Good Morning Mustangs,

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.
about 1 month ago, Noah Kent

Congratulations to Payten Coggins for being named Meridian's Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen for 2025. Payten was selected from the senior class by the staff for her personal qualities of Dependability (truthfulness, loyalty, punctuality), Service (cooperation, courtesy, consideration for others), Leadership (personality, self-control and ability to assume responsibility) and Patriotism (unselfish interest in family, school, community, and nation.). Payten will be honored at a ceremony later this fall and she will also compete in a scholarship competition. We are so proud of you, Payten! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

about 1 month ago, Amy Boxey
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Donuts & Downloads Reminder!

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
about 2 months ago, Noah Kent
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Reminder! MECHS is hosting parent-teacher conferences on Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. # ReachHigher!
2 months ago, Scott LaFever
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REMINDER: Friday is a half day of school! Dismissal times are as follows:

Meridian Elementary: 11:25AM
Junior High: 11:15AM
High School: 11:20AM

See you at the parade in Downtown Sanford on Friday at 5:00PM and the football game at 7:00PM! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
2 months ago, Noah Kent
Half Day Friday

 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

2 months ago, Sarah Glann
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MECHS Learner Led Conferences are next week! See you there! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

2 months ago, Jo Ellen Billingsley
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Attention Class of 2026! It is time to order your cap and gown! Information packets were distributed during the information session last week, and extra packets are available in the main office. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

2 months ago, Jo Ellen Billingsley
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Happy Friday Mustangs,
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
2 months ago, Sarah Glann
🎉🐴 Homecoming Friday is almost here, Mustangs! 🐴🎉

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
2 months ago, Noah Kent
Homecoming Friday Schedule of Events

Meridian Early College High School expanded its Career and Technical Education programming this year to include the State Street Lineman Academy located in Bay City. Transportation is provided to this program each morning where students gain the knowledge and skills for immediate workforce success. The program also offers CDL certification, First Aid, and OSHA 10 certification. Meridian currently sends 6 students to this exciting CTE opportunity. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs

2 months ago, Amy Boxey
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📣 Nominations Now Open for the Hoofprint Award!

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
2 months ago, Sarah Glann
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Happy Founder's Day, Sanford! The Mustang Marching Band provided some Mustang spirit throughout the parade and Sanford Museum! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
2 months ago, Noah Kent
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📢 Reminder for Mustang Families 🍎✍️

To help us secure funding for School Meals and important Academic Programs and Services, we need every family—regardless of income—to complete the Education Benefits Form (EBF).

📌 Complete the form today: https://meridian.familyportal.cloud/

📌 Printable version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12862sN4zTVnN55ub5oKAKch9F0JDNaAd/view

Thank you for partnering with us to support all Mustangs! 💙🤍
#MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE #ReachHigher
3 months ago, Sarah Glann
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🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day, Mustang Nation! 🐎💙🤍

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
3 months ago, Sarah Glann
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📢 Attention Mustangs:
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
3 months ago, Noah Kent
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🎡🐎 Update for Mustang Families 💙🤍
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
3 months ago, Sarah Glann
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Today the tradition of Senior Sunrise 🌅 commenced, even with the lack of sun and a little added rain to the party. 🌧️ The senior class of 2026 showed up bright and early to have doughnuts with each other to celebrate the start of their final year in high school! 🍩 Have a great year, Class of 2026! 💙 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
3 months ago, Noah Kent
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Meridian Public Schools would like to introduce some of our new staff members for the 2025-2026 school year! Be sure to follow our page over the next few days to meet all of the new faces around Meridian! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NewStaff

Welcome to MES 3rd/4th Grade Music Teacher, and MJHS/MECHS Band Teacher, James O'Connell! We sent each candidate some questions to answer about themselves this year:

What is your favorite food? Pizza!

What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools: This may be biased, but instrumental program is something that I love that Meridian takes pride in. Band is something that students are good at and it's wonderful to see them thrive through music.

What are your hobbies? I love spending time outdoors, playing video games, spending time with friends and family, and playing my instrument. I love teaching band so much that I also spend most of my summer helping other bands in Michigan.

What brought you to our district? I graduated from Meridian in 2016, so getting the chance to come back home where my passion for music first began and share that excitement with students, feels like a full-circle moment.

3 months ago, Noah Kent
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Meridian Public Schools would like to introduce some of our new staff members for the 2025-2026 school year! Be sure to follow our page over the next few days to meet all of the new faces around Meridian! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NewStaff

Welcome to MECHS English Teacher, Dacia Albaugh! We sent each candidate some questions to answer about themselves this year:

How long have you been at Meridian? As a student = 12 years. As a teacher = my FIRST year!

What is your favorite food? Pulled pork nachos with pickles!

What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools: That I grew up having my parents as educators here and now I get to share that opportunity with my own children.

What are your hobbies? Traveling to any beach town in Michigan, CMU tailgating, taking photos of my kids, reading thriller/suspense fiction, Netflix-binging (any true crime mystery docs), playing with my three pups, and napping.

What brought you to our district? After living in Grand Haven for 21 years, I moved back home to be closer to my parents and give my children the opportunity to attend a school that offers an innovative education with PBL and earn credits with the early college program.

3 months ago, Noah Kent
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