The Michigan High School Coaches Association (MHSCA), the professional organization representing school coaches and athletic directors across the state, is proud to announce that Mr. Cole Haist of Big Rapids High School has been selected as one of eight statewide recipients of the prestigious MHSCA Rich Tompkins Multi-Sport Athlete Award.
Mr. Haist will be formally recognized during the Big Rapids Senior Honors Award Ceremony later this spring. His selection highlights his outstanding contributions to athletics, academics, and the community throughout his high school career.
For more on this achievement, visit https://bigrapidsmi.sites.thrillshare.com/o/bra/article/2852726
🚌 Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌
Today, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, we celebrate the incredible individuals who safely transport our students each and every day.
Our bus drivers are often the first and last friendly face our students see—greeting them with a smile in the morning and ensuring they return home safely in the afternoon. Their dedication, patience, and commitment to safety do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all you do to keep our students safe and supported. We appreciate you today and every day!
Today, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, we celebrate the incredible individuals who safely transport our students each and every day.
Our bus drivers are often the first and last friendly face our students see—greeting them with a smile in the morning and ensuring they return home safely in the afternoon. Their dedication, patience, and commitment to safety do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all you do to keep our students safe and supported. We appreciate you today and every day!
🎶 We’re proud to share that Big Rapids Public Schools has once again been named one of the Best Communities in Music Education — marking our 9th consecutive year receiving this national honor!
This recognition celebrates more than music — it celebrates opportunity. Big Rapids Public Schools is proud to be a #BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation, ensuring access to music learning for every student.
As Middle School Band Director Albie Todd shared, “Earning this recognition for the ninth consecutive year reflects the strong support for music across our district and the meaningful opportunities our students experience every day.”
👏 Thank you to our dedicated staff, supportive community, and talented students who make this possible!
🔗 Learn more: https://www.brps.org/article/2841396
This recognition celebrates more than music — it celebrates opportunity. Big Rapids Public Schools is proud to be a #BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation, ensuring access to music learning for every student.
As Middle School Band Director Albie Todd shared, “Earning this recognition for the ninth consecutive year reflects the strong support for music across our district and the meaningful opportunities our students experience every day.”
👏 Thank you to our dedicated staff, supportive community, and talented students who make this possible!
🔗 Learn more: https://www.brps.org/article/2841396
It’s here! 📅
The highly anticipated 2026–27 BRPS Academic Calendar has been released!
Start planning for the upcoming school year — from the first day to breaks and everything in between.
Check it out here: https://aptg.co/RB4Mmh
You can also find it in the BRPS App under Documents or by clicking the “26–27 School Calendar” icon on the BRPS homepage.
The highly anticipated 2026–27 BRPS Academic Calendar has been released!
Start planning for the upcoming school year — from the first day to breaks and everything in between.
Check it out here: https://aptg.co/RB4Mmh
You can also find it in the BRPS App under Documents or by clicking the “26–27 School Calendar” icon on the BRPS homepage.
It’s Professional Development Day at BRPS — and it’s not just for teachers! 🚌
Today, our transportation team is hard at work participating in training to keep our students safe and ensure everything runs smoothly on the road. Our bus drivers are always learning and growing!
We’re grateful for the dedication of ALL our staff who make a difference every day.
Today, our transportation team is hard at work participating in training to keep our students safe and ensure everything runs smoothly on the road. Our bus drivers are always learning and growing!
We’re grateful for the dedication of ALL our staff who make a difference every day.
An unexpected situation at Big Rapids Middle School recently highlighted the importance of preparation, awareness, and student leadership.
Check out the full story at: https://bigrapidsmi.sites.thrillshare.com/article/2819543
Check out the full story at: https://bigrapidsmi.sites.thrillshare.com/article/2819543
Reminder BR Families-
There will be no school on Friday or Monday, April 17th & 20th.
There will be no school on Friday or Monday, April 17th & 20th.
Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy Tie Dye & Drumming - for more info, visit www.brps.org/flyers!
Spring Break Reminder!
Big Rapids Public Schools will be on Spring Break March 30 – April 3.
We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break! School will resume on Monday, April 6.
Enjoy the time off and we’ll see everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong!
Big Rapids Public Schools will be on Spring Break March 30 – April 3.
We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break! School will resume on Monday, April 6.
Enjoy the time off and we’ll see everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong!
🖊️The Cardinal Kindergarten Signing Day photo gallery is now live!
Families can now download their child’s adorable photos and relive all the excitement from this special event!
📸 View & download your photos: www.brps.org/kgallery
Haven’t signed your future Cardinal yet? There’s still time to enroll for the 2026–27 school year!
🔗 Get started here: www.brps.org/enroll
We can’t wait to welcome our newest class of Cardinals!
Families can now download their child’s adorable photos and relive all the excitement from this special event!
📸 View & download your photos: www.brps.org/kgallery
Haven’t signed your future Cardinal yet? There’s still time to enroll for the 2026–27 school year!
🔗 Get started here: www.brps.org/enroll
We can’t wait to welcome our newest class of Cardinals!
Big Rapids Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, March 17, due to poor road conditions.
Big Rapids Public Schools will be closed today, Monday, March 16th, due to poor road conditions.
**UPDATE**
Big Rapids Public Schools will be CLOSED today, Friday, March 13th due to poor weather conditions.
Big Rapids Public Schools will be CLOSED today, Friday, March 13th due to poor weather conditions.
Big Rapids Public Schools will be on a 3-hour delay today, Friday, March 13th, due to poor weather conditions.
Game Location Update
Due to a power outage at Gaylord Public Schools, tonight’s Regional Final girls basketball game between Big Rapids and Petoskey has been moved to Traverse City Central High School.
Game Time: 7:00 PM
Tickets: All pre-purchased tickets will still be valid.
Additional tickets can be purchased at gofan.co.
Let’s go Cardinals! ❤️🏀
Due to a power outage at Gaylord Public Schools, tonight’s Regional Final girls basketball game between Big Rapids and Petoskey has been moved to Traverse City Central High School.
Game Time: 7:00 PM
Tickets: All pre-purchased tickets will still be valid.
Additional tickets can be purchased at gofan.co.
Let’s go Cardinals! ❤️🏀
The Regional Final Girls Basketball game will be rescheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, March 12, at 7pm in Gaylord.
Please follow our Athletics page for any updates.
Go Cards!
Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor fun at the Inaugural Play Day!
Visit www.brps.org/flyers for more information.
Visit www.brps.org/flyers for more information.
