I would like to take the time to send out a dedication and thank you to an amazing TCAPS teacher who lost her battle with Metastatic Breast Cancer earlier this year. Mrs. Dungjen was similar to the above teachers mentioned. - The Murphy Family, (Mother Earth is how she is referred to in our house) has been everything as a first grade teacher to our son. She, along with Ms. Clark and Ms. Cindy, make learning so fun and it is incredibly comforting to know that my children start their school experience LOVING every part of it. She is always ready with a smile for everyone. Sarah Gano, We want to give a big shout out to the staff at TCAPS Montessori, especially Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Tomlinson, Mrs. Girard and Mrs. Stocknik. - Scott and Bobbie Hart, I just want to thank EVERYONE at Cherry Knoll Elementary. In other words, this year we have seen her grow and blossom extensively in her reading and writing. You rock! He made it his mission to reach out to our son and connect with him as well as connect our son with good resources! Everyone we encounter is devoted, caring, and loves kids. Mrs. Brunink (Central High School) you have instilled a love of psychology that is so strong she is going to major in it in college. - Judy A., TCAPS parent. Thank you Julie! She's a great listener and always willing to go the extra mile to help a kid out. Outstanding at catching snakes My daughter absolutely adores Miss Fak and she loves coming to school to be challenged every day! Your creativity in the games that you come up with make for interesting conversation on the ride home from school. These two teachers are first class educators and are strong advocates for the students they teach. From the bottom of our hearts THANK YOU! It was a big transition, with a few more transitions throughout the year with Mrs. McCall welcoming her son and they have both been so incredibly helpful and patient helping my daughter through each one. She is an excellent teacher and always updates on events and things going on at the school. She has checked in many times with her and her class, provided easy to follow directions for assignments/class online, and has made this Spring's online learning as positive as can be. Our boys just love you and your involvement in helping them love to read. Mr. Berger has shown astounding support for my son during the events of his evolving seizure disorder. My son is excited to come to school each day and has shown so much growth in his academic journey. In every position Ive held over my decades-long career, it was the kind words and support during the toughest times that helped to carry me through. She was so kind and patient with the kids and helped them learn so much while realizing they are kids and school has so much more to teach than academics. We can't thank Kelly enough for everything she does for not just Long Lake, but every school in TCAPS! Jen has helped mold many lives at Westmaking a lasting impact on students, some who didnt have another support system. The transition to home school while being an essential worker, at 45 plus hours a week since March, has not been easy, and Mr. Hayes has been more than flexible with our schedule, routine, and circumstances during this time. I want to give a huge Thank You to 5th grade teacher, We would like to show our thanks and appreciation to many of the staff members at, We would like to extend our deepest thanks and appreciation to, We would LOVE to thank our daughter's teachers, We would like to extend a huge thank you to, Our family would like to say kchii miigwech (great thanks) to, We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to, We are so grateful for the opportunity for our daughter to get to know, High fives all around to the specials' teachers at. We have some of the BEST teachers and staff. - Jim and Angie G. Our heartfelt thank you to theentire staff of Eastern ElementaryincludingMrs. Radakovich, Mrs. Ruskowski, Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Waskiewicz, Mr. Keith- You encourage, uplift, protect and teach [our son]. She is so creative with resources and is an advocate for our children at Westwoods. We'd like to say thank you to Ms. Odette's / Ms. Walston for also being a very positive influence on our son. Sixth grade is a huge leap from fifth and the methods you use we feel are phenomenal in preparing them for that jump. She even got completely enthralled in Harry Potter because of her. - The Snowday Family, Tricia Schneider (Old Mission Peninsula School) has made our final year of elementary school for our oldest son flawless. They are awesome and help each student be an amazing Eastern Star! Every day I hear how amazing Mrs. Medler is, how inspiring she is and how cool the Science that she taught today was. Liz Sievers (TCAPS Montessori at Glenn Loomis) is such an amazing coworker, she has been my mentor, teacher and friend. 206 Boardman Ave #206 is located in Downtown, Traverse City. He has been visible in the halls, cafeteria, and recess. - Janell C., WMS parent, A huge thank you to WSH mathematics teacher, Jody Thompson. You will be greatly missed and your shoes will be hard to fill. Tricia W. We would like to express our appreciation of Mrs. Mandy LaBarre. We will miss you next year! Emily U. - Kate and Andrew Parvel, My daughter has been in Mrs. Dorgans (Cherry Knoll Elementary School) class for kindergarten and first grade. I know that no matter what teacher you get, they will give you lots of knowledge for your life after Eastern Elementary. It was a needed,fun break for everyone. She goes above and beyond to let her students know they are important. Biz Ruskowski, WSH parent, I cant begin to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone at Westwoods Elementary School, from the principal down to the recess teachers, they are hands down the best educators and all around good people. - RaeAnn Fiebing, We would like to thank Jill Jenkins and Missy Waskiewicz for all they to do support the staff and students at Eastern Elementary. As a business person, Id love to see her special skillset