Battle Creek Public Schools

11/12/2026

Exciting news!

BCCHS's Theatre Department has their Fall Play this weekend. Come see the students' hard work as they perform the play, "Mother Hicks" by Susan Zeder. Performances are at 7pm on both Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14. Tickets are sold at the door for $10 General Admission or $7 for Senior Citizens, and Students. Please enter McQuiston Learning Center from the McCamly Street entrance by the STEM School sign. Thank you for your support of the Performing Arts!

11/11/2026

Bearcats, attending an HBCU just got easier.

Today at our HBCU Alumni Panel, the Bearcat Advantage announced its new HBCU Preferred Partners Program. Southern University and A&M College - Baton Rouge, LA, is our first preferred partner!

With the new HBCU Preferred Partners Program, Bearcat Advantage scholarship recipients can count on:

Up to 100% of tuition and mandatory fees covered

Personalized mentoring to help them transition to college, with support through graduation

A streamlined financial aid process that makes it easier to use their scholarship

Thank you to all of our HBCU alumni guest speakers for sharing your college experiences with our juniors and seniors today!

Learn more at: https://www.battlecreekpublicschools.org/hbcu-preferred-partners

11/09/2026

Tonight's Board Meeting will be streamed via YouTube, starting at 5:30 PM.

Thank you for joining us for the BCPS Board of Education’s meeting....

11/08/2026

Questions about the Bearcat Advantage? We're here to help!

From eligibility to maintaining your scholarship, knowing the facts can help families make informed decisions about the opportunities available to them.

Swipe through to learn more, and visit our website for details about the Bearcat Advantage: https://www.battlecreekpublicschools.org/bearcatadvantage

11/03/2026

Today is Election Day!

Our BCPS families and community members can vote in locations throughout Battle Creek. Polling locations vary by precinct, so be sure to check your assigned location!

Find your polling location: https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Voter/Index

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

11/02/2026

Did you know November is National Career Development Month?

Your future starts with the choices you make today.

At BCPS, we encourage our Bearcats to take an intentional approach to their future by exploring their interests, setting goals, and building the skills to turn those goals into possibilities.

At Battle Creek Central High School, Career Academies bring that vision to life. Students can explore career interests, develop workplace skills, gain hands-on experience, and work toward college credits.

Career development is more than choosing a career. It’s discovering what you’re capable of and building the skills to take your next step.

11/01/2026

November is officially here! 🍂

There’s plenty to look forward to! Take a look at what’s ahead and get ready for all that November has in store.

Here’s to a great month, Bearcats!

10/30/2026

10/29/2026

Big dreams deserve big opportunities, and the Bearcat Advantage gives eligible Bearcats the freedom to choose where their future takes them.

From four-year colleges in Michigan to HBCUs across the country to top private colleges in Michigan, there are a wide range of paths for eligible Bearcats to explore after graduation.

Your next chapter awaits. Find the college opportunities available through the Bearcat Advantage: https://www.battlecreekpublicschools.org/bearcatadvantage/eligible-colleges-and-universities

10/29/2026

Bearcats, we have two opportunities for family fun coming up this Halloween weekend.

On Friday, our National Honor Society and Bearcats Beyond the Bell are hosting a Trunk or Treat from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the Champion Street parking lot at Battle Creek Central. The event also celebrates the 27th annual Lights On Afterschool.

On Saturday, the Boo Bash runs from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Battle Creek Area Mathematics and Science Center (171 W. Michigan Ave.). It will have a trunk or treat, science activities, crafts, and a haunted house, and it’s free and open to everyone.

We hope to see you there!