
January 23, 2026
Central Office (231) 796-2627 21034 15 Mile Road Big Rapids, MI 49307 BRPS Facilities & Grounds Department (231)592-8503 500 North Warren Avenue Big Rapids, MI 49307 B...

June 9, 2026
Big Rapids Public Schools is thrilled to announce a very familiar face is stepping into a vital leadership role! Heather Zocco , a dedicated educator who has been teaching at Riv...

June 1, 2026
As the school year draws to a close, Big Rapids Public Schools is preparing to say a bittersweet farewell to beloved Paraprofessional Christine Bouman, who will be officially reti...

May 31, 2026
After being a part of the Big Rapids Public Schools family for three decades, beloved Grounds Custodian David Sims officially retired at the end of the last calendar year. David f...

May 31, 2026
As we continue to honor our retiring educators at Big Rapids Public Schools, we are shining the spotlight on a teacher who loved our district so much that she couldn't stay away! ...

May 30, 2026
It is often said that the true measure of a teacher's career isn't found in lesson plans or test scores, but in the lasting impressions left on the hearts of their students. By t...

May 29, 2026
After a legendary career spanning nearly every corner of the district, Riverview Elementary Principal Renee Kent is officially preparing to turn the page to a well-deserved next c...

May 28, 2026
When we think about what makes a school district succeed, we often think of the lessons taught in the classrooms. But just as vital are the dedicated individuals who work behind t...

May 28, 2026
BIG RAPIDS, MI — Behind every smooth school day, perfectly timed event, and well-maintained facility at Big Rapids Public Schools is a dedicated team working diligently behind t...

May 27, 2026
For the past twenty-five years, one name has been synonymous with energy, laughter, and an undeniable passion for teaching at Riverview Elementary: Traci Fox . Known affectionate...

May 26, 2026
As the school year winds down, Big Rapids Public Schools is saying a bittersweet farewell to some of our most dedicated educators. Today, we are shining a spotlight on Mary Barbo...

May 22, 2026
BIG RAPIDS, MI — It is often said that inspiration can strike anywhere, but for Eastwood Early Childhood Center kindergartener Zy'Aire Harris, it struck right on the home screen...

May 20, 2026
BIG RAPIDS, MI — Big Rapids High School is thrilled to announce that senior Benjamin D. Wayne has advanced to the semifinalist round of the prestigious 2026 U.S. Presidential Sc...

May 15, 2026
As we gear up for graduation season, we couldn't resist sharing these side-by-side images of our newest Kindergarten graduates next to our departing seniors. Parents, they say th...

May 12, 2026
The Big Rapids Public Schools Board of Education meeting last night included several moments of celebration and recognition. During the Cardinal Pride portion of the meeting, the ...

April 24, 2026
Big Rapids Public Schools has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) Award from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music...

April 14, 2026
Big Rapids — An unexpected situation at Big Rapids Middle School recently highlighted the importance of preparation, awareness, and student leadership. During a passing time betwee...

February 20, 2026
The Trade Fair has been one of the most anticipated and engaging learning experiences in Lauren Tanner’s fifth-grade classroom. What has become a classroom favorite continues to p...

February 10, 2026
Big Rapids High School hosted a successful Career Fair today, welcoming more than 65 prospective employers who took time to connect with and inspire our students. Representatives ...

February 2, 2026
Big Rapids High School students had a unique learning opportunity today with a special visit from Chief Meteorologist Joel Fritsma of the Michigan Storm Chasers . The visit was a...
