Big Rapids Virtual School - Educating Our Future

Summer school classes for BRHS and BRVS students begin Tuesday at 8:00 am in the BRHS Media Center. Classes go from 8:00 am-12:00 pm every Tuesday and Wednesday until July 24th. Payments for classes are due before class begins. All students MUST have a school Chromebook to work on their classes. BRVS students taking summer classes can get Chromebooks at BRVS today from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 12:45 pm - 3:30 pm, or they can wait until tomorrow morning when classes begin. All BRHS students taking summer school classes can pick up their Chromebooks today in the BRHS office until 4:00 pm. Please call ahead to pick these up (231-796-7651).

Grab & Go - 7 FREE breakfasts & lunches with fresh fruit, vegetables & milk! Starting June 20th from 11 am-1 pm, pick-up behind BR Middle School. Check out www.brps.org/fs for more information.

Happy last day of school, BRPS! We are so proud of all the hard-working students and staff who have made this year a success! ❤️ We are BR 💙

They did it!! Our BRVS Graduates celebrated their commencement on Friday. Check out some photos at https://photos.app.goo.gl/i9kTW5SAZ1x2tQv67

We are so proud of our Virtual School graduates! Tune in for their graduation commencement at: https://youtube.com/live/iVlrqZEfSss

Reminder BRPS Family - There will be no school on Monday, May 27th.

We can't wait for the Class of 2024 Commencement at 7 pm at Cardinal Stadium tonight. If you cannot make it, check out this livestream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL5HrFU2sqw

We are deeply touched by the outpouring of kindness and gratitude from parents, students, and staff toward our teachers and staff at BRPS! This week, we received more than 200 shout-outs, making Teacher Appreciation Week truly special and heartwarming. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took the time to uplift a staff member and show your appreciation!

𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐄-𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍! To honor our outstanding educators, several local businesses are extending special discounts during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10)! Here is another generous and supportive business joining in the Sale-ebration! Pizza in Paris - Get an order of Casey Bread FREE with the purchase of a pizza. Thank you for supporting and celebrating our teachers!

During Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10), we extend our gratitude to all our dedicated staff members at BRPS. This year, we're opening up shout-out submissions to celebrate and recognize not only our teachers, but all staff members across departments such as food service, front office, maintenance, transportation, administration, and paraprofessionals. Please submit your shout-outs using this google form: https://forms.gle/uAwzkDZoFUc2yvqJ7 A 'shout-out' can be submitted by adults or students, with no limit on submissions. These messages will be shared throughout the week of May 6th, and while the submission form closes on May 10th, personal notes of encouragement are always welcomed and valued. Thank you for helping us celebrate and appreciate our Big Rapids Public Schools teachers and staff. We R BR!

𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐄-𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍! To honor our outstanding educators, several local businesses are extending special discounts during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10)! 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭: Jack's Italian Bakery - 1 Free Donut on May 7th with your school ID Get Hooked @ Currie's - 1/2 off all sandwiches The Backroom @ Toppings - 15% off all drinks The Old Pioneer Store & Emporium - 10% off your entire purchase Three Girls Deli & Bakery - 10% off Deli Menu items The Milkshake Spot - 20% off Jet's Pizza - 20% off Mancino's - 10% off Panera - 15% off any order, up to $100 off School ID may be required. We are proud to be a part of such a supportive community! To join the list, please contact (231) 796-2627.

Congrats to Megan, Korynn, and Tryston on their awards and honor cords from the MOCC! We are very proud of these seniors for their dedication to their Career and Technical Education programs.

𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔 BRPS Bus Drivers!!!

We had the opportunity to honor outstanding educators who positively influence students with disabilities, making a significant and beneficial impact on their education and achievements. Congratulations to this year's Make a Difference award nominees and winners! You make BRPS proud! Pictured are (back row from left to right) Terry Mackall, Ashley Bouman, Carrie Beeney, Shannon Kostecki, Ally Stokely, Emily Adema, Joe Bouman, (front row from left to right) Tracy Battle, Megan Gebhardt, Monica Walch, Bridget Curtice, Mary Quinlan, Karen Coxon

As you may be aware, there will be a solar eclipse on April 8 during the afternoon hours. Check out https://www.brps.org/o/brps/page/solar-eclipse-safety for important solar eclipse safety information.

Pick up your copy of the Pioneer newspaper on Saturday, April 6th for your BRPS insert! It's packed with spring events, end-of-the-school-year reminders, and more!

EXCITING NEWS ALERT: Our Kindergarten Signing Day Gallery IS HERE! We are thrilled to announce the grand reveal of our Kindergarten Signing Day Gallery! This special collection of images captures the heartwarming moments and joyous celebrations from our recent Kindergarten Signing Day event. Download your FREE pictures at https://www.brps.org/o/ee/page/k-gallery and be prepared - these little Cardinals will melt your heart!

Come celebrate Pi day. Pi Day is 3.14, but we will be serving real pie on Wednesday, March 13th, at lunch time, 11:30-12:15

Watch our talented students in action! Drama and Theatrical Design students will be sharing their work. Costume Design, Program Design, Marketing plans, and Set Design presentations will begin at 6:30 pm. Performances of Monologues, Duets, and Musical performances will begin at 7 pm. This a free event. Donations are accepted.

We are so excited about this summer camp for students entering 3rd - 9th grade! BRHS will be collaborating with Stage-M for the Pure Imagination Theatre Camp, dates ranging from June 17-22 (See details on flyer) Registration is open until March 21 at: https://stage-m.org/?fbclid=IwAR2hJ-OfCDJTbue8mSsHnTEDJMycFnTORaPajA5BqxDQxIvZcKkzlkTHjv4_aem_AYAo8Ot9IGfPYAETPz6QoPBKp3hO5tILKJQWLno8fkjzLuzu1Q6SSlxF2C3dGcxGsGw