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When We Listen, We Learn: The Power of Student Voice in School Decisions
I appreciate that we’re revisiting the HVAC recommendation after the boiler option was approved in February*. Also grateful for the student leaders who helped bring electrification into this conversation. Their advocacy** led us to learn more about the opportunities and tradeoffs involved – a great example of students having a meaningful voice in issues that…
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How Michigan’s New School Aid Budget Supports Our 2030 Vision
One of the most important responsibilities of our school board is understanding how decisions made in Lansing affect our kids here in Traverse City. I recently watched a helpful update from the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) breaking down Michigan’s 2026/27 School Aid Budget*. A few things stood out to me: • A record…
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Measuring What Matters: A First Look at TCAPS’ Progress Toward the 2030 Vision
One of the commitments we made in our new 2030 Vision* was to measure what matters—and to share our progress along the way. At yesterday’s Curriculum Committee meeting, we reviewed our latest elementary reading and math outcomes using the NWEA, our district’s benchmark assessment. Unlike the state assessment (M-STEP), which won’t be publicly released until…
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More Than Buildings: Investing in Student Success
Appreciate the Traverse City Record-Eagle for its coverage of the significant construction work happening across our district this summer. These projects are substantial. From major district-wide energy efficiency upgrades to the Central Grade School relocation and renovation work to ongoing traffic and safety improvements at West Senior High. They reflect long-term investments in the spaces…
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Community Partnerships: Creating the Conditions for Student Success
One of the things I appreciate most about our community is the way organizations come together to support our children and families. This week, the Father Fred Foundation kicked off its BOOST and SHINE summer food programs, helping ensure that students continue to have access to food and basic necessities when school is out. I’m…
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