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How to Update Student Contact InformationA mother and son sitting on their front porch, smiling.
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How to Update Student Contact Information

Mar 23, 2021

It is important to make sure that we have accurate contact information for each enrolled BCPS student so that we are able to keep you updated with information and learning opportunities over the summer. Please take a moment to update your primary phone number and mailing address by following the directions included here.

Apply Now: Free GVSU Summer Programs for Middle & High Schoolers!
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Apply Now: Free GVSU Summer Programs for Middle & High Schoolers!

Mar 9, 2021

Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is now accepting applications from BCPS students for three exciting summer programs for 2021! We are proud to partner with GVSU to offer these camps that are free to BCPS students and are great ways to ensure your student starts the next school year with the tools they need to succeed. Learn more about this year’s offerings. Applications are due on Thursday, April 1st.

Learn More About The Middle School REACH Advanced & Accelerated Program!
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Learn More About The Middle School REACH Advanced & Accelerated Program!

Mar 8, 2021

Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about how your middle school student can benefit from the REACH experience and how to apply.

Free High-Speed Internet Option Available to Qualifying BCPS Families
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Free High-Speed Internet Option Available to Qualifying BCPS Families

Dec 9, 2020

We’re excited to announce that through a new partnership with Comcast and the Battle Creek Community Foundation, BCPS families now have access to a program offering FREE high-speed home internet to those who qualify. The Comcast Internet Essentials Partnership program will provide free equipment and high-speed home internet for qualifying families for up to 12 months.

(Canceled) Free Desks for BCPS Families
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(Canceled) Free Desks for BCPS Families

Sep 14, 2020

BCPS families with students in need of a desk to support at-home learning can pick one up for free this week at Urbandale Elementary Thursday, September 17 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 19: 9 from a.m. - 12 p.m.

Parent Survey
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Parent Survey

Sep 9, 2020

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Introducing Mr. Dave Fooy, New NWMS Principal
Northwestern Middle School

Introducing Mr. Dave Fooy, New NWMS Principal

Aug 18, 2020

We are excited to introduce the new lead principal for the 2020–2021 school year, Mr. Dave Fooy!

Fremont International Academy Teacher Daniel Bowen Featured in SCENE Magazine
Fremont

Fremont International Academy Teacher Daniel Bowen Featured in SCENE Magazine

Jul 17, 2020

Learn more about Fremont International Academy kindergarten teacher Mr. Bowen, from his experience teaching in Alaska to his passion for technology, in Scene Magazine's Back to School edition.

Meet Your BC STEM Team for 2020-2021A teacher high-fives a student walking to school
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Meet Your BC STEM Team for 2020-2021

Jul 10, 2020

The start of the next school year at BC STEM may still be weeks away, but we hope your families are as excited as we are to return to our classrooms! We are counting down the days until we can see our innovators’ smiling faces again in the fall — and we’re excited to announce that we’ll have a few new staff members there to greet you as well!

Bearcat Alumna Spotlight: Daniele Bwamba, Class of 2014
Battle Creek Central High School

Bearcat Alumna Spotlight: Daniele Bwamba, Class of 2014

Jul 2, 2020

Danielle Bwamba, Battle Creek Central High School class of 2014, is a food scientist working for Hershey's Chocolate and Candy. She played a key role in developing the Limited Edition Red, White, and Blue Hershey's Candy Bar, available in stores this holiday weekend.