Traverse City Area Public Schools Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

9 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
A promotional graphic for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The word "HOPE" is spelled in pink, with a pink awareness ribbon replacing the letter O. The hashtag "#BRING YOUR BRAVE" is also included. The bottom of the image features the TCAPS logo and the text "Traverse City Area Public Schools celebrates breast cancer Awareness Month."
Get ready for a night of incredible jazz! 🎺🎷

Join Central High School Jazz Bands and MSU Jazz Orchestra One for a special concert featuring trumpet guest Sean Jones and director Rodney Whitaker.

🗓️ Saturday, October 11, 2025
⏰ 3:00 PM (Doors open at 2:30 PM)
📍 City Opera House

Tickets are just $12 for adults and $5 for students. Get yours online at CityOperaHouse.org or at the door!

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
9 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
A promotional poster for a jazz concert. The poster is a mix of green hues and features a large, diagonally-striped diamond shape. The poster announces "Central High School Jazz Bands" and "MSU Jazz Orchestra One." It lists the performers, including special guests, and the event details: "Saturday, October 11, 2025" at "3 P.M." at the "City Opera House." Ticket prices are "$12 adults" and "$5 students." The bottom corners feature logos for "The Be-Bop Spartans" and "TC Central Trojans."
📆 SAVE THE DATE! 📆

Mark your calendars for the annual TC Patriot Game on Friday, October 24!

Join the TC Central Trojans and TC West Titans at Thirlby Field as we unite to honor our Veterans, first responders, and military heroes.

For more information, visit: www.tcaps.net/patriotgame.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
9 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Promotional graphic for the TC Patriot Game 2025. The image shows a football field at sunset lined with a crowd holding American flags. The title "PATRIOT GAME 2025" is centered at the top. Below the title are the logos for the TC Central Trojans and TC West Titans. Text at the bottom of the image reads: "FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 • TICKETS ON SALE NOW."
Reminder: Count Day is Wednesday, October 1!

Schools receive funding based on student attendance numbers taken on Count Day. Having your student in school on Count Day when possible, helps TCAPS continue to provide a world-class education for all students.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
9 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
A promotional graphic for Student Count Day. The image shows a classroom with two students in the foreground raising their hands. Large text overlaid on the image reads "EVERY CHILD COUNTS" and "TCAPS, Traverse City Area Public Schools" with the words "STUDENT COUNT DAY" at the bottom.



It's High 5 Friday! 🙌🖐

This week, high fives go out to:

1. West Senior High School students Tucker Ballenger, Owen Chadwick, Edward Chan, Jonah Dorsch, Jonas Heron, Graham Hetherington, Adeline Mulder, Brady Partlo, Katelyn Popp, Landon Rice, Trey Stewart, and Owen Wohlfer who have been awarded as National Merit Commended Scholars. These twelve students scored in the top three percent of all U.S. high school seniors for their PSAT/NMSQT performance. Such great role models for future Titans! 🌟👏

2. Central High School students, Bridget Belden, Abigail Houghton, Raven Mead, Charlie Schwarz, and Samuel Tursman, who have been named National Merit Commended Scholars. This title places them among the top academic achievers in the nation. They are truly awesome role models for their peers and a huge source of Trojan Pride! 🌟👏

3. North Sky Raptor Sanctuary for demonstrating the importance of being great stewards of our environment with the release of a hawk. Students at TCAPS Montessori had a truly unique learning experience for the International Day of Peace! It was an inspiring moment for everyone. ☮️

4. Traverse City Area Public Schools’ Safety & Security Director Patrick McManus and Deputy Core for a highly informative session on school and online safety! Our students learned valuable skills on how to make proactive choices and understand the steps for reporting any concerns. We appreciate this expert guidance that helps keep our community safe. 🛡️

5. Chelsea Park West's generous residents and employees for gathering amazing donations for our Traverse City Area Public Schools classrooms. Thanks to their kindness, our students will have the supplies needed to succeed! We are so grateful for our wonderful community partners. 💫

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools #High5Friday


9 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
students standing outside in front of school sign
students standing against the school wall
wman releasing hawk outside
Securiity Director Patrick McManus and Deputy Core standing in front of screen
Chelsea Park West employees and Student Support Network's Katie Kubesh standing behind box of school supplies

TCAPS Board of Education Office Hours - Thursday, September 25, 2025 📅✏️

Traverse City Area Public Schools  Board of Education will host its next monthly “office hours” virtually, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. TCAPS Board office hours provide community members with the opportunity to talk to a school board trustee. This month, Trustee Bageris is scheduled to attend. 

