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SUMMARY:Parents Night Out- October 12th
DESCRIPTION:GTACS Parents\, join us for a special Parents Night Out at the City Opera House!\n\n\nWe’re excited to welcome nationally recognized speaker and educator Andrew Pudewa\, founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing. Andrew will share practical insights and tools to help parents nurture confident\, competent communicators at home and beyond.\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 12\n6:00 P.M. Cash Bar & Social\n6:30 P.M. Presentation by Andrew Pudewa\nQ&A to follow\n\n\n\nCome enjoy an evening of connection\, conversation\, and encouragement with fellow GTACS parents. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://gtacs.org/event/parents-night-out-october-12th/
LOCATION:City Opera House\, 106 E Front St\, Traverse City\, 49684\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Administration,Admissions,Immaculate Conception Elementary School,SEAS Middle School,St. Francis High School,St. Francis Preschool
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SUMMARY:Experience the Difference - October 14th
DESCRIPTION:This hour-long presentation will give you an overview of what makes our school different from other offerings: \n\nTapping your child’s unique potential\nHelping students grow academically and spiritually\nStrategic use of curriculum and assessments\nCreating a culture of compassion and service\nWhole-child-oriented learning environment\nProven educational success\n\nWalking tours of Immaculate Conception will be available after the presentation; other tours available upon request. \nRSVP to Admissions: \nCindy Weber\nDirector of Admissions\n(231) 995-8477
URL:https://gtacs.org/event/experience-the-difference-oct14/
LOCATION:Immaculate Conception Elementary School\, 314 Vine Street \, MI 49684\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Immaculate Conception Elementary School,SEAS Middle School,St. Francis High School,St. Francis Preschool
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SUMMARY:SF Alumni Homecoming Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:Alumni Homecoming Tailgate \n\nOctober 17\, 2026\nSt. Francis High School (10th Street Entrance)\n10:30am\n\nJoin us for the Alumni Homecoming Tailgate beforehand! This is a fun opportunity to reconnect with fellow Glads and reminisce on the glory days before heading over to Thirlby Field to cheer on the Varsity Football Team. \n\n10:30am\nSt. Francis High School (10th Street entrance)\nTailgate food\, open playground for kids\, and self-guided tours to see the new high school renovations!\nGuests are welcome to join a group walk from St. Francis to Thirlby Field.\nRain location: St. Francis High School Cafeteria.\n\nRSVP to Kathy Britten at kbritten@gtacs.org
URL:https://gtacs.org/event/sf-alumni-homecoming-tailgate/
LOCATION:St. Francis High School (10th Street Entrance)\, 123 East Eleventh Street\, Traverse City\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Administration,Immaculate Conception Elementary School,SEAS Middle School,St. Francis High School
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 2026
DESCRIPTION:Homecoming Game 2026 \n\nOctober 17\, 2026\nSt. Francis vs. Manistee\nThirlby Field at 1pm\n\nJoin us for the Alumni Homecoming Tailgate beforehand! This is a fun opportunity to reconnect with fellow Glads and reminisce on the glory days before heading over to Thirlby Field to cheer on the Varsity Football Team. \n\n10:30am\nSt. Francis High School (10th Street entrance)\nTailgate food\, open playground for kids\, and self-guided tours to see the new high school renovations!\nGuests are welcome to join a group walk from St. Francis to Thirlby Field.\nRain location: St. Francis High School Cafeteria.\n\nRSVP to Kathy Britten at kbritten@gtacs.org
URL:https://gtacs.org/event/homecoming-2026/
LOCATION:Thirby Field\, 400 W Thirteenth St.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Administration,Immaculate Conception Elementary School,SEAS Middle School,St. Francis High School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T180000
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SUMMARY:Gladhander Preview Night
DESCRIPTION:Get a sneak peek at this year’s Gladhander event\, “Marvelous Michigan: A Stately Affair”. This portion of the event is free and open to the public. View the showstopping decorations\, explore the silent auction items\, and celebrate community sponsors\, all while supporting the mission of Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools. This year’s theme will highlight the iconic landmarks\, traditions\, and local treasures that make our state extraordinary. \nGladhander is the signature fundraiser for Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (a 501(c)(3) organization). Proceeds fund critical needs\, including student tuition scholarships and teacher salaries\, to support strong Catholic education for future generations. \n\n\nMain Event Gala: October 24\, 2026 (Purchase tickets HERE)
URL:https://gtacs.org/event/gladhander-preview-night/
LOCATION:St. Francis High School Gymnasium\, 123 East Eleventh Street\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gladhander Auction and Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Join Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools for Gladhander 2026\, the signature fundraiser for Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (a 501(c)(3) organization). Proceeds are dedicated to critical areas of need\, specifically funding student tuition scholarships and supporting teacher salaries to ensure strong Catholic education for future generations. \nAs one of the longest-running and most premier fundraising events in Traverse City\, this year’s theme—“Marvelous Michigan: A Stately Affair“—highlights the iconic landmarks\, traditions\, and local treasures that make our state extraordinary. \nGladhander brings together more than 400 community members for an elegant evening of dinner\, refreshments\, live music\, and a high-stakes live auction. Beyond the main gala\, the celebration includes a popular online silent auction open to the broader public\, a live in-person auction featuring high-value experiences and items\, and the much-anticipated drawing of the legendary car raffle. \n\n\nPreview Night: October 23\, 2026 (Free and open to the public to view the showstopping decorations\, explore the silent auction items\, and celebrate community sponsors.) \n\n\nMain Event Gala: October 24\, 2026 (Purchase tickets HERE) \n\n\nIf you can’t attend the main event\, there are other ways to support this major fundraising effort: \nVolunteer: We are currently seeking volunteers to help build decorations\, set up arrangements\, and a variety of positions for the preview night and main event: \n\nGladhander Main Event night\nPreview Night FRIDAY\nDecorations 2026\nPhysical Arrangements 2026\n\nAuction Donations: We are currently seeking donations of goods\, services\, or experience-based packages to feature in our silent and live auctions. Examples of donations that align with this year’s theme include: \n\nMichigan getaway packages or lodging experiences\nTickets to local festivals\, events\, or attractions\nOutdoor recreation opportunities (boating\, skiing\, guided tours\, etc.)\nGift baskets featuring Michigan-made products\nDining experiences or culinary offerings\nUnique behind-the-scenes or VIP experiences\n\nSponsorships: Gladhander Sponsorships \n\n 
URL:https://gtacs.org/event/gladhander-auction-and-raffle/
LOCATION:St. Francis High School Gymnasium\, 123 East Eleventh Street\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Administration,Immaculate Conception Elementary School,SEAS Middle School,St. Francis High School,St. Francis Preschool
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