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TKHS Class of 2026 gathers in the stadium for their Senior Sunrise and last first-day of school.

TKHS Class of 2026 Gathers for Senior Sunrise

Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors started trickling into the high school parking lot an hour before the first day of school Monday. Loaded with sweatshirts, blankets and backpacks, the Class of 2026 gathered in the stadium for their senior sunrise. It’s a celebration of their last first day of high school and something that’s become a tradition for the past few years.
TK Superintendent Robert Pouch speaks to staff members before the start of the 2025-26 school year.

TK Staff Welcomed Back for 2025-26 School Year

“Relationships” is the word TK Superintendent used multiple times in his welcome back speech to TK staff Wednesday morning. His inspiring words came after the spirited playing of the school fight song by the TK marching band, bringing everyone to their feet clapping and cheering.
New teachers took part in orientation and training this week.

TK Welcomes New Teachers for 2025-26 School Year

Nine new teachers have joined the TK staff for the 2025-26 school year. They took part in a new teacher orientation and training program early this week as they prepare for the start of the school year.
Cafeteria table with Trojan logo.

Food Service Information

All students attending Thornapple Kellogg Schools are eligible for free breakfasts and lunches during the 2025-26 School Year through SEPTEMBER 30, 2025. We DO NOT KNOW YET if meals are free for the remainder of the 2025-26 School Year and will not know until the State of Michigan completes the State School Aid Budget.
TK Superintendent Robert Pouch

New Superintendent Eager to Keep Moving TK Forward

Robert Pouch has been busy the last couple of months getting to know Thornapple Kellogg Schools and the community and he said he can’t wait to see all the staff and students back for the start of the 2025-26 school year soon. He was hired as the district’s new superintendent and started working in the district in July.
Backpack with school supplies.

Suggested School Supply Lists (All Grades)

TK staff have provided lists of suggested school supplies for students. Please note these are only suggested lists and individual teachers may request additional specific items. You can also find each list on each school's individual web page.
Donors and supporters of the new TK FFA barn gather for a groundbreaking ceremony.

Supporters Gather for Groundbreaking for New TK FFA Barn

By this fall, a new barn will be raised in a small portion of a field off Bender Road near the district bus garage. It’s not just any barn - it’s a new Thornapple Kellogg High School FFA barn that will continue growing the FFA program for students.

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A message from Superintendent Craig McCarthy

Welcome to Thornapple Kellogg Schools! We're glad you're here!
We strive to make TK Schools a safe, nurturing, and enriching learning environment for all students where they can enjoy learning, growing and developing positive relationships with caring administrators, teachers and staff.  We strive to make every student feel important, safe and respected as well as challenged in their curriculum.
We believe we have a unique environment filled with positive support from the community, TK families and all of our TK staff - all dedicated to making our school district the very best. We are all working toward the same goal - providing each student who comes through our doors with the best educational experience possible and preparing them to achieve their future goals.
Our TK community is especially committed to our schools and work cooperatively to provide real-world experiences, opportunities and much-needed support. Parental involvement is highly welcomed at all levels. Our middle and high school administrators have regular parent advisory meetings for input and discussion. Our elementary schools are supported by a very active Parent Teacher Organization which is always looking for volunteers.
We're glad you've chosen to be part of the TK family! Please stop in and see us soon!