WE ARE PROUD. Congratulations to our Students of the Week! We also had a little House Buddy time this morning too!
WE ARE PROUD! Congratulations to Lilliana, our December Student of the Month, here at TH! Thank you to our friends at TCC for hosting and recognizing her amazing accomplishment too!
WE ARE FUN. Mrs. Sonnemann-Grams' class shared their "pitch" for best invention today - way to shine bright Roadrunners!
Word Power at TCAPS!
Did you know a strong vocabulary is a top predictor of reading success? At TCAPS, our CKLA curriculum builds "word power" from Kindergarten through 5th grade by immersing students in exciting, real-world topics. It’s not just about knowing a word; it’s about understanding it deeply and being able to use it!
Here is a look at the vocabulary our students are mastering:
Kindergarten: Building the Foundation In K, we introduce fascinating topics like "Farms," "Seasons and Weather," and "Colonial America" through captivating read-alouds. Your child is learning words like: harvest, migration, and colony! 📚
1st Grade: Expanding Horizons First graders delve into domains like "The Human Body," "Fairy Tales," and "A New Nation." They're learning words like circulation, heroic, and independence! 🌳
2nd Grade: Digging Deeper In second grade, topics like "Ancient Greek Civilization," "The War of 1812," and "Ecology" bring more complex vocabulary into play- such as democracy, conflict, and biodiversity. 🔍
3rd Grade: Bridging Listening to Reading Now, students are reading more independently, and CKLA helps them tackle more sophisticated texts in units like "The Ancient Roman Empire," "Astronomy," and "Immigration." They learn words like emperor, celestial, and immigrant. 🏰
4th Grade: Mastering Academic Language Fourth grade dives into subjects like "Early American Civilizations," "Geology," and "The American Revolution." Vocabulary becomes even more crucial for academic success. Words such as Mesoamerica, erosion, and patriot. 🌎
5th Grade: Preparing for Middle School In their final elementary year, students engage with challenging topics like "The Renaissance," "The Civil War," and "Human Anatomy and Physiology." Students learn words like patron, secede and skeletal. 🚀
From their first day to their elementary graduation, we are empowering TCAPS students to own their language!
Did you know a strong vocabulary is a top predictor of reading success? At TCAPS, our CKLA curriculum builds "word power" from Kindergarten through 5th grade by immersing students in exciting, real-world topics. It’s not just about knowing a word; it’s about understanding it deeply and being able to use it!
Here is a look at the vocabulary our students are mastering:
Kindergarten: Building the Foundation In K, we introduce fascinating topics like "Farms," "Seasons and Weather," and "Colonial America" through captivating read-alouds. Your child is learning words like: harvest, migration, and colony! 📚
1st Grade: Expanding Horizons First graders delve into domains like "The Human Body," "Fairy Tales," and "A New Nation." They're learning words like circulation, heroic, and independence! 🌳
2nd Grade: Digging Deeper In second grade, topics like "Ancient Greek Civilization," "The War of 1812," and "Ecology" bring more complex vocabulary into play- such as democracy, conflict, and biodiversity. 🔍
3rd Grade: Bridging Listening to Reading Now, students are reading more independently, and CKLA helps them tackle more sophisticated texts in units like "The Ancient Roman Empire," "Astronomy," and "Immigration." They learn words like emperor, celestial, and immigrant. 🏰
4th Grade: Mastering Academic Language Fourth grade dives into subjects like "Early American Civilizations," "Geology," and "The American Revolution." Vocabulary becomes even more crucial for academic success. Words such as Mesoamerica, erosion, and patriot. 🌎
5th Grade: Preparing for Middle School In their final elementary year, students engage with challenging topics like "The Renaissance," "The Civil War," and "Human Anatomy and Physiology." Students learn words like patron, secede and skeletal. 🚀
From their first day to their elementary graduation, we are empowering TCAPS students to own their language!
SCHOOL IS CLOSED: All TCAPS schools are closed today, Wednesday, January 14, 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.
WE ARE EXEMPLARY. If you haven't seen our student work showcase, be sure to stop by for a look after our next House Assembly!
🧠 Challenge Your Student: Explore the TCAPS Talented and Gifted Program Program!
The Talented and Gifted Program offers 4th graders accelerated learning with less repetition, focusing on growth mindset and challenging projects. Give your student the opportunity to learn in this unique environment.
Qualification testing (CogAT) is optional for all interested 3rd graders.
Register by January 21, 2026! Learn more at www.tcaps.net/TAG.
The Talented and Gifted Program offers 4th graders accelerated learning with less repetition, focusing on growth mindset and challenging projects. Give your student the opportunity to learn in this unique environment.
Qualification testing (CogAT) is optional for all interested 3rd graders.
Register by January 21, 2026! Learn more at www.tcaps.net/TAG.
WE ARE ATHLETIC. Nothing like hockey day in PE - you know Mr. Kay had to give it a try!
WE ARE FUN. Jump rope day is always a fun day in PE!
Hello Roadrunner Families,
A scheduling note: the PTO meeting scheduled for tonight (1-12-26) is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30-6:30 PM.
Go Roadrunners!
Mr. Kay
A scheduling note: the PTO meeting scheduled for tonight (1-12-26) is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30-6:30 PM.
Go Roadrunners!
Mr. Kay
WE ARE ONE. Happy Monday, Roadrunners!
WE ARE ONE. Welcome home, Roadrunners!
Roadrunner Families -
We had a great first week back! Here is your latest Roadrunner Newsletter -
https://secure.smore.com/n/n6qts
Go Roadrunners -
Mr. Kay
We had a great first week back! Here is your latest Roadrunner Newsletter -
https://secure.smore.com/n/n6qts
Go Roadrunners -
Mr. Kay
WE ARE PROUD. Congratulations to our Students of the Month in December and House Superior for earning the right to be our House of the Month!
WE ARE WISE. Roadrunners in Ms. Varnum's kindergarten class were working on retelling a story they read about pets during their CKLA block today!
WE ARE FUN. Our Eureka Inventors CKLA Unit began today in Mrs. Sonnemann-Grams' and Mrs. Mullen's classrooms today - what a great way to start off the new year!
WE ARE FUN. It was great to have every Roadrunner back today. We hope you all had a wonderful ❄️ break!
WE ARE BACK! Welcome back to school, Roadrunners we are so happy to see you in 2026.
🔔 Reminder: No School Dec 22 - Jan 2.
Enjoy the winter break! All TCAPS school offices and the TCAPS Administration Building at Glenn Loomis will be closed during this time.
Buildings and classes will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
🔔 Reminder: No School Dec 22 - Jan 2.
Enjoy the winter break! All TCAPS school offices and the TCAPS Administration Building at Glenn Loomis will be closed during this time.
Buildings and classes will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
View the academic calendar here: https://5il.co/3jfx6
