“And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.” — The Beatles
The BH/BHRA family is deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. David Schroeder, who dedicated 16 years of his life to our school community before retiring in 2024.
Mr. Schroeder’s commitment to his students was unmatched. His passion for music — especially his love for The Beatles — filled our halls and classrooms with joy, creativity, and inspiration. That love was contagious, and his students adored him for it.
More than a teacher, Dave was a mentor, a motivator, and a source of light for so many. His impact will continue to be felt in every note played, every song sung, and every student whose life he touched.
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, friends, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of learning from and knowing him. 💙
We would love for you to share your memories and pictures of Mr. Schroeder in the comments as we celebrate his life and legacy.
🔗 Obituary link: https://www.rortvedtfuneralservices.com/obituary/David-Schroeder
Join us in wishing Landynn Balla the BEST of luck as he prepares to compete in the IHSA Sectional Wrestling Meet hosted by Olympia High School today!
Go out there and represent the Blue Devils with pride!
👇 Drop a GOOD LUCK message for Landynn below! 👇
🔥 YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS! 🔥
Check out just a few of the awesome items you can bid on at the BHRA FFA Auction:
✨ Lighted Pioneer Sign — Donated by Seth & Traci Zarate
📺 55” Insignia Fire TV (LED & 4K) — Donated by Gernand Farms (Andrew Gernand)
🧺 Country Road Treasures Spring Basket — Donated by Rita Knight
And that’s just the beginning! 👀
🗓 February 28th, 2026
📍 Turtle Run Banquet Center
🚪 Doors Open @ 4:00 PM
🍽 Dinner @ 4:30 PM (Free Will Donation)
🔨 Auction @ 6:00 PM
👉 View items & donate online here:
🔗 https://event.auctria.com/d0662981-519c-4b3e-a00c-f31a2ae3d103/
🙌 A HUGE thank you to everyone who has already donated items — your generosity makes this event possible and directly supports our BHRA FFA students! 💙💛
Want to donate an item to the auction? We’d love to have you!
Please contact our FFA Advisor:
📧 Mallory Ames — mames@bismarck.k12.il.us
Come hungry, come ready to bid, and come support our BHRA FFA students! 💛💙
#BHRAFFA #FFAauction #SupportFFA #BlueDevilPride #ThankYouDonors #BidToWin
It’s the FINAL regular season home game for our senior girls — let’s pack Wilcox! 👏🔥
🕕 Varsity Only – 6:00 PM Tip-Off
🚪 Gates Open at 5:00 PM
🍿 Concessions Available
📺 Watch live on the NFHS Network
Blue Devil Nation, show up loud and proud for our seniors! 💪🔵
BHRA is proud to host this year’s Regional at Wilcox Gym next week!
📍 BHRA – Wilcox Gym
🚪 Doors open at 5:00 PM (2/16 & 2/19)
🎟 Tickets: $6 GoFan (digital – QR code available now) or $8 cash at the door
🍿 Concessions available
📺 All games streamed live on the NFHS Network
Come out and support some great basketball as teams battle for a Regional Championship! 🔥🏆
BHRA is proud to recognize Eva Ronto as our Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen Award recipient for the Class of 2026!
This honor is given to a senior who demonstrates outstanding leadership, service, dependability, and patriotism — and Eva represents all of these qualities with excellence.
Eva is the daughter of Brian & Melissa Ronto, and we are so proud to celebrate her and her family on this well-deserved recognition! 💙😈
Congratulations, Eva! Your Blue Devil family is proud of you!
🏀 Blue Devils vs. Georgetown Ridge-Farm
⏰ 6:00 PM | 🚪 Gates open at 5:00 PM
📍 Wilcox Gymnasium
Let’s pack the gym! Go Blue Devils!
We are so proud to recognize our Honor Roll & High Honor Roll students for the Fall Semester!
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed — you are setting the standard for what it means to be a BHRA Blue Devil! 🔥
👏 Keep striving. Keep shining. Keep leading.
