Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS)

08/31/2026

TCAPS Board Community Connections 🤝

We invite you to join us for an informal conversation regarding district-wide updates and TCAPS policy. These sessions offer a dedicated space for families and community members to engage in open dialogue and strengthen our partnership.

Featured Trustee: Trustee Hardy
Date/Time: September 1, 2026 at 4:00–5:00 PM
Location: TCAPS Montessori, 4053 Franke Road, Traverse City

We look forward to connecting with you and working together for our students.

08/27/2026

The August 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://qr.tcaps.net/AugDistrictNews26

Desktop & Print Version: https://aptg.co/NH2QmD

08/25/2026

Mark your calendars, TCAPS families! 🗓️

The first day of school is Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Full schedules and back to school details are available at www.tcaps.net. We can't wait to welcome everyone back! 🎒

08/24/2026

TCAPS Board of Education Appoints Matthew Schmidt to Fill Interim Board Vacancy

During tonight’s public Board Study Session, the Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Board o...

08/24/2026

Welcome to TCAPS! 💙

This morning we spent time welcoming our new staff members to the district. We are excited to have these talented individuals join our TCAPS community and look forward to the positive impact they will bring to our schools! 🍎

Preparing for a new school year takes incredible behind-the-scenes work, and we want to share a special thank you to our Human Resources department. They worked hard all year processing applications, coordinating interviews, and organizing onboarding. We are so grateful for everything they do. ✨

08/24/2026

Reminder: The TCAPS Board of Education will hold a Board Study Session today at 5:00 p.m. Join us in person at TCAPS Montessori School (4053 Franke Rd, Traverse City).

Due to current road construction on Franke Rd, we are encouraging attendees to park at the WMS athletic fields and use the walkway to access the school.

Find out more at www.tcaps.net/board.

08/23/2026

TCAPS Board Community Connections 🤝

We invite you to join us for an informal conversation regarding district-wide updates and TCAPS policy. These sessions offer a dedicated space for families and community members to engage in open dialogue and strengthen our partnership.

Featured Trustee: Trustee Pack
Date/Time: August 26, 2026 at 4:00–5:00 PM
Location: East Middle School, 1776 N. Three Mile Road, Traverse City 49696

We look forward to connecting with you and working together for our students.

08/21/2026

: As students head back to school, many families will be sharing first-day photos online. Before posting, take a moment to protect your child’s privacy by avoiding personal details such as:

• School names or locations
• Grade level or age
• Teacher or classroom information
• Physical descriptions such as height or weight
• Other identifying details that could be used to answer security questions or reveal personal information

08/20/2026

Preparing for a Great School Year 🏫

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, our administrative assistants met today for a day of professional learning and connection.

These dedicated staff members operate our main offices every day, serving as a vital support system for our teachers, students, and school families. We are so grateful for everything they do behind the scenes as we look forward to a fantastic year ahead! ✨