Two proposals. Two different purposes.
On November 3, 2026 there you will see two Tri County Area School ballot questions.
Non-Homestead Operating Millage: A renewal of 18 mills for four years, expected to generate approximately $3.3–$3.6 million annually for daily district operations. This millage does not apply to primary residences.
Sinking Fund: A new 1.5-mill proposal for 10 years, expected to generate approximately $1.06 million in its first year for eligible facility repairs, safety upgrades, transportation updates, new technology, and career and technical education needs.
VOTE BY NOVEMBER 3
Learn more: www.tricountyschools.com
On November 3, 2026 there you will see two Tri County Area School ballot questions.
Non-Homestead Operating Millage: A renewal of 18 mills for four years, expected to generate approximately $3.3–$3.6 million annually for daily district operations. This millage does not apply to primary residences.
Sinking Fund: A new 1.5-mill proposal for 10 years, expected to generate approximately $1.06 million in its first year for eligible facility repairs, safety upgrades, transportation updates, new technology, and career and technical education needs.
VOTE BY NOVEMBER 3
Learn more: www.tricountyschools.com
Tri County Area Schools invites community members to a Community Presentation and Q&A on Monday, September 21, at 5:30 p.m. at The Green Cheetah in Howard City.
We’ll provide clear, factual information about the sinking fund and operating millage proposals on the November 3 ballot and answer questions from our community.
We hope you’ll join us and learn more!
For information regarding the November election, please refer to Tri County Area Schools website and click the “Election Information” button.
We’ll provide clear, factual information about the sinking fund and operating millage proposals on the November 3 ballot and answer questions from our community.
We hope you’ll join us and learn more!
For information regarding the November election, please refer to Tri County Area Schools website and click the “Election Information” button.
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Have questions about the sinking fund and operating millage proposals appearing on the November 3 ballot? We invite you to join us and learn more.
Monday, September 21 at 5:30 p.m.
The Green Cheetah: 133 E. Edgerton St, Howard City
During the Community Presentation, district representatives will provide factual information about both proposals, explain what each proposal means for Tri County Area Schools, and answer questions from community members.
Our goal is to make sure everyone has access to the same clear, accurate, and consistent information before Election Day.
As a school district, we are committed to educating our community, sharing the facts, and encouraging informed participation in the election process.
We hope you’ll join us, ask questions, and learn more!
For information regarding the November election, please refer to Tri County Area Schools website and click the “Election Information” button.
Monday, September 21 at 5:30 p.m.
The Green Cheetah: 133 E. Edgerton St, Howard City
During the Community Presentation, district representatives will provide factual information about both proposals, explain what each proposal means for Tri County Area Schools, and answer questions from community members.
Our goal is to make sure everyone has access to the same clear, accurate, and consistent information before Election Day.
As a school district, we are committed to educating our community, sharing the facts, and encouraging informed participation in the election process.
We hope you’ll join us, ask questions, and learn more!
For information regarding the November election, please refer to Tri County Area Schools website and click the “Election Information” button.
We were honored to recognize and celebrate our active-duty military members and veterans at Friday night’s home football game.
Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. We are incredibly grateful for your courage, service, and sacrifice! ❤️🤍💙
Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. We are incredibly grateful for your courage, service, and sacrifice! ❤️🤍💙
We invite our community to join us on Monday, September 21, at 5:30 p.m. at The Green Cheetah for a Community Presentation and Q&A about the district’s sinking fund and operating millage proposals appearing on the November 3 ballot.
We’ll share the facts about both proposals, answer questions, and help ensure everyone has access to clear, accurate, and consistent information.
We encourage our community to come learn more, ask questions, and be informed before heading to the polls.
For all things related to the November election, please refer to Tri County Area Schools website and click the “Election Information” tab.
We’ll share the facts about both proposals, answer questions, and help ensure everyone has access to clear, accurate, and consistent information.
We encourage our community to come learn more, ask questions, and be informed before heading to the polls.
For all things related to the November election, please refer to Tri County Area Schools website and click the “Election Information” tab.
Join us as we honor all Active Military and Veterans at the Tri County vs Big Rapids Football game on Friday, September 11th. Active Military and Veterans wishing to be recognized will meet at 6:25 in the north end zone. Please spread the word. The first 450 people in the gate will receive a free mini American Flag.
More Viking Voyage Fun!
What a wonderful way to kick off the new school year at Viking Voyage! It was so heartwarming to see students, families, community members, and staff come together with such positive energy, excitement, and enthusiasm. Events like these remind us what makes our school community so special—strong connections, shared support, and a collective commitment to helping our students thrive. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make Viking Voyage such a memorable and uplifting start to the school year. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!
Good morning Viking Nation! It's a GREAT day to be a Viking! A reminder for this week: No School on Friday (9/4) or Monday (9/7) due to the Labor Day holiday. School will be back in session on Tuesday (9/8).
Join us in welcoming our new Student Success Coach to Tri County Area Schools!
