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🌟 ALL CITY INVITE MEET RESULTS! 🌟

Congratulations to both of our Cross Country teams on their performances yesterday at the All City Invitational! The Boys placed 1st and the Girls finished 2nd in an extremely close race!

The teams are travelling to the VSV Course in Cadillac on Saturday to compete at the Northern Michigan Meet of Champions, starting at 10:00 AM.

Great job, and good luck Trojans! 💛🖤🏆

3 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
EMS Cross Country placed 1st for Boys and 2nd for Girls at the Traverse City Area All-City Invitational on Thursday, 10/22/2026.

🤼 WRESTLING HEAD COACH NEEDED! 🤼

We are currently searching for a head coach for our Wrestling team here at Traverse City East Middle School. The season starts Monday, January 4th, 2027 and will conclude on Saturday, March 14th, 2027.

Pay will be between $3,200-$3,500 based on experience.

Those who are interested should apply at https://tcaps.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5948872, scan the QR code on the image, or contact Chris Kennard, TC East Athletic Coordinator.

3 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
TC East Middle School is looking for a new Wrestling Head Coach before the season begins in early January.
🏃‍♀️ TROJAN ATHLETE OF THE WEEK 🏃‍♀️

Congratulations to Claire Potgieter (Girls Cross Country), one of our Trojan Athletes of the Week!

"Claire had a bad toe injury to start the season but has bounced back and running strong. At the Mancelona Invite, she ran a season best and came close to beating her PR! " - Coach Emili Jackson

Great job, Claire! 🏆
3 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
Claire Potgieter, 7th grade Cross Country runner, is named Athlete of the Week.
SRP Action Spotlight: EVACUATE

This week in our Standard Response Protocol (SRP) series, we are reviewing the Evacuate action.

Directive: "To a location."

When it is safer outside than inside, such as during a fire alarm, an Evacuate action is ordered. Students and staff move in an orderly manner to a designated safe area.

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
3 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Three stick figure people stand in a row, holding hands, inside a green circle.

Annual TC Patriot Game 🏈

This Friday, Oct 23, join us at Thirlby Field as the Trojans and Titans come together to honor Veterans, active-duty military, and first responders! Gates open at 5:30 PM, ceremonies start at 6:35 PM, and kickoff is at 7:10 PM.

Tickets are $7 in advance on GoFan.co or $7–$8 at the Thirteenth Street gate. Admission is FREE for all Veterans, active military, and first responders. Commemorative apparel is on sale now through Friday at both high schools (red for Trojans and blue for Titans) with all proceeds benefiting Reining Liberty Ranch.

Skip the lines and get full event details at www.tcaps.net/tcpatriotgame!

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools

4 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Event poster for the Patriot Game 2026 with people in red, white, and blue attire, standing in a row.

Even more Twin Day photos!

4 days ago, Laura Ashton
Two women stand with a black and white dog. One holds a leash. Behind them, a white board and green plant are visible.
Students wearing numbered shirts walk in a school hallway with white walls, blue floor, and ceiling lights.
Two girls stand close to each other wearing gray shirts and black leggings. One girl wears glasses and has blonde hair.
Two young men, one with a white hat and red bandana, standing next to each other with water bottles in their hands.
Three girls standing next to each other. One wears a black hoodie, another a polka-dot shirt, and the last a navy blue sweatshirt. They are in front of a wall.

More Twin Day photos!

4 days ago, Laura Ashton
Two students in athletic jerseys walk down a school hallway. One wears black shoes and the other wears white shoes.
Three girls standing together in a hallway, holding a sign that says "Black Pink" with images of women.
Two girls in black sweatshirts stand next to each other against a white wall with bulletin boards.
Two women stand together in front of a light-colored wall; one has blonde hair, the other has dark hair.
Three women wearing gray sweatshirts with helmet designs stand together in a school hallway. One wears glasses, another a lanyard.
Two students standing together, one in a hoodie and the other in a shirt with "Korn" on it.
Two girls stand in a school hallway with tiled walls and white ceiling lights, one wearing sunglasses.
Two girls in hoodies, one red, one orange, walking in a hallway with other students.
Two girls in matching shirts and black pants stand in a hallway with white walls and tiled floor.
Four young girls wearing matching pink shirts and black leggings pose together, standing in front of a wall.

