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Reach Higher!
📢 Important Community Announcement from Meridian Public Schools 🐴💙
On November 3, 2026, Meridian voters will consider a $13.95 million bond proposal with a ZERO tax rate increase over the current levy. After listening to community feedback, the district revised the proposal to focus exclusively on essential infrastructure updates:
🧱 Roof Replacements at all three school buildings
🌡️ HVAC, Ventilation, and Septic System replacements
🔒 Security System Enhancements & updated building controls
By prioritizing these critical needs now, we can protect our general operating budget and keep classroom funds focused directly on our students!
🗣️ Get the Facts & Join the Conversation!
Want to learn more about the proposal, voter registration, or absentee voting? Join Superintendent Sarah Glann for an upcoming Community Information Session at the MECHS Auditorium:
🗓️ Friday, September 18th at 10:00 AM
🗓️ Monday, September 21st at 6:00 PM
📍 Full details are available anytime at https://www.merps.org/page/bond.
Thank you for your continued partnership and Mustang Pride! 🐴✨#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
On November 3, 2026, Meridian voters will consider a $13.95 million bond proposal with a ZERO tax rate increase over the current levy. After listening to community feedback, the district revised the proposal to focus exclusively on essential infrastructure updates:
🧱 Roof Replacements at all three school buildings
🌡️ HVAC, Ventilation, and Septic System replacements
🔒 Security System Enhancements & updated building controls
By prioritizing these critical needs now, we can protect our general operating budget and keep classroom funds focused directly on our students!
🗣️ Get the Facts & Join the Conversation!
Want to learn more about the proposal, voter registration, or absentee voting? Join Superintendent Sarah Glann for an upcoming Community Information Session at the MECHS Auditorium:
🗓️ Friday, September 18th at 10:00 AM
🗓️ Monday, September 21st at 6:00 PM
📍 Full details are available anytime at https://www.merps.org/page/bond.
Thank you for your continued partnership and Mustang Pride! 🐴✨#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
🇺🇸 Today, the Mustang Community pauses to remember the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. 🕊️
We honor the lives lost and the families, friends, and communities forever changed that day. ❤️
We also remember the courage of first responders, the compassion of neighbors, and the countless acts of service and kindness that emerged in the days that followed. 🚒🤝
Twenty-five years later, we remember not only what happened, but the importance of coming together, caring for one another, and choosing compassion in the face of adversity. 🕊️
We remember. We honor. We stand together. 🇺🇸❤️
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
We honor the lives lost and the families, friends, and communities forever changed that day. ❤️
We also remember the courage of first responders, the compassion of neighbors, and the countless acts of service and kindness that emerged in the days that followed. 🚒🤝
Twenty-five years later, we remember not only what happened, but the importance of coming together, caring for one another, and choosing compassion in the face of adversity. 🕊️
We remember. We honor. We stand together. 🇺🇸❤️
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
🚨 BUS 18 DELAY NOTICE 🚨
Due to a driver shortage, Bus 18 will run approximately 1 hour late tomorrow morning, Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
• Morning Pickup: Approx. 1 hour later than regularly scheduled time.
• Attendance: All resulting tardies will be excused.
• Afternoon Routes: Scheduled to run on time.
We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work through these staffing challenges.
Please contact Transportation at 989-687-3249 or email transportation@merps.org with any questions.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Due to a driver shortage, Bus 18 will run approximately 1 hour late tomorrow morning, Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
• Morning Pickup: Approx. 1 hour later than regularly scheduled time.
• Attendance: All resulting tardies will be excused.
• Afternoon Routes: Scheduled to run on time.
We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work through these staffing challenges.
Please contact Transportation at 989-687-3249 or email transportation@merps.org with any questions.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
💛 Before the first bell rings and after the school ends, bus drivers are making it all possible. 🚌
A school bus driver is so much more than someone behind the wheel. You are the first warm smile that welcomes a student in the morning, setting a positive tone for their whole day. You are the trusted guardian who safely navigates the roads to bring our children to school and back home to their families. You are a steady presence, an everyday hero, and a vital pillar of our school community.
Without dedicated drivers, learning simply doesn't happen.
We are looking for compassionate, reliable individuals to step into this essential role as Bus Drivers and Aides for Meridian Public Schools. If you want a job where your time and heart truly count, we want to hear from you.
