DP Lions Share (11–12)

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Progress report grades are updated in Skyward

Parents/guardians are encouraged to check their student's grades in Skyward as we are now halfway through Quarter 1. If you have concerns about your student's grades, we invite you to speak with your student first, and then reach out to us if you want to schedule a conference. We are here to support your student if they are struggling with the DP workload.

National Honor Society Applications due tonight!

Students in the 11th and 12th grade who met the 3.5 GPA requirement who are not currently members of NHS received an email from Ms. Holcombe regarding the NHS selection process. Students interested in membership were invited to complete an NHS selection form that is due tonight, Wednesday, Sept 10, before midnight. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

Students selected for membership (and their parents & guardians) are invited to the NHS Induction Ceremony after High School Open House on the night of Monday, September 29. Thank you!

Homecoming Mums and Garters on sale (Grades 6-12)

Homecoming mums and garters are fun, colorful accessories full of ribbons, flowers, and trinkets, worn to show school spirit. The tradition started in the 1930s when students gave each other real flowers for homecoming, and it’s grown into a creative and exciting way to celebrate today!

Buy NOW on MySchoolBucks. Sales end on Sept 17 at noon. Pick up your kit at the mum and garter making event after school on Wednesday, September 17. Wear your mum or garter to school on September 26!

• Middle School mum or garter kit $20 (plus taxes, fees)
• High School mum or garter kit $30 (plus taxes, fees)

Homecoming Semi-Formal Dance:  Tickets on sale & Donations and volunteers needed! (Grades 9-12 only)

Saturday, September 27 from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. 

The high school Homecoming Semi-Formal Dance is the biggest dance of the year! Buy student tickets now. Tickets are $10 on MySchoolBucks until September 26 at noon. At the door, the price goes up to $15 (cash only).

Families: The Homecoming Dance won't be possible without your support! Please sign up to help today for one of 30 volunteer jobs, from setup/cleanup to dance floor monitor, game table dealer, or DJ! Can't make it but want to help? sign up to donate snacks, prizes, or decorations (Same link above). Shout out to parent volunteer Erin Foster (mom of Jane W in 11th grade), for being the lead on this event!

Parent Volunteers Needed for Homecoming Tailgate

I am looking for some parents to volunteer to help with the Homecoming Tailgate on Friday, September 26.  These volunteers will be asked to bring their grill to school and  grill hot dogs (provided by the school) outside on the Mays Patio. This will be a FREE event for high school students (I will pay for hot dogs, buns, chips)–but I need some parents to help me make it happen! Please email me if you would be willing to help!

NEW dates and times: Open Houses (Grades 6-12)

Join us for our Open Houses and meet your student's teachers! You will follow your student's schedule, spending seven minutes in each classroom and hearing a presentation from each teacher. There is no "class" for study halls or advisory.

Students are invited to attend with their parent/guardian (to help them find their classes). This is not a "come and go" event. Please arrive by 5:30 p.m. to enjoy the full experience.

Middle School Open House Schedule

• Tuesday, September 30
• 5:30 - 7 p.m. – Open House
• 7:10 - 7:40 p.m. – Camp Olympia 8th Grade Trip Information Meeting 

High School Open House Schedule

• Monday, September 29
• 4:45 - 5:20 p.m. – TOK Exhibition Night (high school upstairs common area)
• 5:30 - 7 p.m. – Open House
• 7:15 - 8 p.m. – National Honors Society (NHS) Induction Ceremony (Mays Cafeteria)

See details and tips on how to prepare for Open House.

NEW date and time: Senior TOK Exhibition

Monday, September 29 at 4:45 p.m.

Parents/guardians of seniors who are taking Theory of Knowledge (TOK): Please mark your calendars to attend Meridian's 4th Annual "TOK Exhibition." This takes place in the high school upstairs common area right after the High School Open House scheduled on this same evening.

What is the TOK Exhibition? The TOK Exhibition is the internal assessment for Theory of Knowledge. Each student chooses one question from a bank of 35 prompts, all of which explore the nature of knowledge in some way. The Exhibition is an opportunity to examine how TOK manifests in the real world. Come by and chat with the seniors about their work!

Meridian is now a national testing site for the SAT!

We are excited to let you know that for the first time ever Meridian is offering weekend SAT testing on our campus. This is a great opportunity for students to take the SAT in a convenient, familiar testing environment. Seating is limited to 50 students per testing session. This testing is open to all area high school students, so sign up before seats run out.

