Reminder for the School Year!
TCAPS Families,
Your Education Benefits Form directly impacts the resources available to our schools, benefiting every single TCAPS student! 🏫
Submitting this form helps us secure funding for:
🔹 Reduced fees for programs and extracurriculars
🔹 Expanded learning opportunities like field trips
🔹 Important staffing and resources that support every student
Please take a few moments to complete yours by October 1. 🗓️
🔗 Submit online today: qr.tcaps.net/EducationBenefitsForm
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Your Education Benefits Form directly impacts the resources available to our schools, benefiting every single TCAPS student! 🏫
Submitting this form helps us secure funding for:
🔹 Reduced fees for programs and extracurriculars
🔹 Expanded learning opportunities like field trips
🔹 Important staffing and resources that support every student
Please take a few moments to complete yours by October 1. 🗓️
🔗 Submit online today: qr.tcaps.net/EducationBenefitsForm
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day today, Friday, September 11. 🔔
Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
For questions, please contact the school's main office.
Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day on Friday, September 11. 🔔
Find start and dismissal times here: https://5il.co/3jfxa
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
For questions, please contact the school's main office.
TCAPS Families,
Did you know your Education Benefits Form helps fund important programs for all TCAPS students? 🍎
Completing this quick form unlocks valuable state and federal resources for our entire district. Your participation truly makes a difference!
🔗 Complete the form online by October 1: qr.tcaps.net/EducationBenefitsForm
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Did you know your Education Benefits Form helps fund important programs for all TCAPS students? 🍎
Completing this quick form unlocks valuable state and federal resources for our entire district. Your participation truly makes a difference!
🔗 Complete the form online by October 1: qr.tcaps.net/EducationBenefitsForm
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Our open house is right around the corner, and we can’t wait to see you there:
Open House Schedule & Highlights:
AC Orientation & Open House (grades 7-8) - Monday, August 31, from 1:00 to 3:00. Students should arrive sometime within the 2-hour window. Lifetouch school photos will be taken for purchase, students’ IDs, and the yearbook. Guides will be available with handouts and information. Paperwork will be available for the Sept. 15-17 Interlochen State Park Camping trip.
September 1, 2026
CASA (PreSchool, JK, K) Open House: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
LE , UE and TAG (Grades 1-6) Open House: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Pro-Tip for Returning Families: Please consider coming during the last half hour of your time slot so our new students and families have dedicated time to get to know their teachers!
What to Check Out During Open House:
Front Hall: Visit several community tables packed with great local information.
Classroom Visits: Stop by to pick up your packet, tour the space, and say hello to your teachers.
Playground: Head outside for some community connection, PTO picnic, and fun!
PTO Welcome Back Family Picnic
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Details: Bring your own picnic dinner if you’d like! An ice cream truck will also be on-site for a sweet treat.
Open House Schedule & Highlights:
AC Orientation & Open House (grades 7-8) - Monday, August 31, from 1:00 to 3:00. Students should arrive sometime within the 2-hour window. Lifetouch school photos will be taken for purchase, students’ IDs, and the yearbook. Guides will be available with handouts and information. Paperwork will be available for the Sept. 15-17 Interlochen State Park Camping trip.
September 1, 2026
CASA (PreSchool, JK, K) Open House: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
LE , UE and TAG (Grades 1-6) Open House: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Pro-Tip for Returning Families: Please consider coming during the last half hour of your time slot so our new students and families have dedicated time to get to know their teachers!
What to Check Out During Open House:
Front Hall: Visit several community tables packed with great local information.
Classroom Visits: Stop by to pick up your packet, tour the space, and say hello to your teachers.
Playground: Head outside for some community connection, PTO picnic, and fun!
PTO Welcome Back Family Picnic
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Details: Bring your own picnic dinner if you’d like! An ice cream truck will also be on-site for a sweet treat.
The August edition of TCAPS District News is officially live! 📲
Stay connected with the latest stories, student highlights, and important updates from across our schools. 📚
Mobile Version: https://qr.tcaps.net/AugDistrictNews26
Desktop & Print Version: https://aptg.co/NH2QmD
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Stay connected with the latest stories, student highlights, and important updates from across our schools. 📚
Mobile Version: https://qr.tcaps.net/AugDistrictNews26
Desktop & Print Version: https://aptg.co/NH2QmD
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Picture Day is coming on Monday, August 31st for our Adolescent Students (7th and 8th grade)
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT6T9KMT.
Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT6T9KMT.
Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Reminder that today, Wednesday, June 10, is a half day and the last day of the school year! ☀️
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 that Wednesday, June 10, is a half day and the last day of the school year! ☀️
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.
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: There is no school today, Monday, May 25.
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 25, 2026. Enjoy the long weekend!
The May 2026 edition of TCAPS District News is officially live! 🗞️✨
Stay connected with the latest stories, student highlights, and important updates from across our schools.
Mobile Version: 📱https://itl.ink/DistrictNewsMay26
Desktop & Print Version: 💻 https://aptg.co/YbKds7
#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
Opening New Chapters: The Power of the Novel Study
Did you know that 3rd - 5th graders have the opportunity to engage in novel studies through the CKLA curriculum? These Novel Study Units are where "learning to read" transforms into "loving to read." By diving deep into these specific titles, our students are building more than just literacy—they’re building character:
- Stella Díaz Has Something to Say: Students are finding their own "inner starfish" as they learn about confidence, identity, and the bravery it takes to speak up.
- The Seasons of Styx Malone: This adventure pushes kids to analyze loyalty and friendship, weighing the thrill of the "extraordinary" against the value of home.
- The Science of Breakable Things: A beautiful look at using the scientific method to understand empathy and hope, connecting lab reports to real-life emotions.
The Big Benefit: Novel studies build reading stamina and critical thinking. Instead of just skimming, students learn to track complex themes and see the world through a new lens.
Did you know that 3rd - 5th graders have the opportunity to engage in novel studies through the CKLA curriculum? These Novel Study Units are where "learning to read" transforms into "loving to read." By diving deep into these specific titles, our students are building more than just literacy—they’re building character:
- Stella Díaz Has Something to Say: Students are finding their own "inner starfish" as they learn about confidence, identity, and the bravery it takes to speak up.
- The Seasons of Styx Malone: This adventure pushes kids to analyze loyalty and friendship, weighing the thrill of the "extraordinary" against the value of home.
- The Science of Breakable Things: A beautiful look at using the scientific method to understand empathy and hope, connecting lab reports to real-life emotions.
The Big Benefit: Novel studies build reading stamina and critical thinking. Instead of just skimming, students learn to track complex themes and see the world through a new lens.
The 2026 State of the District video is now live! Stay up to date with TCAPS’ initiatives and see how we are educating, engaging, and supporting all learners to maximize individual excellence.
Watch the video here: https://itl.ink/TCAPSStateoftheDistrict26
Watch the video here: https://itl.ink/TCAPSStateoftheDistrict26
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.
The "Spiral" Effect: Building Background Knowledge Experts!
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.
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!
