❄️ When Weather Changes Our Plans...
Big Rapids Public Schools uses several ways to communicate school closings, delays, or early releases so families stay informed quickly and accurately.
✅ Text, email, and phone alerts (based on your Skyward contact info)
✅ Posts to our website, app, and social media
✅ Updates shared with local radio and TV stations
Be sure your contact information is up to date in Skyward Family Access so you don’t miss important updates.
📲 Learn more and see the full breakdown in the flyer found here: https://5il.co/3s8ec
Big Rapids Public Schools uses several ways to communicate school closings, delays, or early releases so families stay informed quickly and accurately.
✅ Text, email, and phone alerts (based on your Skyward contact info)
✅ Posts to our website, app, and social media
✅ Updates shared with local radio and TV stations
Be sure your contact information is up to date in Skyward Family Access so you don’t miss important updates.
📲 Learn more and see the full breakdown in the flyer found here: https://5il.co/3s8ec
This month, our Board of Education recognized our Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO) and Booster Clubs that support our schools. In attendance were representatives from the Brookside PTO, Eastwood PTO, Riverview PTO, Middle School PTO, Sports Boosters, and Band Boosters. These individuals dedicate countless hours to supporting our students. In particular, their fundraising efforts have created SO MANY meaningful opportunities for Big Rapids students, and their commitment makes a lasting difference in our schools and community!
Please help us thank our PTOs and Booster groups!
Please help us thank our PTOs and Booster groups!
Thank you, Veterans!
Today, we honor and thank all who have served our country with courage and dedication. Your sacrifice and service are deeply appreciated — today and every day. ❤️💙
Today, we honor and thank all who have served our country with courage and dedication. Your sacrifice and service are deeply appreciated — today and every day. ❤️💙
**Reminder**
There will be no school on Friday, November 14.
There will be no school on Friday, November 14.
One Book, One Community - Come together to discuss 'The Anxious Generation', by Jonathan Hait.
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers
The Virtual Backpack just added the November Food Bank information for Mecosta County! Check it out at www.brps.org/flyers and help if you can!
Join Wheatscount for Stuntology with Sam Bartlett!
Learn more by visiting out Virtual Backpack at www.brps.org/flyers.
Learn more by visiting out Virtual Backpack at www.brps.org/flyers.
🌾 BRVS students enjoyed an all-school field trip to Four Green Fields Farm! 🍁🐴 From wagon rides to exploring the corn maze and s'mores over the fire, it was a fun-filled fall day of hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Here are some photos from our trip!
🚌Oh, The Places Our Buses Go — Safely!
It’s National School Bus Safety Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible team that keeps our Cardinals safe every single day!
Each day, BRPS buses carry 1,372 students across 1,023 miles — and by week’s end, that’s 5,115 miles and more than 6,800 safe rides completed! 🚦 That would be like driving to Florida every day or driving from New York City to Las Vegas, Nevada AND BACK each week!
From early mornings to afternoon drop-offs, our drivers and transportation staff make safety their top priority — and we’re so thankful for the care, smiles, and dedication they show on every route. ❤️
It’s National School Bus Safety Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible team that keeps our Cardinals safe every single day!
Each day, BRPS buses carry 1,372 students across 1,023 miles — and by week’s end, that’s 5,115 miles and more than 6,800 safe rides completed! 🚦 That would be like driving to Florida every day or driving from New York City to Las Vegas, Nevada AND BACK each week!
From early mornings to afternoon drop-offs, our drivers and transportation staff make safety their top priority — and we’re so thankful for the care, smiles, and dedication they show on every route. ❤️
📢Reminder, BR Families:
There is no school on Friday, Oct. 17, or Monday, Oct. 20.
Enjoy your extended weekend, Cardinals! 🍁
There is no school on Friday, Oct. 17, or Monday, Oct. 20.
Enjoy your extended weekend, Cardinals! 🍁
🎉 Celebrating Our Principals! 🎉
At last night’s Board of Education meeting, we took a moment to recognize our incredible principals in honor of National Principal Appreciation Month! ❤️
Each principal received an embroidered lunch cooler featuring the BR logo — a small token of appreciation for the big impact they make every single day.
Thank you to our principals for leading with dedication, heart, and a commitment to helping every student thrive. We’re so grateful for all that you do! 🙌
At last night’s Board of Education meeting, we took a moment to recognize our incredible principals in honor of National Principal Appreciation Month! ❤️
Each principal received an embroidered lunch cooler featuring the BR logo — a small token of appreciation for the big impact they make every single day.
Thank you to our principals for leading with dedication, heart, and a commitment to helping every student thrive. We’re so grateful for all that you do! 🙌
Update for BR Families:
We found a small technical issue with our family survey and are working with our partner to resolve it. An updated survey link will be sent tomorrow, at the latest. Thank you for your patience and for sharing your valuable feedback!
We found a small technical issue with our family survey and are working with our partner to resolve it. An updated survey link will be sent tomorrow, at the latest. Thank you for your patience and for sharing your valuable feedback!
🏆🐴 Big Rapids Equestrian Team is at States!
Our talented Equestrian Team, Regional Champions in their division, are competing at States today through Sunday! We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and teamwork—let’s cheer them on as they ride for the top! 💪🎉
MIHA State Championships:
October 8-12 at the Midland County Fair Grounds
Check out live scoring at: https://miha.org/live-scores/
Our talented Equestrian Team, Regional Champions in their division, are competing at States today through Sunday! We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and teamwork—let’s cheer them on as they ride for the top! 💪🎉
MIHA State Championships:
October 8-12 at the Midland County Fair Grounds
Check out live scoring at: https://miha.org/live-scores/
Looking for a meaningful job with a schedule that matches the school calendar?
Big Rapids Public Schools is hiring Para Pros to support our students and classrooms!
Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future: www.brps.org/jobs
✨ Save the Date! ✨
We’re excited to announce two big nights ahead:
❄️ Snowcoming Dance
📅 Saturday, January 31st
🕗 8–11 PM
💃🕺 Prom 2026 (Juniors & Seniors)
📅 Saturday, May 2nd
🕗 8–11 PM
📍 The Castle in Canadian Lakes
Mark your calendars now — you won’t want to miss these special events!
We’re excited to announce two big nights ahead:
❄️ Snowcoming Dance
📅 Saturday, January 31st
🕗 8–11 PM
💃🕺 Prom 2026 (Juniors & Seniors)
📅 Saturday, May 2nd
🕗 8–11 PM
📍 The Castle in Canadian Lakes
Mark your calendars now — you won’t want to miss these special events!
Coffin Acres "Spirit of M46" Equine Rescue presents:
The 3rd Annual Halloween Bash!
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers
The 3rd Annual Halloween Bash!
Learn more at www.brps.org/flyers
Veterans Game – Friday, September 19
Join us at Cardinal Stadium as the Cardinals & Vikings come together to honor our veterans! ❤️
🎟️ Free admission for all military/veterans
🎺 Special recognition during halftime
🏈 Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Let’s fill the stands to show our gratitude and support for those who have served our country. 🙌
Join us at Cardinal Stadium as the Cardinals & Vikings come together to honor our veterans! ❤️
🎟️ Free admission for all military/veterans
🎺 Special recognition during halftime
🏈 Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Let’s fill the stands to show our gratitude and support for those who have served our country. 🙌
