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March
March 11, 2024
TCAPS Administration Building Plans Move to Glenn Loomis

With the upcoming sale of the Ida Tompkins Boardman Administration Building, Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) will begin relocating Administration staff in March to the Glenn Loomis school building, located at 1009 S. Oak Street. Glenn Loomis has been mostly vacant since TCAPS Montessori moved to its new location on Franke Road at the start of the 2023-2024 school year.  

March 9, 2024
Grandview Parkway Construction Begins March 10 - Delays Expected

Phase I of the Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT’s) Grandview Parkway Project will begin the evening of Sunday, March 10th.

March 8, 2024
TCAPS 2024-2025 Academic Calendar Announced

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is pleased to share the academic calendar for 2024-2025 is finalized and available to view, along with building start and end times.

March 1, 2024
TCAPS Offers Test Out Opportunity

Application Deadline is April 17th

February
February 29, 2024
February 2024 District Newsletter Released
February 21, 2024
TCAPS Announces National Merit Finalists

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is pleased to announce four students as Finalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Less than one percent of all U.S. high school seniors reach this level of academic achievement.

February 12, 2024
Board of Education Authorizes 2024 TCAPS Capital Bond Proposal

After a nearly yearlong planning process, the school district will place a capital bond proposal on the August 6, 2024 ballot, with a focus on projects to keep students safe, warm, and dry

February 9, 2024
TCAPS State of The District Message

Dear Families & Staff,

Wednesday marked our 100th day of school for the academic year. I am always amazed how quickly the school year progresses once we reach the second semester. I am pleased to provide an annual overview for our parents, staff, and greater community.

February 2, 2024
2024 Mid-Winter District Newsletter Released
January
January 12, 2024
TCAPS' Talented & Gifted Program Invites Students to Register for Cognitive Ability Testing (CogAT)

Registration deadline is Friday, January 19, 2024

December
December 22, 2023
December 2023 Newsletter Released

Please enjoy the December 2023 edition of TCAPS' District Newsletter.

December 12, 2023
TCAPS Board of Education Approves Purchase Agreement for Bertha Vos Property

The TCAPS Board of Education approved with a 7-0 vote authorizing Superintendent Dr. John VanWagoner to fully execute the sale of the Bertha Vos property for a purchase price of $1,225,000 with SH East Bay Commons North LLC, a real estate development company specializing in both commercial and residential properties. The cash offer exceeded the listing price of $725,000.

November
November 27, 2023
November 2023 Newsletter Released
November 22, 2023
TCAPS Holiday Message

Dear TCAPS Families,

To coincide with the spirit of gratitude and the gift of community, I would like to share this video showcasing a few reasons why TCAPS staff support our students every day. I am beyond grateful for all who make TCAPS what it is and seek to help our students daily.

November 14, 2023
TCAPS Names Rich Axtell Lead Girls Lacrosse Coach

New Co-op Varsity Girls Sport Begins This Spring

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is pleased to announce the hiring of Rich Axtell as TCAPS’ Girls Varsity Lacrosse Coach. Axtell brings with him a wealth of coaching experience, leading East Grand Rapids High School’s women's lacrosse team to seven state championships.