Our students and staff did not disappoint for Twin Day today! Check out some amazing twins (and triplets and octo-babies situations) that we caught on camera today.

Get ready to rep your favorite college tomorrow!

4 days ago, Laura Ashton
Two children in school sweatshirts stand at a door with another child and pictures on a wall.
Six adults stand together in front of a yellow and black sign with white text.
Two students in athletic vests walk in a hallway; a clock and doors are on the wall.
Two girls stand against a yellow tiled wall, one in a navy hoodie with a braided ponytail, the other in a polka-dot hoodie.
Two girls in matching shirts pose by a door with a yellow wall and a bulletin board.
Two young boys wearing yellow shirts with red atom designs, standing next to each other against a tiled wall.
Two students stand in a school hallway. They wear black hoodies and leggings. Both have shoes.
A group of young people smile, with one crouching, against a white tiled wall.
Two girls in white T-shirts and black leggings stand in front of a tiled wall. Both wear large multi-colored sunglasses.
Two girls in matching gray shirts, standing close with arms around each other, pose in front of a white wall.
🏐 TROJAN ATHLETE OF THE WEEK 🏐

Congratulations to Leah Root (Volleyball), one of our Trojan Athletes of the Week!

"Leah is consistently one of our strongest servers. For a sixth grader, her ability to control and strategically place her serves is remarkable. She doesn't just get the ball over the net; she understands how to use her serve to give our team a competitive advantage. One of Leah's most memorable contributions came during a match when our team was feeling discouraged after losing the first set. Leah stepped up to serve and helped establish an early lead, giving her teammates the momentum and confidence they needed to turn things around. It was a great example of how one player's performance can positively influence an entire team. What makes Leah deserving of this recognition is not just her athletic ability, but the way she uses her skills to elevate those around her. She leads through her performance, and ability to step up when her team needs her most." - Coach Shannon Owen & Katie Strittmatter

Great job, Leah! 🏆
5 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
Leah Root, 6th grade Volleyball player, is nominated as Trojan Athlete of the Week.
Traverse City Central High School Music Department presents the Michigan premiere of WONDERLAND!✨

Join us for an unforgettable show featuring our talented CHS students! Shows run Nov. 13, 14, 20, & 21 at 7 p.m., with 2 p.m. matinees on Nov. 15 & 22.

Tickets are $20 ($25 for VIP) and can be purchased now at tcaps.booktix.com.

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5 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Advertisement for Wonderland, a high school music event. Performances are on Nov 13, 14, 20, 21, 15, 22.

Wait, is it Jersey Day or Twin Day?? Our hallways were filled with jerseys of all kinds today- and we found Gibbs and Lexi rocking their Detroit gear. TOMORROW is Tropical day so pull out that vacation apparel!

6 days ago, Laura Ashton
Girl wearing a Detroit Lions jersey kneeling beside a black dog in a blue vest with white paw prints.
🏃‍♀️ TROJAN ATHLETE OF THE WEEK 🏃‍♀️

Congratulations to Ruby Arnold (Girls Cross Country), one of our Trojan Athletes of the Week!

"Ruby has emerged as a front runner and helped our team win the Mancelona Invite with a new PR! " - Coach Emili Jackson

Great job, Ruby! 🏆
10 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
Ruby Arnold, 6th grade runner wins athlete of the week for TC East.
SRP Action Spotlight: LOCKDOWN

This week’s SRP overview focuses on Lockdown.