Learn more at www.tcaps.net/board.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

9 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Trustee Sara Bageris
TCAPS Celebrates the International Day of Peace!
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Graphic that states "TCAPS Celebrates the International Day of Peace"

It's High 5 Friday! 🙌🖐

This week, high fives go out to:

1. Central High School’s four students who were named as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists: Arthur Lijewski-Lee, Alex Potrafke, Lillian Shev, and Helly Taylor. This recognition places them among the top academic students in the country. An outstanding achievement for our Trojan Community! ✨👏

2. Our TCAPS students who celebrated Constitution Day. They explored the history and significance of our country's signing of the Constitution of 1787. We love seeing our students engage with American history! 📜

3. West Middle School students in Mrs. O’Brien’s and Mrs. Somerville’s classes who used their tech skills for a fun, interactive review of text types. They are now prepared to explore informational texts. 🚀

4. Silver Lake Elementary fifth grade students who engaged in a science experiment to see the effects of the Earth’s rotation. By tracing their shadows in the morning and again in the afternoon, they got a visual lesson on how our planet's movement affects what we see. So cool! 🌎

5. Dietary Specialists who planned an awesome Taco Tuesday at East Middle School this week! The walking tacos were a huge hit, and we are so grateful for the amazing cafeteria staff who help fuel their students so they can be active and engaged learners all day long. 🌮💪

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools #High5Friday


10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Principal and three students standing in front of a wall in the school hallway
Principal and a student standing in front of a wall in the school hallway
Staff members and students standing in front of a flag outside the school
Students writing a on sheet of paper attached to the whiteboard in the classroom
student sitting at his desk wearing a paper hat
students knealing on the classroom floor in front of a screen with an American flag image on it
Two students learning at a computer
students chalk drawing outside on the school cement
students at the cafeteria table eating tacos
TCAPS Families,

A quick reminder, TCAPS families: Your Free & Reduced Meal Application is essential! 💡 It helps provide critical resources for every student. Please complete it by October 1.

Apply online now: https://tinyurl.com/FreeReducedMealApp

Thank you for helping us provide the best support for all.
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
TCAPS Food & Nutrition Services graphic: "YOUR APPLICATION MATTERS." Text promotes applying for Michigan School Meals Program benefits, emphasizing its importance for district funding. "Apply by Wednesday, October 1st."
Thank you to the Traverse City Pit Spitters for donating proceeds from their Star Wars Night to the Student Support Network. Funds from the jersey auction, 50/50 raffle, and ticket sales will help support students across our district. ⚾🌟

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Traverse City Pit Spitters check for the Student Support Network 5,664.21 from the Star Wars Game
TCAPS Celebrates Constitution Day!
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Graphic that states "TCAPS Celebrates Constitution Day"

We're eager to meet you and discuss our open positions. Join us for Open Interviews at the Glenn Loomis Administration Building (1009 S. Oak Street, Traverse City) on Wednesday, September 17, from 8:00-10:00 a.m. TCAPS is hiring for various positions, many requiring no prior experience, and on-the-job training is provided. No appointment necessary.

Learn more at www.tcaps.net/jobs.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
TCAPS Open Interviews
TCAPS Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month!
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Graphic that states "TCAPS Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month"
TCAPS Families,

Don't wait! Please complete your Free & Reduced Meal Application by October 1. ⏰ Your application is crucial for TCAPS to secure vital state and federal funding that benefits all our students and programs. Printable forms are also available at your school's main office.

