Blue Ridge CUSD #18

Congratulations to the Blue Ridge Esports team for wrapping up their Rocket League season Wednesday night in the IHSEA playoffs against St. Anne. Great job representing Blue Ridge and competing hard this season!

1 day ago, Jim Kirkton

Elias Nolan, Jasper Schlieper, and Jaxon Beckman - BRHS Rocket League Team that competed in the IHSEA Playoffs against St. Anne

E-Sports Team Competing in Rocket League

The Class of 2028 will be holding a popcorn fundraiser this weekend to help support funding for next year's prom and future endeavors! You can use the link below to purchase delicious popcorn from Double Good popcorn! Flavors include caramel, cheese, butter, and many more!

This popcorn ships directly to your house and 50% of the proceeds goes directly to the Class of 2028! This fundraiser will run from March 6th at 3:15pm until March 10th at 4:15pm, with possibilities of it appearing in the future as well!

https://popup.doublegood.com/s/1n8c3qu1

3 days ago, Jim Kirkton

Screenshot of Pop Up Store - Class of 2028

Boys track opens their season Friday night at the U of I Armory at 7pm.

4 days ago, David Kramer

Last night, Mrs. Hieronymus and Mr. Easter welcomed the new inductees from BRHS into the National Honors Society. This year, a group of 16 students were recommended for membership because of their commitment to the four pillars of NHS; Scholarship, Leadership, Character, and Service.
These members included: Benjamyn Clevenger, Romero Fernandez, Mercedes Manuel, Taylyn Watterson, Ivy Whitehouse, Devin Wrestler, Justin Zellers, Addison Browning, Haylee Dean, Broghen Flannell, Kaleb Forrest, Drake Hardesty, Tyler Holtz, Renn Light, Elias Nolan, and Kelly Weiss.
Way to go, Knights!

5 days ago, Jim Kirkton

Please read the BRIJHS Family Letter from Mr. Huddleston and Mrs. Kollross
https://aptg.co/CSFBkJ

9 days ago, Burton Huddleston

Blue Ridge High School and the Farmer City Chamber of Commerce are excited to recognize the Blue Ridge High School Students of the Year.
Senior students that demonstrated the school values of educational advancement, community service, advancement of extra-curricular activities, as well as diversity & inclusion were nominated by a variety of staff members.
This year's recipients include Benjamyn Clevenger and Karly Warner.
Ben was nominated for his hard work and academic excellence. This was paired with exceptional character and infectious enthusiasm.
Karly was nominated for her unwavering dedication to service, inclusion, and overall academic excellence. Karly has also established herself as a leader in a variety of activities.
Great job, Knights!

9 days ago, Jim Kirkton

Benjamyn Clevenger - Class of 2026 - Student of the Year

Karly Warner - Class of 2026 - Student of the Year

8th Grade students attended the Bloomington Career Academy field trip on February 25th. They were shown a fantastic variety of career options with interactive activities at most booths. The representatives showcasing their careers were very kind and informational.

We are thankful for this trip for our wonderful 8th graders!

Pictures linked: https://shorturl.at/ptgGe

#br_u_knighted

9 days ago, Andrea Weedman

Tonight we recognize and celebrate BRHS Scholastic Bowl Team seniors. These seniors have demonstrated dedication, determination, and smarts over their years on the team.
Seniors include Justin Zellers, Ben Manuel, Brody Soliday, Taylyn Watterson, Indra Nolan, Ollie Yeagle, and Ivy Whitehouse.
While tonight marked the end of their regular season home competitions this year, they will be competing at NAQT State on Saturday at Centennial High School in Champaign and will be hosting the IHSA Regional competition on 3/9/26.
Go Knights!

10 days ago, Jim Kirkton

BRHS Scholastic Bowl Seniors with Coach Miles - 2/26/2026

Today for FFA Week, the Blue Ridge FFA put on our annual College and Career Fair. This event was organized by BRHS students Tyler Holtz and Ava Franzen, with the help of our FFA Sponsor - Ms. Meisner, our guidance counselor - Mrs. Hieronymus, and a bunch of other BRHS FFA students.
At this event, students were able to interact with various colleges from around the state, branches of the US Armed Services, as well as talk to different professionals in a variety of technical fields.
This is just one of the great ways we help prepare our students for life after high school. Go Knights!

10 days ago, Jim Kirkton

BRHS Students Visiting with the US Navy and Trying Out a VR Tool

Students speaking with representatives of different technical careers

Students speaking with a representative from U of I

Our latest Superintendent Newsletter is here! This month’s edition includes updates from across the district, highlights from our schools, and important information regarding adding some early release days next school year to support teacher collaboration.

