BCS District Update - May 2026

Mr. Mark Rairigh
Superintendent

Letter from the Superintendent

The sprint to the finish line is here!

Field days, award ceremonies, concerts, prom, graduation, and many, many more events!

As we aim to close out yet another successful school year, be sure to pause and enjoy the moments. There is so much to be proud of and there are so many good things yet to come.

THANK YOU for continuing to partner with us as we serve our students and witness their outstanding accomplishments!

#BryanBuilt

Staff Appreciation Week - May 4th-8th

This week, we're shining the spotlight on the real heroes behind every successful lesson, exciting project, and happy memory: our incredible BCS staff!

To all our amazing teachers, aides, food service rockstars, bus drivers, custodians, and every member of our team who goes above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our students and families:

WE SEE YOU! WE APPRECIATE YOU!

Your tireless efforts, your kindness, and your dedication are what truly set BCS apart. So for Staff Appreciation Week, let's give it up for all you incredible individuals who make our school community thrive!

Thank you for your hard work, your passion, and your commitment to giving every student the best possible start in life. You truly are #BryanBuilt!

Arts & Education Building Demolition

Above is a look at the infill process at the Arts and Education demolition site.

Crews take down the chimney at the now former Central building.

The demolition of the Arts and Education Building "South Half" (classrooms and gymnasium) is 99% COMPLETE! Touch-ups and landscaping of the grounds will take place in advance of the construction/rebuild phase.

As we stowe away the memories of the past, we look forward to the bright future the facility holds.

As a reminder, check out the proposed plans:

The Art Connects Us campaign committee has a wealth of information that you can review and follow to stay educated on this project. If you’re interested in donating toward the cause, or simply want to follow the project details, follow this link to the Art Connects Us website: https://bryanarts.org/

We look forward to these outstanding upgrades and enhancements to our district and the community!

Transportation Update

In part with our continual efforts to serve the community and our stakeholders at our highest levels, Bryan City Schools is expanding bus transportation services to students beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.

BCS has a current "walk zone" or "no bus transport zone" of one (1) mile. The state of Ohio "walk zone" or "no bus transport zone" allows up to a two (2) mile radius.

BCS is reducing the current "walk zone" or "no bus transport zone" from the current one (1) mile down to a half (1/2) mile. This change will increase BCS transportation services to eligible households beginning with the 2026-2027 school year with approximately 130 students able to receive bussing. Additionally, all preschool mid-day students (except open enrolled) are also eligible for busing next school year.

These changes are meant to increase service to our community and will not require additional busses or drivers.

Welcome to the #BryanBuilt Podcast! Listen along as we pull back the curtain on our district to share the stories, the "why," and the celebrations of our Golden Bears.

Check it out on YouTube, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon or Apple.

Have a question for us to answer in our Mailbag segment? Submit it here.

In this high-velocity episode, the #BryanBuilt Podcast moves from the district office to the softball diamond. Superintendent Mark Rairigh and host Chris Malanga explore the "Grit and Service" required to build a championship culture, both in the classroom and in the circle. From the precision of a Division 1 recruitment journey to the physical transformation of our district campus, Episode 06 highlights the discipline and local support that drive Golden Bear excellence.

Podcast Website

Greatness isn't born, it's #BryanBuilt. 🐻🏆

MS/HS Construction Updates

Progress continues on the MS/HS expansion project that will add a Career Tech wing, a new Junior High Gymnasium, and a new Weight Room. The project is anticipated to be complete in June of 2026, with the new facilities ready for the 2026-2027 school year.

School Calendars

In case you missed the news, the Board of Education approved the school calendar for the 2027-28 school year. This means that we now have calendars for two years out. Preview the calendars below or click the button to download them. The latest calendars - including district and building calendars, plus the lunch menu - can all be found on our website, bryanschools.net.

BCS 2026-2027 Calendar.pdf

2026-27 School Calendar

BCS 2027-2028 Calendar.pdf

2027-28 School Calendar

Flyer Central

Want to stay in the loop on community events, camps, and activities happening in the area? Check out Flyer Central! It’s our designated hub for non-school-sponsored community information.

Have a flyer to share? If you’re a local organization with an event to promote, please email your flyer to flyers@bryanschools.net for review and posting. Check out the latest listings here or use the navigation tab at the top of this newsletter.