New Message from Michele:
Calendar:
Mar 24-28: Spring Break, Campus Closed
Apr 1: Upper Elementary visits Interlochen Center for the Arts
Apr 1: Deadline for Compass Junior High 2024-25 Yearbooks and ads, email for more information
Apr 2: CHiPA meeting, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., in the Community Room or via Zoom, details here
Apr 4: Kindergarten Field Trip to Maier Ceramics
Apr 9: Planning for Summers of Growth & Joy with Michael Thompson, 7:30 p.m. on Zoom, register here
Apr 11: Upper Elementary 3D printing workshop with TCH Alumna, Maddy Duensing
Apr 11: Junior High Visiting Day, 11-12 p.m. at Park Street Campus
Apr 11: Staff Professional Day, Half Day
School closes after lunch. Carline: Nido/YCC 12:15; Primary and Elementary: 12:30; Junior High: Noon dismissal, before lunch.
Apr 14-19: Junior High Washington DC Trip as a part of their Democratic Movements Workshop
Apr 18: Lower Elementary goes to Empire Beach - Phenology Field trip
Apr 21: No school for Junior High only
Apr 25: Primary Visiting Day, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Apr 25: Talent Show, 2:00 p.m. in the Barn
May 1: May Day Celebration, 10:45 a.m., details here
May 2: Earth Day Celebrations: Junior High and 6th Years Tree Planting at Hannah Park, Upper and Lower Elementary at Boardman River Nature Center
May 5-9: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 7: CHiPA meeting, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., in the Community Room or via Zoom, details here
May 9: Friends Club closes early at 4:30
May 9: Bright Futures Gala, 6:00-10:00 p.m. at The Park Place, see below
Look further ahead…
In The Know:
We are Hiring for the Summer!
We are actively looking for classroom support for our summer YCC and Primary programs. We are open 8-4, Monday through Friday, and pay a competitive wage. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Kim Gallagher at kim@traversechildrenshouse.org. Summer positions may become year-round positions.
Grandparents and Special Friends Day Forms in Ravenna, Deadline March 21
Invitations for Grandparents and Special Friends Day will be mailed in early April. Please complete the form in Ravenna with the addresses of any family members or special friends you would like to receive an invitation. We will NOT be using submissions from previous years. Grandparents and Special Friends Day is Friday, May 23, at The Children’s House, and Thursday, May 22, at Compass Junior High.
Bright Futures Gala: Beyond Bright!
40th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser
Friday, May 9 from 6-10 p.m. at The Park Place
Attire: Black tie optional (Want to dress on theme? Be bright!)
Make it a weekend! We’ve blocked rooms at The Park Place with a special rate. Call 231-946-5000, option 0, to make your reservation using our group block code: TCH25.
Being an event sponsor is a great way to support our school and gain awareness for your business. Check out the sponsors who are leading the way! When you frequent these businesses, please thank them for supporting our school. To become a sponsor, click here.
Founders Circle Sponsor: High Street Insurance Partners
Gold Sponsors: Events North, Independent Bank, Brick & Corbett, Rehmann, Northwestern Michigan Dermatology, Mark and Karen Lundmark, Maier Ceramics, Neidorfler Group
Silver Sponsors: The Beverage Co., All Ethos, Beers & Lints Family Dentistry, Alfie, 4Front Credit Union, Suzanne & Jason Allen
Bronze Sponsors: Carlton + Company, Paige Lee Interiors, Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings, Down to Earth Landscaping, TBA Credit Union, Shugart Builders, Adventure Golf & Sports, Form Modern Pilates, Julian | Black Wealth Management, D&W Mechanical, TVC Cherry Capital Airport and National Writers Series of Traverse City
Extracurriculars:
Athletic Opportunities
Boys and Girls Track (3rd-6th*) Comets
Registration deadline: Friday, March 21
Registration: Final Forms
Registration Fee: $100
We're looking for one more coach! Fill out this form if you are willing to coach or assist.
Learn more
Community Bulletin:
Welcome to the Community Bulletin! This is your space to share activities, events, and extracurriculars that your family is involved in outside of school. To submit a message for the bulletin, email Arielle@traversechildrenshouse.org.
Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty! (Featuring two TCH graduates!) April 5 and 6 at Milliken Auditorium, Learn more
The last Open Gym is April 12! Learn more
New! LC Collective, a division of the Leelanau Conservancy, and Northern Michigan Climate Families are hosting a Hike Club event at DeYoung Natural Area, on Sunday, April 13 @ 2 pm. Learn More
New! Infant Development Playdate Wednesday, April 16 at Sweet Pea, facilitated by Jenn Carrier FNP-C, CLC, and Dr. Jessica Smith PT, DPT. Learn more
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