We are also asking for your feedback through a brief survey included in the newsletter regarding these additional early out days.

Read the full newsletter and access the survey here: February Newsletter

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our schools!

10 days ago, Ryan Peyton

Due to an unexpected delay, the Blue bus is running about 30 minutes behind schedule today, 2/25. They left the Farmer City campus at 3:57 pm.

11 days ago, Sunny McMurry

Blue Ridge Parents/Guardians,

The 5Essentials Parent Survey is OPEN, and your feedback matters. This survey helps us understand what’s working well and where we can grow as a school community.

Take the survey here:
https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/

When searching for your child's school, you will need to enter "DeWitt" as the county.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts and support our schools! #br_u_knighted

12 days ago, Ryan Peyton

Every year, the Farmer City Chamber of Commerce hosts an award dinner to recognize exceptional leaders and educators in the community. This year, three staff members from BRCUSD18 were recognized as Staff Members of the Year. The first recipient was Melissa Schwarzlose. Mrs. Schhwarzlose works as a Title 1 Reading Teacher at Schneider Elementary. She consistently engages students and builds strong relationships and leverages these to help students overcome learning and reading gaps. The next recipient is Lauren Schriefer. Mrs. Schriefer works in the high school as a computer technology and business teacher. Mrs. Schriefer is a transformational educator that allows her students to gain innovative experiences both in and out of the classroom. The final recipient is Mary Diener. Mrs. Diener is currently the Assistant Principal at Schneider Elementary. Mrs. Diener is hard working and shows a high level of integrity with everything she does. She is always willing to support students and staff alike and demonstrates what it means to be a servant leader. Congratulations and Go Knights!

12 days ago, Jim Kirkton

Staff of the Year Winners: Mrs. Schwarzlose, Mrs. Diener, and Mrs. Schriefer

Blue Ridge High School is proud to announce our newest members of the National Honor Society!
New students will be inducted into the chapter at a ceremony on March 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM. National Honor Society celebrates students who demonstrate excellence in the four pillars of the organization: Scholarship, Leadership, Character, and Service.

17 days ago, Brian Easter

BRIJHS Families, As a reminder auditions for the Spring Play take place today and Friday from 3:15-5:30 in the JH gym. An activity bus will be provided. All 4th though 8th grade all welcome to participate! Link to the flyer is below: https://aptg.co/Rmj_RJ

18 days ago, Heather Wilcoxon

The Blue Ridge FFA Chapter is hosting the Blue Ridge High School 2026 College and Career Fair!
Thursday, Feb 26, 2026
Blue Ridge High School

We have numerous colleges, military reps, and careers represented and ready to go, but we have room for more! All industries are welcome! Who would like to join us as we help our BRHS students see local and regional career opportunities?
9:00-1:00 Open-house style career fair

1:00-1:46 two individual breakout sessions that students will attend

To RSVP, please fill out the following Google form:
https://forms.gle/mx9SxPA1C73j7CPD8

Questions?
Jacalyn Meisner, BR FFA Advisor: jmeisner@blueridge18.org
Leslie Hieronymus, BRHS Counselor: lhieronymus@blueridge18.org

24 days ago, Brian Easter

Come out tonight to BRHS to support our Girls Basketball Team as they take on Uni-High at 5:30 PM. This is their final home game of the season and Senior Night. The student section theme is "Black Out" and the girls will be wearing their black jerseys.
Help us recognize our senior athletes which include Kylie Madden and Cede Manuel. Senior recognition will happen after warmups and before tip off (around 5:20 PM).
Go Knights!

24 days ago, Jim Kirkton

Blue Ridge is a proud participant in the Illinois Youth Survey each time it is conducted. 10th and 12th grade students are asked to anonymously participate in something designed to help our community develop programs and strategies to enhance youth development. Please click on this link to learn more about the survey and review opt-out information. https://aptg.co/Bdz_81

about 1 month ago, Brian Easter

The 5Essentials Parent Survey is now OPEN, and your feedback matters. This survey helps us understand what’s working well and where we can grow as a school community.

Take the survey here:
https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/

Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts and support our schools! #br_u_knighted

about 1 month ago, Ryan Peyton

BR Bus Update - The purple bus will be delayed due a mechanical issue. Students who ride the purple shuttle should use the white bus shuttle in Mansfield this morning. Also, the red bus will be delayed a few minutes.

about 1 month ago, Ryan Peyton