🐎✨ The Mustang Round Up – February Edition is Here! ✨🐎
📖 Read the February Mustang Round Up: https://meridianpsmi.edurooms.com/engage/meridian-public-schools/newsletters/mustang-round-up-february-2026
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
📖 Read the February Mustang Round Up: https://meridianpsmi.edurooms.com/engage/meridian-public-schools/newsletters/mustang-round-up-february-2026
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Today we celebrate National School Resource Officer Day! Meridian Public Schools has one of the best assigned to our district, here to assist staff and students everyday.
You'll often see Deputy Streeter across campus teaching DARE, making sure students and staff are safe, and saying hello and goodbye to students as they enter and exit the buildings. We would like to thank Deputy Streeter for his commitment to Meridian Public Schools, and his energy he brings to our campus! Thank you, Deputy Streeter! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs 💙🤍
🐎 Your Voice Matters, Mustangs!
Meridian Public Schools is inviting all community members to join us for two upcoming meetings regarding the 2026 “Needs-Based” Bond Proposal on the May 5th ballot.
This $19.88 million proposal is a ZERO TAX RATE INCREASE over the current levy. It’s a thoughtfully planned investment designed to protect our facilities and enhance the learning environment for every student—without raising your current tax rate.
📍 Why attend?
Come get the facts and ask questions about how this proposal impacts:
Safety & Security: Upgrades at all K-12 schools.
Essential Infrastructure: Vital replacements for roofs, HVAC, and expanded parking.
Student Centered Spaces: New classrooms at Meridian Elementary and expanded Industrial Arts & Engineering spaces at the Junior High.
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Meridian Administration Office (3361 N. M-30, Sanford)
Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Meridian Elementary (3353 N. M-30, Sanford)
Can’t make it? Visit www.merps.org/bond for full details or call us at 989.687.3200.
Let’s work together for the future of our children and our community! 💙🐎 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
Meridian Public Schools is inviting all community members to join us for two upcoming meetings regarding the 2026 “Needs-Based” Bond Proposal on the May 5th ballot.
This $19.88 million proposal is a ZERO TAX RATE INCREASE over the current levy. It’s a thoughtfully planned investment designed to protect our facilities and enhance the learning environment for every student—without raising your current tax rate.
📍 Why attend?
Come get the facts and ask questions about how this proposal impacts:
Safety & Security: Upgrades at all K-12 schools.
Essential Infrastructure: Vital replacements for roofs, HVAC, and expanded parking.
Student Centered Spaces: New classrooms at Meridian Elementary and expanded Industrial Arts & Engineering spaces at the Junior High.
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Meridian Administration Office (3361 N. M-30, Sanford)
Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Meridian Elementary (3353 N. M-30, Sanford)
Can’t make it? Visit www.merps.org/bond for full details or call us at 989.687.3200.
Let’s work together for the future of our children and our community! 💙🐎 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
📢 Meridian Public Schools Bond Proposal 🏫
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, voters will be asked to consider a $19.88 million Needs-Based Bond Proposal for Meridian Public Schools — with a ZERO tax rate increase over the current levy.
Guided by the State School Infrastructure Study and community input, this proposal focuses on:
✔️ Facility replacements & improvements such as roofs, HVAC systems, septic systems, and parking
✔️ Safety and security enhancements at K–12 schools
✔️ Student-centered facility improvements, including additional classrooms at Meridian Elementary and expanded Industrial Arts and Engineering spaces at Meridian Junior High School
This thoughtfully planned bond is designed to protect existing facilities while keeping our schools safe, welcoming, and functional for students, staff, and the entire Mustang community 🐎
ℹ️ Learn more at www.merps.org/bond
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, voters will be asked to consider a $19.88 million Needs-Based Bond Proposal for Meridian Public Schools — with a ZERO tax rate increase over the current levy.
