Courtade Elementary School

On Friday, May 7, 2021, the Grand Traverse County Health Department (GTCHD) announced a reduction to the required quarantine period from 14 days to 10 days for individuals who have been identified as a close contact of a COVID-19 positive case and are asymptomatic.

Read the April 2021 edition of the district’s newsletter, Our Community, to learn more about upcoming staff appreciation efforts, student recognitions, and information regarding school and district events.

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is aware of a very serious and inappropriate incident related to high school student behavior on social media. A snapchat termed “slave trade” similar to those being shared in other states have been duplicated in the region. TCAPS students appropriately reported the snapchat to school officials who immediately began an investigation into the matter. The school district continues to thoroughly follow its investigative and disciplinary procedures and responsibilities, including any requirements under Board policy and Title IX.