Directive: "Locks, lights, out of sight."
Lockdown is called if there is an immediate threat inside the building. Doors are locked, lights are turned off, and everyone moves out of sight and remains quiet.

Our students and staff regularly practice Lockdown drills to respond quickly and calmly. Learn more at iloveuguys.org.

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10 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
A white padlock icon centered on a red circle background, representing security and protection.

Meet our EMS Artist of the Week- Atlantis Anderson!

10 days ago, Laura Ashton
A student stands in front of a brick wall with a helmet logo, holding a drawing. Text reads "Artist of the Week" and "Atlantis Anderson" with a shout-out for their art.
Our Trojan Cross Country teams both finished 2nd in their respective groups at the Kingsley Invitational this past Tuesday!

Way to work Trojans! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️


11 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
Kingsley Invite Cross Country Results, the Boys and Girls Trojan teams finished 2nd respectively.

Channeling Tim Burton, 7th grade honors students in Mrs. Garrett's class are working on a claymation video project this week. To deeply connect cell parts with their functions and to demonstrate the role of each in a whole cell system, student's are modeling and doing a voiceover describing the cellular process of a brain cell producing melatonin. 

11 days ago, Laura Ashton
Three girls in a classroom setting. One sitting, one kneeling, and one standing, all interacting with a tablet.
Three individuals are gathered around a countertop, with one using a device. A sink and cabinets are in the background.
Three children seated at a table. A deer head is mounted on the wall behind them.
Three students focus on a tablet in a classroom. The girl on the right stands near a desk.

Let's celebrate our EMS Musician of the Week!

12 days ago, Laura Ashton
A student's picture with text: Harper Leslie, musician of the week. She is blonde, wears a blue shirt, and has freckles.

Exciting News for East Middle School Families!

Looking for a safe, engaging, and enrichment-filled after-school space for your student? SEEDS @ East is a FREE after-school program open to all East Middle School students starting Monday, October 19th!

Program Highlights:

  • Daily Schedule: Runs Monday through Thursday, 2:35 PM – 6:00 PM.

  • Flexible Pickup: Family pickup starts from 5:45 PM (or earlier to accommodate sports, clubs, or family needs).

  • Snacks & Homework: Includes a healthy snack plus dedicated homework help and tutoring.

  • Hands-On Learning: Choice-based activities ranging from STEM projects, cooking, to outdoor ecology adventures.

How to Sign Up: Space is limited! Download the SEEDS Enrollment Form by scanning the QR code on the flyer or reaching out directly:

12 days ago, Laura Ashton
An invitation for the SEEDS @ East program at East Middle School. It starts on October 19, offering after-school activities and a snack.
Annual TC Patriot Game🏈

Join us at Thirlby Field on Friday, Oct 23 as the Trojans and Titans come together to honor Veterans, active-duty military, and first responders! Gates open at 5:30 PM, with ceremonies starting at 6:35 PM and kickoff at 7:10 PM.

Tickets are $7 in advance on GoFan.co or $7–$8 at the Thirteenth Street gate. Admission is FREE for all Veterans, active military, and first responders. Be sure to pick up commemorative apparel at either high school from Oct 12–23 (red for Trojans and blue for Titans) with all proceeds benefiting Reining Liberty Ranch.

Skip the lines and get full event details at www.tcaps.net/tcpatriotgame!

#GreatCommunityGreatSchools
13 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
Event poster for the Patriot Game 2026 with people in red, white, and blue attire, standing in a row.
💗🏈 PINK OUT GAME TOMORROW! 🏈💗

Join us Wednesday, October 14 for our Pink Out Game! 🎀

📍 Home @ Thirlby Field
⏰ 4:00 PM (7th Grade) & 6:00 PM (8th Grade)

Wear your pink and come support the Trojans! 💗💛🖤
13 days ago, Traverse City East Middle School
Join us for the Pink Out game against SEAS on Wednesday, October 14th at 4:00pm and 6:00pm for Trojan football.