💵 Starting Driver Pay: $23.00 / hour
🎓 Free Paid Training: No experience or CDL required—we support you through every step of certification!
⏰ Flexible Schedule: Great for parents, retirees, or anyone seeking a rewarding routine that fits your lifestyle.
❤️ Real Purpose: Leave a lasting, positive footprint on local students' lives every single day.
Ready to drive our community forward?
🌐 Apply Online: auxilioservices.com
📲 Scan to Apply: Use the QR code on the flyer!
📞 Call Us Today: 989-687-3248
Driving Our Community Forward. ❤️🚌 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
A school bus driver is so much more than someone behind the wheel. You are the first warm smile that welcomes a student in the morning, setting a positive tone for their whole day. You are the trusted guardian who safely navigates the roads to bring our children to school and back home to their families. You are a steady presence, an everyday hero, and a vital pillar of our school community.
Without dedicated drivers, learning simply doesn't happen.
We are looking for compassionate, reliable individuals to step into this essential role as Bus Drivers and Aides for Meridian Public Schools. If you want a job where your time and heart truly count, we want to hear from you.
💵 Starting Driver Pay: $23.00 / hour
🎓 Free Paid Training: No experience or CDL required—we support you through every step of certification!
⏰ Flexible Schedule: Great for parents, retirees, or anyone seeking a rewarding routine that fits your lifestyle.
❤️ Real Purpose: Leave a lasting, positive footprint on local students' lives every single day.
Ready to drive our community forward?
🌐 Apply Online: auxilioservices.com
📲 Scan to Apply: Use the QR code on the flyer!
📞 Call Us Today: 989-687-3248
Driving Our Community Forward. ❤️🚌 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Happy Labor Day, Mustangs! 💙🐴
Today, we honor the spirit of hard work, dedication, and perseverance across our entire community. Whether you’re taking time to kick back and relax, gathering with family, or enjoying the late-summer weather, Meridian Public Schools wishes everyone a safe, restful, and happy holiday!
Thank you for being such an important part of our Mustang family. Enjoy your day! 🎉
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
🏈 Game Day is Here, Mustangs! 🐴
There’s nothing quite like the energy of game day at Meridian! As we kick off another season, we want to thank our incredible community for cheering on our student-athletes and band members.
To keep our campus safe, welcoming, and family-friendly for everyone, please remember that Meridian Public Schools is a 100% Drug- and Alcohol-Free Campus. Alcohol, tobacco products, and all vaping/e-cigarette devices are strictly prohibited everywhere on school grounds.
Let's lead by example, bring our best energy to the stands, and support our team! Read the full letter below for details. 👇
Go Mustangs! 💙🏈✨#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
There’s nothing quite like the energy of game day at Meridian! As we kick off another season, we want to thank our incredible community for cheering on our student-athletes and band members.
To keep our campus safe, welcoming, and family-friendly for everyone, please remember that Meridian Public Schools is a 100% Drug- and Alcohol-Free Campus. Alcohol, tobacco products, and all vaping/e-cigarette devices are strictly prohibited everywhere on school grounds.
Let's lead by example, bring our best energy to the stands, and support our team! Read the full letter below for details. 👇
Go Mustangs! 💙🏈✨#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Huge shoutout to the Sanford Senior Center and our incredible community members for their generous school supply donation! 🎒✨
Superintendent Sarah Glann was honored to accept these supplies on behalf of our Mustangs. From pencils and notebooks to sturdy backpacks, every single item helps our students step into the classroom confident and ready to achieve.
It takes a village — and Meridian Public Schools has the best one around. Thank you for investing in our kids.🧡✏️🎒 #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE #MeridianMustangs
Superintendent Sarah Glann was honored to accept these supplies on behalf of our Mustangs. From pencils and notebooks to sturdy backpacks, every single item helps our students step into the classroom confident and ready to achieve.
It takes a village — and Meridian Public Schools has the best one around. Thank you for investing in our kids.🧡✏️🎒 #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE #MeridianMustangs
🚌 Join the Mustang Team & Make a Difference Every Day! 💙
Auxilio is currently hiring Bus Drivers and Bus Aides for the Meridian Public Schools location. Help our students learn, grow, and succeed while enjoying a schedule that fits your life!
