Meridian Public Schools

Good afternoon Mustangs, The Midland County Department of Public Health has issued a press release regarding respiratory health considerations following the wildland fire in Sanford. Weare using the Air Quality Index (AQI) to guide our decisions about outdoor activities. Currently, Sanford is in the “good” range, therefore students will be going outside this afternoon for outdoor activities. We will continue to monitor the air quality on campus and utilize the AQI as a key tool in our decision-making process. As always, the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will remain in contact with the Midland County Department of Public Health, Jerome Township Fire Department, and Midland County 911 to monitor the situation. We will provide updates as needed. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. Thank you, and have a great day! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

October is School Principals Month! Join us in thanking our principals for all of their hard work for our students! #ReachHigher #ThankYou #MeridianMustangs #SchoolPrincipalsMonth

Today, Meridian Public Schools is celebrating #NationalSchoolCustodianAppreciationDay! Our custodians ensure that we have clean buildings to learn in each day, and we are thankful for the hard work they do each day. Thank you! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

Dear Families, Staff, and Community Members, In response to survey feedback from our stakeholders, Meridian Public Schools is streamlining our communication channels by consolidating all social media activity to a single page. Starting Monday, September 30th, 2024, please join us at our unified page, Meridian Public Schools (@MeridianPS), for clear, consistent updates for families, students, staff, and community members. However, the Meridian Early Childhood Center page will remain available for families to view for childcare purposes. As part of this change, we will be deactivating the current pages for Meridian Elementary School, Meridian Junior High School, and Meridian Early College High School. To stay connected, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MeridianPS and Instagram at www.instagram.com/MeridianPS. Additionally, did you know about our “MERPS Mobile Application”? Available for both iOS and Android devices, this app keeps you informed with the latest news, lunch menus, contact information, upcoming events, and much more, all at your fingertips. Download it today from your app store to access these features and receive important notifications directly to your device. Visit the links below to get the app! iOS (Apple): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meridian-public-schools-mi/id1389378987 Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.meridianmi Thank you for your continued partnership in education. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact us.

Join in the homecoming fun! Tonights events include the parade at 5PM in downtown Sanford, followed by the football game at 7PM at the High School! Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned at halftime of the football game. See you all tonight! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #Homecoming2024

REMINDER: Today is a half day of school! Dismissal times are below. Have a great weekend Mustangs! Happy Homecoming! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #Homecoming2024 Elementary Dismissal: 11:25 AM Junior High Dismissal: 11:15 AM High School Dismissal: 11:20 AM

Homecoming week is here! Check out the building theme days in the photos below. Don't forget to join us for the parade at 5PM in Sanford on Friday! The football game starts at 7PM, and the 2024 Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned at halftime! #ReachHigher #GoBlue #MeridianMustangs #HomecomingWeek

Good Afternoon Mustangs, Please note that our phone systems are now back online and external calls are working. Thank you

🚌 Join Our Team - Drive Into a New Career! 🚌 Meridian Public Schools partner in transportation, Auxilio is looking for dependable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as school bus drivers! If you enjoy working with children and want to play a key role in their educational journey, consider becoming a bus driver . No experience? No worries! We provide all the necessary training. Help us ensure that every student has safe and reliable transportation to and from school. Apply today and make a difference in our community! 👉 For more information and to apply, contact our transportation department at 989-687-3249 or email shirley.gingery@merps.org. Join us and help drive the future of Meridian Public Schools!

Attention all families with a four year old child! Meridian Early Childhood Center has a FREE, full day, preschool program with immediate openings! Check out the flyer below for more information regarding the program. For questions, please contact the PreSchool Partnership at 1-844-492-7707 or visit www.preschoolpartnership.org. Enroll your Mustang TODAY! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #FreePreschool

Meridian Public Schools is hiring! We are looking for a 31N Student Support Specialist at Meridian Elementary School. If you share a passion for working with children and supporting their educational needs, see our website www.merps.org/nowhiring for more information and to apply! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NowHiring

Good Evening Mustangs, This is a reminder to join us tomorrow, August 21st, for Mustangs Back to School Night! Meet your teachers, find your locker, tour the building, and pick up your schedule! Don't forget to update your student information in Skyward as well. See below for the building open house times. Elementary School: 4:30-6:30pm Junior High School: 5:00-7:00pm Early College High School: 4:00-7:00pm We can't wait to see you all tomorrow!

