TC West Middle School

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!

10 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

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.

11 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

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

12 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

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.

13 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

We are so proud of our National History Day competitors and the incredible work they showcased at the Regional Contest!

After months of hard work, research and dedication, our students truly shined and we’re excited to share that 10 of our Titans are advancing to the State competition! We couldn’t be prouder of how you represented our school. We would also like to thank Mr. Mangan, Ms. Stearman and Mr. Perkins for their leadership in the NHD project.

Best of luck and go Titans!

14 days ago, Traverse City West Middle School

Students standing in a semi-circle at the Regional NHD competition. Some of the students are holding certificates. Two teachers are included in the photo as well.

TCAPS schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18, 2026. This decision was made to prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community by allowing our facilities team and local road crews the time needed to clear the heavy snow received throughout the district and on secondary roads. While all school buildings are closed, the TCAPS Administration Building will be open. Employees who normally report on closure days should report as scheduled.

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.

20 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

All TCAPS buildings, including TCAPS Administration, are closed on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. No employees should report to work on Tuesday unless their supervisor contacts them for essential work. This includes first, second, and third shift employees.

21 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

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.

21 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

TCAPS ALERT Schools are closed due to inclement weather.

All TCAPS buildings, including TCAPS Administration, are closed today, March 16, 2026. No employees should report to work today. This includes first, second, and third shift employees.

21 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

Update: The TCAPS Administration at Glenn Loomis Building will open at 11 AM. Staff who usually report on a school closure day should report at 11 AM.

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All TCAPS buildings will open at 11 AM on Monday, March 16, 2026. No TCAPS staff should report prior to 11 AM.

21 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

School and Afternoon Activities Canceled - Monday, March 16, 2026

All TCAPS schools are closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2026, due to inclement weather. All afternoon activities are also canceled. 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, go to www.tcaps.net.

22 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

Free Meals at TCAPS! 🍎🥪

TCAPS is offering free breakfast and lunch meals at every building, every school day.

Free breakfast is served daily! TCAPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds parents and students that TCAPS offers free breakfast before the start of every school day at every building in the district.

Secondary buildings offer breakfast in the cafeterias, and elementary buildings offer a convenient "Grab & Go" breakfast for students to enjoy in the classrooms or the cafeterias. TCAPS encourages every student to grab a free breakfast to ensure they have the energy necessary to excel! 📚

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

24 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

TCAPS Food & Nutrition Services graphic with vegetables and the text: FREE MEALS!

SCHOOL IS CLOSED: All TCAPS schools are closed today, Friday, March 13, 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, go to www.tcaps.net.

24 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

A huge thank you to all of our incredible Career Day speakers who so generously gave their time and shared their expertise with our 8th grade students today!

Our students had a day filled with insight and inspiration as they learned from talented professionals right here in our community. Hearing firsthand about different career paths, experiences, and advice for the future made a meaningful impact on our students.

Thank you to the following individuals for making the day so special:
Jonah Kurth | Structural Engineer with Structural Technologies
Charles Hamlyn | Judge with the 13th Judicial Circuit Court
Rachel White | Freelance Travel Writer
Jason Kimbrough | District Conservationist with the US Department of Agriculture
Ashley Maxbauer | Nurse with Munson Medical Center
Joe Bennett | Lineman with Cherryland Electric Cooperative
Caitlyn Menhart | Nurse with Munson Medical Center
Alisha Baker | Nurse with Munson Medical Center
Tony Posey | Operations Chief for Grand Traverse Metro Fire Department
Amber Frazier | Interior Designer at Karina K Studio
Katelyn Hagood | Dentist with Third Coast Dental Group in Frankfort
Doug Baumann | Detective Sergeant at the Michigan State Police

25 days ago, Traverse City West Middle School

Picture of career day speakers giving presentations to classrooms of students.

Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day today, Thursday, March 12. 🔔

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.

25 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

Reminder: TCAPS has an early release day on Thursday, March 12. 🔔

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.

27 days ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools

We are thrilled to celebrate 14 Titan Stars who were nominated by their science teachers for going above and beyond to Walk the Path of a Titan! These students consistently demonstrate curiosity, perseverance and a commitment to excellence both in and out of the classroom. Their dedication to learning and their positive impact on those around them truly make them shine. We are so proud of these students and incredibly thankful to have them as part of our Titan community.

Congratulations to Penelope Barrett, Emerson Bernard, Tristen Brackett, Wesley Charnes, Nicolas Clisso, Marcello Gubbini, Elodie McGill, Hayden Pheasant, Musaver Qayumi, Adalynn Schopieray, Nolan Sevenski, Lana Williams, Owen Williams, and Renna Wolf.

27 days ago, Traverse City West Middle School

This week, we are excited to highlight Elena, one of our outstanding 7th graders here at West Middle School.

Elena loves being part of the WMS community because of the people and the many friendships she has built along the way. Her favorite class is Choir, where she has truly found her voice. One of her teachers shared, “Elena is a star singer in Choir! She consistently leads by example with enthusiasm and hard work.”

Outside the classroom, Elena stays very active, proudly representing the Titans in volleyball, tennis, and cheer. She also has a unique talent: she can solve a 12-sided Rubik’s Cube at an impressive speed.

Her teachers consistently describe her as kind, hardworking, and respectful. As one teacher put it, “Elena is a cheerful, friendly student who is always willing to lend a hand. She walks the path of a Titan by being a good friend and respectful to everyone.”

Elena’s goal this year is to earn a 4.0 GPA, and with her dedication and positive attitude, we know she will continue to accomplish great things. We are proud to have Elena as part of our Titan community.

about 1 month ago, TC West Middle School

Elena Tamlyn standing to the right of the Titan shield

Ms. Babiasz, Dr. Witt and Mr. Dedenbach's students put their thoughtful engagement and learning on display as they discussed The Diary of Anne Frank and The Boys Who Challenged Hitler. Using an inside- outside circle format, students engaged in quick, focused conversations around discussion prompts and then reflected by summarizing their thinking.. It was wonderful to see such thoughtful engagement and learning taking place!

about 1 month ago, Traverse City West Middle School

Students seated facing one another in desks to form a large rectangle in a classroom. Ms. Babiasz is standing toward the back of the rectangle

Congratulations to WMS 8th Grader, Kavontaye Matthews, who is a recent recipient of a Titan Ticket for his hard work in Mr. Klopcic’s science class.

Kavontaye’s favorite class at WMS is Choir with Mr. Dee. He says that it is a fun experience, namely that the students get to travel and sing.

Kavontaye’s favorite memory at WMS has been meeting all of his friends for the first time, and strengthening those friendships.

Outside of school, Kavontaye enjoys hanging out with family and friends, as well as playing video games.

Kavontaye would like to give a shout out to Mr. Dee and Mr. Mattson because they are ‘cool’ and they help him with a lot of things. Kavontaye (pictured Left) would also like to recognize his friend, Trevor Curtiss (pictured Right), because Trevor helps Kavontaye a lot and they’ve been friends since 6th Grade. Kavontaye also gives a shout out to his Mom and Dad for being his biggest supporters!

Way to go, Kavontaye! We are proud that you are a Titan!

about 1 month ago, Traverse City West Middle School

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