Perks of the Position:
Competitive Pay & Benefits
Flexible Schedules (Great for parents, retirees, or anyone seeking a rewarding routine)
Paid Training Provided (We’ll help you get on the road with confidence!)
Great Team Culture
Whether you're looking to start a new career path or give back to our local community, we’d love to have you on board.
How to Apply:
📲 Online: Visit auxilioservices.com or scan the QR code on the flyer!
📞 Phone: Call 989-687-3248 today.
Stronger Together. Driving Our Community Forward.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Auxilio is currently hiring Bus Drivers and Bus Aides for the Meridian Public Schools location. Help our students learn, grow, and succeed while enjoying a schedule that fits your life!
Perks of the Position:
Competitive Pay & Benefits
Flexible Schedules (Great for parents, retirees, or anyone seeking a rewarding routine)
Paid Training Provided (We’ll help you get on the road with confidence!)
Great Team Culture
Whether you're looking to start a new career path or give back to our local community, we’d love to have you on board.
How to Apply:
📲 Online: Visit auxilioservices.com or scan the QR code on the flyer!
📞 Phone: Call 989-687-3248 today.
Stronger Together. Driving Our Community Forward.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
🎡🐴 Calling All Mustang Fair Participants! 🐴🎡
Did you participate in the Midland County Fair this past week? Or attend another county fair this summer? We want to hear YOUR story! 💬📸
✨ Whether it's blue ribbons, personal milestones, or just your favorite fair moments — we want to CELEBRATE YOU on our official social media pages!
📧 Send us your name, photos, and a quick highlight of your accomplishments to sarah.glann@merps.org by Monday, August 31st.
📲 Then keep an eye on our communication channels — you just might see yourself featured!
Let’s show everyone what it means to be a Meridian Mustang! 💙🤍
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Did you participate in the Midland County Fair this past week? Or attend another county fair this summer? We want to hear YOUR story! 💬📸
✨ Whether it's blue ribbons, personal milestones, or just your favorite fair moments — we want to CELEBRATE YOU on our official social media pages!
📧 Send us your name, photos, and a quick highlight of your accomplishments to sarah.glann@merps.org by Monday, August 31st.
📲 Then keep an eye on our communication channels — you just might see yourself featured!
Let’s show everyone what it means to be a Meridian Mustang! 💙🤍
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Hey Mustangs School Starts Monday, August 24th!
We can't wait to welcome our students back! Please see the last minute reminders below:
🆕 K-12 Enrollment
Are you new to the district or registering an incoming kindergartener?
Visit https://www.merps.org/page/enroll-today to get registered today.
🧸 FREE 4-Year-Old Preschool
Meridian Early Childhood Center now has open spots for our FREE FOR ALL 4-year-old preschool program!
Register online at https://www.michiganpreschool.org/.
For questions or more information, call the MECC office at 989-687-3455, or email Julie Sheets at julie.sheets@merps.org.
🚌 Transportation
If your student is riding the bus this year, please update their schedule by completing the form below or calling:
Fill out the Transportation Request Form
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/533/Meridian_Public_Schools/5700e479-f363-4010-83a7-7661aa1473fd/Request-for-Transportation-Fillable.pdf?disposition=inline.
Email your completed form to transportation@merps.org or call 989-687-3249.
We are so exited to see all of you next week🐴☀️
We can't wait to welcome our students back! Please see the last minute reminders below:
🆕 K-12 Enrollment
Are you new to the district or registering an incoming kindergartener?
Visit https://www.merps.org/page/enroll-today to get registered today.
🧸 FREE 4-Year-Old Preschool
Meridian Early Childhood Center now has open spots for our FREE FOR ALL 4-year-old preschool program!
Register online at https://www.michiganpreschool.org/.
For questions or more information, call the MECC office at 989-687-3455, or email Julie Sheets at julie.sheets@merps.org.
🚌 Transportation
If your student is riding the bus this year, please update their schedule by completing the form below or calling:
Fill out the Transportation Request Form
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/533/Meridian_Public_Schools/5700e479-f363-4010-83a7-7661aa1473fd/Request-for-Transportation-Fillable.pdf?disposition=inline.
Email your completed form to transportation@merps.org or call 989-687-3249.
