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April 24, 2026

Traverse City Area Public Schools

It's High 5 Friday! 🙌🖐

This week, high fives go out to:

It was awesome to see so many of our students across the district celebrating Earth Day this week!

1. Eastern Elementary students in Mrs. Hites' first-grade class who received an exciting visit from Mr. Hites of the Traverse City Light and Power team! He shared valuable insights into different types of energy, the significance of clean energy, and practical conservation tips. It was an enlightening experience for our STARS! 💡👏

2. Westwoods Elementary students who took action for the planet this week. Mrs. Carter's Kindergarteners and Mr. Stave's 5th-grade class teamed up to celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up their school grounds. It was a wonderful opportunity for our younger and older students to work together as stewards of the environment, ensuring their campus stays beautiful and litter-free. Way to go! 🌟🙌

3. West Middle School students in Mrs. Steele and Ms. Stallworth’s 6th-grade science classes who enjoyed fresh air and sunshine this week! In honor of Earth Day, students took full advantage of their beautiful surroundings and headed outside for a sound map activity. This hands-on experience allowed students to connect with their environment while celebrating the natural beauty of their campus. 🌲👍

4. Traverse Heights Elementary students in Mrs. Miller's and Mrs. Thomas' classes who celebrated the completion of their American Revolution CKLA Unit with a "Boston Tea Party"! This themed celebration was a fantastic way for students to wrap up their learning, bringing history to life while honoring the hard work they put into the unit. It was an unforgettable day of hands-on education for our learners! ☕🥳

5. West Senior High students who explored their futures at the NMC Career and Majors Fair. From hands-on demos to chatting with professors and industry pros, it was a day of turning "What if?" into a solid plan. Huge thanks to NMC for hosting such an inspiring event! 🎓💫

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools #High5Friday

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