
We are proud to celebrate these students for their hard work, leadership, dedication, and accomplishments throughout the school year and, for some awards, throughout their entire high school career. Thank you to everyone who helped recognize and support our students along the way.
View all the award recipients here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/aorJX8SSvGyHu9CQ6



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

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!


📅 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 3:15 PM
📍 BRHS Auditorium
Come support and recognize these outstanding students as they take the next step in their athletic and academic journeys. We’re proud of their hard work, dedication, and achievements!



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 Training Room will be CLOSED over Spring Break!





Big Rapids Public Schools will be CLOSED today, Friday, March 13th due to poor weather conditions.

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!

Just pick up a Pioneer newspaper on Saturday, March 14.

