About Us

Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools is an award-winning Catholic school system located in Traverse City, Michigan. It is comprised of the following:

Immaculate Conception Preschool & Elementary School (3s, 4s, Pre-K, Kindergarten - grade 5) 314 Vine Street, TC MI 49684
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Middle School (grades 6-8) 1601 Three Mile Road, TC MI 49696
St. Francis High School (grades 9-12) 123 E 11 Street, TC MI 49684

Five local parishes maintain the Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools to give students a thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith as well as to help them achieve excellence in the arts and sciences. Parental commitment is key as we work together to promote growth in responsibility, confidence, competence and faith. The school serves an economically diverse population and has been in existence since 1877.

The best way to discover what makes GTACS unique among educational offerings is to attend a free, one-hour Experience the Difference event. For a schedule, contact Admissions Director Lori Phillips at (231) 995-8425 or lphillips@gtacs.org. Prospective students may also choose to participate in one of the Schools' Shadow Days.