The Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Board of Education announced leadership updates following its recent meeting. Former Board Treasurer Scott Hardy was appointed Board Vice President, and Trustee Ty Schmidt was appointed Board Treasurer.
Additionally, following the resignation of Board Member Scott Newman-Bale on July 30, the Board is accepting applications from community members interested in filling the interim vacancy. The candidate selected will serve a term beginning August 24, 2026, and running through December 31, 2028.
"We want to thank Scott Newman-Bale for his dedicated service to our students and community," said Erica Moon Mohr, TCAPS Board President. "Serving on the Board of Education is a rewarding opportunity to help guide our district, and we encourage community-minded residents who are passionate about public education to apply."
Applicant Qualifications
Candidates must be registered voters in the TCAPS district, at least 18 years of age, U.S. citizens, residents of Michigan for at least 30 days, and residents of the TCAPS district for at least 30 days prior to appointment. Property ownership is not required.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a packet including a letter of interest, resume, contact information, and completed responses to the board candidate questionnaire, available online at qr.tcaps.net/boardvacancy.
All application materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Submissions may be delivered via:
Email: Tammy Brunan at brunanta@tcaps.net (Attn: Erica Moon Mohr, Board President)
Mail: Erica Moon Mohr, Board President, c/o Tammy Brunan, PO Box 232, Traverse City, MI 49685
Selection & Appointment
The Board of Education will review applications, deliberate, and vote to appoint the interim board member during a public Board Study Session:
Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: TCAPS Montessori School Cafeteria, 4053 Franke Road, Traverse City, MI 49684
For more information regarding board governance and applicant expectations, please visit www.tcaps.net/board and view the "Interested in Becoming a Board Member" section.