Guided by the State School Infrastructure Study and community input, this proposal focuses on:
✔️ Facility replacements & improvements such as roofs, HVAC systems, septic systems, and parking
✔️ Safety and security enhancements at K–12 schools
✔️ Student-centered facility improvements, including additional classrooms at Meridian Elementary and expanded Industrial Arts and Engineering spaces at Meridian Junior High School
This thoughtfully planned bond is designed to protect existing facilities while keeping our schools safe, welcoming, and functional for students, staff, and the entire Mustang community 🐎
ℹ️ Learn more at www.merps.org/bond
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MustangsTHRIVE
📢 MERPS REMINDER: Half day of school on Friday, February 13th, and no school on Monday, February 16th! 🏫 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Elementary Dismissal: 11:25 AM
Junior High Dismissal: 11:15 AM
High School Dismissal: 11:20 AM
Don't forget a copy of the school calendar at www.merps.org/calendar 📆
🏆 JACK PINE CHAMPIONS! 🏆
The Meridian Early College High School Competitive Cheer Team brought the energy and brought home the hardware! 💙📣
✨ Jack Pine Championship WIN
🔥 Highest score of the season: 747.1
So proud of the hard work, dedication, and teamwork that led to this incredible victory. Congratulations, Team—YOU EARNED IT!💙🏆
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #JackPineChampions
The Meridian Early College High School Competitive Cheer Team brought the energy and brought home the hardware! 💙📣
✨ Jack Pine Championship WIN
🔥 Highest score of the season: 747.1
So proud of the hard work, dedication, and teamwork that led to this incredible victory. Congratulations, Team—YOU EARNED IT!💙🏆
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #JackPineChampions
🐎💙 Mustang Safety Reminder: Drop-Off & Pick-Up 💙🐎
At Meridian Public Schools, Mustang safety comes first. We are sharing this reminder because we have observed several unsafe situations during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up. Even one close call is too many.
👉 Please review the drop-off and pick-up maps included in this post.
These maps show the safest traffic patterns for Meridian Elementary and Meridian Junior High and help:
• Keep Mustangs out of moving traffic
• Reduce congestion
• Prevent unsafe crossings
Please help us protect our Mustangs by:
✔️ Driving attentively and following posted speed limits
✔️ Avoiding double parking
✔️ Being patient during busy arrival and dismissal times
✔️ Following the designated routes shown in the maps
Thank you for being part of our Mustang community and for helping ensure every student arrives and leaves school safely. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
At Meridian Public Schools, Mustang safety comes first. We are sharing this reminder because we have observed several unsafe situations during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up. Even one close call is too many.
👉 Please review the drop-off and pick-up maps included in this post.
These maps show the safest traffic patterns for Meridian Elementary and Meridian Junior High and help:
• Keep Mustangs out of moving traffic
• Reduce congestion
• Prevent unsafe crossings
Please help us protect our Mustangs by:
✔️ Driving attentively and following posted speed limits
✔️ Avoiding double parking
✔️ Being patient during busy arrival and dismissal times
✔️ Following the designated routes shown in the maps
Thank you for being part of our Mustang community and for helping ensure every student arrives and leaves school safely. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Celebrating National School Counseling Week! 🎉
The first week in February is designated as National School Counseling Week, and we proudly celebrate and thank two incredible counselors who make a lasting impact every single day at Meridian Public Schools.
Carrie Barriger, MJHS Counselor, and Shannon Tigner, MECHS Counselor, go above and beyond to support our students in every way imaginable. From nurturing students' social and emotional wellbeing, guiding them through state test preparation, and helping them plan for future careers and postsecondary success, their dedication understands the whole child.
More than anything, Carrie and Shannon are committed to helping students grow into confident, capable, and compassionate individuals — preparing them not just for school, but for life. We are so grateful for their hard work, the compassion they put into their work, and the commitment to our students and families. 💙 Thank you for all that you do for Meridian! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
The first week in February is designated as National School Counseling Week, and we proudly celebrate and thank two incredible counselors who make a lasting impact every single day at Meridian Public Schools.
Carrie Barriger, MJHS Counselor, and Shannon Tigner, MECHS Counselor, go above and beyond to support our students in every way imaginable. From nurturing students' social and emotional wellbeing, guiding them through state test preparation, and helping them plan for future careers and postsecondary success, their dedication understands the whole child.
More than anything, Carrie and Shannon are committed to helping students grow into confident, capable, and compassionate individuals — preparing them not just for school, but for life. We are so grateful for their hard work, the compassion they put into their work, and the commitment to our students and families. 💙 Thank you for all that you do for Meridian! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
💖🍪 Who is ready for some Valentine’s Day cookie decorating?! 🍪💖
The Meridian Public Schools Food Service Department is excited to offer Take & Decorate Cookie Platters—perfect for Valentine’s Day!
