October 23, 2026

Dear Mustang Families,
We want to inform you of an upcoming road construction project in the Village of Sanford that may impact your daily commute and student pickup/drop-off routines.

Beginning Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Fisher Contracting will close a portion of Saginaw Road between Birchview Drive and Oak Street for a storm sewer repair project. The closure is scheduled to run through Friday, November 27, 2026, though the road may reopen sooner if work progresses ahead of schedule.

Key Details to Keep in Mind:

Detour Route: Traffic will be detoured around the construction zone. Please plan for extra travel time during drop-off and dismissal.

Potential Traffic Delays: At times during construction, a single lane may be opened with a traffic control flagger managing through-traffic.

Bus Transportation: Our Transportation Department is aware of the detour and is adjusting bus routes as needed to minimize delays.

You can find a map attached to this email. Thank you for your patience and understanding as this necessary infrastructure project is completed.

With Mustang Pride,
Sarah M. Glann, Superintendent

The MECHS World History classes would like to invite you to a Night at the Museum on Tuesday, October 27th from 6:00pm-7:30pm in the MECHS Commons! We hope to see you there! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

The MECHS World History classes would like to invite you to a Night at the Museum on Tuesday, October 27th from 6:00pm-7:30pm in the MECHS Commons! We hope to see you there! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

📣🐎 ATTENTION MERIDIAN EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ! 📣🐎

Do you have ideas to make Meridian Public Schools even better? Want to share your perspective and help make a positive difference for your fellow Mustangs?

Superintendent Glann wants to hear from YOU!

We are looking for Meridian Early College High School students interested in serving on the Meridian Public Schools Superintendent Student Advisory Committee!

As a committee member, you'll have the opportunity to:

🗣️ Be Heard – Share your thoughts and ideas directly with Superintendent Glann.

💡 Make an Impact – Provide feedback on student experiences and district initiatives.

🤝 Represent Your Peers – Help ensure student voices are part of important conversations.

⭐ Create Positive Change – Help make Meridian Public Schools an even better place to learn and grow!

You don't need to have all the answers! We're looking for students who are willing to share their perspectives, listen to others, and help make a difference.

📝 Interested in being part of the conversation? Complete the interest form below!

👉 https://forms.gle/7br5VjPjmZsXx7M78

🤍 Your School. Your Voice. Your Impact.💙

#MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE

📢 Important Update for Mustang Families! 🐴
Michigan has updated the process for obtaining youth employment permits. Work permits are now processed through the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Youth Employment Permit Portal rather than through local schools.

What You Need to Know:

New Online Process: Students and families will use the new portal to request work permits; schools will no longer issue them directly.
Current Permits Valid: Work permits issued before October 2 remain valid until the student turns 18 or graduates.
Changing Jobs: Students switching employers will need to apply for a new permit through the online portal.
Employment Laws: All existing youth employment laws, requirements, and safety protections remain the same.

🔗 Learn more and access the portal here: www.michigan.gov/YEPP

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our working Mustang students! 🐴💙 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE

Hey Mustangs! Homecoming is next week, and we wanted to share the Friday schedule of festivities with you!

PARADE INFORMATION:
Parade lineup is at 4:00pm at Porte park in Sanford. *Please note there is very limited parking here, so if you are scheduled to walk in the parade, you will want to find an alternate location to park. Only vehicles physically in the parade will be allowed into the lineup area*

The parade begins at 5:00pm from Porte park, through Downtown Sanford, ending at the Lutheran Church. *Please use caution when picking up your child from this area. MECHS Student Council members will be around in reflective vests to help with directions*

GAME INFORMATION:
Kickoff is at 7:00pm at Meridian against Harrison. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased ahead of time via GoFan, or with cash/credit card at the gate.

Make sure to visit the concession stand for a snack during game time!

Crowning of the Homecoming 2026 King and Queen will happen during halftime of the game.

See you next week, Mustangs! Make sure to bring your school spirit, clap along to the fight song from the Marching Band, and be ready to see what it means to be a Mustang. Happy Homecoming! #ReachHigher #ReachHigher #HomecomingWeek