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Meridian Public Schools is excited to partner with different organizations around the Great Lakes Bay Region for our first-ever wellness event. Our goal with this event is to provide families and community members with a place to learn more about what our area offers regarding behavioral, mental health, spiritual, and physical health. This event will occur on Wednesday, March 20th from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Meridian Junior High School. We hope to see you there! #ReachHigher

⏰ Here is a friendly reminder to change your clocks tonight. Spring is on the way! #SpringForward #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

Join the Mustang team and become part of something exceptional at Meridian Public Schools! We're looking for amazing people who share passion and enthusiasm for education, teamwork, and making a difference in a child's life. Explore the opportunities that await you at Meridian, and let's create something amazing together: www.merps.org/nowhiring #ReachHigher #MustangCountry #MeridianMustangs

In March, we celebrate #NationalSchoolSocialWorkMonth and we are grateful for Meridian's own Bekka Seer, Bethany Georgia, and Jaime Welmers! Thank you all so much for your dedication and meaningful efforts in supporting all learners at Meridian! We appreciate you! #ReachHigher

Today we are celebrating #NationalMaintenanceWorkerAppreciationDay by thanking our maintenance staff - Vaughn Melchi, Kenneth Longstreth, and Mike Lorenz, for all of their dedication to ensuring we have safe and beautiful facilities for our students and staff. We appreciate you! #ReachHigher

🏫 Happy Public Schools Week! From February 26th to March 1st, let's unite to celebrate the incredible impact of public schools on our communities! 🌟 #PSW24 #HereForTheKids

Mustang Community, help create a healthier school environment! Join an upcoming wellness committee meeting on February 28th at 3:15 in the Commons of the High School. If interested, contact: Brooke Colley (brooke.colley@merps.org) #SchoolWellness #ReachHigher

Today we celebrate #NationalSchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay Thank you to all of our drivers and aides on our buses that ensure our students make it to and from school, safely each day! We appreciate you! #ReachHigher

REMINDER: There is no school on Friday, February 9th as staff engage in professional development, and a vacation day on Monday, February 12th. #ReachHigher

Meridian Public Schools is hiring! Are you, or someone you know, looking for a job? Check out our open positions below! #ReachHigher #NowHiring Elementary Interventionist High School Science Teacher Junior High/High School Evening Custodian Maintenance Worker Childcare Provider School Psychologist Paraprofessionals Subs in all areas

Meridian Public Schools is hiring! Are you, or someone you know, looking for a job? See our open positions below. #ReachHigher #NowHiring Elementary Interventionist High School Science Teacher Junior High/High School Evening Custodian Maintenance Worker Childcare Provider School Psychologist Paraprofessionals Subs in all areas

Good Morning Mustangs, Meridian Public Schools is on a 2 hour delay today, Thursday, January 25th due to fog.

Good Morning Mustangs, Due to road conditions and increased foggy conditions, Meridian Public Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, January 24th. A decision on evening events will be made this afternoon.

Good Morning Mustangs, Meridian Public Schools will be operating on a two hour delay today due to dense fog and icy road conditions.

Good Morning Mustangs! You are invited to participate in the Strategic Planning process for Meridian Public Schools. If you were not able to make the Community Meetings, we are asking you to please complete the survey at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MeridianSP2024 or scan the QR code in the image attached. Thank you in advance for supporting Meridian Public Schools. #ReachHigher

Meridian Public Schools is excited to collaborate with the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan to provide a community-wide food distribution event. Join us on Saturday, January 27th, at Meridian Elementary. The line up begins at 9am and food distribution will take place from 10am-12pm. #ReachHigher

Today we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We are reminded and inspired by his relentless endeavour to encourage others to help those who are in need. "The time is always right to do something right." In the words of Dr. King, “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” Visit MLKDay.gov to find local service opportunities for #MLKDayofService and beyond! How are you giving back? #ReachHigher

Meridian Public Schools is joining 537 local and 56 intermediate school districts across Michigan to celebrate January as School Board Recognition Month. “In another year full of challenges for public education, our school board members persevered to provide the best possible education for our students,” said Superintendent Sarah Glann. “Celebrating School Board Recognition Month is one of the very small ways to express appreciation for all they do!” “Even though we are making a special effort during January to show appreciation for our school board members, we recognize their contributions reflect a year-round effort on their part,” Superintendent Glann said. “No matter what challenges lie ahead for our district in 2024, our school board members will continue to govern to improve student achievement and provide exceptional education for all our community’s children.” #ReachHigher Meridian Public School's Board of Education is composed of seven members: Stephen Grubaugh - President, 7 years of service Megan Clark - Vice-President, 3 years of service Rebecca Hitsman - Treasurer, 12 years of service Dennis Cole - Secretary, 22 1/2 years of service Kristina Brawt - Trustee, 4 1/2 years of service Jennifer Holzinger - Trustee, 1 year of service Deborah Passmore - Trustee, appointed 5/15/2023

Good Evening Mustangs, Meridian Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 12, 2024, due to the Winter Storm Warning issued for Midland County by the National Weather Service. All evening events and practices have been canceled. Please stay warm and be safe. Have a wonderful weekend!

Do you know someone interested in becoming a Teacher? Share the news: A session for aspiring teachers on January 16, 2024, will answer questions about available supports for those pursuing a teaching career. Who should attend: -Those with no degree -Those with a degree, but not a teaching certificate -Those with a teaching certificate who want another grade level or subject -Those who work, or want to work, in Clare, Gladwin, or Midland Counties Participants may attend in person or online, with Zoom links for registrants. See the flyer for more details. #ReachHigher