Seniors may want to use the fall date and juniors may want to use the spring date. If you receive campus-based accommodations, we strongly encourage you to test on one of these two dates:

• Saturday, November 8, 2025 (register by October 24)
• Saturday, May 2, 2026

Students must register and pay for this test through the College Board website.  Questions? Please email our testing coordinator, Paige Bender.

Senior Yearbook Ad: order deadline extended to Sunday

The deadline for parents to purchase a Senior Ad for the yearbook has been extended to Sunday, September 14. Please place your order on this Senior Ad RSVP. It takes just a few minutes to complete. You will build and pay for your senior ad later. 

2nd Annual Meridian Blood Drive with the Red Cross!

Wednesday, October 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

K-12 Parents/Guardians, Juniors and Seniors, and K-12 Faculty and Staff are invited to participate in our 2nd annual Red Cross Blood Donation drive! Your donation saves lives, supporting patients nationwide where it's needed most. Please review blood drive requirements and sign up! All donors receive a $10 Amazon card. Hope to see many of you there!

EE Final Due date is October 14

Overall, we are very pleased with the progress that our seniors are making with their Extended Essays. Parents/guardians are encouraged to talk with their student about how they are doing in regards to making final revisions to their papers.  The final due date for the EE is October 14, the Tuesday after Fall Break.  We encourage students to finish earlier so they can enjoy their break! Students who need support with their EE should reach out to their EE supervisor or our IB librarian, Renee Ramirez. 

Senior Trip registration still open for 11th, 12th grade

It's not too late to sign up for the Senior Trip! The Class of 2026 is going to Scotland and Ireland (33 students currently signed up). The Class of 2027 is going to Rome and Athens (58 students currently signed up). To register, please email Senior Trip Leader Jordan Elbers.

Mark your calendars: Extended essay Zoom meeting for Juniors

Monday, November 10

If your 11th grade student is writing the Extended Essay (a requirement for IB Diploma students and optional for all others), mark your calendar for an informational Zoom meeting scheduled for Monday, November 10 from 6-7 p.m. The EE is a big task; we want to make sure that the expectations and timeline are clear to everyone. Zoom link to come soon. 

College Planning help

Need help with college applications? Seniors and parents / guardians are invited to schedule a one-on-one college planning meeting with our college counselor, Kathy Gregg. Mrs. Gregg has many years of experience advising students through the college application process. Reserve your meeting time today! When you sign up, please try to schedule this conference during a study hall, lunch, or an elective if possible.

🧬 GARSEF Science Fair 2026 🔬

The Greater Austin Regional Science & Engineering Fair (GARSEF) is thrilled to invite students to participate in this year’s exciting Science Fair! This is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore their interests in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands-on research and innovation. This is open to students in grades 3-12. Read more!

Consent Forms Required

If you haven’t already done so, please log into Skyward today to complete two Parent/Guardian Consent Forms to ensure your child is served by nurses and counselors. These are required for the 2025–2026 school year. Learn more or log in today to access the forms. Not sure if you filled them out? They will say "Approved."

Join Advisory Council

Are you interested in sharing feedback and ideas on topics like community engagement, development, and sustainability? You’re invited to join the Advisory Council, where individual committees meet 2-4 times throughout the year to engage in conversations to help move our school forward. If you’re interested, please apply by Friday, September 19!

Founders Day

Homecoming Parade

Thursday, September 25 6:30 p.m.

K-12 students and families are invited to our 2nd annual Homecoming Parade! The parade includes Secondary student clubs, groups, and Athletics. Bring your own chairs, snacks and school spirit and join us in the fun. Volunteers in Partnership will sell pom poms. Plus: enjoy Homecoming Spirit Night at Shake Shack from noon-10 p.m!

Fall Picture Day

Monday, September 29

Fall Picture Day is nearly here! Students should wear their regular school uniform for these pictures that will be used in the Meridian yearbook, The World. More info to come about how to pre-order picture packages.

Volunteer opportunities: Have you done your 20?

Did you miss our Pop Up Volunteer Fair? Check out these slides with opportunities! 

Free and Reduced Meal Application

Applications for the Free and Reduced Meals program are open and remain available all year. Check income eligibility. This application is also available online through MySchoolBucks and takes just 15-30 minutes to complete.

Public Service Announcement: safe storage of firearms

Texas law requires school districts annually to distribute information to parents and guardians about the safe storage of firearms. This page will help you learn about options for safe storage of firearms, as well as how to talk to your child and others.