BON APPÉTIT BRMS! 5th graders this week enjoyed a "book tasting "
Students read books from their new Adventure/Survival unit in a café-styled classroom (Pressley’s Cafe of course)
The goal was for them to “taste-test” new genres that they’ve never tried before. Students were served hot chocolate and cookies while they read and wrote reviews for the new books in the classroom.
🌌✨ Out of This World Mom & Son Dance! ✨🌌
Big Rapids High School SADD and MCYAC student groups are teaming up to host a special night where moms (and grandmas, aunts, sisters, or VIP women!) and sons can create lasting memories together. Get ready for a night that’s truly Out of This World! 🚀💫
📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
📍 BRHS Gym
👦 Sons: Toddler–6th grade
💵 $5 per person (pay at the door)
👗👟 Dress Code: Embrace the space theme! Casual, fancy, or costumey — let your creativity shine.
⚠️ Please note: No high heels or marking shoes (like cowboy boots) on the gym floor. Bring dance-friendly shoes.
❓ Questions?
Contact MCYAC & SADD advisors:
📧 Caryn Schonert – cschonert@brps.org
📧 Tammy Pruden – tpruden@brps.org
🌠 We can’t wait to see you there for a night of dancing, laughter, and memories! 💙💃🕺
Big Rapids High School SADD and MCYAC student groups are teaming up to host a special night where moms (and grandmas, aunts, sisters, or VIP women!) and sons can create lasting memories together. Get ready for a night that’s truly Out of This World! 🚀💫
📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
📍 BRHS Gym
👦 Sons: Toddler–6th grade
💵 $5 per person (pay at the door)
👗👟 Dress Code: Embrace the space theme! Casual, fancy, or costumey — let your creativity shine.
⚠️ Please note: No high heels or marking shoes (like cowboy boots) on the gym floor. Bring dance-friendly shoes.
❓ Questions?
Contact MCYAC & SADD advisors:
📧 Caryn Schonert – cschonert@brps.org
📧 Tammy Pruden – tpruden@brps.org
🌠 We can’t wait to see you there for a night of dancing, laughter, and memories! 💙💃🕺
BRMS UPDATE
Our Middle School Girls basketball game v. Central Montcalm scheduled for tonight has been CANCELLED.
Our Middle School Girls basketball game v. Central Montcalm scheduled for tonight has been CANCELLED.
Absolute awesome end to spirit here at BRMS with Cardinal Crazy day a d a PBIS reward day!
The 6th grade team will be selling fresh made COTTON CANDY at this Friday nights Varsity Basketball games @ BRHS - Jan 30 5:30-7:45! Come out and show some Cardinal spirit, cheer on our basketball programs, and support 6th grade!
Spirit week is strong at BRMS! Cold can't keep us down with Decades day and Tropical day!
Here is a look at BRMS spirit days for next week!
Good Evening-
Big Rapids Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, due to the extreme temperatures.
Big Rapids Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, due to the extreme temperatures.
📚 Parent-Teacher Conference Reminder
A quick reminder for families of Middle School and High School students that Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held:
🗓 Wednesday, January 21
🏫 Middle School: 4:00–7:00 PM
🎓 High School: 4:00–6:00 PM
❄️ Weather Contingency:
If school is canceled due to a snow day on January 21, conferences will be rescheduled for Wednesday, January 28.
We look forward to connecting with families and supporting our students’ success!
A quick reminder for families of Middle School and High School students that Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held:
🗓 Wednesday, January 21
🏫 Middle School: 4:00–7:00 PM
🎓 High School: 4:00–6:00 PM
❄️ Weather Contingency:
If school is canceled due to a snow day on January 21, conferences will be rescheduled for Wednesday, January 28.
We look forward to connecting with families and supporting our students’ success!
Athletics Update
-Middle School Basketball at Reed City has been cancelled.
-JV/V Girls Basketball vs. Mount Pleasant at home is still scheduled.
-Hockey at Traverse City St. Francis has been cancelled.
