🔥 Big VVC wins over Salt Fork! 🔥
🥎 Softball wins 6-3! Congrats to our seniors on an outstanding career in Blue & White
⚾️ Baseball gets the W, 6-4!
🔜 Softball opens Regional play vs. Prairie Central (5/20, 4:30 PM) | Baseball wraps up regular season next week!
A huge shoutout to our two Blue Devil fishermen on an outstanding performance at the IHSA Bass Fishing Regional Meet! 🐟🎣
With a 4th place finish, they’ve officially ADVANCED to the IHSA Sectional Meet at Clinton Lake on Thursday, May 21st!
Special congratulations to Jeremy Hunt for earning the Big Bass Award for the day!
Good luck at Sectionals — keep reeling in success, Blue Devils!
With a 4th place finish, they’ve officially ADVANCED to the IHSA Sectional Meet at Clinton Lake on Thursday, May 21st!
Special congratulations to Jeremy Hunt for earning the Big Bass Award for the day!
Good luck at Sectionals — keep reeling in success, Blue Devils!
🏆 SECTIONAL CHAMPS! 🏆
A total TEAM effort led our Blue Devils Girls Track & Field team to an IHSA Class 1A Sectional Championship! 🔥💪
Congratulations to ALL of our athletes and coaches on an incredible night of competition! Special shoutout to everyone who earned a Top 6 finish and to those advancing to the IHSA State Track & Field Meet! 🏅
The IHSA State Track & Field Meet is located at Eastern Illinois University and takes place on May 21st & 23rd!
Go Blue Devils!
Use the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to purchase your yearbook today!
**If you think there may be a chance you already purchased a yearbook but aren't sure, you can email Mrs. Post at
kpost@bismarck.k12.il.us & she will me more than happy to check for you!**
BHRA is looking for an assistant volleyball coach. Interested applicants should submit and application, letter of interest, and resume to Principal Brent Rademacher at brademacher@bismarck.k12.il.us
💙 Welcome to the BHRA Family! 😈
If your family is new to the BHRA School District and your student will be entering grades 9-12, we’re excited to welcome you to Blue Devil Nation!
Please use this link for NEW BHRA students entering grades 9-12 only.
Current 8th grade students at BHJH or RAGS are already registered and should NOT use this link.
🏋️ Students may not participate in summer strength training and/or athletic workouts until the registration process is complete.
We can’t wait to meet our newest Blue Devils and help you get connected for the upcoming school year!
🔗 https://www.teacherease.com/NewFamilyRegistration.aspx?refid=efcaccb7-f17d-42e5-90fc-d4d6f07299f5
❓Questions? Email Jenny at jhuffman@bismarck.k12.il.us
If your family is new to the BHRA School District and your student will be entering grades 9-12, we’re excited to welcome you to Blue Devil Nation!
Please use this link for NEW BHRA students entering grades 9-12 only.
Current 8th grade students at BHJH or RAGS are already registered and should NOT use this link.
🏋️ Students may not participate in summer strength training and/or athletic workouts until the registration process is complete.
We can’t wait to meet our newest Blue Devils and help you get connected for the upcoming school year!
🔗 https://www.teacherease.com/NewFamilyRegistration.aspx?refid=efcaccb7-f17d-42e5-90fc-d4d6f07299f5
❓Questions? Email Jenny at jhuffman@bismarck.k12.il.us
🚨 BHRA WEEKLY ATHLETICS 🚨
🔵The spotlight shines on our Girls Track & Field team as they compete in the IHSA Sectional on Wednesday! 🏃♀️🔥
🔵Conference battles continue for Baseball & Softball
🔵Softball and baseball vs. Salt Fork from last week rescheduled to 5/15!
Let’s pack the stands, cheer loud, and support our athletes all week long!
Go Blue Devils!
Congratulations to senior Reesey LeBeane on her commitment to continue her academic and athletic career at Illinois College!
Reesey plans to study criminal justice while embarking on her collegiate flag football career!
Reesey plans to study criminal justice while embarking on her collegiate flag football career!
🏆VVC CHAMPS 🏆
The Blue Devils delivered at the 2026 Vermilion Valley Conference Track & Field Meet — with BOTH our Girls’ and Boys’ teams bringing home the Conference Championship!
A special shoutout to our individual and relay event champions!
Congratulations Blue Devils!
The Blue Devils delivered at the 2026 Vermilion Valley Conference Track & Field Meet — with BOTH our Girls’ and Boys’ teams bringing home the Conference Championship!
A special shoutout to our individual and relay event champions!
Congratulations Blue Devils!
Cadaver lab day at DACC 🧠
Students explored real human anatomy, toured the nursing lab, watched live skill demos from nursing students, and even caught a (slightly wild) snake feeding 🐍
A day full of hands-on learning they won’t forget!
🦒💥 BHRA Wrestling Camp with Kannon Webster 💥🦒
We’re excited to bring in University of Illinois wrestler Kannon Webster for a one-day camp!
📅 Saturday, July 18
🕙 Session #1: 10:00am–12:00pm (Grades K–12)
🍽 Lunch Break: 12:00–1:00pm (bring lunch & water)
🕐 Session #2: 1:00pm–3:00pm (Grades 6–12)
💲 Cost:
• $30 (1 session)
• $50 (both sessions)
👥 Limited to 50 wrestlers
Kannon is a 2026 NCAA D1 All-American (5th), 3rd place Big Ten finisher, and 2026 US Open Runner-Up at 74kg.
