Parents & Students

Below you will find information, resources and links to the most commonly asked for information.

TCAPS 2023-24 K-12 Courses

TCAPS offers both in-person and 100% virtual learning options for students in grades K-12. Below you'll find resources to assist with your class selections:

TCAPS K-12 Course Catalog

 

School Supply Lists

Google SheetSchool Supply Lists (click on the tabs to view grade level supply lists)

Attendance Hotline: 231.933.8940 or Email Us

Regular school attendance is important and a major factor in the academic success of each student.  Active participation and interaction by students in the classroom is an essential part of the instructional process and is only experienced through regular attendance. The primary responsibility for ensuring regular school attendance rests with the parent(s)/guardian(s) and the student. Through the cooperative efforts of parent(s)/guardian(s), it is hoped each student will develop attendance habits and attitudes which will be helpful to his/her present and future endeavors.

All student absences and lateness (tardies) must be communicated with the school office. 

Please be sure to include the following information when communicating with the school office:

  • Student’s full name (with spelling)
  • Teacher's name
  • Applicable date and time
  • Your name and relationship to the student 
  • Reason for the student’s absence (If ill: report student's symptoms and diagnosis by doctor if applicable)
  • Length of time you expect the student to be absent or tardy
  • Number where you can be reached

Pick-Up / Drop-Off Procedures

Please take a moment to watch the Video Documentpick-up/drop-off procedures video.

The video demonstrates the correct areas for picking up and dropping off your children. It also provides tips that, if followed, will help to keep our students safe. Thank you for your cooperation.

  • The entrance off of Three Mile Road should be used for students in grades 3-5.
     
  • The entrance closest to Oleson's off the bus route should be used for students in preschool through grade 2.
     
  • If dropping off/picking up students of mixed grades, use the entrance of your youngest child. 
     
  • Please pull all the way forward.
     
  • Students should enter/exit cars using the sidewalk.
     
  • Always use crosswalks.
     
  • Students should never walk between cars or buses.
     
  • PDF DocumentView Cherry Knoll Front Parking Lot Map
     
  • PDF DocumentView Cherry Knoll Bus Ramp Parking Map

If your busing needs change at any time, please contact your school office or call the transportation department at 231.933.1933 for more information.

Classroom Resources

Documents

Services & Information

Learn the Cherry Knoll School Song!

TCAPS extended day child care programs are licensed by the State of Michigan. Extended day programs are available at TCAPS elementary schools for students in grades K – 5, with select schools offering extended hours for preschool-age students. The programs offer the opportunity for personal attention from an experienced staff and enrichment activities that develop social skills, teamwork and interpersonal relationships.

Before school hours begin at 7:00 a.m. and continue until the start of the school day. The after school hours begin when the school day ends and continues until 5:30 p.m. each day. The program starts with the first scheduled day of school and ends with the last scheduled day of school. This service is available to parents on a pre-arranged and pre-paid basis. Visit the External LinkTCAPS Extended Day Child Care website for registration information and contact information.

Online Registration & Payment Information

The online extended day registration process is completed through the External LinkPowerSchool (Parent) Public Portal. Before starting the registration process, you will need to have your child's unique PIN number which can be obtained from your child's school office. 

PowerSchool Public Portal Information

E-Funds Information

For additional registration information contact the Early Childhood office at 231.933.1759 or gignillike@tcaps.net. 

 

How to Report Bullying

Traverse City Area Public Schools takes bullying very seriously and will investigate all reported incidents. Reports can be made by contacting your school office or by filling out the Google FormsTCAPS Bullying Preventions & Intervention Incident Reporting Form.  

All reported incidents reported will follow the PDF Documentbullying/cyberbullying investigative process.

 

Cherry Knoll Library Photo

Online Catalog Resources

​​​​​​​External LinkTCAPS Elementary Library Media Website

Library Media Paraprofessional

Pam Farrell
231.933.8986

Volunteering

Volunteers Welcome - We are always looking for parents who are willing to come in and help out during class visits. It is nice for students to see other adults helping out at school and we all appreciate the extra hands on the job. If you are interested in being a library volunteer, please give call 231.933.8986.

Great Gift Idea

If you are trying to think of a cool birthday gift for your child that will benefit all Cherry Knoll students, how about donating a book or a magazine subscription to the school library? We will put a bookplate inside the front cover acknowledging your generous gift in your child’s name. This would also be announced to the students during the morning announcements. All you have to do is stop into the library and we can work out the details. Books are also a great way to memorialize a loved one. The bookplate would name the person and state their relationship to your family.

 

Find Out if You Qualify for Free/Discounted Meals

TCAPS is proud to offer healthy meals to our students every school day. Children need healthy meals to fuel their learning and your child(ren) may qualify for free or reduced meal benefits. 

Whether or not your child plans to participate in the free and/or reduced meals program, the information is vital for the district. It is used not only to determine meal prices for qualifying families, but it is also used as part of the application process for a number of grants and other opportunities TCAPS participates in. We are pleased to be able to offer qualifying families with free or discounted meal rates, so if you think your family might qualify, please External Linkapply today. 

The online extended day registration process is completed through the External LinkPowerSchool (Parent) Public Portal. Before starting the registration process, you will need to have your child's unique PIN number which can be obtained from your child's school office. 

PowerSchool Public Portal Information

E-Funds Information

For additional registration information contact the Early Childhood office at 231.933.1759 or gignillike@tcaps.net. 

PowerSchool Public Portal can be accessed by both students and parents to view class schedules,  keep track of grades and attendance, set up email notifications, and receive comments from teachers. 

Cherry Knoll Elementary School PTO invites all parents to get involved in school activities and events and/or considering becoming a member of the PTO board. The PTO works throughout the year to bring quality enrichment opportunities to our students as well as enhance student programming. PTO meetings are held the third Tuesday of every month during the school year. Free childcare is available. Hope to see you there!

  • Visit our PTO webpage for meeting dates, times and board contact information.

There are multiple ways you can find out if school is closed due to inclement weather:

  • All local radio and televisions stations announce school closings on a regular basis
  • Call the bus hotline - 231.933.1955
  • Visit theExternal Link district website or the school website. A pop up will come on the screen if there is a closing alert (pop up blocker must be turned off)
  • Follow the district on External LinkFacebook and/or External LinkTwitter

Want more information? View PDF DocumentSnow Day FAQs

Interpreter/Translation Services

Interpreting during any meeting or translation of any documents will be provided for any parent who requests interpreting or translating. The process to request these services is:

  • Contact your school and make a request. The school will then make the request through the Human Resources Department, and an interpreter will be provided.
  • A school may use the Tele-Interpreter Service if no interpreter is available, or if interpreter/translation services are an immediate need.

Liaisons

Throughout the school year, Cherry Knoll Elementary School looks for parent volunteers to help in various positions. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the main office or speak with your child's teacher. All volunteers will need to complete the district's online volunteer application and a background check before volunteering at the school. To complete the application and for more information on volunteering, please visit the External Linkdistrict's volunteer page. Thank you for your support!