Big Rapids Middle School - Educating Our Future

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.

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

Reminder BR Families-

There will be no school on Friday or Monday, April 17th & 20th.

Join us for our Glow in the Dark Dance on Friday, April 24th from 6–8 PM in the cafeteria! 🕺💃

🎧 Featuring DJ Lukas
🎟️ Tickets: $5 (sold at lunch Wed–Fri & at the door)
👕 Dress casual – jeans, t-shirts, and school-appropriate attire
🎨 Extra fun with t-shirt decorating, banner making, and more (additional cost applies)

Open to 5th–8th grade students — don’t miss one of the most exciting nights of the year! 🌟

Let’s light up the night, Cardinals! 💙💡
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NvHt1B3PGQOC_Rk4jF0fY3fUk_4X6pyE/view?usp=sharing

Ferris State is hosting a free medical clinic - to learn more, please visit www.brps.org/flyers.

What an AWESOME end to March here at BRMS! End of the day assembly included March is Readings month rewards with Mrs. Hattis getting an updated hair style and a dodgeball tournament with a weeks worth of energy! Happy spring break BRMS!

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!

6th Grade Activity night tonight at FERRIS STATE REC CENTER! $Dollars to get in and that gets the students Rock wall, swimming, open gym, pizza and a drink, and games! Students can be dropped off at 5pm and picked up at 7:30 pm!

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.

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor fun at the Inaugural Play Day!
Visit www.brps.org/flyers for more information.

BONUS ACTIVITY NIGHT!

This week, Friday March 6, BRMS is hosting a 5th and 6th grade activity night!
$5 to get in the door and concessions available! 3:30pm - 5:30pm, Students must be at school that day to attend.

Cranhill After-school Equine Education Program
Check out program dates at www.brps.org/flyers.

5-6th Grade Girls
Big Rapids Youth Volleyball League starts soon!
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.

🥣🗺️✨ Join the Quest for Breakfast at Big Rapids Public Schools! ✨🗺️🥣

March 2nd - 6th is National School Breakfast Week, and we’re inviting all students to fuel up and join the Quest for Breakfast!

The breakfast menu is packed with delicious choices to power your day:

🥐 Blueberry Cinnamon Twists
🍓 Strawberry Banana Smoothies
🥯 Jimmy Dean Sausage, Egg & Cheese Muffins
🍳 Stuffed Breakfast Hash Browns
🍊 Fresh fruit, juice & milk daily
⭐ Plus — try some of our NEW breakfast items!

Every great adventure starts with the right fuel. Start your day strong and take on the quest!

As always, breakfast and lunch menus can be found on your BRPS app or on our website at www.brps.org/menus.

TrebleMakers Youth Choir begins March 16th. Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.

Good morning—Big Rapids Public Schools will have a 3-hour delay today, Thursday, February 19th, due to fog and poor visibility.