TCAPS Set To Release Ann Cardon Memo
By Beth Milligan | June 14, 2021
A confidential memo at the center of controversy regarding the sudden departure of former Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) Superintendent Ann Cardon is likely to be imminently released. TCAPS Board President Scott Newman-Bale tells The Ticker he believes trustees will vote tonight (Monday) to make the document public instead of further fighting a court ruling ordering its release.
The memo was penned by former TCAPS Board President and current Trustee Sue Kelly, who reportedly outlined personal and professional criticisms of Cardon in the document that was discussed in a board closed session in October 2019. Shortly after that closed session, Cardon (pictured) – who was only on the job ...
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