Meridian Elementary's Family Reading Night and the Scholastic Book Fair are on Thursday, March 13th. See the flyer for details! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
UPDATE: Good Morning Mustangs. Barden Road is back open this morning, including the entrance to the Auditorium Parking Lot. Thank you to our Maintenance Department for their clean up efforts! Have a great day!
REMINDER: Kindergarten Round Up is Thursday, March 6th from 6-7PM at Meridian Elementary. If you have a child turning five years old on or before September 1, 2025, we invite you to attend to learn more about kindergarten at Meridian! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
TRAILS to Wellness is providing a webinar for families and community members in our district on suicide awareness and prevention. Use the link below to register for this free presentation: Suicide Awareness and Prevention for Caregivers and Communities, Thursday, March 20 from 5:30-7pm ET / 3:30-5pm MT. Discussion will take place via Zoom: https://bit.ly/TRAILS_3-20_training #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
📢 This week, we celebrate National School Social Work Week and give a shoutout to our amazing school social workers—Bekka Seer, Jaime Welmers, and Sara Beers! 🎉💙 Your dedication, compassion, and support make a world of difference for our students, families, and staff every day. Thank you for all that you do to help our Mustangs #ReachHigher! 🏫✨ #NationalSchoolSocialWorkWeek #ThankYou #MeridianMustangs
The wellness fair is in full swing! Don't forget to stop out to Meridian Junior High School from now until 7pm! Enjoy free dinner, prizes, and visit with local agencies! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
REMINDER: Stop out to the Meridian Wellness Fair TONIGHT from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Meridian Junior High School! Win a family fun basket, have dinner, play games, and visit with local agencies! Can't wait to see you all tonight! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
✏️ Embracing a week of inspiration, learning, and community pride! Public Schools Week is February 24th - February 28th, 2025. Join us in showcasing the amazing work happening in our public schools! Public schools are the backbone of our society, nurturing future leaders. Let's celebrate the achievements and dedication of our educators!🎉📓 #PublicSchoolProud #MeridianMustangs #ReachHigher #HereForTheKids
Each year on February 15th, National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day is celebrated, and we wanted to share a note of thanks to Meridian School Resource Officer, Jodye Streeter! Thank you for all that you do, Deputy Streeter! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Join Camp Invention this summer at Meridian Elementary! The dates are Monday, July 14th-Friday, July 18th from 8:30-3:30. We are looking for a camp parent. The parent would help promote camp and as a thank you for doing so they will receive a scholarship for one child to attend camp for free! Reach out to Stacey Douglas at stacey.douglas@merps.org if you are interested.
Save the date for the 3rd Annual Midland County Education Career Fair & Expo at Dow High School on Saturday, April 12th, from 1:00PM-3:00PM! If you, or someone you know is looking for a job, send them the attached flyer, and stop by the Meridian booth at the event! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #CareerFair
Better Health = Better Learners! Please join our Wellness Committee meeting Tuesday, February 18th at the High School in the Commons area at 3:15pm to learn more about our wellness policy and goals. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
MERPS REMINDER: There is no school for students on Thursday, February 13th, Friday, February 14th, and Monday, February 17th. School resumes on Tuesday, February 18th. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Happy National School Counseling Week! This week, we celebrate the incredible impact of school counselors, and we are beyond grateful for Shannon Tigner and Carrie Barriger! Their dedication, kindness, and support make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. Whether they’re offering guidance, encouragement, or just a listening ear, they help create a positive and caring school environment. Thank you, Shannon and Carrie, for all you do! #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #ThankYouCounselors #MakingADifference #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Meridian Public Schools is hiring substitute custodians! To apply, visit this link: https://account.edustaff.org/jobs/posting_details/meridian-public-schools-custodial-substitute-custodian-a029e0de64ac4379b690d24f7c6ff077 Have questions? Give us a call at 989-687-3200. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NowHiring
RESCHEDULED! It's time for the second annual Meridian Wellness Fair! Stop out to Meridian Junior High School on Wednesday, February 26th, from 5:00-7:00pm to meet with local agencies, play carnival games, and grab dinner too! 5 family fun baskets will be raffled off at the event; sure to bring fun to the entire family! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #WellnessFair
#MeetTheBoard during Board of Education Recognition Month! Our last board member is our board president, Stephen Grubaugh! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
What makes Meridian an exceptional place for students to learn, grow, and thrive?
Our students receive a quality education, with exceptional teachers.
Which recent district initiatives or achievements fill you with the most pride?
An increasing student enrollment, while other district are losing students, shows that we are a district that is demand.
What do you enjoy most about serving as a school board member for our community?
Our community is very supportive of our students.
#MeetTheBoard during Board of Education Recognition Month! Next up is our board vice president, Megan Clark! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
What makes Meridian an exceptional place for students to learn, grow, and thrive?
Meridian continues to successfully cultivate a culture of engaging academics, dynamic teachers, and effective leaders that is focused on the well-being and success of each student. Our students and staff benefit from amazing family and community support where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and thrive.
Which recent district initiatives or achievements fill you with the most pride?
At the School Board meeting each month, Superintendent Glann and the administration team have showcased student achievement, in addition to adding a student representative to the Board. The accomplishments of all of our students are amazing and it is an honor to learn about some of their successes in person each month. The district has also been increasing recognition and communication of these successes though various methods as we continue to enhance school culture and celebration of student success.
What do you enjoy most about serving as a school board member for our community?
As a member of the Meridian Board of Education, I most enjoy serving our students. Each of our students has the opportunity to receive a quality education, access the resources to further their success, and meet and exceed the goals they set for themselves as they move forward to further contribute to the success of our community and beyond.
#MeetTheBoard during Board of Education Recognition Month! Next up is our board secretary, Dennis Cole! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
What makes Meridian an exceptional place for students to learn, grow, and thrive?
Meridian has a outstanding teaching staff, supported by a dedicated support staff with modern facilities and technology.
Which recent district initiatives or achievements fill you with the most pride?
The outstanding band, and the sports teams are having a outstanding season . Plus there are a lot of other smaller groups doing great things .
What do you enjoy most about serving as a school board member for our community?
Seeing our students mature in our educational setting to become outstanding adults and move on to betterment of family and society.
#MeetTheBoard during Board of Education Recognition Month! Next up is trustee, Jennifer Holzinger! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
What makes Meridian an exceptional place for students to learn, grow, and thrive?
A school district becomes a great place for students to learn, grow, and thrive when it fosters a nurturing environment and a culture of excellence. Strong community and staff engagement play a pivotal role in achieving this. At Meridian, we are lucky to have built a community of exceptional teachers and staff, parents and guardians, mentors and community members – all of whom actively participate in our students' education. This community sets Meridian apart by focusing not only on academic achievements but also the wellbeing of each student, ensuring they are well-equipped for future success.
Which recent district initiatives or achievements fill you with the most pride?
During my relatively short time on the Board of Education, we have worked to rebuild a lot. From leadership teams and strategies to extracurriculars, district culture and curriculum that meets the needs of a modern student and workforce. We have a strong, ambitious vision for the future, and we're beginning to lay the foundation for how we get there.
What do you enjoy most about serving as a school board member for our community?
Joining the Board of Education offered a unique chance for me to apply leadership skills and help shape both the culture and the educational experience at Meridian. Our family’s roots run deep in the community, and serving on the Board of Education has been an important way that our family can give back to a district that means so much to us personally, and to our community. With kids in the Jr. High and High School currently, I have enjoyed the opportunity to influence and contribute to the development of policies, as well as our vision for the future of Meridian Public Schools.