Apply online now: https://tinyurl.com/FreeReducedMealApp
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
TCAPS Food & Nutrition Services graphic: "YOUR APPLICATION MATTERS." Features fresh produce in baskets. Text promotes applying for Michigan School Meals Program benefits, emphasizing its importance for district funding. "Apply by Wednesday, October 1st."
It's High 5 Friday! 🙌🖐

This week, high fives go out to:

1. Traverse City High School for their first Maverick Enrichment Day! They were so excited to welcome back their alumni, who spent the day assisting staff and helping students during a fun and collaborative orientation. This is what community is all about! 🌟

2. Long Lake Elementary for bringing the magic of a StoryWalk to their school! They transformed their track into a literary trail, where students can enjoy a good book one page at a time. What a fun and innovative way to encourage both literacy and physical activity. 📖🚶‍♂️

3. West Senior High’s Library Media Center for hosting the Annual WSH Clubs & Activities Open House! It was a fantastic opportunity for students to discover the many amazing opportunities available at WSH. Hey Titans, don't forget to join a club and find your community!

4. The staff and students at Willow Hill Elementary who are soaring! Staff created a SOAR board for students to earn slips recognizing their actions of Safety, Ownership, Acceptance, and Respect. Each Friday, staff draw a few slips for school-wide recognition. Keep up the great work, Falcons! 🚀

5. TBA Credit Union and its members! Their generous donations to the Back-to-School Drive empowered the TCAPS Student Support Network to ensure our students' classrooms are well-stocked, preparing them for a successful school year!✏️📚

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools #High5Friday

10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Alumni gathered around a table with materials in a school room
students standing together on a trail in front of a poster with a picture of books on it
students standing around a table that has material for clubs in the school library
Bulletin Board on the wall that says SOAR and has paper slips pinned to it
Peolpe standing behind a table that has school supplies on it

TCAPS Superintendent Monthly Office Hours – Tuesday, September 16 📅⏰

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Superintendent, Dr. John VanWagoner, provides a monthly opportunity for community members to attend “office hours”. The next office hours will be held Tuesday, September 16, at 5:00 p.m. via Google Meet. For more information and to access the virtual meeting, visit https://www.tcaps.net/page/superintendent.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Superintendent Dr. John VanWagoner
TCAPS Families,

Your Free & Reduced Meal Application directly impacts the resources available to our schools, benefiting every TCAPS student! 🏫 This helps us provide reduced fees for programs and extracurriculars, expanded learning opportunities like field trips, and equitable access to education by funding essential staff and resources that support every student. Please take a few moments to apply by October 1. 🗓️

Apply online: https://tinyurl.com/FreeReducedMealApp
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
TCAPS Food & Nutrition Services graphic: "YOUR APPLICATION MATTERS." Features diverse fresh ingredients scattered on a dark background. Text promotes applying for Michigan School Meals Program benefits, emphasizing district funding. "Apply by Wednesday, October 1st."
The TCAPS Board of Education gave a special recognition to Step Up Northern Michigan at its meeting on Monday night. For well over two decades, this organization has provided essential resources and basic needs for our students, starting at Traverse City High School and now supporting our district's Student Support Network.

We're so thankful for their dedication to our students.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Step Up Northern Michigan pictured with TCAPS Board President and Superintendent

Reminder: The next TCAPS Board of Education meeting is happening tonight, Monday, September 8, 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

10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
TCAPS Administration Building
TCAPS Families,

Did you know your Free & Reduced Meal Application helps fund vital programs for all TCAPS students? 🍎 Completing this quick form unlocks essential state and federal resources for our entire district. Your participation truly makes a difference!

Apply online by October 1: https://tinyurl.com/FreeReducedMealApp
10 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
TCAPS Food & Nutrition Services graphic: "YOUR APPLICATION MATTERS." Features fresh produce in baskets. Text promotes applying for Michigan School Meals Program benefits, emphasizing its importance for district funding. "Apply by Wednesday, October 1st."