Don’t miss a great opportunity to learn from one of the top wrestlers in the country!
Questions? Contact Coach Nic Wright – 217-474-3022
We’re excited to bring in University of Illinois wrestler Kannon Webster for a one-day camp!
📅 Saturday, July 18
🕙 Session #1: 10:00am–12:00pm (Grades K–12)
🍽 Lunch Break: 12:00–1:00pm (bring lunch & water)
🕐 Session #2: 1:00pm–3:00pm (Grades 6–12)
💲 Cost:
• $30 (1 session)
• $50 (both sessions)
👥 Limited to 50 wrestlers
Kannon is a 2026 NCAA D1 All-American (5th), 3rd place Big Ten finisher, and 2026 US Open Runner-Up at 74kg.
Don’t miss a great opportunity to learn from one of the top wrestlers in the country!
Questions? Contact Coach Nic Wright – 217-474-3022
Due to the rain, today's Varsity and JV baseball games have been canceled.
Go Blue Devils!
Go Blue Devils!
🚨 BHRA is hiring for the 2026-27 school year!
We have full-time positions open and would love your help spreading the word by sharing this post. 💙❤️
📢 Bonus for full-time BHRA employees:
Out-of-district staff may bring their children to attend BHRA tuition-free!
Join the Blue Devil family! #BlueDevilPride
We have full-time positions open and would love your help spreading the word by sharing this post. 💙❤️
📢 Bonus for full-time BHRA employees:
Out-of-district staff may bring their children to attend BHRA tuition-free!
Join the Blue Devil family! #BlueDevilPride
💙 Blue Devil Pride on full display! 💙
Congratulations to BHRA Class of 2026 student Daniel McKinney on his enlistment with the United States Army!
Daniel is answering the call to serve our country with courage, commitment, and dedication — and we could not be more proud of him. His willingness to step forward and represent something bigger than himself speaks volumes about his character and leadership.
Thank you, Daniel, for your future service and sacrifice. The entire BHRA community is behind you every step of the way!
#BlueDevilPride #BHRA #ClassOf2026 #USArmy
Congratulations to BHRA Class of 2026 student Daniel McKinney on his enlistment with the United States Army!
Daniel is answering the call to serve our country with courage, commitment, and dedication — and we could not be more proud of him. His willingness to step forward and represent something bigger than himself speaks volumes about his character and leadership.
Thank you, Daniel, for your future service and sacrifice. The entire BHRA community is behind you every step of the way!
#BlueDevilPride #BHRA #ClassOf2026 #USArmy
🏀💙 Congratulations to BHRA Blue Devil, Ella, on receiving the 2026 Dick & Rita Atha Sportsmanship Award for Girls Basketball! 💙🏀
After competing against BHRA during the Benton Central Holiday Tournament, the Benton Central Girls Basketball Captain selected Ella for her integrity, leadership, and outstanding sportsmanship both on and off the court.
This prestigious award has been presented for 34 years, and according to Benton Central’s Athletic Department, Ella is the first BHRA athlete to ever receive this honor!
Ella’s commitment to encouraging teammates, mentoring younger players, and leading with kindness truly reflects what it means to be a Blue Devil. We are incredibly proud of the example she sets through her character and heart for others.
A huge thank you to Benton Central for the thoughtful recognition and hospitality shown to Ella and her family.
Way to represent BHRA with class, Ella! 👏💙 #BHRA #BlueDevils #Sportsmanship #OnceADevilAlwaysADevil
After competing against BHRA during the Benton Central Holiday Tournament, the Benton Central Girls Basketball Captain selected Ella for her integrity, leadership, and outstanding sportsmanship both on and off the court.
This prestigious award has been presented for 34 years, and according to Benton Central’s Athletic Department, Ella is the first BHRA athlete to ever receive this honor!
Ella’s commitment to encouraging teammates, mentoring younger players, and leading with kindness truly reflects what it means to be a Blue Devil. We are incredibly proud of the example she sets through her character and heart for others.
A huge thank you to Benton Central for the thoughtful recognition and hospitality shown to Ella and her family.
Way to represent BHRA with class, Ella! 👏💙 #BHRA #BlueDevils #Sportsmanship #OnceADevilAlwaysADevil
📆 BHRA Weekly Athletics Schedule
We’ve flipped the calendar to May… and you already know what that means — things only get faster from here!
Key VVC matchups & the VVC Meet are here — every rep, every inning, every second counts!
Go Blue Devils!
We’ve flipped the calendar to May… and you already know what that means — things only get faster from here!
Key VVC matchups & the VVC Meet are here — every rep, every inning, every second counts!
Go Blue Devils!
BHRA is looking for an Agriculture Teacher & FFA Advisor for the 26-27 school year. Interested applicants should submit and application, letter of interest, and resume to Brent Rademacher at brademacher@bismarck.k12.il.us.
See other open positions at https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/page/employment-opportunities.
*Full-time employees of BHRA can bring their children to our school district tuition free if out of district.**
See other open positions at https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/page/employment-opportunities.
*Full-time employees of BHRA can bring their children to our school district tuition free if out of district.**
Due to today’s inclement weather, please note the following baseball and softball schedule adjustments for the week.
Congratulations to BHRA/A-P wrestling standouts Landynn Balla & Caden Fitzsimmons on committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at Kentucky Wesleyan University!
Blue Devil Nation is proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish at the next level!
Blue Devil Nation is proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish at the next level!