Hello Vikings!
My name is Karen Graff, and I am very pleased to be joining the TCAS family. I will be working as a Student Success Coach at the Alternative Pathways Program. This will be an exciting new chapter in my career. I bring many years of experience in education, working closely with students, families, and colleagues to support student achievement and personal growth. I recently retired from Newaygo Public Schools, and soon felt the feeling that I still had more to give. I am so thankful for the opportunity to continue working with students in a different capacity.
In this role, I am looking forward to getting to know our students and building strong connections. I am eager to support students who may benefit from flexible learning, individualized approaches, and additional guidance to help them re-engage with their education. I am committed to working closely with students, and partnering with staff to help each student move toward graduation and their individual future goals.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wonderful family and friends. I love being outdoors and making the most of the simple things in life. I enjoy crafting, hiking, day trips, and thrift shopping to find unique treasures. I value time spent with my favorite people and believe that life is about making memories, helping others, staying true to yourself, and embracing each new chapter with purpose and enthusiasm.
Hello Vikings!
My name is Karen Graff, and I am very pleased to be joining the TCAS family. I will be working as a Student Success Coach at the Alternative Pathways Program. This will be an exciting new chapter in my career. I bring many years of experience in education, working closely with students, families, and colleagues to support student achievement and personal growth. I recently retired from Newaygo Public Schools, and soon felt the feeling that I still had more to give. I am so thankful for the opportunity to continue working with students in a different capacity.
In this role, I am looking forward to getting to know our students and building strong connections. I am eager to support students who may benefit from flexible learning, individualized approaches, and additional guidance to help them re-engage with their education. I am committed to working closely with students, and partnering with staff to help each student move toward graduation and their individual future goals.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wonderful family and friends. I love being outdoors and making the most of the simple things in life. I enjoy crafting, hiking, day trips, and thrift shopping to find unique treasures. I value time spent with my favorite people and believe that life is about making memories, helping others, staying true to yourself, and embracing each new chapter with purpose and enthusiasm.
We made it through the first week, and we’re ready for another great week at Tri County! Our Vikings are settling into routines, reconnecting with friends, and getting back into the swing of school.
Here’s to a great week ahead and an even better school year!🖤💛
We'd love to introduce you to our new Middle School Social Worker. Learn a little about Mr. Dailey:
Hi, my name is Ryne Dailey, and I am excited to continue my career in education as a Social Worker at Tri County Middle School. As someone who walked these same hallways as a student, I am especially proud and grateful to now be joining the team at TCMS.
I recently graduated from Northern Michigan University with my Master of Social Work. Outside of work, my wife and I stay busy keeping up with our three little kids! When I do have some free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, watching sports, and making the most of time with my family.
I am truly looking forward to getting to know everyone, building relationships with students and families, and becoming a part of the amazing culture and community that Tri County has to offer. I am excited for this next chapter and feel incredibly fortunate to be coming back home to serve the school community that was once such an important part of my own journey!
Hi, my name is Ryne Dailey, and I am excited to continue my career in education as a Social Worker at Tri County Middle School. As someone who walked these same hallways as a student, I am especially proud and grateful to now be joining the team at TCMS.
I recently graduated from Northern Michigan University with my Master of Social Work. Outside of work, my wife and I stay busy keeping up with our three little kids! When I do have some free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, watching sports, and making the most of time with my family.
I am truly looking forward to getting to know everyone, building relationships with students and families, and becoming a part of the amazing culture and community that Tri County has to offer. I am excited for this next chapter and feel incredibly fortunate to be coming back home to serve the school community that was once such an important part of my own journey!
Help us welcome a familiar face in a new role! After several years with Tri County, Mrs. Elton is officially stepping into the classroom as a teacher! We’re excited to have her continue her journey with us! Learn a little about her:
I am a Western Michigan graduate, obtaining a Master's degree in Special Education with an Autism endorsement. I am a mom of 2 boys, 2 stepdaughters, and wife to an amazing husband.
Something I am most excited about this year is being a first year teacher even though I feel like I've been a teacher for many years. I have been working in the school district for 5 years with all the same kids that I still see daily and enjoy every minute of it.
I will be a resource teacher at MacNaughton Learning Center for our Alternative Pathways program and 6th-8th grade students.
When I am not as school I enjoy hanging out with my family, crafting, and watching my kids play their favorite sports!
I am a Western Michigan graduate, obtaining a Master's degree in Special Education with an Autism endorsement. I am a mom of 2 boys, 2 stepdaughters, and wife to an amazing husband.
Something I am most excited about this year is being a first year teacher even though I feel like I've been a teacher for many years. I have been working in the school district for 5 years with all the same kids that I still see daily and enjoy every minute of it.
I will be a resource teacher at MacNaughton Learning Center for our Alternative Pathways program and 6th-8th grade students.
When I am not as school I enjoy hanging out with my family, crafting, and watching my kids play their favorite sports!
What a wonderful evening at our Viking Voyage Community Event!