utilized in a larger capacity possibly in terms of training other staff in explanation of math concepts, working with teens, etc. Our daughter is thrilled to start K at Eastern and her love for school has also been lovingly fostered by her pre-K teachers. Thank you! - Debby Regiani, Mrs. Heather Mathie is a Security Guard at West Senior High and prior to that, an aide at Long Lake Elementary. - The Attwood Family, We have two students at Willow Hill and we are so thankful for both of their teachers. This year, Mrs. Keske took on teaching TCAPS new young fives program and was tasked with getting over 20 students ready for kindergarten! They always push my daughter to reach her best potential. She sends me notes, emails and calls when she feels there is something that needs to be addressed. Plumyou've all been such amazing teachers, thanks for all you do! Page, Mrs. Hughes, Mr. Vance, Mr. Deyo, Mr. Dee, and Mrs. Brisbois ~ We don't have words to tell you how much our daughter has enjoyed all of you this year. - Merchant Family. View the All Employee Retirement Recognition Program here. Thank You So Much! In a crazy year of unknowns and uncertainty, you have showed up to do your best with what you were given. She is enrolled in the preschool program at Oak Park that was developed for TCAPS and TBAISD staff children. It takes a village and I am so thankful for this village of wonderful, caring, smart, and innovative women who have contributed so much in my childrens lives. By creating a positive learning environment, every student can learn, grow, and achieve. - Jen T. Six years ago, my husband and I decided to take our kids out of our school district and put them in TCAPS. I have the incredible honor of being in her classroom for the majority of each week of work. To see all the work and caring you all do just makes me happy to be part of all of it. Erin Banton was a true gem of a person and teacher. All of his teachers checked in on him and showed compassion and understanding during this difficult time. They really enjoy being able to see you and their classmates on google meets!! These two women are the heart and soul of our office and I get to work with them every day! These professionals are hardworking and goal focused individuals. For Sale. I would like to thank her, as well as Mrs. Wolf and Ms. Weston, for their work in providing online lessons to the first-graders, which I know is no easy feat. Thank you each and every one of you. - Jennifer Johnson, Wed like to add a note of appreciation for Mrs. Shannon Hall at Central Grade School! He can't wait to go back! Our oldest daughter has the pleasure of being in Mrs. Peplinski's class, she is kind and goes out of her way to make sure all feel so welcome! Last summer I was diagnosed with cancer and this school year meant I had to be out for several months due to surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Through this partnership, we are creating communities where children are safe from child sexual abuse and have every opportunity to live happy, healthy lives. Charity K. Dara Parkhurst has been the 2nd grade teacher of two of my children, at Cherry Knoll Elementary School. Our daughter has excelled in so many areas during her first grade year with Mrs. Simons. - The Frost Family, My husband and I would like to thank Central Grade School 4th Grade teacher, Mrs. Kyser, for her dedication and commitment to not only our granddaughter but her entire class. He even brings pretzel snacks for the kids sometimes. A Grateful Employee. I have spoken with many parents who feel the same way. We knew that it would take someone truly special to help her finesse these skills. Mrs. Jackson has been so kind and loving to our son. They have had a wonderful year filled with change, growth, smiles, and laughs. ! Caroline Wacker, TCAPS K-12 ELA Leader. We appreciate them! And while that might be slightly terrifying for his mother, he is pumped, ready to roll, and confident that "it will be great, mom." She always looked forward to his Friday current events discussions and looked up to him as her honor society advisor. Please enjoy and thank you for all that you do! I think the library is really at the heart of school, and Mrs Funkhauser makes hers inviting and inspiring to kids. We appreciate you both! I believe it was a blessing as she was missing her old friends and old school before this happened. Mrs. Vance was our daughters kindergarten teacher. They know the students in the building well, often offering exactly the right words of encouragement or stretch break to help them refocus. I would like to recognize Kristen Abner at Eastern Elementary for the commitment she has shown to students. Her commitment to taking care of kids with medical needs goes far above her job. She cares about every child in her wing, knows all of their names and their individual personalities and needs. Really allergic to glitter So thank you Mr. Habich! You are all outstanding, and you are truly what sets TCAPS apart. She was a little apprehensive about some subjects in the beginning of the year, but we could see her gaining more and more confidence each week as the year progressed. She brought in a paper making project for our kids to do because she knew that the class had been focusing on recycling this week. For example, she collaborated with other teachers to break the third grade students into work groups tailored to meet their needs. I am so grateful to have teachers who are willing to do this work for the ultimate benefit for our students and their achievement. The apple doesnt fall far! A little story goes a long way in brightening someones day. Tak Ready (Traverse City West Senior High School): I'm just graduating college and there aren't a whole lot of memories I still have in high school. The musicians who graduate from TCAPS are exceptional -- and that speaks to the depth of this program and the dedication of its staff. They are becoming smart, kind, and independent students thanks to Mrs. Olson and Mrs. Getchel. TC East Middle School 1776 Three Mile Road Traverse City, MI 49696 Phone: 231.933.7300 