Meridian Public Schools is looking for substitute teachers who are ready to make a difference in the lives of our students.
✅ Flexible scheduling
✅ Supportive staff and welcoming school community
✅ A chance to inspire and impact the next generation
Whether you’re a retired educator, a college student, or someone who simply loves working with kids, this is your opportunity to give back to the community.
📩 Apply today through Edustaff: https://edustaff.org/
Be part of something special—be a Mustang! 🐴💙
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Phone service on campus has been restored from TDS. Thank you for your patience today.
Have a great day
Please note that phone services on campus are down due to a TDS outage in our area. If you need to reach the school offices, you can email them with the address below.
Meridian Early Childhood Center - mecc.office@merps.org
Meridian Elementary School - mes.office@merps.org
Meridian Junior High School - mjhs.office@merps.org
Meridian Early College High School - mechs.office@merps.org
Transportation Office - transportation@merps.org
Thank you.
Reminder: Join Meridian Public Schools TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 1st at 6:00pm in the Meridian Auditorium for an important and engaging event to bring our community together!
Guest Speaker: Alisha Meneely from the Michigan Child Protection Registry will share practical tips and tools for protecting our kids in today’s digital world.
Come learn how to keep your family safe online — then stick around for cider and donuts! RSVP for this event here: https://forms.gle/gfyVEB9qdqBeHZdy5
This event is presented in collaboration with Meridian Public Schools and the Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition as part of the Midland Area Community Foundation’s Neighboring Week. Learn more about Neighboring Week at www.midlandfoundation.org/neighboringweek
We can’t wait to see you there! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NeighboringWeek @midlandculturalawareness
Donuts & Downloads
Mark your calendars! Join Meridian Public Schools on Wednesday, October 1st at 6:00pm in the Meridian Auditorium for an important and engaging event to bring our community together!
Guest Speaker: Alisha Meneely from the Michigan Child Protection Registry will share practical tips and tools for protecting our kids in today’s digital world.
Come learn how to keep your family safe online — then stick around for cider and donuts! RSVP for this event here: https://forms.gle/gfyVEB9qdqBeHZdy5
This event is presented in collaboration with Meridian Public Schools and the Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition as part of the Midland Area Community Foundation’s Neighboring Week. Learn more about Neighboring Week at www.midlandfoundation.org/neighboringweek
We can’t wait to see you there! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NeighboringWeek @midlandculturalawareness
You can find the September edition of the Mustang Round Up at the link below: https://meridianpsmi.edurooms.com/engage/meridian-public-schools/newsletters/mustang-round-up
Here’s what’s happening on Friday, September 19th:
✨ Parade Lineup – 4:00pm at Porte Park (limited parking available)
✨ Parade Start – 5:00pm through Downtown Sanford, ending at the Lutheran Church
✨ Football Kickoff – 7:00pm at Meridian
✨ Crowning of Homecoming King & Queen – Halftime of the game
Come out and show your Mustang Pride all day long—let’s make this a Homecoming to remember! 💙💛
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
At Meridian Public Schools, we believe in recognizing those who lead with integrity, inspire others, and leave a lasting impact on our school community.
The Hoofprint Award celebrates staff members—educators, coaches, support staff, directors, and administrators—who embody our district vision:
Mustangs are empowered to be resilient and fearless learners, in order to THRIVE in an ever-changing world.
🏆 Nominees demonstrate leadership, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
📬 Nominations are can be made by staff, students, parents, and community members.
🎉 Award recipients will be honored at our monthly Board of Education meetings.
🔗 Submit your nomination today at: www.merps.org/page/hoofprint
Help us celebrate the Mustangs who make a difference every day!
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Today we celebrate the hardworking men and women who keep our communities strong—and invest in the workforce of tomorrow through Career & Technical Education (CTE) opportunities.
Meridian is proud to partner with Midland County CTE, Bay Arenac ISD CTE, and State Street Academy’s Lineman Program to help our students explore careers, skilled trades, and hands-on learning.
#HappyLaborDay #MustangPride #CTE #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE
We’ve checked, double-checked, and even asked Google…
✅ No school today, Friday, August 29
✅ No school Monday, September 1
😁 Yes, school is back Tuesday, September 2
Enjoy the long weekend, recharge your brains, and don’t forget how to set an alarm by Tuesday morning. 😉 See you all back in the hallways bright and early Tuesday morning for more learning! 💙 #ReachHigher #SeeYouTuesday #MeridianMustangs
We understand that many of you are concerned about the conflict between the start of the 2026–2027 school year and the 2026 Midland County Fair, and we want you to know that we are actively addressing it.
