This week, photography students took the theme "Out of Place" and ran straight into a surreal world. By combining compositions with advanced editing techniques, they created these mind-bending images. Congratulations to Lydia Johnson, Huxley Tackett, Maya Dorman, Josslyn Kochis, Ali Sevenski, Quinn Kelloff, Clara Begala, Jack Williams, Aliya Soper, Brendan Bzdok, Piper Martin, Madalyn Henfling, Aiden Wolf, Mia Mason, Cole Widrig, Jackie Murdock, Emmy Rausch, Ayla Brantley, and Daxton Clay
Hosted by the generosity of China Fair, WMS ESL students and their NJHS tutors joined together to celebrate a year filled with food, fun, and friendship! 8th graders were honored for their contributions and each of them received a hand painted canvas crafted by younger classmates. It was a special day full of the beauty of community created by our Titans!
Today we celebrate our Titan Stars who were recognized by our staff for going above and beyond in our school community! These students consistently demonstrate kindness, leadership, responsibility and positivity in the classroom and beyond. Whether they are helping others, showing perseverance, or making WMS a better place each day, they represent what it means to be a Titan. We are proud of each and every one of them and love having them as part of our Titan family!
Congratulations to Maggie Freeborn, Alexis Blue, Chloe Beeler, Keegan Drow, Aidan Peplinski, Charis Lindstrom, Eli Howe, Emmy Key, Tanner Stephens, Issac Strong, Dominic Durga, Ava Lopez, Claire Murphey!
Congratulations to Maggie Freeborn, Alexis Blue, Chloe Beeler, Keegan Drow, Aidan Peplinski, Charis Lindstrom, Eli Howe, Emmy Key, Tanner Stephens, Issac Strong, Dominic Durga, Ava Lopez, Claire Murphey!
Reminder: There is no school today, Monday, May 25.
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 25, 2026. Enjoy the long weekend!
Celebrating Excellence at West Middle School 🏆✨
Huge congratulations to Principal Kristin Stuedemann for being named one of the region's Top 10 Outstanding Educators for 2026!
Kristin is one of five TCAPS staff members selected by Northwest Education Services as a top 10 educator in the region. This prestigious recognition highlights her dedicated leadership and her commitment to fostering a positive and successful environment for our students and staff.
We look forward to further celebration at the Outstanding Educator Awards ceremony on Wednesday, June 4, at the City Opera House.
Congratulations, Principal Stuedemann! 👏
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
WMS Robotics Team Informational Meeting
Learn more about the TC Titans' middle school robotics team (for rising 7th & 8th grade students)
Thursday, May 14th at 6PM in the WMS Library
No experience is required to participate in the season that runs September through mid-December
Learn more about the TC Titans' middle school robotics team (for rising 7th & 8th grade students)
Thursday, May 14th at 6PM in the WMS Library
No experience is required to participate in the season that runs September through mid-December
Hello 7th-grade families! It is already time to start planning for next year’s 8th-grade trip to Washington, D.C. Mr. Mangan is hosting an informational meeting to go over costs and travel details.
Meeting Info
Date: Wednesday, May 13
Location: WMS Library
Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
Registration Discounts
We have two ways for you to save on the trip cost if you're ready to plan ahead:
Early Bird Pricing: Available to anyone who signs up by mid-June.
Meeting Bonus: If you attend this meeting and register within 7 days, you will receive an additional $100 off your total. Even if you already signed up!
Please contact Mr. Mangan at manganpa@tcapsstudent.net if you have any questions.
Meeting Info
Date: Wednesday, May 13
Location: WMS Library
Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
Registration Discounts
We have two ways for you to save on the trip cost if you're ready to plan ahead:
Early Bird Pricing: Available to anyone who signs up by mid-June.
Meeting Bonus: If you attend this meeting and register within 7 days, you will receive an additional $100 off your total. Even if you already signed up!
Please contact Mr. Mangan at manganpa@tcapsstudent.net if you have any questions.
We are incredibly proud of all of our NHD regional finalists who participated in Michigan History Day out in Saginaw this past Saturday. The following students made the trek out and should be very proud of their work (which stood alongside hundreds of kids from all over the state): Charlotte Heydlauff, Tobias Olstad-Simmons, Fiona Kurth, Hallie Walski, Mark Worm, Camillya Miller and Siella Steele.
We are pleased to announce that Siella Steele was nominated National Alternate and Cami Miller received an award for "Best Use of Economic History or Impact."
Congratulations to our students and thank you to our staff who made this event possible!
We are pleased to announce that Siella Steele was nominated National Alternate and Cami Miller received an award for "Best Use of Economic History or Impact."
Congratulations to our students and thank you to our staff who made this event possible!
The TCAPS Art Show is here, and it’s truly something special. Our WMS student artwork looks absolutely incredible and the setting at the Commons couldn’t be better. It’s one of those events that just feels like Traverse City at its best- creative, vibrant, and full of talent. Do yourself a favor and check it out this weekend- you won’t be disappointed!
TCAPS Art Show
The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
April 23 – May 7, 2026
Free and open to the public
Bring your family, invite a friend and come celebrate the amazing work of our students under the guidance of our talented art educators.
TCAPS Art Show
The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
April 23 – May 7, 2026
Free and open to the public
Bring your family, invite a friend and come celebrate the amazing work of our students under the guidance of our talented art educators.
Let our amazing kitchen staff take something off your plate- while they put something delicious on your child’s!
Free breakfast and lunch are available every day at WMS, making it easy for students to fuel up and stay focused for a great day of learning.
Encourage your child to start their day with a healthy breakfast and enjoy a nutritious lunch with us. We’ve got them (and you) covered!
Free breakfast and lunch are available every day at WMS, making it easy for students to fuel up and stay focused for a great day of learning.
Encourage your child to start their day with a healthy breakfast and enjoy a nutritious lunch with us. We’ve got them (and you) covered!
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.
We are thrilled to welcome a team of Mentor Tutors to WMS who also proudly serve in the Coast Guard! Our tutors will be here every Thursday, offering academic support, helping students stay organized, and- most importantly- building meaningful connections as caring adult mentors.
If you’re interested in having your child participate, please reach out to your child’s grade-level counselor for more information. We’re excited for this incredible opportunity for our students!
If you’re interested in having your child participate, please reach out to your child’s grade-level counselor for more information. We’re excited for this incredible opportunity for our students!
This morning, the sky put on an incredible show at WMS and we couldn’t imagine a better way to welcome our amazing students back for the day. Here’s to fresh starts, positive energy and more great days of learning together.
We’re so glad you’re here, Titans!
We’re so glad you’re here, Titans!
West Middle School is excited to partner with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s national giving program, Movers for Moms. This program is all about assisting moms in need. West Middle School is a collection location and the donations will be delivered to women’s and family shelters this spring. The goods drive will run through May 9. This is our 2nd year hosting a collection location.
They need personal care items such as:
Diapers and wipes
School supplies
Toilet paper
Shampoo/conditioner
Deodorant
Hair brushes/combs
Body wash/soap
Lotion
They need personal care items such as:
Diapers and wipes
School supplies
Toilet paper
Shampoo/conditioner
Deodorant
Hair brushes/combs
Body wash/soap
Lotion
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!
