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Investing in Our Bearcat Heroes: All Teachers to Receive Average Raise of $10K
May 24, 2023We’re excited to announce that beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, all BCPS teachers will receive an average increase of $10,000 to their salary at each job level, making us one of the highest-paying districts for new teachers in all of southwest Michigan!
NHS Students Spread the Love of Reading at Post-Franklin
Mar 20, 2023Post-Franklin Elementary has been hosting guest readers throughout the month, including teachers, district administrators, community members, and most recently, students from Battle Creek Central High School's National Honor Society (NHS).
'Imagine Me' Inspires Students to Pursue Healthcare Careers
Mar 20, 2023Several executives and other healthcare professionals from Bronson Healthcare visited Battle Creek Central High School last week for 'Imagine Me,' a program to inspire our Bearcats to continue pursuing their dream careers in healthcare fields.
BCCHS Students Conduct Mock Trial
Jan 20, 2023Battle Creek Central's Practical Law students recently conducted a mock trial twice in front of two District court judges, Judge Richardson and Judge Bomia.
A "Truckload of Books" For Dudley Kindergartners
Jan 20, 2023Congratulations to Ms. Cathcart's kindergarten class who received books and visit from Consumers Concrete this week!
2023 BCCHS Freshman Academy Career Exploration Fair
Jan 11, 2023This week, every Battle Creek Central High School (BCCHS) ninth grader had the opportunity to participate in the school's annual Career Exploration Fair. Dozens of local organizations attended the event to help shed some light on the many career pathways and opportunities that exist for them in the Battle Creek community after they graduate.
New BCPS Board Members Introduced
Jan 10, 2023The BCPS Board of Education recently welcomed newly elected trustees and assigned new roles and building assignments for each board member.
First Annual SMS Culture Fair a Success
Dec 23, 2022On Wednesday, December 21, Springfield Middle School (SMS) hosted its first-ever Culture Fair and saw an impressive turnout. Learn more and check out photos from the event.
2022 BCPS Winter Music Program
Dec 16, 2022Our incredibly talented middle school and high school singers and musicians took the stage to put their talents on display for parents, teachers, and other supporters during the annual Bearcat Holiday Music Program. Check out some photos from the event!
City Bus Passes Available to Families on Bus Waitlist
Dec 12, 2022The BCPS Board of Education recently approved the purchase of city bus passes for families who are on the busing waitlist and would like an alternative option for getting their students to school.
BCCHS Senior Pursuing Nursing Career Path, Blazing a New Path for Siblings
Dec 8, 2022Learn about one of our outstanding Bearcat scholars, Asianique McDonald, her pursuit of a career in nursing, and the path she is blazing for her siblings.
Innovating the Student Experience at the BC Area Math & Science Center
Oct 21, 2022Last school year, the BCAMSC began experimenting with a new scheduling idea that would allow students time during the week to rediscover the joy of learning. Learn more about what it is and why it's been working.