We are so exited to see all of you next week🐴☀️
Our Food Service Department partner, Chartwells, is hiring! Check out the attached flyer for all of the information. Have questions or want to learn more about the open positions that feed our students everyday? Call 989-687-3212 or email foodservice@merps.org. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NowHiring
REMINDER: Join us TODAY from 4:00PM-6:00PM at the Meridian Early College High School Auditorium for a job fair! Don't forget a copy of your resume, and be ready for on-the-spot interviews tonight! Check out all of our open positions at www.merps.org/nowhiring. See you tonight! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #JobFair #NowHiring
School's in session... for your next career move!
Are you looking for a new opportunity? We'd love to show you why Meridian is the place to be!
Join us on Tuesday, July 28th from 4:00PM-6:00PM at the Meridian Early College High School Auditorium for a job fair! Bring a copy of that resume, your fantastic smile, and get ready for on the spot interviews! Whether you're looking to start a new chapter, or find the perfect fit, this is your chance to make the grade! Check out all of our open positions at www.merps.org/nowhiring. See you then! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #JobFair #NowHiring
🚨 CANCELLATION: Friday, July 17th 🚨
Due to poor air quality predictions in the area, all Summer Strength Training scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, July 17th, is CANCELLED.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
⚠️ SUMMER MEAL UPDATE: TODAY ONLY ⚠️
Due to current air quality conditions, we are modifying today's summer meal pickup at Meridian Elementary to keep our staff and families safe. Please note the location and time changes for today:
⏰ NEW TIME: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Shortened window)
📍 LOCATION: Indoor Pickup (Please use the Meridian Elementary School Bus Loop)
🚗 How it works:
To make this process as quick and easy as possible, we will have utility carts available for you to load the meals directly into your vehicle.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we adjust to keep everyone safe and healthy!
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Due to current air quality conditions, we are modifying today's summer meal pickup at Meridian Elementary to keep our staff and families safe. Please note the location and time changes for today:
⏰ NEW TIME: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Shortened window)
📍 LOCATION: Indoor Pickup (Please use the Meridian Elementary School Bus Loop)
🚗 How it works:
To make this process as quick and easy as possible, we will have utility carts available for you to load the meals directly into your vehicle.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we adjust to keep everyone safe and healthy!
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
🚨 Mustang Quick Update: Back-to-School 🚨
Summer is flying by! Even with 39 days left, these key dates and action items will be here before we know it. Grab your calendar and take care of these quick tasks today:
🗓️ August 17th: 5th Grade Orientation
🗓️ August 19th: Mustangs Back-to-School Events
🗓️ August 24th: First Day of School!
(Stay tuned! We’ll post specific times, locations, and details for these events as we get closer. 📲)
🆕 ENROLLMENT Are you new to the district or registering an incoming kindergartener?
Head over to our enrollment page at https://www.merps.org/page/enroll-today to get registered today. Welcome to the Mustang family! 💙
🚌 TRANSPORTATION If your student is riding the bus this year, it’s time to update their schedule!
Please fill out the Request for Transportation Form and email it to transportation@merps.org or call 989.687.3249 as soon as possible.
✏️ SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS Ready to beat the back-to-school shopping rush? Find everything your student needs here:
🔗 Elementary School Supply List: https://www.merps.org/o/elementary-school/documents/classroom-supply-lists/20281008
🔗 Junior High School Supply List: https://www.merps.org/o/junior-high-school/documents/supply-lists--2026-2027/27607328
Enjoy the rest of your summer, Mustang families! We'll see you so soon! 🐴☀️ #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
🎉 CELEBRATION: Congratulations to Brooke Colley, CFO! 🎓
At Meridian Public Schools we believe that "learners are leaders," and today we are proud to celebrate a major milestone for one of our key district leaders!
Please join us in congratulating Brooke Colley, our Director of Business Services, on earning her official Chief Financial Officer (CFO) certification through the Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO)! 🌟
While the business office is a less visible part of a school district, school business officials are the quiet engine behind the scenes. They manage the complex web of public finance—stretching every dollar, navigating constantly shifting state regulations, securing grants, and balancing the books so our teachers have the resources they need to focus on what matters most: Our Students.
Thank you, Brooke, for your unwavering dedication and hard work to keep Meridian Public Schools strong, compliant, and thriving. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment!
#ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE #MeridianMustangs
At Meridian Public Schools we believe that "learners are leaders," and today we are proud to celebrate a major milestone for one of our key district leaders!
