About TCAPS

Mission

TCAPS educates, inspires, and supports all learners to maximize individual excellence and success.

Vision

An educational community providing opportunities and resources to relentlessly support all learners in achieving their full potential.

Values

  • Students First
  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Inclusive
  • Success for All
  • Leadership
  • Community

TCAPS C.O.M.P.A.S.S. Strategic Plan

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is the largest district in northwestern Michigan and offers the area’s widest variety of high quality academic and extracurricular programs. TCAPS is home to 11 elementary schools, two middle schools, three high schools and a variety of preschool classrooms.

About the District

  • Nearly 9,000 Students
  • 300 Sq. Mile Boundary Area
  • 16 Schools, 4 Support Buildings
  • 2,000,000 Sq. Ft. Space
  • Over $110 Million Budget
  • $370 Million in Assets
  • Millage Rate 3.1 Mills (state average is 5.1 mills)
  • Area’s 2nd Largest Employer

TCAPS Why Education Video


Great Community, Great Schools

TCAPS’ core curriculum conforms to state guidelines and prepares students to lead successful and fulfilling lives in a rapidly changing and cultural and technological environment. Elementary curriculum focuses on achieving core content expectations and balanced literacy and aligns with Michigan Grade Level Expectations. The secondary curriculum aligns with the Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation guidelines.

Our district goals enhance TCAPS as a destination district. We strive to provide the strongest academic and extracurricular programming. We promise an outstanding learning experience for your child as well as a safe, friendly, and well-equipped environment to nurture your child’s social and academic growth.

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