Long Lake Newsletter

Dear Families,

We look forward to connecting during our Winter 2026 Parent Teacher Conferences which will be held on March 3rd, 5th and 11th. Please use SignUpGenius to schedule a time to meet with your child's teacher. You can sign up for conference times here. Parents can request any format (virtual or in person) on any of the evenings. Virtual links can be found here. We ask that dual households schedule one conference for their child. This helps everyone to be on the same page to support the student’s learning, it also allows the teacher to have enough time slots for all of the students in their class. Resource Room and Intervention Teachers will join student's homeroom teacher times. If you experience problems signing up, feel free to contact our office at 231-933-7800 or your child's teacher. We look forward to connecting to share all of the progress your child has made this year!

Conference Meal Sign Up: Please help consider providing a meal for our AMAZING LL staff during conferences. Click on the link below for opportunities:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAC29A0FBCF8-61638789-confrence

Hoping you had a nice weekend!

Warmly,

Kate Burwinkel

Long Lake Elementary Principal

OUR BOOKFAIR IS ALMOST HERE: We are excited to announce our upcoming Book Fair! Artemis Books will be hosting our book fair in the school library March 3rd-5th. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to discover new books and support our school library at the same time. Students can create wishlists and shop during their library time, and families are invited to join us after school on Tuesday and Thursday during conference times!

Book Fair open hours-
Tuesday, March 3rd: 8:50am-8pm
Wednesday, March 4th: 8:50am- 4:10pm

MUSIC INFORMANCES: Several grade levels are participating in Music Informances this week. They occur duing K-2 regularly scheduled music times. This performances this week are:

March 2nd: 2nd Ms. Casey McKenzie's Class 9:10-9:40

March 2nd: 1st Mrs. Kroese's Class 2:45-3:15

March 3rd: 2nd Ms. Guggemos' Class 2:05-2:35

March 3rd: Kindergarten Mrs. DeLonge's Class 2:45-3:15

March 3rd: Kindergarten Mrs. McCall's Class 3:20-3:50

Ms. Richardson's, Ms. Schluntz' and Ms. Luecke's classes will be upcoming! Dates coming soon!

SCHOOL YEARBOOKS: Yearbooks are available to purchase online and the deadline to order is April 17, 2026. To order, visit the following website: www.ybpay.lifetouch.com. You will need the Long Lake yearbook ID Code which is 15170526. The cost is $12 per yearbook. We do have funds available to help families in need. If your family would benefit from a scholarship for a yearbook, please complete this form or contact the school office to let us know.

HOUSE ASSEMBLY: Our next House Assembly is Friday, March 20th @ 9:30 a.m. Families are welcome to join us and be a part of this celebration! Just sign in at the office upon arrival. We will highlight one student per class and recognize classes for attendance and for following our lifelong guidelines!

POPCORN POPPERS: PTO is happy to provide the entire school popcorn once a month and volunteers are needed. Bring the kids with you for extra helping hands and it is a fun way to meet new friends! Below is the sign up genius to help pop popcorn for students. Please consider helping out. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAC29A0FBCF8-58294686-popcorn

CRAFT SHOW COMMITTEE: The PTO is looking for anyone who may be interested in joining a new committee to help coordinate our annual Craft Show in future years. This committee would be responsible for managing vendors, marketing/announcements, event setup and more. Please email longlakepto1@gmail.com for more information. All candidates will be considered at a future PTO meeting

PRINCESS DANCE: Join us for "A Knight to Remember" on Saturday, March 7th from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. in the Long Lake Elementary gym. Cost will be $20 for a couple and $25 for a family. See link below for sign-up opportunities!

Snack Donations: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAC29A0FBCF8-55123530-princess

Volunteering opportunities: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAC29A0FBCF8-61490486-princess

Conference Meal Sign Up: Please help consider providing a meal for our AMAZING LL staff during conferences. Click on the link below for opportunities:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAC29A0FBCF8-61638789-confrence

Connect with the TCAPS Board Join us for TCAPS Board Community Connections, an informal space for families and community members to discuss district-wide updates and TCAPS policy. To facilitate personal dialogue, one board member will host each month’s session.

Featured Trustee: Sara Bageris (WSH) & Josey Ballenger (CHS)

Date & Time: March 5, 2026, 5:30pm-6:30pm

Location: West Senior High (WSH), 5376 North Long Lake Road & Central High School (CHS), 1150 Milliken Drive Traverse City

Note: For specific building-level or student concerns, please contact your school principal first for the most direct assistance.

Superintendent Office Hours: Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Superintendent, Dr. John VanWagoner, will have monthly “office hours”, alternating each month between in person and virtual meetings. This month with be on March 10, 2026 and will be Virtual office hours will be held via Google Meet and can be accessed here or by calling +1 475-549-0438‬ and entering PIN: ‪961 104 679‬#. All meetings begin at 5:00 pm.