at www.brps.org.
This change is expected to reduce paper use, save staff time, and make it easier for families to access community information year-round.
School-related announcements, classroom updates, and student assignments will still be sent home in student backpacks. Families should continue to check backpacks regularly for important school communications.
To share your organization's flyer, please visit https://www.brps.org/page/flyers.
To find flyers, click on the 'Virtual Backpack' button beneath the photo gallery on the BRPS homepage at www.brps.org.
📚✏️ Welcome Back, Cardinals!
We can’t wait to see our students back in the classrooms!
📅 First Day: Thursday, August 21 – 11:30 am dismissal
📅 Full Day: Friday, August 22
Let’s make it a fantastic school year!
📣 Back to School at BRHS!
We’re getting ready to welcome our Cardinals back for an amazing year!
Mark your calendars for these important dates:
📅 August 18
4:00–5:30 PM – Class of ’29 Swing In (includes new enrollees)
3:30–5:30 PM – Class of ’29 School Pictures & ID Pickup
📅 August 20
9:00 AM–3:00 PM – Upperclassmen Open Registration
9:00 AM–3:00 PM – Upperclassmen School Pictures & ID Pickup
📷 Don’t forget: Pictures will be taken during these times, so come photo-ready.
We can’t wait to welcome you back!
We’re getting ready to welcome our Cardinals back for an amazing year!
Mark your calendars for these important dates:
📅 August 18
4:00–5:30 PM – Class of ’29 Swing In (includes new enrollees)
3:30–5:30 PM – Class of ’29 School Pictures & ID Pickup
📅 August 20
9:00 AM–3:00 PM – Upperclassmen Open Registration
9:00 AM–3:00 PM – Upperclassmen School Pictures & ID Pickup
📷 Don’t forget: Pictures will be taken during these times, so come photo-ready.
We can’t wait to welcome you back!
