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WE ARE LEADERS. Our student of the month in May, Luna, served as principal for the day today!
5 months ago, Bryan Kay
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WE ARE AMAZING. 2nd round of the Amazing Shake kicked off this morning with a walking field trip to Family Fare and a team effort to make a special treat for staff!
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WE ARE AMAZING. Congratulations to our 6 finalists of our first round of the Amazing Shake! We are so proud of you and good luck tomorrow in round two!
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WE ARE PROUD. Congratulations to Mrs. Mapes our Teacher of the Year and thank you to all our staff for a fun-filled end of the year staff meeting!
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WE ARE FUN. Field Day was a huge success! Thank you to our volunteers, staff, and students for making this day happen!
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WE ARE PROUD. Shout out to our TCC Central Grads and former Roadrunners! Congratulations!🧑‍🎓 👩‍🎓
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WE ARE ONE. Here are a few 📸 from the last few weeks!
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WE ARE AMAZING. Our 6th Annual Amazing Shake was off to a great start today! Thank you to our spectacular volunteers and 5th graders for another very special event! Round ✌️ begins Thursday.
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Roadrunner Families -

Enjoy the weekend! Here is your latest Roadrunner Newsletter -

https://secure.smore.com/n/n6qts

Go Roadrunners -

Mr. Kay
5 months ago, Traverse Heights Elementary School
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Reminder: There is no school today, Monday, May 25.

5 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
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Roadrunner Families -

Enjoy the weekend! Here is your latest Roadrunner Newsletter -

https://secure.smore.com/n/n6qts

Go Roadrunners -

Mr. Kay
5 months ago, Traverse Heights Elementary School
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Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 25, 2026. Enjoy the long weekend!
5 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
A silhouette of a person reading a book under a tree, with the text "TCAPS" above.
Roadrunner Families -

Enjoy the weekend! Here is your latest Roadrunner Newsletter -

https://secure.smore.com/n/n6qts

Go Roadrunners -

Mr. Kay
5 months ago, Traverse Heights Elementary School
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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

6 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
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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.
6 months ago, Traverse City Area Public Schools
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People standing on a ladder throwing bags of eggs into the air, while others watch from below.
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Roadrunner Families -

Enjoy the weekend! Here is your latest Roadrunner Newsletter -

https://secure.smore.com/n/n6qts

Go Roadrunners -

Mr. Kay
6 months ago, Traverse Heights Elementary School
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WE ARE ONE. Congratulations to our Students of the Week!
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WE ARE PROUD. Shout out to our Student of the Month in April, Taliya, and our TCC Trojan Girls Soccer Team for celebrating her at their soccer game this evening!
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Tomorrow is Pajama Day for our Roadrunners in recognition of our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grader's efforts on the MSTEP this month. We are so proud of them and all they continue to accomplish! Students and staff may dress in their comfy and cozy PJ's tomorrow on Friday, May 8th.

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WE ARE ONE. We had a special guest visit our Wheel Spin, State Representative Roth, today! Thank you for joining us, cheering us on, and learning more about our Roadrunner family!
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