✨ What’s included for $15? 12 delicious cookies, 3 homemade frosting bags, and 4 fun sprinkle options in each box!
Order Deadline:
⏰ Orders accepted until 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 8th OR once 75 boxes have been sold!
🛒 Place your order here: www.merps.org/cookieorders
💵 Payment: Due at pickup, and is cash or check only for this sale! Checks can be made payable to Meridian Public Schools. All proceeds go directly back into the Meridian Food Service fund, supporting the cafeterias our students enjoy every day!
📍 Pickup Location:
Meridian Early College High School – Cafeteria
Thursday, February 12th: 3:00–3:45 PM
Friday, February 13th: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
📧 Have Questions? Email the Food Service office at foodservice@merps.org
Thank you for supporting Meridian Food Service—and happy decorating! 🍪 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
The Meridian Public Schools Food Service Department is excited to offer Take & Decorate Cookie Platters—perfect for Valentine’s Day!
✨ What’s included for $15? 12 delicious cookies, 3 homemade frosting bags, and 4 fun sprinkle options in each box!
Order Deadline:
⏰ Orders accepted until 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 8th OR once 75 boxes have been sold!
🛒 Place your order here: www.merps.org/cookieorders
💵 Payment: Due at pickup, and is cash or check only for this sale! Checks can be made payable to Meridian Public Schools. All proceeds go directly back into the Meridian Food Service fund, supporting the cafeterias our students enjoy every day!
📍 Pickup Location:
Meridian Early College High School – Cafeteria
Thursday, February 12th: 3:00–3:45 PM
Friday, February 13th: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
📧 Have Questions? Email the Food Service office at foodservice@merps.org
Thank you for supporting Meridian Food Service—and happy decorating! 🍪 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Before break, the 5th graders had the opportunity to design and submit a bookmark to help celebrate the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library's 125th year of service. We are happy to announce that 7 students have been chosen from Meridian for the community voting! Stop by GADML to vote for your favorite by February 7th!
Congrats to Ariyanna Metzger, Addilynn Hage, Jake Beach, Maddilyn Forton, Laken Gross, Graham Billingsley and Piper Harris. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Shoutout to Meridian Director of Bands Matthew Shephard, who presented at the Michigan Music Conference, in a standing room only session, last week about the Meridian Music program. The band program that Meridian offers includes students from grades 5th through 12th, and also includes opportunities like marching band, concert band, jazz band at the Junior High and High School level, solo and ensemble opportunities and so much more. A community point of pride for us, Meridian is proud of Mr. Shephard and Mr. O'Connell for their hard work with the band program, making it what it is today. Fun fact - did you know that Mr. O'Connell is a Meridian Band Alumni? Go Blue! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #SmallSchoolBIGOpportunities
Good Morning Mustangs,
Please see the press release linked below from the Midland County Emergency Management Office regarding the artic cold temperatures expected this weekend. The press release contains information about warming shelters and resources from 2-1-1.
See the press release here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zm5HE2dD8Rzq5Q8bWUErEjm8Qyc0aKDK/view?usp=drive_link
Please stay safe and warm, Mustangs!
Please see the press release linked below from the Midland County Emergency Management Office regarding the artic cold temperatures expected this weekend. The press release contains information about warming shelters and resources from 2-1-1.
See the press release here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zm5HE2dD8Rzq5Q8bWUErEjm8Qyc0aKDK/view?usp=drive_link
Please stay safe and warm, Mustangs!
🎓 Leadership in Action. Learning in Motion.
At the Michigan Association of School Administrators Mid-Winter Conference, Superintendent Glann exemplified what it means to lead as a learner. While continuing her own professional learning, she also shared her expertise in school finance with fellow superintendents through her session:
“Fiscal Oversight Matters: Key Look-for’s in School Finance & Operations.”
At every level, Mustangs Are Learners 🐎—growing, leading, and lifting others along the way. 👏📊
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MASA
At the Michigan Association of School Administrators Mid-Winter Conference, Superintendent Glann exemplified what it means to lead as a learner. While continuing her own professional learning, she also shared her expertise in school finance with fellow superintendents through her session:
“Fiscal Oversight Matters: Key Look-for’s in School Finance & Operations.”