-Boys Basketball at Manistee has been cancelled.
We will share updates if additional changes occur.
-Middle School Basketball at Reed City has been cancelled.
-JV/V Girls Basketball vs. Mount Pleasant at home is still scheduled.
-Hockey at Traverse City St. Francis has been cancelled.
-Boys Basketball at Manistee has been cancelled.
We will share updates if additional changes occur.
🏒 Cardinal Spirit on Full Display! 🏒
Today, Friday, January 16, our 8th–12th grade students had the opportunity to attend the Big Rapids High School hockey game against Grand Rapids Catholic Central — and it was incredible to see our students show up and support our programs.
While the Cardinals didn’t come away with the win on the scoreboard, the Cardinal Spirit in the stands was victorious. Seeing students cheer on their peers and represent BR with pride is what school community is all about.
A huge thank you to the staff who made this experience possible — from scheduling and transportation to event coordination and entertainment. Your behind-the-scenes work created a memorable day for our students.
Cardinal Pride always wins!
Today, Friday, January 16, our 8th–12th grade students had the opportunity to attend the Big Rapids High School hockey game against Grand Rapids Catholic Central — and it was incredible to see our students show up and support our programs.
While the Cardinals didn’t come away with the win on the scoreboard, the Cardinal Spirit in the stands was victorious. Seeing students cheer on their peers and represent BR with pride is what school community is all about.
A huge thank you to the staff who made this experience possible — from scheduling and transportation to event coordination and entertainment. Your behind-the-scenes work created a memorable day for our students.
Cardinal Pride always wins!
⚽ Ferris State Soccer Youth Soccer Camp ⚽
Looking for a fun opportunity for young soccer players this winter? Ferris State is hosting a Youth Futsal Camp on Monday, February 16 at Jim Wink Arena on the Ferris State campus!
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
Looking for a fun opportunity for young soccer players this winter? Ferris State is hosting a Youth Futsal Camp on Monday, February 16 at Jim Wink Arena on the Ferris State campus!
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers.
*Reminder*
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 19th
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 19th
👨👩👧👦🛍️ Family to Family Sale at Eastwood Elementary! 🛍️👨👩👧👦
Looking for great deals on kids’ clothing, toys, and more? Join us for the Family to Family Sale, a community event where families can shop, save, and support our schools.
Check out all the details at www.brps.org/flyers
Looking for great deals on kids’ clothing, toys, and more? Join us for the Family to Family Sale, a community event where families can shop, save, and support our schools.
Check out all the details at www.brps.org/flyers
🦷✨ FREE Dental Services for Kids! ✨🦷
Ferris State University is offering FREE dental cleanings, X-rays, and sealants for kids through their Dental Clinic — and the flyer is now available in our Virtual Backpack! www.brps.or/flyers
Ferris State University is offering FREE dental cleanings, X-rays, and sealants for kids through their Dental Clinic — and the flyer is now available in our Virtual Backpack! www.brps.or/flyers
☕🎭 Support BRMS Drama! 🎭☕
Join us for a fundraiser for the Big Rapids Middle School Drama Department on Thursday, January 22 at BIGGBY Coffee!
Just stop in, tell your barista you’re there to support BRMS Drama, and $1 from every beverage will be donated to the program.
Grab a drink, support the arts, and help our student performers shine! 🎬✨
Join us for a fundraiser for the Big Rapids Middle School Drama Department on Thursday, January 22 at BIGGBY Coffee!
Just stop in, tell your barista you’re there to support BRMS Drama, and $1 from every beverage will be donated to the program.
Grab a drink, support the arts, and help our student performers shine! 🎬✨
We’d love for our community to join us in thanking the Big Rapids Board of Education! 💙❤️
Last night, we had the opportunity to shower our Board with a few small gifts, and we hope they truly felt the appreciation behind them. Their time, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and community make a lasting impact every day.
Please help us celebrate and thank our Board for all they do for BRPS!