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make the event such a success. Thank you to our district families, staff, community members, volunteers, and local businesses for showing up, lending a hand, sharing your time and talents, and helping create such a fun and welcoming celebration for our students and families.
A special thank you to all of our parents and families who joined us for our school open houses as well. Seeing so many families excited to meet teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for a new school year was truly special.
Events like these remind us how fortunate we are to be part of a community that comes together to support our students. Thank you for helping us kick off the school year with such incredible Viking spirit! Go TC!
Raffle drawings will take place afterschool on Monday, August 24th. Winners will be notified. 💛🖤
A FINAL THANK YOU TO OUR VIKING VOYAGE COMMUNITY!
As we get ready for Viking Voyage, we want to take a moment to give a HUGE THANK YOU to every participant, sponsor, donor, volunteer, community partner, and family who has helped make this event possible!
From generous raffle donations and school supply contributions to the amazing businesses, organizations, food trucks, universities, and community groups joining us—your support means so much to Tri County Area Schools and our Vikings!
Your generosity helps create opportunities for our students, brings our community together, and makes Viking Voyage a celebration our students and families will remember!
We couldn't do this without YOU!
Thank you for believing in our students. Thank you for supporting our schools. And thank you for helping us make Viking Voyage a HUGE success!
Smile and be proud to be a Viking!
As we get ready for Viking Voyage, we want to take a moment to give a HUGE THANK YOU to every participant, sponsor, donor, volunteer, community partner, and family who has helped make this event possible!
From generous raffle donations and school supply contributions to the amazing businesses, organizations, food trucks, universities, and community groups joining us—your support means so much to Tri County Area Schools and our Vikings!
Your generosity helps create opportunities for our students, brings our community together, and makes Viking Voyage a celebration our students and families will remember!
We couldn't do this without YOU!
Thank you for believing in our students. Thank you for supporting our schools. And thank you for helping us make Viking Voyage a HUGE success!
Smile and be proud to be a Viking!
Visit the TC Giving Tree Table at Viking Voyage!
Stop by the TC Giving Tree Table during Viking Voyage and learn how you can help make a difference for local families during the holiday season!
Come discover ways to give back, spread kindness, and help make the holidays a little brighter for others in our community.
Vikings helping Vikings—because giving makes a difference!
Stop by the TC Giving Tree Table during Viking Voyage and learn how you can help make a difference for local families during the holiday season!
Come discover ways to give back, spread kindness, and help make the holidays a little brighter for others in our community.
Vikings helping Vikings—because giving makes a difference!
Check Out BHC Screen Printing!
Looking for quality screen printing? Check out BHC Screen Printing for all of your screen printing needs!
Our Tri County staff will be showing off some awesome Viking Voyage T-shirts, featuring a design created by TC Senior Easton Harkness and professionally screen printed by BHC Screen Printing!
We love seeing our students’ creativity showcased throughout our school community, and we appreciate BHC for helping bring Easton’s design to life!
Be sure to look for our staff in their Viking Voyage T-shirts!
Looking for quality screen printing? Check out BHC Screen Printing for all of your screen printing needs!
Our Tri County staff will be showing off some awesome Viking Voyage T-shirts, featuring a design created by TC Senior Easton Harkness and professionally screen printed by BHC Screen Printing!
We love seeing our students’ creativity showcased throughout our school community, and we appreciate BHC for helping bring Easton’s design to life!
Be sure to look for our staff in their Viking Voyage T-shirts!
Viking Voyage Raffle Spotlight!
A HUGE THANK YOU to Mr. and Mrs. Phinney for generously donating two Texas Instruments Scientific Calculators for our Viking Voyage Student Raffle!
Your generosity is helping make Viking Voyage extra special for our students, while supporting learning and success along the way!
We are so grateful for the amazing families, staff, and community members who continue to support our Vikings!
Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Phinney, for helping make Viking Voyage a success!
A HUGE THANK YOU to Mr. and Mrs. Phinney for generously donating two Texas Instruments Scientific Calculators for our Viking Voyage Student Raffle!
Your generosity is helping make Viking Voyage extra special for our students, while supporting learning and success along the way!
We are so grateful for the amazing families, staff, and community members who continue to support our Vikings!
Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Phinney, for helping make Viking Voyage a success!
A huge THANK YOU to the Eagles Club for generously donating a variety of school supplies to support our Tri County Vikings!
Your generosity will help our students start the school year ready for success!
Viking Families, you can help too! Please remember to bring your school supply donations to Viking Voyage and help us STUFF THE BUS!
Together, we can make a difference for our Vikings and ensure students have the supplies they need for a successful school year!
Thank you for supporting Tri County Area Schools!
Your generosity will help our students start the school year ready for success!
Viking Families, you can help too! Please remember to bring your school supply donations to Viking Voyage and help us STUFF THE BUS!
Together, we can make a difference for our Vikings and ensure students have the supplies they need for a successful school year!
Thank you for supporting Tri County Area Schools!