At Meridian, we value the role that 4-H and the fair play in the lives of our students and families. These experiences build responsibility, pride, and community—values we wholeheartedly support.
We are currently working on a revised school calendar for the 2026–2027 year and are committed to finding a solution that supports all Mustang families.
📎 The letter below from Superintendent Glann was emailed to all families and staff this morning. Please take a moment to review it for more details.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Have you been showing, riding, or participating in the Midland County Fair this week? 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 Tuesday, August 19th.
📲 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
🚨 WE ARE LOOKING FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS 🚨
Meridian Public Schools is on the search for amazing substitute teachers to join our Mustang family this school year! 🐴✨
💰 NEW 2025–2026 PAY RATES
⭐ Daily: $120
⭐ Surge Day: $127
⭐ Long-Term:
📅 Days 1–20: $127/day
📅 Days 21–45: $145/day
📅 Days 46+: $246/day
Why sub with us?
✅ Flexible schedule – YOU choose your days!
✅ Supportive, fun, and welcoming school community
✅ The chance to make a lasting difference in a student’s life ❤️
📍 APPLY NOW: www.edustaff.org
📞 989.687.3200 | 🌐 www.merps.org
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
📣 Check it out! 📬
We’re excited to launch "The Mustang Round Up" — the new monthly newsletter of Meridian Public Schools! 🐴💙
Stay connected with the latest district updates, events, highlights, and important information—all in one place.
📖 Take a look at the first edition here:https://meridianpsmi.edurooms.com/engage/meridian-public-schools/newsletters/the-mustang-round-up
#MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE
We’re excited to share that Meridian Early College High School, Meridian Junior High School, and Meridian Elementary School will continue offering FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students at the start of the 2025–2026 school year—thanks to the Michigan Healthy School Meals Program! 🙌
⚠️ Important Note:
The State of Michigan has not finalized the School Aid Budget, so free meals are only guaranteed through September 30, 2025. We will continue to keep you informed of any changes.
✅ ACTION NEEDED: Please complete the Education Benefits Form, regardless of income level.
This helps us:
Secure funding for student meals
Support classroom programs
Possibly qualify your family for additional support
🔗Online EBF Form Link: https://meridian.familyportal.cloud/
🖨️ Printable Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12862sN4zTVnN55ub5oKAKch9F0JDNaAd/view
🥗 Nutrition Tools at Your Fingertips:
We encourage families to explore Nutrislice, a helpful tool that provides menus, nutritional information, allergen data, and carbohydrate counts for all school meals. This tool is available on our Food and Nutrition Services page or by visiting: merps.nutrislice.com
💚 Our Commitment:
Chartwells and Meridian Public Schools are proud to serve healthy, delicious meals every day. We encourage students to try something new.
📞 Questions? Contact:
Taylor Roberts
Food Service Director – Chartwells
📧 foodservice@merps.org | taylor.roberts@merps.org
📞 989-687-3212
#MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE
Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of students? Meridian Public Schools, in partnership with Auxilio, is currently seeking dedicated and reliable bus drivers to join our transportation team!
Why Join Us?
Competitive pay
Flexible hours
A rewarding role making a positive impact on students' daily lives
Family-friendly benefits
Auxilio offers CDL training to help you get started!
Requirements:
Valid CDL with School Bus endorsement (if you don't have one, Auxilio will train you!)
Clean driving record
Passion for working with children
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Interested?
Auxilio is hiring now and providing CDL training for new drivers! Apply today to be part of our Mustang family and help safely transport students to and from school.
For more information or to apply, visithttps://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/96a37bd0-69f6-4cff-84cb-303a0090b09c/AUXILIO-INC or contact Shirley Gingery at 989-687-3248.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
They’ve been working hard all summer long, and now they’re putting the final touches on our buildings to make sure everything is clean, safe, and ready to welcome back students and staff.
Thanks to their dedication, our hallways are gleaming, classrooms are sparkling, and every corner of our schools is shining with Mustang pride! 💪💙
We appreciate all you do to help us start the year strong!
#MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher #MustangsTHRIVE
REMINDER: Join us TOMORROW, Tuesday July 29th, for our job fair! Calling all education job seekers! Do you have what it takes to make a difference in the life of a child? Join us to explore exciting career opportunities in education at our education job fair on July 29th from 9:00am-10:00am and 5:00pm-6:00pm at Meridian Early College High School. Whether you're a teacher, support staff, or aspiring professional, we want to meet you! On-site interviews will be held, so bring your resume and passion for education—your future starts here! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #EducationJobFair