Do you know the new Junior High School Principal, Mrs. Rachel Pappas? Meet her below! Hello Mustangs! I have been in education for 21 years and my journey has given me experience working with students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. I joined the MJHS team in 2023 as the Academic and Behavior Coach and quickly realized that I enjoy working with adults as much as I do students. I am excited to serve Sanford and the surrounding communities in my new role as the MJHS Principal. I can't wait to welcome everyone back at our Welcome Back Open House event on August 21st! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

Attention all families with a four year old child! Meridian Early Childhood Center has a FREE, full day, preschool program with immediate openings! Check out the flyer below for more information regarding the program. For questions, please contact the PreSchool Partnership at 1-844-492-7707 or visit www.preschoolpartnership.org. Enroll your Mustang TODAY! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #FreePreschool

Dear Meridian Public Schools Community, On behalf of the Meridian Public Schools Board of Education, I am delighted to share that our recent renewal of the Non-homestead Operating Millage has been successfully passed! The approval of this renewal ensures a stable foundation for years to come, supporting essential resources and programs that are vital to our educational mission. From employee compensation and classroom supplies to safety measures, technology enhancements, and extracurricular activities like athletics and band, this funding secures the continued excellence of our educational offerings. To the entire Mustang community, thank you for placing your trust in us. Your belief in our mission to provide an educational environment that fosters curiosity and lifelong learning, both in and out of the classroom, has made this all possible. The passage of the Non-homestead Operating Millage Renewal symbolizes the collective strength and unity of our Mustang community. Together, we demonstrate our steadfast dedication to the success of our students and the creation of a promising future for generations of Mustangs to come. Thank you once again for your support and belief in the future of Meridian Public Schools. We remain committed to helping our students “Reach Higher” and expanding learning opportunities for all our students! All the best, Sarah M. Glann, Superintendent

📣 REMINDER: There is an important item on the ballot TODAY, Tuesday, August 6th election for the voters in Meridian Public School District. This millage is a significant part of our district’s funding, contributing over $1.7 million to our annual operating budget. Polls are open until 8pm today. 📌 Key Points About the Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal: • The ballot will propose the renewal of the non-homestead millage. • This millage is levied on commercial, industrial, and rental properties, not on owner-occupied homes. • The renewal is crucial for maintaining our current educational programs and facilities. • The millage represents significant funding, equivalent to maintaining numerous resources, programs and staff within our district. • All Meridian Public School District residents are eligible to vote on this matter, regardless of whether the millage directly impacts their property taxes. Your vote directly impacts our students, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive. For any inquiries regarding the millage or the upcoming election, please feel free to visit our website www.merps.org and click on Operating Millage 2024. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

Calling all Mustangs!! It's back to school time, and that means back to school night is on the way! Join us for Mustangs Back To School Night on Wednesday August 21st. Meet your teachers, get your schedules, tour the buildings, find your lockers, and more! See the times for each building below and on the attached flyer. • Meridian Elementary School - 4:30-6:30pm • Meridian Junior High School - 5-7pm • Meridian Early College High School: 4-7pm We can't wait to see all of you back in the buildings on back to school night, and for the first day of school! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #BackToSchoolNight

📣 There is an important item on the ballot for the Tuesday, August 6th election for the voters in Meridian Public School District. This millage is a significant part of our district’s funding, contributing over $1.7 million to our annual operating budget. 📌 Key Points About the Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal: • The ballot will propose the renewal of the non-homestead millage. • This millage is levied on commercial, industrial, and rental properties, not on owner-occupied homes. • The renewal is crucial for maintaining our current educational programs and facilities. • The millage represents significant funding, equivalent to maintaining numerous resources, programs and staff within our district. • All Meridian Public School District residents are eligible to vote on this matter, regardless of whether the millage directly impacts their property taxes. Your vote directly impacts our students, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive. For any inquiries regarding the millage or the upcoming election, please feel free to visit our website www.merps.org and click on Operating Millage 2024. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

What happens if the Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal is not approved by voters? If the millage is not approved by voters, MERPS would not receive its full foundation allowance. This would equate to a loss of $1.7 million per year from the district's general fund. To learn more about the renewal, visit our website, www.merps.org, and click on Operating Millage 2024. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

Join us tonight from 4-6pm at Meridian Early College High School for our Support Staff Job Fair! Open interviews for paraprofessionals, custodians, technology assistant, substitutes, and maintenance technician will be held. #ReachHigher