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
1 day ago, Ryan Peyton
Knights
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.
2 days ago, Ryan Peyton

The Illinois 5Essentials Survey opens February 3–March 13. It only takes a few minutes, but the feedback goes a long way in helping us make our schools even better. Students in grades 4–12 will take the survey at school, and we’re encouraging parents to participate too. The survey asks about school climate, learning conditions, and overall experiences, and it helps guide how we support students and staff. The links below provide information to parents regarding accessing the survey. There is also a student opt out form attached.

5 Essentials Survey Parent Letter - https://aptg.co/2_P7sZ

5Essentials Survey Opt Out Letter - https://aptg.co/tDzx6g

2 days ago, Ryan Peyton

If you purchased tickets for the BRHS Marching Band Spaghetti Supper and Concert, please know that due to the weather last weekend it was post-poned until THIS SUNDAY, 2/1 at 4pm in the Moore Gym at the high school. Please park in back of the high school and come in the ag door. We will also have a 50/50 raffle & homemade desserts to purchase. We hope to see everyone that purchased tickets and if you didn't, tickets are still available at the door on Sunday! Adults are $11 at the door and students under age 10 are $7 at the door. Come and see our award winning band and have a great supper for a great cause! Our Band/Chorus/Flag students thank you so much!

7 days ago, Jill Hardesty
BRHS Marching Band concert DATE CHANGE

Blue Ridge Parents and Guardians,

Due to forecasted cold temperatures combined with drifting snow, Blue Ridge Schools will utilize an E-Learning Day on Monday, January 26th.

This means that Pre-K students have choice board activities, K-5th grade students will use Day 4 materials in their E-Learning packets that were previously sent home, grade 6 will watch Google classroom for their synchronous meets sessions and assignments, and grades 7-12 will utilize Google classroom for synchronous learning on a 2:20 schedule. More details about Google classroom connections can be found at blueridge18.org. Click on Menu, scroll down to Resources, and click on Links for Parents. There you will find the needed links for our upper grades. Please feel free to email your student's teacher with any questions. Coaches and sponsors will be in contact about after school activities.

Stay warm and safe!

#br_u_knighted

10 days ago, Ryan Peyton
Out of an abundance of caution, we are canceling all activities and events scheduled for BRHS this afternoon and evening.  This includes open gyms as well as the band fundraiser.  Information regarding rescheduling will be relayed to those impacted soon. Stay warm and safe!
11 days ago, Brian Easter

Our January District Newsletter is Here!

Inside this month’s edition, you’ll find a strategic plan update, highlights from recent Board action items, and lots of great news from all three of our school buildings. We’re grateful for our students, staff, and families. Thank you for staying connected to our district!

January 2026 District Newsletter

13 days ago, Ryan Peyton
Blue Ridge Parents and Guardians,

Due to extremely cold conditions forecasted for tomorrow, Blue Ridge Schools will utilize an E-Learning Day on Friday, January 23rd.

This means that Pre-K students have choice board activities, K-5th grade students will use Day 3 materials in their E-Learning packets that were previously sent home, grade 6 will watch Google classroom for their synchronous meets sessions and assignments, and grades 7-12 will utilize Google classroom for synchronous learning on a 2:20 schedule. More details about Google classroom connections can be found at blueridge18.org. Click on Menu, scroll down to Resources, and click on Links for Parents. There you will find the needed links for our upper grades. Please feel free to email your student's teacher with any questions. Coaches and sponsors will be in contact about after school activities.

Stay warm and safe!

#br_u_knighted
13 days ago, Ryan Peyton
BRHS has a wonderful partnership with the CEO Program, which is a a year-long, hands-on entrepreneurial experience where you’ll build your network, launch real businesses, and gain confidence for your future. CEO is starting the application process for interested students for the fall of 2027 at this time. Any interested sophomore or junior should reach out to Mrs. Hieronymus about this opportunity.

Additionally, they host several "Experience CEO Days" during the spring to help potential students see what the program has to offer. Their next experience opportunity is on Thursday the 22nd. Sign up using the QR code on the attached image.
15 days ago, Jim Kirkton
Experience CEO Day Flyer - 1/22/26
BRHS is revisiting different approaches to how we recognize our graduates. This includes things like GPA, Valedictorian/Salutatorian, class rank and other graduation distinctions. The change would be a shift away from what has been done historically. That being the case, we want to be sure to give parents and community members the opportunity to hear about these changes and how they can be better for our students.
Mr. Easter and Ms. Hieronymus will host a Q&A session on Thursday, Jan 22nd at 6 p.m. We will plan on using our teacher work room (inside the main office), but could relocate if there is a big turnout.
18 days ago, Brian Easter
Let's eat pizza on Monday, January 19! When you mention or show the flyer below, Monical's is offering 20% back to BRHS Band for all sales. Family pleasers for all!

https://uploads.monicals.com/2025/11/BlueRidgeHSBand011926.pdf

#br_u_knighted
20 days ago, Andrea Weedman
Join us for an evening out - all ages welcome! Hear the BRHS Band perform a concert and enjoy a spaghetti supper on January 25. Call 309-928-2622 to reserve your tickets today! Proceeds benefit the upcoming band trip to Disney over Spring Break. We hope you can make it!

