Please enjoy the June 2021 edition of TCAPS’ district newsletter, Our Community. Learn more about summer opportunities, student achievement highlights, 2021-2022 school year information and more.

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is pleased to announce that it is celebrating its 2021 retirees with a special video ceremony recognizing the impact these 45 employees have had on the children of the Traverse City area.

TCAPS is pleased to announce the continuation of its free bulk meal distribution service through the summer months. No cost meals are available to all children 18 or younger (or adults with disabilities under 26). The district will operate two meal pickup distribution sites as well as a meal delivery service option for families who are unable to utilize the in-person pickup option.

TCAPS offers many exciting summer learning and camp opportunities for children of all ages including Summer Explorers Clubs, Summer Academy, and multiple athletic and music camps. All programs are available to children living in the Traverse area region as well as those visiting the area for the summer. Learn more at: www.tcaps.net/summerprograms.

The final opportunity for community members to attend virtual "office hours" with Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Superintendent, Dr. John VanWagoner, for this school year is on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 8:30 a.m.

TCAPS'  2020/2021 District Art Show is up and ready to view online at: tcapsk12artshow.weebly.com. Individual classroom galleries are on display and the artworks featured on the home page of the show’s website were chosen by teachers as exemplary representations of creative thought and expression and are considered to be “Best in Show.”

Please join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of our students and schools that are highlighted in the May 2021 edition of Our Community, TCAPS’ district newsletter. Read on to learn more about upcoming events, school happenings, and more. 

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.