Long Lake Newsletter
11.8.26 LL News: Conference, Veterans Celebration, & Craft Fair
Dear Long Lake Families,
Our Parent Teacher Conferences are on November 10th and 12th. You can sign up for conference times here. Virtual links can be found here. Our amazing PTO organizes meals for our teachers during Conference Nights Conferences are long days for our amazing LL staff. Please consider helping fuel them through conference nights! Conference Meal Donations
Veterans Assembly November 10th: We invite all Veterans and Active Duty Military to join us for our annual Veterans Assembly (in honor of Veterans Day) this Tuesday, November 10th @ 9:30 AM. Know a Veteran who would be interested in joining us for this honorary celebration? Please invite anyone who may be interested!
The Artemis Book Fair is coming this week too! We are excited to bring lots of wonderful books and new reading adventures to our students!
The Book Fair Hours:
Tuesday 11/10: 8:50 AM–4:10 PM and 5:00–8:00 PM (During Parent-Teacher Conferences)
Wednesday 11/11: 8:50 AM–4:10 PM
Thursday 11/12: 8:50 AM–4:10 PM and 5:00–8:00 PM (During Parent- Teacher Conferences)
A few reminders for families:
Students will have an opportunity to create wishlists during their scheduled library time.
Families are welcome to send cash with students or families may make purchases using cash, card, or check during parent-teacher conferences.
Annual Long Lake Craft Fair is this Saturday, November 14th: Please join us this Saturday November 14th from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Get a head start on your holiday shopping! This is a signature event at Long Lake! We have tons of craft venders, a bake sale, coffee, and lunch! The funds raised for the bake sale, lunch and coffee help provide funds for future field trips!
We look forward to seeing you on campus this week!
Kate Burwinkel
Long Lake Elementary Principal
Photo Highlights
Other Panther News
Mobile Health Clinic @ Long Lake Elementary On November 19th!
We are excited to share that the TCAPS Mobile Health Clinic will be visiting Long Lake Elementary on November 19th from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.! In partnership with Northwest Michigan Health Services Inc. (NMHSI), this "Curbside Care" Center provides convenient and affordable primary care and behavioral health services to TCAPS students. Whether serving as your child’s sole primary care provider or as supplemental care for urgent needs and injuries, they can help reduce transportation barriers and ensure every student has access to supports they need.
Services Provided
- Medical & Clinical Care: Basic well-child visits, sick visits, basic vision and hearing screenings, medication reviews, and referrals to dental and vision services.
- Behavioral & Specialized Care: Behavioral health supports and services.
- Community & Family Support: Care coordination and community referrals.
- Language Support: Spanish-speaking staff members are available on site.
How to Access Care
To schedule an appointment on November 19th, please call 231-642-5291. More information can also be found at https://www.tcaps.net/page/student-health-center
House Updates
House Assembly: Families are invited to join our House Assembly on Friday November 20th at 9:20 a.m. We will share in community and build house spirit!
PTO Updates
Long Lake's Craft Fair
Please join us on Saturday November 14th from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Every room will have vendors. You will find our 3rd Graders in the main hallway hosting a baked sale by donation.
Our 5th Graders will be in the main hallway, serving Panther Coffee and Hot cocoa by donation. They will also be serving a pizza lunch in the cafeteria, also by donation. Funds collected will be used towards their trip to Mackinac Island in June. If you are a parent of a 5th grader and would like to help out, please check out the sign up below. Thank you!
Popcorn Fridays and Poppers Needed
Our PTO provides popcorn to students as an extra treat once a month! However, we need volunteers to make this possible. Bring your friends and meet some new people for a fun night out for the kids. You don't need to have previous experience to help out! Volunteer positions for this include a pro-popper (someone that knows how to use the popcorn machine) and additional volunteers to help bag the popcorn. Please consider volunteering: Popcorn Popper Sign Up Link
Teacher Classroom Wishlists
Looking for a way to help out your child’s classroom? Click on the link below to find your Teachers name at the bottom of the spreadsheet and take a look at the items needed for their classroom. Make sure to mark off if you are able to purchase any items. Thank you! Teacher Wishlist Link
District Updates
Superintendent Office Hours
Honoring Our Local Veterans: Class of 2027
Traverse City Area Public Schools is honored to offer veterans the opportunity to receive their high school diploma and participate in our 2027 graduation ceremonies!
Under Michigan's Public Act 181 of 2001 and Public Act 55 of 2014, the TCAPS Board of Education is authorized to award high school diplomas to veterans of WWII, the Korean Conflict, and the Vietnam Era in recognition of their service and sacrifice.
Eligibility Details:
WWII Veterans: Must have left high school between December 16, 1940, and December 31, 1946.
Korean War Veterans: Must have left high school between June 27, 1950, and January 31, 1955.
Vietnam Era Veterans: Must have been drafted or enlisted between February 28, 1961, and May 7, 1975, and attended a TCAPS high school.
This opportunity is available to eligible veterans who did not subsequently receive a high school diploma. Family members are welcome to apply on behalf of a living or deceased veteran.
For more information or to submit an application, please call 231.933.1722.
CHS Music Department Presents Wonderland
Don't miss the Traverse City Central High School Music Department’s Michigan premiere of Wonderland! Reserve your seats today at tcaps.booktix.com to support our talented students!
Showtimes: Evening performances (7 p.m.) on Nov. 13, 14, 20, and 21; Matinees (2 p.m.) on Nov. 15 and 22.
Tickets: $20 General Admission | $25 VIP
TCAPS Stormwater Management Program
Our district is committed to protecting local water quality through our Stormwater Management Program in partnership with Arch Environmental Group. We encourage all staff, parents, and students to learn how we can work together to prevent pollution: Practice clean water habits every day. Download the Stormwater Educational Flyer for more practical tips. Share your feedback with Arch Environmental Group by taking the brief Watershed Survey to help guide community stormwater efforts.
Long Lake Events/Save the Dates
November 10th: Veterans Assembly @ 9:30 a.m.
November 10th: Parent Teacher Conferences
November 12th: Parent Teacher Conferences
November 14th: PTO Sponsored Craft Fair 9:00-3:00
November 19th: Mobile Health Unit Visit to Long Lake
November 19th:PTO Meeting 6:30 p.m. in the library or you can join virtually @ https://meet.google.com/rqp-hqre-sds
November 24th: Early Release Day for Students
November 25th-27th Thanksgiving Break
December 10th: Early Release Day for Students. LL dismisses at 2:02 p.m.
December 10th: PTO sponsored Holiday Night
December 17th: PTO Meeting @6:30 p.m. in the library or virtual: https://meet.google.com/meet/rqp-hqre-sds
December 18th: House Assembly 9:20 a.m.
December 23rd- January 3rd: Winter Break
TCAPS 2026-2027 Academic Calendar
TCAPS 2026-2027 Building Hours
Stay Connected
Long Lake Website: https://www.tcaps.net/o/lles
Long Lake Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LongLakeElementarySchoolTCAPS
PTO Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Long-Lake-Elementary-PTO-305155839569856/
