Last Friday was our traditional graduation ceremony for GTA Preschool students moving on to kindergarten or Young Explorers, planned and decorated so sweetly by staff members. This year's theme was "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom," after the beloved alphabet book by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault. A big thanks to Ms. Meneau, Mrs. Page, Mrs. Cole, Mrs. Paul, Mrs. Riess and Mrs. Dean for putting it all together. What do they do with all the balloons after the event? Decorate the offices of Mrs. Floering, Mr. Toth, Mr. Wilson and Mr. Smith, of course (also an annual tradition!).#SafeLovedLearning #myGTA #traversecitypreschool #preschoolgraduation #lssucharterschools
about 4 hours ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Wednesday, June 10, is the last day of the school year and a half day for all students. Dismissal times are as follows:
High School - 11:50 am Junior HIgh - 11:55 am Elementary - 12:00 pm
Have a wonderful summer! #myGTA #SafeLovedLearning #schoolsoutforsummer #lssucharterschools
about 6 hours ago, Grand Traverse Academy
We were thrilled to have a special visit from the @USCGTraverseCity yesterday morning! Their willingness to accommodate our invitation when their busy schedule permits is much appreciated. Students watched the helicopter land and take off, took a tour, met the flight crew and posed for a photo op. Many thanks to Lt. Mike Frick, Lt. Rob Hodgson, AMT3 Jack Huffman and AMT1 Logan King for this exciting opportunity. #myGTA #SafeLovedLearning #lssucharterschools
1 day ago, Grand Traverse Academy
As a year-end project, Mrs. Haines read the book, "Not a Box," by Antoinette Portis, to her Young Explorers students. It features a small rabbit who shows how a box can be anything you want it to be, from a mountain to a rocket ship! Then, using reading and math standards and words they learned this school year, she had them make their own creation from cardboard boxes. #myGTA #SafeLovedLearning "lssucharterschools
2 days ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Mrs. Stahl's kindergarten class took advantage of the sunshine recently to enjoy some good weather and good books! #myGTA #SafeLovedLearning #readingisfundamental
2 days ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Yesterday, Mr. Floering's jazz club provided some enjoyable background music during high school lunches. What a fun way to bring the school year to a close! #myGta #SafeLovedLearning #traversecitycharterschool
5 days ago, Grand Traverse Academy
GTA 2nd graders had an in-class "field trip" this week! They learned all about invasive species in the Great Lakes, including the sea lampreys seen here, to accompany their study of bodies of water. #myGTA #SafeLovedLearning #lssucharterschools #scienceisfun
6 days ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Mrs. Miling's 5th graders made their own roller coasters as a science project yesterday! They used paper plates, cups and a whole lot of tape for their creations. In the process, the class talked about gravity, momentum and the force that moving objects experience. They were all very inventive and did an awesome job! #mygta #safelovedlearning #scienceisfun #lssucharterschools @LSSUCharters @MICharters
6 days ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Grand Traverse Academy Preschool students say goodbye to their "book buddies" from Mr. Thomas' 6th grade class. They had such a good time reading together this year! #safelovedlearning #myGTA #readingisfun #bookbuddies #lssucharterschools #multiagelearning
8 days ago, Grand Traverse Academy
We look forward to seeing everyone back at school tomorrow after four consecutive snow days! We want to remind you that Thursday, March 19, is our fourth of five annual Fill the Pantry Jeans Days. Students and staff may wear jeans with their uniform tops for a $2 per person donation. Proceeds help to supply our student lunch pantry for students in need or those who occasionally forget to bring their lunch to school. We thank you for your participation, which is always voluntary. And since we missed out on Tuesday's Green Shirt Day, it may be worn with jeans on Thursday.
3 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Due to storm-related road conditions and continued cleanup efforts by road crews, school will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18. Any afternoon and evening events will also be cancelled.
3 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
School will be closed on Tuesday, March 17, due to the weather. All afternoon and evening activities will be cancelled as well.
3 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
School and all afternoon and evening activities are cancelled for Monday, March 16, due to the weather and possible power outages.
3 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Friday, March 13: School is cancelled today due to the weather. Update: All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled as well.
3 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Tuesday, January 27: Tonight's Spelling Bee has been rescheduled to tomorrow, January 28, from 6:00-7:00 pm due to the weather and road conditions.
4 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Tuesday, January 27: This evening's basketball practices and games have been cancelled due to the weather and road conditions.
4 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Tuesday, January 27: School is cancelled today due to the weather. Decisions about any evening activities will be made by 12:00 noon. Please be safe on the roads.
4 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Monday, January 19, 2026: School is cancelled today due to the weather. Decisions about evening activities will be made by 12:00 noon. Stay safe on the roads!
5 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Friday, December 19: Tonight's basketball games at Marion will take place as planned. Players' families will receive information from the athletics department via text message. Go Mustangs!
6 months ago, Grand Traverse Academy
Friday, December 19, 2025: School is cancelled today due to the weather. Decisions about extracurricular activities will be made by 12:00 noon. We wish you a safe and happy Holiday Break!