Attendance 231.933.7444 Fax: 231.933.7307 Administration Name Position Phone Marshall Perkins Principal 231.933.7304 Caron Alpers Admin. and it's been amazing to see our boys come out of their shells in their classroom. She really has gone above and beyond for our daughter this year, making sure she has all the resources she needs to have a successful year. Ms. Special thanks to Mrs. Olson, Mrs. Stricker and Mrs. Hall and Miss Kristi and Miss Barbi! Whitney W. We would like to thank the staff at Cherry Knoll Elementary. The amount of hours inside, but especially outside the classroom that these men dedicate to the students makes this music program top notch and one of the main reasons we chose TCAPS as our school of choice. Mr. Dimas is the model for Willow Hill, in consistently welcoming, and connecting with children and families! They are all truly remarkable people going above and beyond each and every day for all students. Thank you for making her feel welcome. I'm very thankful for his frequent, positive messages and the work he's doing to create a highly-functioning, positive, and exciting school environment for the kids. - Chris and Michelle C. I would like to give a huge THANK YOU toMiss Thompson. - Andy Wares, I would like to express my gratitude to Kim Dorgan, a dynamic co-worker at Cherry Knoll Elementary. Thank you! Diana Lyon-Schumacher. - The O'Brien's, Just want to give a shout out to Mrs. Ridenour at Courtade Elementary! I moved here in August from California and joined TCAPS as the ESL/ELL Coach for the district. Her concern genuine. The kindness and compassion given (her) is something I will cherish. Sandy and Dawn in the office greet me with a smile no matter how many times I call! She has not only challenged him academically but also nurtured his creativity and imagination. Our son has loved his introduction to school and enjoys Mrs. Rossan's classroom and all of the activities and projects she provides the students. The list goes on. She is a great teacher in our opinion and is working hard to get the class up to speed! She has found a way to make writing fun, instead of daunting, for our son and created a new outlet for creativity, emotional growth, and communication. I thank them both along with Central High School's entire staff for making my daughter's transition a bit easier. Janene S. The dedication and commitment of the entire staff at Blair Elementary School continues to shine as they make great strides in the service of their students. She works tirelessly to make our school a safe place to learn. I am sure this is not an easy challenge, so we sincerely appreciate the efforts of all involved. Thanks to thebus driverswho made sure to get our kids to school and back home, safely, day after day. And finally, a huge shout out to our janitorial and cafeteria staffyou truly are the unsung heroes. Sarah cares deeply for each child's social and emotional well being. She sends weekly communication to parents regarding the math schedule and she hand writes birthday cards and way to go notes to her students. My son had the same, wonderful teacher for his first and second grades at Central Grade School, he adored her and blossomed in her classroom. They have gone above and beyond their job descriptions to take care of his academic and emotional needs. Our daughter loves going school and she had made so many friends! We also want to thank Mrs. Bee for the way she has helped each of our daughters learn so many wonderful things in their first grade year. Thanks for your interest in City High Middle School, a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School! We are also want to recognize our Willow Hill Principal, Mrs. Sides-McKay. Thank you to Mr. Lesinski at Central Grade for spending time to learn new things and keeping [my younger son] engaged. Thank you, Erin! Thank you! I am so thankful that my son has Katherine Brege (Central High School) for Algebra II! - Kimberly Burke, Albert Dimas (Willow Hill Lead Custodian) is always at the ready to make a student smile. Mrs. Shelly-Barnes has him loving English class when it's usually his least favorite subject. She has been working with our daughter in private tutoring sessions over the last couple of months. Love from the Howe Family. I felt at ease discussing any concerns I had at the beginning of the year and each time I stepped foot in the office I couldn't help but notice how they radiated a sense of warmth for the students and parents who came and went. From the day we registered for school, and every day since, Ms. Liz has been there with a big hug for my daughter. I could not ask for anything better from the WHS staffwho were concerned about my future and my own success even though I didn't believe in myself. Their guidance and care, along with the support of Grey Meyer, Jane Laferriere and Lisa Burtt via the TBAISD, has helped our son make great strides this year. She is in the background at the Boardman Administration Building jumping in to help the buildings with questions on our new billing software (well new this year). -Nicole R. A high school students connection to teachers and staff extends far beyond academic instruction. Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. To my sons AP teachers (Mrs. Farmer, Mr. Ulicny, Mr. Ranke and Mr. Ready): THANK YOU for continuing to teach and mentor and give these kids a path to their future at a time when its so hard to see. We have a vast amount of appreciation and gratefulness to have their support. What? Thank you! Miss Geroux planned the entire trip, provided fundraising opportunities to assist with the costs for the trip and is currently fulfilling the second half of the arrangement where we get to host 35 French students and 4 teachers in our homes next week. -The DeMarsh Family, We transferred to Eastern this year, in search of an excellent preschool program, and we certainly hit the jackpot with Ms. Julie and Ms. Wendy! Gratitude also to Ms. Forton and Ms. Phend for handling sickness and individual needs with kindness and empathy. 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