At every level, Mustangs Are Learners 🐎—growing, leading, and lifting others along the way. 👏📊
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #MASA
Well, it appears that someone must have been watching the movies Frozen 1 & 2, and summoned Elsa to cast a wintery spell upon Michigan and plunge us into a blanket of iciness. ❄️ When it gets this cold outside, don't lick the basketball hoop pole. Your tongue will freeze to it. Don't ask us how we know... 🥶😂 Stay safe and warm tomorrow, Mustangs, but don't step in a puddle, Olaf will be watching! ☃️ We will see you all back in the hallways on Monday! A decision on evening events will be made around noon tomorrow and will be posted on social media and our website. The NHS blood drive scheduled for tomorrow has been CANCELLED. #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #SnowDay
Good evening Mustangs,
Meridian Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to forecasted temperatures of -20 or colder for the day. We will make a decision by noon on evening practices and games. Please stay safe and warm!
Meridian Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to forecasted temperatures of -20 or colder for the day. We will make a decision by noon on evening practices and games. Please stay safe and warm!
✅ TRAFFIC UPDATE: M-30 School Zone Signal Repaired
Great news, Mustang Families! 🐎💙
The southbound M-30 school zone blinking light (north of Meridian Junior High) has been successfully repaired by MDOT and is now fully operational.
We want to thank MDOT for their quick response and our community for exercising extra caution while the signal was down. Even with the light back in action, please continue to stay alert and keep our students safe during arrival and dismissal!
Thank you for your patience and for helping us keep our Mustangs safe.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Great news, Mustang Families! 🐎💙
The southbound M-30 school zone blinking light (north of Meridian Junior High) has been successfully repaired by MDOT and is now fully operational.
We want to thank MDOT for their quick response and our community for exercising extra caution while the signal was down. Even with the light back in action, please continue to stay alert and keep our students safe during arrival and dismissal!
Thank you for your patience and for helping us keep our Mustangs safe.
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
⚠️ IMPORTANT TRAFFIC UPDATE: M-30 School Zone ⚠️
Attention Mustang Families and local drivers! We want to share an update regarding the southbound M-30 school zone blinking light (located north of Meridian Junior High).
The signal is currently not working. Here is the latest information:
Status: MDOT has been notified and has parts on order.
Timeline: They expect the light to be repaired by the end of this week.
Safety First: Please use extra caution and slow down in this area, especially during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
The safety of our students is our top priority! We are staying in close contact with MDOT and will provide updates if the repair timeline changes.
Thank you for helping us keep our Mustangs safe! 🐎💙
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Attention Mustang Families and local drivers! We want to share an update regarding the southbound M-30 school zone blinking light (located north of Meridian Junior High).
The signal is currently not working. Here is the latest information:
Status: MDOT has been notified and has parts on order.
Timeline: They expect the light to be repaired by the end of this week.
Safety First: Please use extra caution and slow down in this area, especially during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
The safety of our students is our top priority! We are staying in close contact with MDOT and will provide updates if the repair timeline changes.
Thank you for helping us keep our Mustangs safe! 🐎💙
#ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Does your child use a device with a screen to access media? Do you know what steps you can take to keep your child safe online? Join Alisha Meneely, Government & Community Outreach Director for the MI Child Protection Registry virtually from 12-1pm on Wednesday, February 18th, or in person from 6-7:30pm at Creative360 in Midland. This event is hosted by the Youth Impact Partnership, a local committee comprised of K-12 educators and youth serving nonprofits who come together to engage in shared learning and skill building to support youth across Midland County. For more information about Youth Impact, visit midlandfdn.org/initiative/youthimpact. Visit this link to join the meeting virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89097277368?pwd=rG124H0Wy7EUgiKNVeUkp1M2gsZmma.1 #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
Who's hungry! It's breakfast time at Meridian! January is National Oatmeal Month and we are showcasing the nutritional value of oats as a great whole grain to get your brain started for a day of learning! Don't forget to join us for free breakfast daily at each building!
Meridian Elementary - 7:55am-8:25am
Meridian Junior High - 7:40am-7:55am
Meridian Early College - 6:45am-8:05am
See you in the cafeteria! #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs #NationalOatmealMonth
Today we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his message of justice and equality. "If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward." -Martin Luther King Jr. #MLKDay #ReachHigher #MeridianMustangs