#BHRA #BlueDevilPride #HonorRoll #HighHonorRoll #AcademicExcellence
We tip things off TONIGHT with Girls’ Basketball on the road at Salt Fork (5:30 PM) and Freshman Boys’ Basketball hosting Westville (6:00 PM) — let’s bring the energy to start the week strong!
⭐ Special Spotlight:
Best of luck to Senior Landynn Balla as he competes at the IHSA Wrestling Sectional Meet on Friday at Olympia High School. Go represent, Landynn! 💪🔥
Go Blue Devils!
Tonight we celebrate BHJH & RAGS cheer and girls & boys basketball teams as the Blue Devils take the floor!
📍 Wilcox Gymnasium
⏰ JV 5:30 PM | Varsity to follow
🎟 Gates open 4:30 PM | $4 Adults | $2 Students K–12 | 65+ FREE
🍿 Concessions available | 📺 Streamed on NFHS
Go Blue Devils!
Blue Devil Baseball Apparel on sale now!
Orders Due 2/19/26
This Valentine’s season, show some heart by donating items To Bismarck Blessings.💝
❤️ Students:
• Bring your donated items to the Commons
• Earn Class Cup points for your class
• Make a difference while spreading the love
📅 Check the flyer for what to bring and all the details!
Let’s fill the Commons with kindness and see which class brings the most love! 💕🏆
Track & Field Apparel on sale now!
Feb 22 is the last day to order!
🎶 TONIGHT! 10 Talents LIVE in Concert 🎶
Featuring Terrence Talley — back by popular demand after inspiring our students last year with “Who’s Your Hero?” 💙
🍧 Mixed Up Mobile will be here 5:00–6:30 PM
📅 February 4
⏰ Concert starts at 6:30 PM
📍 BHRA Wilcox Gym
💲 FREE admission
👨👧👦 Community welcome!
Come early, grab a treat, and enjoy an uplifting evening of music, talent, and encouragement!
🔗 Meet Terrence Talley: https://terrencetalley.com/video 🎤✨
Saturday, February 7, 2026
🆚 Normal U-High
JV tips off at 5:00 p.m.
Varsity to follow
Calling all graduates of BH, RA, & BHRA — come home and be part of We Are One Alumni Night! Join us as we celebrate the tradition, pride, and history of Blue Devil/Bobcat athletics.
✨ Special Alumni Performances
• Devilettes Alumni
• Band Alumni
🎺 Band Alumni Notice
Band Director Jillian Williford asks all band alumni to meet in the band room by 5:30 p.m.
🏀 Alumni Recognition
Alumni will be announced at halftime of the varsity game.
Wear your blue or red, bring the memories, and help us pack the gym for a night that celebrates generations of Blue Devils.
We Are One.
Blue Devils are State Final bound! Catch us at the IHSA State Final Tournament on February 13th & 14th at the Peoria Civic Center. Let’s go! 🔥♟️
🔥 PUNCHING HIS TICKET! 🔥
Congrats to Landynn Balla on placing 3rd at the IHSA Regional and officially qualifying for the IHSA Sectional 💪🤼♂️
📍 Olympia High School
🗓 Saturday, 2/13/26
Keep it rolling, Landynn — Blue Devil Nation is behind you!
Congratulations to the rest of the Blue Devil wrestling program on a hard fought season!
The Blue Devils are in action all week long, bringing the energy on the road and at home!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
📣 Friday, 2/6 – Junior High Night
We’re welcoming BHJH & RAGS for a night all about the future of Blue Devil Athletics! Come out, pack the gym, and show our junior high athletes what Friday night lights are all about.
🏀 Saturday, 2/7 – Alumni Night
Once a Blue Devil/Bobcat, always a Blue Devil/Bobcat. Join us as we celebrate our alumni, reconnect with familiar faces, and honor the tradition that built this program.
LET’S GO BLUE DEVILS!
