8/31: 2:00p-7pm
9/1: 2:00pm-8pm
9/2: 2:00pm-9pm
9/3: 2:00pm-3:00pm
9/4: TBA
9/5: Closed
9/6: Closed
Quick heads-up for our families: There will be no school on Friday, August 28th.
Enjoy the long weekend, Cardinals!
Thursday, September 17 - All Day!
Tuesday, September 22 (Weather Make-Up Day)
**A Senior Parking Design Request form must be approved before painting.** If the cost is an issue or anyone has any other questions, please see Mrs. Haist!
We want to clear up some confusion caused by incorrect information listed on another webpage.
📍 Friday’s game is at BRHS Cardinal Stadium!
🆚 Paw Paw
🕖 7:00 PM
Come out and cheer on the Cardinals at home! Let’s pack Cardinal Stadium!
Be sure to grab a copy of The Pioneer newspaper on Saturday, August 22nd for the official BRHS Fall Events Insert! 🗞️
It features complete schedules for all upcoming athletic games, band performances, theatre shows, choir events, and more. Don't miss it!
We’re proud to share that Big Rapids High School has once again been recognized among Michigan’s best high schools in the 2026–27 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings!
#1 High School in the Big Rapids Area
#204 in Michigan
#5,614 Nationally
The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 public high schools nationwide, considering factors such as college readiness, state assessment performance, graduation rates, curriculum breadth, and student outcomes.
This recognition reflects the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, families, and community. From AP courses and dual enrollment to career and technical education, athletics, fine arts, clubs, and countless other opportunities, BRHS students have many pathways to prepare for life after graduation.
As Superintendent Tim Haist shared, “We’re proud of the work happening at Big Rapids High School and grateful to our families and community for their continued support.”
❤️💙 Congratulations, Cardinals! Cardinal Pride runs deep!
👉 Read the full story and learn more about the U.S. News ranking on the BRPS website found here.
Be sure to grab a copy of The Pioneer newspaper on Saturday, August 22nd for the official BRHS Fall Events Insert! 🗞️
It features complete schedules for all upcoming athletic games, band performances, theatre shows, choir events, and more. Don't miss it!
🎉 Be Part of the 2026 Homecoming Parade! ❤️💙
It’s time to show your Cardinal Pride and help us celebrate Homecoming in Big Rapids! 🎉
We’re inviting clubs, teams, organizations, businesses, families, and community groups to join us in the Homecoming Parade!
📅 Friday, September 25
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Downtown Big Rapids
➡️ The parade will begin behind Big Rapids Middle School and travel south on Michigan Avenue, ending at the Big Rapids Community Library.
Whether you’re planning a float, decorating a vehicle, walking with a group, or bringing another creative idea to life, we’d love to have you be part of the celebration!
🎈 Ready to join the parade? Register here: bit.ly/brhshoco
Let’s fill the streets with Cardinal Pride! ❤️💙
🏫 Open Houses & Back-to-School Events Are Happening This Week!
The start of a new school year is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome our Cardinals back! Join us this week to meet teachers, explore classrooms, get familiar with your school, and get ready for a great year.
📅 TUESDAY, AUGUST 18
📸 BRHS Upperclassmen Registration, School Pictures & IDs
9:00 AM–3:00 PM
For students who have attended BRHS previously (non-freshmen)
📅 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
📸 BRHS Freshman/New Student School Pictures | 3:00–6:00 PM
For the Class of 2030, transfer students, new-to-BRHS students, and foreign exchange students
👋 BRHS Swing-In Orientation | 4:00–5:30 PM
For the Class of 2030, transfer students, new-to-BRHS students, and foreign exchange students
📅 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
🏫 Eastwood Open House | 4:00–5:30 PM
📅 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
🏫 Virtual School Open House | 3:00–5:00 PM
📅 THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
🏫 Big Rapids Middle School Open House | 4:00–5:30 PM
📅 THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
🏫 Brookside Open House | 4:30–6:00 PM
📅 THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
🏫 Riverview Open House | 4:30–6:00 PM
📅 MONDAY, AUGUST 24
🎒 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, 11:30 AM dismissal
We’re looking forward to seeing our students and families throughout the week! Welcome back, Cardinals!
Summer is flying by, and the countdown to a brand-new school year is officially on!
Visit our Back to School FAQs to find quick answers to all your top questions about transportation, schedules, and more:
🔗 https://www.brps.org/page/back-to-school-faqs
See all our winners at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_gIIopZJgwWBs4R_JAvbWmrgEUUDmYXyJ7CgOtHvdtg/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you for all you participated! We appreciate you! Have a great summer!
See all our winners at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_gIIopZJgwWBs4R_JAvbWmrgEUUDmYXyJ7CgOtHvdtg/edit?usp=sharing
If you're interested in a chance to win, please call our High School office at (231) 796-7651.
Mark your calendars, Cardinals! The countdown to Homecoming is officially on.
📅 Friday, September 25
The annual Homecoming Parade 🏎🎈
The big Homecoming Football Game under the lights 🏈🔥
📅 Saturday, September 26
The Homecoming Dance 💃✨
We can't wait to see our students, families, and alumni come together to show their Cardinal Pride! More details regarding times, themes, and ticket information will be released as the dates get closer. 😉
See all our winners at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_gIIopZJgwWBs4R_JAvbWmrgEUUDmYXyJ7CgOtHvdtg/edit?usp=sharing
If you're interested in a chance to win, please call our High School office at (231) 796-7651.
We are incredibly proud of our high school Key Club members! Through a year of hard work—holding bake sales, selling flowergrams, and volunteering at Culver’s—the club raised $1,000 for the Animal Rescue Coalition (ARC)! 🐶🐱
The students voted as a group to support ARC and recently got to visit the shelter, meet some adorable animals, and present their check.
Thank you, Key Club, for your dedication to our community and its furry friends! 🐾
See all our winners at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_gIIopZJgwWBs4R_JAvbWmrgEUUDmYXyJ7CgOtHvdtg/edit?usp=sharing
If you're interested in a chance to win, please call our High School office at (231) 796-7651.
