Big Rapids Middle School - Educating Our Future

Learning is in full swing at BRMS! Reminder that there will be no school Friday September 1 and Monday September 4. See you all back on Tuesday!

LOOK FORWARD TO: BRMS Picture Day Tuesday, September 19th Picture forms will go home this week or you can follow the link and make your selections online! Goto: geskusphoto.com/fallorders Enter Code: 047OXBCESYLKV (all capitals)

Let's have a great year, BR! Thursday - 11:30 am dismissal Friday - full day

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Big Rapids Middle school teachers and staff are looking forward to seeing all our wonderful students and families today for our open house 3:30pm - 5:00pm!

What a great message from guest speaker, David Rendall, at our opening day professional development. Thanks for the laughs and the inspiring message, David! Let's have a great year, BRPS!

**BRPS Families that need busing*** Beat the rush and call our Transportation Department to set up busing for your student today! (231) 796-5406 M-F, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Ask for James

The BRPS Facilities & Grounds Department was recognized at last night's Board Meeting for their efforts and dedication in preparing for the 2023-24 school year. Director, Brian Akey, acknowledged the administration and the Board for providing the department with the much-needed additional resources required to complete all the building upgrades. The existing staff led the charge with the assistance of some district para-pros, teachers, and food service workers. Together, the team was able to accomplish the upgrades and repairs on all school buildings, including an additional building for the 2023-24 year, Eastwood Elementary. Mr. Akey commended the team for coming together and for all they accomplished. Additionally, he made a point to recognize that each team member took great pride in their work and that it shows in the details of each building that were not overlooked. We are proud of our Facilities and Grounds team! Your Cardinal Pride shines through!!

“Cardinal Crazies” packages are here for the 2023 school year! Please read the following information if you would like to order: Our Online Apparel Store for Big Rapids Spirit Pack 2023 can be found by going to: http://teamchaser.com/ - Click the TEAM SALES tab in the upper left hand corner - Put in the sales code:  BRSPIRIT2023 - Click on the picture and the order form will come up on the right side of the screen PLEASE NOTE: Anyone can purchase the “Cardinal Crazies” gear! However, high school students will also receive a key tag that will get them into all home events FREE of charge (excluding MHSAA events). NO RETURNS OR EXCHANGES so please make sure you carefully select the appropriate sizes. Our store will expire Wednesday, August 16 th at 11:59 pm. NO later orders will be accepted. Packages will be delivered to the BRPS approx. 2 weeks after our store closes. They will be distributed by school staff. Thank you, Dawn Thompson BRHS Athletic Director

In every endeavor in life, we have a chance to make a difference. This past weekend, at the National Clay Target League Championships in Mason, MI, the BRHS Trap Team and coach Ben Upham did just that! Competing at Nationals were Alexander Brandt, Austin Brandt, James Brandt, Noah Brandt, Cayden Eckles, Bailey Nordland, Hannah Reed, Luke Roberts, Jacob Schuberg, Caleb Speese, and Aiden Zimmerman. Team qualifiers were Friday, July 7th. Individuals competed on Saturday, July 8th, and the championship for both was Sunday, July 9th. Big Rapids saw tremendous improvement from the team but, amidst some tough competition, did not qualify for the finals. Noah Brandt and Luke Roberts qualified for the individual finals. Noah shot 97/100 putting him in 122nd place. Luke shot 93/100 putting him in 320th place. There were 1,718 shooters that competed for a shot at the finals! Aside from capping off a fantastic season, the BR Trap Team also managed to make a difference in the lives and the hearts of their competitors. The Kimball Longhorn Trap Team from Kimball, Nebraska traveled 16 hours to compete in Mason this past weekend as well. During the first two rounds of competition, Justin Klosterman, a Kimball competitor, began having malfunction issues with his shotgun. The Longhorns happened to settle, beneath tents, next to the BR Trap Team who offered parts, tools, advice, and help. What was needed was a special part from their long away home so the newly found friends from Big Rapids offered a backup firearm for the remainder of the competition. The display of sportsmanship and kindness did not go unnoticed by the family from Kimball. "They saved the day for some very grateful fellow competitors. My son would have been out of his senior competition without their generosity. Everyone's support changed an awful situation into a positive experience", shared Justin's mother, Denelle Klosterman. "Thank you, Cayden Eckles and your team! Your kindness won’t be forgotten!" We couldn't be more proud of the BR Trap Team for representing our school and our community the way you did this past weekend! Kudos to all students, coaches, and families involved, and a special thanks to Denelle Klosterman for sharing this heartwarming story. We are BR!

Happy School Nurse Day! School Nurses are the bridge between education and health care needs (physical and mental health). Today we celebrate YOU, Nurse Laura! Thank you for all you do for BRPS students and families!

The Special Education Parent Advisory Committee of Mecosta Osceola ISD (MOISD) honored outstanding individuals, agencies, and businesses throughout our district that have made a significant, positive impact by contributing to the education and success of children with special needs. Today, six educators that work with Big Rapids Public Schools students were the recipients of the 'Making a Difference' award. We are so proud to share this exciting news with you and to congratulate: - Barb Moss - Amanda Acker -Monica Dukes -Janis McKenna -Lauren Greenwell -Carrie Beeney