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⏰ Reminder: Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program Virtual Info Meeting Tonight!

Is your student interested in a faster pace and higher-order thinking? Registration for optional CogAT qualification testing for the 2026-2027 TAG Program is now open!

🗓️ Optional Info Meeting: Join us virtually on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

🔗 Register for Testing Now (Deadline Jan 21): https://forms.gle/htKyceUSR5REHEg58

Learn more at www.tcaps.net/TAG.

Free Meals at TCAPS! 🍎🥪

TCAPS is offering free breakfast and lunch meals at every building, every school day.

Free breakfast is served daily! TCAPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds parents and students that TCAPS offers free breakfast before the start of every school day at every building in the district.

Secondary buildings offer breakfast in the cafeterias, and elementary buildings offer a convenient "Grab & Go" breakfast for students to enjoy in the classrooms or the cafeterias. TCAPS encourages every student to grab a free breakfast to ensure they have the energy necessary to excel! 📚

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Meet TCAPS Compass Winner: Kelly Gignilliat, Licensed Childcare Coordinator, TCAPS Administration🏆

Her nomination highlights her consistent dedication that goes above and beyond her job requirements.

Kelly is a crucial first impression for our district! As one of the first team members new families connect with, her patient, understanding, and exceptionally thorough approach ensures they feel immediately at ease and welcomed. Kelly embodies a true team spirit, always asking "How can I help?" and never adhering to an "it's not my job" mentality.

Her impact is clear, recently managing the successful launch of the K-5 online registration process while simultaneously coordinating hundreds of preschool/toddler registrations, never dropping the ball. Beyond her core duties, Kelly selflessly demonstrates her support for the TCAPS community, always jumping in and being an invaluable asset. 👏🌟

This recognition is well-deserved! The Compass Award celebrates employees who contribute to the District's Strategic Plan through their daily work. Review the full Strategic Plan here: www.tcaps.net/strategicplan.

🔔 Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day on December 11.

Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa

View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6

For questions, contact your school directly.

🔔 Reminder: TCAPS Board of Education Meeting TODAY!

The TCAPS Board of Education will hold its next meeting on Monday, December 8.

This meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. and will transition into a Closed Session following the agenda review, with regular business beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Join us in person at the Glenn Loomis Administration Building (1009 S. Oak Street, Traverse City).

Find out more at www.tcaps.net/board.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

We are incredibly grateful to MAWBY Winery for their year-long partnership supporting the TCAPS Student Support Network. A portion of their flight proceeds resulted in a generous gift supporting the Student Support Network.🌟🤝

We also extend a heartfelt thank you to the MAWBY team for volunteering at our Back to School Pop-Up! Your hands-on support made a real difference for families starting the school year strong.

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A heartfelt thank you to all who have supported TCAPS inaugural year-end fundraising efforts thus far! While our campaign continues through December 31, we are honored to share that we surpassed our Giving Tuesday goal.

A special thank you to Scott Newman-Bale for generously matching the first $10,000 raised. To date, we have raised $23,088.25 for TCAPS Student Support Network and LEAP programs. 🎉

Let’s keep the momentum going! Your continued support makes a meaningful difference.

Give now: www.tcaps.net/give 

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TCAPS Superintendent Monthly Office Hours – Tuesday, December 9

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Superintendent Dr. John VanWagoner invites community members to “office hours.” Office hours will be held at Horizon Books, 243 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684 (Mezzanine level) at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9. For more information, visit www.tcaps.net/about/superintendent.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

The TCAPS Board of Education is holding its next meeting on Monday, December 8. The closed session will begin at 5:00 p.m., with regular business beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Join us in person at the Glenn Loomis Administration Building (1009 S. Oak Street, Traverse City).

Find out more at www.tcaps.net/board.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

The Student Support Network (SSN) extends a heartfelt thanks to Hearts at Home, the Clinical Quality Department at Munson Medical Center, Ob Hospitalist Group, Step Up Northern Michigan, and the many individuals, groups, and community agencies who provided Thanksgiving meals for our families. Your generosity and compassion make an incredible difference this holiday season! 🦃❤️

Meet TCAPS Compass Winner: Adam Stricker, Kitchen Leader, TCAPS Montessori🏆

His nomination highlights his dedication and positive impact on students and staff.

Adam is new to Montessori and has stepped into the Lead Kitchen Position this year! Adam has been incredibly respectful and proactive as he learns his new role and navigates our building's operations. His dedication to improving our daily operations is highly valued by the staff.

Adam's positive attitude creates a wonderful atmosphere in the cafeteria. He consistently smiles at the students and is especially diligent about keeping students with allergies safe with customized food options. No matter how busy the cafeteria gets, Adam remains positive and helpful. His efforts ensure every student has an enjoyable and safe lunch experience. Welcome to the team, Adam! 👏

This recognition is well-deserved! The Compass Award celebrates employees who contribute to the District's Strategic Plan through their daily work. Review the full Strategic Plan here: www.tcaps.net/strategicplan.

🔔 Reminder: No School Nov 26-28. Enjoy the time off! School is back in session Dec 1.

The Administration Building at Glenn Loomis will be open for visitors until 12:00 PM on Wednesday, Nov 26.

View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6

🔔 Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day today, November 25.

Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa

View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6

For questions, contact your school directly.