Big Rapids Public Schools

06/09/2026

A Familiar Face, A New Chapter: Welcoming Heather Zocco as Riverview’s New Principal

Big Rapids Public Schools is thrilled to announce a very familiar face is stepping into a vital lea...

06/02/2026

Behind every great school year is an extraordinary team. 🌟

Today, Big Rapids Public Schools staff came together one last time this school year to look back on our collective achievements and look forward to what's next. Beyond district updates, today was all about celebrating our people.

We are incredibly proud to honor our dedicated staff members for their years of service, and we say a bittersweet farewell to our retirees, thanking them for the countless lives they've impacted.

Thank you, BRPS staff, for another unforgettable year. Enjoy the summer break—you've earned it!

06/02/2026

🎉 HAPPY LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, CARDINALS! 🎉

We made it! Today marks the official conclusion of another incredible school year at Big Rapids Public Schools.

To our students: Thank you for your hard work, your creativity, and your unmatched Cardinal Pride. To our families, teachers, and staff: Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to making this year a resounding success.

We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled summer break. Take time to recharge, make memories, and we can't wait to welcome you back in the fall! ☀️

06/01/2026

🏈🎉 SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming 2026! 📣

Mark your calendars, Cardinals! The countdown to Homecoming is officially on.

📅 Friday, September 25
The annual Homecoming Parade 🏎🎈
The big Homecoming Football Game under the lights 🏈🔥

📅 Saturday, September 26
The Homecoming Dance 💃✨

We can't wait to see our students, families, and alumni come together to show their Cardinal Pride! More details regarding times, themes, and ticket information will be released as the dates get closer. 😉

06/01/2026

Celebrating the Heart of Support: Honoring Christine Bouman’s Upcoming Retirement

As the school year draws to a close, Big Rapids Public Schools is preparing to say a bittersweet fa...

05/31/2026

Celebrating a Dedicated Career: A Look Back at David Sims’ Legacy at BRPS

After being a part of the Big Rapids Public Schools family for three decades, beloved Grounds Custo...

05/31/2026

Staff Spotlight: Celebrating the Creative Legacy of Lori Hathaway

As we continue to honor our retiring educators at Big Rapids Public Schools, we are shining the spo...

05/30/2026

Retiree Spotlight: Celebrating 5th-Grade Math Teacher Maureen Somsel

It is often said that the true measure of a teacher's career isn't found in lesson plans or test s...

05/29/2026

Key Club Gives Back! 🔑❤️

We are incredibly proud of our high school Key Club members! Through a year of hard work—holding bake sales, selling flowergrams, and volunteering at Culver’s—the club raised $1,000 for the Animal Rescue Coalition (ARC)! 🐶🐱

The students voted as a group to support ARC and recently got to visit the shelter, meet some adorable animals, and present their check.

Thank you, Key Club, for your dedication to our community and its furry friends! 🐾

05/29/2026

Retiree Spotlight: Celebrating Riverview Elementary Principal Renee Kent

After a legendary career spanning nearly every corner of the district, Riverview Elementary Princip...