#br_u_knighted
20 days ago, Andrea Weedman
Marching Knights Band Flyer

From Coach Schubert, BRHS Head Football Coach:
For all 8th graders interested in high school football, we will have open Optional Training Activities (OTAs) at 4 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. This Friday, following optional training activities, we will have a player meeting (4:30-5p.m.) to talk about spring schedule, training opportunities, select jersey numbers, and discuss uniform changes coming up.

OTAs are from 4-4:30
These training activities will help us prepare for the Fall season.

I'd really like to see as many athletes as possible. Whether you're just dipping your toes in the water or you're 100% going to be a part of the team, come check us out Friday 1/16/26. Enter through the weight room door behind the High School.

21 days ago, Andrea Weedman
Let it sink in that our 8th graders are able to order clothing from Jostens for their 2030 graduation year. Our Jostens rep came to visit today. Order forms are due on or before January 22!

#br_u_knighted
22 days ago, Andrea Weedman
8th grade signing
8th grade signing
8th grade signing
8th grade signing
8th grade signing
8th grade signing
Blue Ridge Junior High proudly recognizes our Quarter 2 Honor Roll students.
22 days ago, Shawna Kollross
JH honor roll for Quarter 2
Congrats to the Varsity Scholastic Bowl team for placing 4th out of 20 teams at the highly competitive IHSSBCA Tournabout Saturday in Lincoln. In pool play the Knights defeated Williamsville 280-230, Dunlap 265-240, U-High B 280-200, Riverton 370-200 and finally Bloomington 315-200. In the championship pool in the afternoon the Knights came up just short to East Peoria 280-310 but rebounded to defeat Farmington 355-315 and Central Catholic 495-100 in their best match of the year. For the 3rd place match the Knights played well but ultimately came up short against Washington to place 4th overall going 7-2 on the day. Congrats to Indra Nolan for being the tourneys 3rd leading scorer with 52 toss-ups. Other contributors in toss-ups were Elias Nolan with 17, Cooper Rausch with 15, Broden Soliday with 9, and Ivy Whitehouse with 3. The B teams placed a respectable 4-4 on the day gaining valuable experience. Leading the B team in toss-ups was AJ Bernard with 17. The varsity is now 18-4 overall. Way to go Knights Scholastic Bowl!
24 days ago, Kristi Woliung
team
Indra
plaque
Blue Ridge High School proudly celebrates our Semester 1 honor roll for 25-26!
24 days ago, Brian Easter
Honor Roll F26
Today, members of the BRHS Scholastic Bowl Team greeted students at Schneider Elementary back with the first high five Friday of the 2nd Semester. This came the day after a great home performance where the Varsity and JV Teams both swept their opponents on Thursday night, beating Argenta Oreana, Arcola, and Arthur.
27 days ago, Jim Kirkton
BRHS Scholastic Bowl with Coach Miles
BRHS Scholastic Bowl with Coach Miles
BRHS Scholastic Bowl Team with Coach Miles

Dear Blue Ridge Parents, Guardians, and Community Members,

Starting in late November, Blue Ridge High School began the installation process for Triton Vape Detectors throughout the BRHS campus bathrooms and locker rooms. These were installed as a proactive step to help address the health risks associated with vaping and to ensure our facilities remain safe for all students. At this point, the devices are now fully online and functional.

A more robust message regarding these devices can be found in the attached document: Enhancing Student Wellness: New Technology at Blue Ridge High School

If you have any questions regarding this new technology, please feel free to contact the main office.

30 days ago, Jim Kirkton
Make plans to grab some Monical's Pizza on Monday, January 19th to enjoy great pizza and support a great cause: The BRHS Marching Band! Just click HERE to find the flyer - show it on your phone, or bring in the printed copy from school! Monical's will donate 20% of participating orders to the BRHS Marching Band!

#br_u_knighted
30 days ago, Andrea Weedman
Monical's Pizza Flyer