Please join us in congratulating Brooke Colley, our Director of Business Services, on earning her official Chief Financial Officer (CFO) certification through the Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO)! 🌟
While the business office is a less visible part of a school district, school business officials are the quiet engine behind the scenes. They manage the complex web of public finance—stretching every dollar, navigating constantly shifting state regulations, securing grants, and balancing the books so our teachers have the resources they need to focus on what matters most: Our Students.
Thank you, Brooke, for your unwavering dedication and hard work to keep Meridian Public Schools strong, compliant, and thriving. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment!
#ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE #MeridianMustangs
📚 Greatness is Built in the Off-Season 🛠️
Have you ever heard that greatness is built in the off-season? While the classrooms may be quiet right now, educators at Meridian Public Schools are putting in the work this summer to bring their absolute best when the doors open this fall.
Last week, our dedicated team traveled to Chicago, Illinois to attend the Marzano Mastery Approaches Institute. This is an exciting next step in our movement toward Competency-Based Education (CBE), and it marks another powerful step forward in our ongoing journey as a High Reliability School.
At Meridian, we firmly believe that adults are learners first. If we want our students to embody a lifelong love of learning and growing, we have to model that exact mindset ourselves. By diving deep into these Marzano mastery strategies, our educators are ensuring our schools continue to be safe, supportive, and highly effective environments for every child.
When our staff refuses to stop growing, they inspire our students to do the same. We are incredibly proud of our team for dedicating their summer days to refining their craft! 💙🏙️
#ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE #MeridianMustangs
🚌 Tired of sitting in traffic alone? Come sit in traffic with new friends! 🚌
Meridian Public Schools is looking for dedicated Bus Drivers to join our team in Sanford, MI! If you love working with kids and want a job that truly makes a difference in our community, this is the perfect route for you.
Positions are hired through Auxilio Services and come with great perks:
💰 Competitive hourly rates (based on experience)
📚 Paid training
🏥 Health benefits & 401(k)
🎉 Paid company holidays & earned sick time
Ready to start your new journey?
📞 Call us today at (989) 687-3249
🌐 Apply online at www.auxilioservices.com
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Meridian Public Schools is looking for dedicated Bus Drivers to join our team in Sanford, MI! If you love working with kids and want a job that truly makes a difference in our community, this is the perfect route for you.
Positions are hired through Auxilio Services and come with great perks:
💰 Competitive hourly rates (based on experience)
📚 Paid training
🏥 Health benefits & 401(k)
🎉 Paid company holidays & earned sick time
Ready to start your new journey?
📞 Call us today at (989) 687-3249
🌐 Apply online at www.auxilioservices.com
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
🎆 Celebrating Freedom, History, and Renewal! 🌊
Happy Independence Day, Mustang family! Today is an incredibly historic 4th of July as we join the nation in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday! 🇺🇸✨
But right here in the Meridian community, we have an extra, deeply special reason to celebrate. After 6 long years of waiting, resilience, and hard work, Sanford Lake is finally back!
From the historic milestone of our country's Semiquincentennial to the long-awaited return of our lake, today is all about renewal, community, and the unstoppable Mustang spirit. We are so incredibly proud of how our community has stood together to reach this moment.
Whether you are watching the fireworks, firing up the grill, or finally launching a boat back onto Sanford Lake, we wish all of our students, staff, families, and neighbors a safe, joyful, and historic 4th of July!
💙 Enjoy the water, stay safe, and Happy 4th! 🐴❤️
#MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher
Happy Independence Day, Mustang family! Today is an incredibly historic 4th of July as we join the nation in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday! 🇺🇸✨
But right here in the Meridian community, we have an extra, deeply special reason to celebrate. After 6 long years of waiting, resilience, and hard work, Sanford Lake is finally back!
From the historic milestone of our country's Semiquincentennial to the long-awaited return of our lake, today is all about renewal, community, and the unstoppable Mustang spirit. We are so incredibly proud of how our community has stood together to reach this moment.
Whether you are watching the fireworks, firing up the grill, or finally launching a boat back onto Sanford Lake, we wish all of our students, staff, families, and neighbors a safe, joyful, and historic 4th of July!
💙 Enjoy the water, stay safe, and Happy 4th! 🐴❤️
#MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher
