Community & Parent Resources
Welcome to our community and parent resources page. Below you will find information about student enrichment opportunities, family-friendly events, services, and support groups available to families throughout the community. If you have an event you would like posted, please contact Angel Elsenheimer at pr@tcaps.net. Community events shown below are not TCAPS sponsored events.

Saturday, April 14, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM  Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism is a family-friendly event created to raise money for the TCAPS iPads for Autism program, raise awareness about autism, and of course, have FUN! The iPads for Autism pilot program, launched in 2011, provided iPads to nine students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger Syndrome. The iPads are loaded with apps specially selected for each student to improve communication and social skills and connect with the student in a way only technology can. With your help, our goal is to put one of these devices into the hands of *all* TCAPS students who can learn and benefit from them. Click here to learn more, make a donation, or register a team for the Scavenger Hunt.

Aug. 7-10 - Four Day Musical Theatre Workshop - Take it From the Top TC - City Opera House During this multi-day workshop, participants will explore the triple threat disciplines of music, dance and theatre. These classes are a safe place for students to explore new things and hone existing skills. The final recital for friends and family will showcase the work the students have done throughout the week. Participants should prepare a musical theatre song with sheet music. If you need help finding material contact Dana Brazil at 517-884-3166 or email dana.brazil@whartoncenter.com Tuition: $275, Ages 10-18

Download Permission Form | Download Scholarship Application | Download FAQs | Register Now

KidzArt Registration (posted 1/13/12)
Sessions available through June
Click here to view KidzArt winter session calendar
Ages 2 - 12
Kate@kidzartmi.com
231.421.1222

TC Little League Baseball - Register Now Through April 13 Registration for Little League, ages 4-14 going on now. Click here for more information. (posted 2/3/12)

YMCA Lacrosse Youth Leagues - Register Now! Grades 1-4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8: Lacrosse hand-eye coordination, running, teamwork, fitness, rules, safety, proper competition, and Y four core values...it's all covered! Week of April 9 and Week of May 21. Registration Deadline March 16. Call 231.933.9622 for more information. (posted 1/17/12)

Volunteers Needed for Andre's Place/Empowerment Through the Arts Andre's Place is an art program for children & adults age 6 - 60 living with physical, emotional and cognitive challenges. It is a non profit organization and is run strictly by qualified volunteers. It's Director is currently seeking mature persons who possess a desire to assist in class and serve this population of people in helping them self express through art. Volunteers are needed for the class which is held on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 3:00 PM and also for it's new youth program currently running on Saturday's from 10:00 - 12:00 PM.  The desired applicant would posses experience working with the challenged population. An art background is beneficial but not necesarily a requirement though an appreciation of art is. Other desired qualities would be a willingness to take direction. dependability,sensitivity, patience, flexibility and a good sense of humor. Qualified volunteers are asked to call and schedule an appointment for an interview with Andre's Place director / instructor Michelle St. Amant at 231-631-2477. You may also email at: michelleatandresplace@yahoo.com.  (posted 2/7/12)

Handwriting Without Tears Munson Healthcare offers Handwriting without Tears, an easy way to teach pre-printing, printing, and cursive. If you have a child who is struggling with handwriting, this may be the program for them! For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 231.935.8617. (posted 9/27/11)

The mission of the Grand Traverse County Resource Recovery Department is to protect the public health and environment of our community by efficiently managing waste materials with a focus on resource conservation. The "Take It Back" program provides information where consumers can return unwanted products to local providers/businesses for reuse, recycling or responsible disposal. The program is growing on a weekly basis.

Community & Parent Resources
Welcome to our community and parent resources page. Below you will find information about student enrichment opportunities, family-friendly events, services, and support groups available to families throughout the community. If you have an event you would like posted, please contact Angel Elsenheimer at pr@tcaps.net. Community events shown below are not TCAPS sponsored events.

Saturday, April 14, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM  Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism is a family-friendly event created to raise money for the TCAPS iPads for Autism program, raise awareness about autism, and of course, have FUN! The iPads for Autism pilot program, launched in 2011, provided iPads to nine students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger Syndrome. The iPads are loaded with apps specially selected for each student to improve communication and social skills and connect with the student in a way only technology can. With your help, our goal is to put one of these devices into the hands of *all* TCAPS students who can learn and benefit from them. Click here to learn more, make a donation, or register a team for the Scavenger Hunt.

Aug. 7-10 - Four Day Musical Theatre Workshop - Take it From the Top TC - City Opera House During this multi-day workshop, participants will explore the triple threat disciplines of music, dance and theatre. These classes are a safe place for students to explore new things and hone existing skills. The final recital for friends and family will showcase the work the students have done throughout the week. Participants should prepare a musical theatre song with sheet music. If you need help finding material contact Dana Brazil at 517-884-3166 or email dana.brazil@whartoncenter.com Tuition: $275, Ages 10-18

Download Permission Form | Download Scholarship Application | Download FAQs | Register Now

KidzArt Registration (posted 1/13/12)
Sessions available through June
Click here to view KidzArt winter session calendar
Ages 2 - 12
Kate@kidzartmi.com
231.421.1222

TC Little League Baseball - Register Now Through April 13 Registration for Little League, ages 4-14 going on now. Click here for more information. (posted 2/3/12)

YMCA Lacrosse Youth Leagues - Register Now! Grades 1-4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8: Lacrosse hand-eye coordination, running, teamwork, fitness, rules, safety, proper competition, and Y four core values...it's all covered! Week of April 9 and Week of May 21. Registration Deadline March 16. Call 231.933.9622 for more information. (posted 1/17/12)

Volunteers Needed for Andre's Place/Empowerment Through the Arts Andre's Place is an art program for children & adults age 6 - 60 living with physical, emotional and cognitive challenges. It is a non profit organization and is run strictly by qualified volunteers. It's Director is currently seeking mature persons who possess a desire to assist in class and serve this population of people in helping them self express through art. Volunteers are needed for the class which is held on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 3:00 PM and also for it's new youth program currently running on Saturday's from 10:00 - 12:00 PM.  The desired applicant would posses experience working with the challenged population. An art background is beneficial but not necesarily a requirement though an appreciation of art is. Other desired qualities would be a willingness to take direction. dependability,sensitivity, patience, flexibility and a good sense of humor. Qualified volunteers are asked to call and schedule an appointment for an interview with Andre's Place director / instructor Michelle St. Amant at 231-631-2477. You may also email at: michelleatandresplace@yahoo.com.  (posted 2/7/12)

Handwriting Without Tears Munson Healthcare offers Handwriting without Tears, an easy way to teach pre-printing, printing, and cursive. If you have a child who is struggling with handwriting, this may be the program for them! For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 231.935.8617. (posted 9/27/11)

The mission of the Grand Traverse County Resource Recovery Department is to protect the public health and environment of our community by efficiently managing waste materials with a focus on resource conservation. The "Take It Back" program provides information where consumers can return unwanted products to local providers/businesses for reuse, recycling or responsible disposal. The program is growing on a weekly basis.