We’re Feeling the Love!
A HUGE thank you to the incredible local businesses who have donated to our Cherry Knoll Silent Auction
Because of you, we have an amazing mix of items… from wine tastings and spa packages to family adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Now it’s our turn to show up and support them!
Join us April 24 at Mt. Holiday
Bring a friend
Bid on something amazing
Let’s make this a night to remember for our kids and our community use this link to register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/CKBlackandWhiteParty26
Something for Everyone!
Looking for fun family experiences? We’ve got you covered at the Cherry Knoll Silent Auction!
Zoo passes
Tennis camp
Open skate passes
Mini golf passes
Art experiences
Pop-up movie night kit
Plus tons of gift cards, baskets, and local experiences!
Bid on something fun while supporting Cherry Knoll students—win-win!
April 24 | Mt. Holiday use this link to register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/CKBlackandWhiteParty26
New Auction Item Alert: Teacher Experiences!
We’re so excited to introduce something NEW at this year’s Cherry Knoll Silent Auction… Teacher Experiences!
Your student can spend special time with their favorite teacher. How fun is that?!
Options include:
Music time/lessons
Putt-putt golf outing
Terrarium building
…and more!
These one-of-a-kind experiences are sure to be a hit and make amazing memories for your kids!
Check them out and start bidding on the auction platform now: https://charity.pledgeit.org/CKBlackandWhiteParty26
Don’t wait—these will go fast!
Teams compete in the all-day Tournament with three events to demonstrate their knowledge of the books and show their team strategy and spirit. The day's finale includes recognition of top-scoring teams and an appearance by a well-known children's author.
Upon returning to school it has been fun listening to the children recommend the books and talk about their experience at the battle with their classmates. I see some future leaders in the group!
Watch the video here: https://itl.ink/TCAPSStateoftheDistrict26
We are thrilled to welcome our incoming principal, Mr. Tony Pascoe, to Cherry Knoll as he prepares for the upcoming school year. He is eager to meet our wonderful Wildcat families, so please join us for a casual Meet & Greet this Tuesday from 5:30 - 6:30pm in the cafeteria. Whether or not you plan to stay for the PTO meeting, we’d love for you to stop by, grab a sandwich, and say hello!
Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day today, Thursday, April 16.
Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
For questions, please contact your school directly.
TCAPS Transportation and Safety Update
Our TCAPS Administrative team spent the day working closely with Grand Traverse County to evaluate road conditions and finalize bus routing. While families whose students have been rerouted have already been notified, we ask for your patience tomorrow, as there will likely be delays in both morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off times. School administrators are aware of these delays and are prepared to assist students as they arrive.
To stay updated on your student’s transportation status, please utilize the MyRide K-12 app. You can access Account Setup Instructions and Routing Information online to view real-time routing details at https://www.tcaps.net/page/transportation. The Grand Traverse County Road Commission asks that you plan ahead for the next few days and give yourself extra time. Please use extra caution when traveling and slow down immediately if you encounter areas with standing water.
Also, please note that tomorrow is a scheduled early release day. You can view start and dismissal times athttps://5il.co/3jfxa and the full academic calendar athttps://5il.co/3jfx6. Thank you for your flexibility and for your partnership in keeping our students and drivers safe.
Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day on Thursday, April 16. 🔔
Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
For questions, please contact your school directly.
Have you ever wondered how to build background knowledge for students? CKLA builds background knowledge for reading comprehension. In our Amplify CKLA curriculum, we use "spiraling"—revisiting big topics at a deeper level as students grow! For example, TCAPS 5th graders learned about Maya, Aztec and Inca this year, but this isn’t the first time students will be exposed to these ideas.
In 1st Grade (The Foundation): Students first "meet" these cultures. They listened to stories about maize, stepped into the floating gardens of Tenochtitlan, and learned basic geography. 🌽
In 5th Grade (The Deep Dive): Now, they are investigators. They aren’t just listening; they are analyzing primary sources, decoding Maya hieroglyphics, and comparing the sophisticated political systems of the three empires.
Connecting the Dots: This unit isn't just about the past, it’s a bridge! It sets the stage for future units on the Age of Exploration and the American Revolution by giving students the "big picture" of who was here first.
By revisiting these big ideas, our students aren’t just memorizing facts for a test—they are building a permanent library of knowledge that makes them better readers and critical thinkers for life.
Reminder: There will be no school for students from Friday, March 27, through Friday, April 3. Additionally, all TCAPS school offices and the TCAPS Administration Building at Glenn Loomis will be closed to the public during this time.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 6.
Have a safe and relaxing spring recess!
Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day today, Thursday, March 26.
Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
For questions, please contact your school directly.
Reminder: Spring Recess Ahead! ☀️🌸
There will be no school for students from Friday, March 27, through Friday, April 3. Additionally, all TCAPS school offices and the Administration Building at Glenn Loomis will be closed to the public. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 6. Have a safe and relaxing spring recess!
Academic Calendar: https://5il.co/3jfx6
Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day on Thursday, March 26. 🔔
Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
For questions, please contact your school directly.
Students currently enrolled in Michigan Virtual, Acellus, or Dual-Enrolled classes should follow the specific direction of their instructors for those programs.
For more information, please visit www.tcaps.net.
School is Closed: All TCAPS schools will be closed on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, due to inclement weather. Students in Michigan Virtual, Acellus, or Dual Enrollment classes should follow the direction of the instructors for those programs.
For more information on snow days, including how they are communicated and how decisions are made, visit www.tcaps.net.
