Battle Creek Public Schools

Battle Creek Public Schools looks forward to having students back in the building this week! Attached are the August 10th - 14th Weekly Update, August 2026 Calendar, and our Back to School Open House information.

#CommittedToExcellence!

#BeBRAVE!

The BCPS Hall of Fame Ceremony is getting closer - October 24!! To RSVP and view all other Hall of Fame information, visit this link! https://www.battlecreekschools.net/page/hall-of-fame

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow for the Bravette Youth Camp! Here are a few reminders and we did *CHANGE* locations for some age groups due to bigger groups.

BC Elementary Gym
K & 1st Grade: 8 to 9:30 AM
*6th Grade: 10 AM to Noon

BC High School Gym
4th & 5th Grade: 8 to 10am
*2nd & 3rd Grade: 10 to 11:30 AM

$25, includes team t-shirt
- check or cash will be accepted NO VENMO

Gyms will open at 7:30 AM - no earlier

Junior high XC had an interesting run this morning looking for Mr. Heng. He was at the park in random places! And he was even hiding by Mrs. Mettler's house.

Here is the landing page for all Battle Creek sports and Booster Club orders! Get your purple and gold gear, and be sure to check back as additional stores and ordering opportunities will be added.
https://bc-landing-page.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Welcome back, BC families! Please review the flyer for important beginning-of-year information and help start the school year prepared.

The 2026 Cross Country apparel store is open now! Make sure you get your orders in as it will be closing down Tuesday August 18th at 10 AM: https://bc-xc26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Here is the Volleyball link closing down Monday August 17th at 10 AM:

https://bc-vb-26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

📣 Booster Club Orders Are OPEN! 🎉

Now's your chance to grab your Booster Club gear and show your support! ❤️🖤 Don't wait—all orders must be submitted by Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 AM.

Link : https://bc-apparel-fall26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Whether you're cheering from the stands, volunteering, or supporting from afar, every purchase helps our Booster Club continue to support our students and programs.

⏰ Deadline: Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 AM
🛍️ Get your order in before time runs out!

The online store for girls golf is up and will close August 7th at 10:00AM. https://bc-girls-golf2026.itemorder.com/

Due to the weather, Junior High Football Camp scheduled for Thursday, July 30 has been canceled.

Battle Creek Elementary will be hosting our Open House on Tuesday, August 11th, from 5:00pm until 6:30pm. If you have a student attending BC Elementary this coming school year, please plan to stop by and see your classroom(s), meet your teacher(s), and drop school supplies off so the 'first day' on August 13th isn't such a hassle. We're looking forward to seeing everyone back in the building in a few short weeks!

#CommittedToExcellence!
#BeBRAVE!

Join us for 7th Grade Orientation Night on Thursday, August 6, at 6:30 PM in the Commons Area! Students and families are encouraged to attend. Please review the flyer for important details and items to complete before orientation.

✏️ Plan ahead and stay on track!

Our 2026–2027 Battle Creek School Vacation Planner is here to help families schedule appointments, plan family trips, and stay informed about important school dates throughout the year.
📌 Be sure to save this easy reference all school year long!

Battle Creek High School Students will have a One-Act workshop Saturday July 25th from 1:00-3:00 in the multi purpose building.

📣 Reminder: Sports physicals are due by August 10th!

If your student plans to participate in school sports, please be sure their completed sports physical is turned in by the deadline to ensure they're eligible to participate.

Sports physical forms are available in the school office or on the Battle Creek Public Schools website under Documents → Physicals.

Battle Creek Youth Volleyball Camp
*Registration Closes 7-23 at Noon**
*Open to all area athletes, not just BCPS*

Friday August 7th, 2026
K & 1st Grade: 8 to 9:30 AM @ BC Elementary School
2nd & 3rd Grade: 10 to 11:30 AM @ BC Elementary School
4th & 5th Grade: 8 to 10 AM AM @ BC High School
6th Grade: 10 AM to Noon @ BC High School

$25, includes team t-shirt!

Gyms will open at 7:30 AM - no earlier


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🏈 JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL CAMP (large title)

📅 July 27–30
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 High School Football Field

👕 Register by Wednesday to get your camp T-shirt!

Battle Creek School Supply List 2026-2027