PYP Pride (K–5)
Week of May 7, 2025
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Happy Wednesday, Families!
It’s Staff Appreciation Week, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate the amazing team that makes our school such a special place. From classroom teachers to support staff, every member of our school family plays a vital role in nurturing, guiding, and inspiring our students each day. We hope you’ll join us in showing your appreciation—whether it’s a note of thanks, a small treat, or simply a heartfelt “thank you,” every gesture means the world!
We’re also officially in the countdown to summer! The final weeks of the school year are packed with exciting events, celebrations, and important updates. Please make sure to read your child’s classroom newsletter each week so you don’t miss a thing.
Thank you,
Melissa Reese
Primary Principal
Peter Pan plays Thursday & Friday
Second star to the right and straight on to the Primary Gym! The Lion’s Acting Troupe proudly presents Peter Pan! Join our wildly talented 2nd–5th grade cast as they battle pirates, fly with fairies, and prove that growing up is totally overrated.
📅 Shows: May 8 - 9 at 6 p.m.
📍 Location: Primary Gym
🎟️ Tickets: $5 on MySchoolBucks or at the door
Prepare to laugh, cheer, and maybe even crow like Peter. It’s going to be magical, mischief-filled, and definitely worth leaving the house for.
Triple A registration opens May 15
Looking for a safe, fun and enriching space for your child to spend time after school? Meridian World School offers in-house Triple A programming for grades K-5!
Registration for Triple A in 2025-2026 will begin on May 15 at 10 a.m.
We have options for every day of the week, including full time after school care until 6 p.m. Many spots in our à la Carte classes fill quickly, so set a reminder to register.
5th Grade Families: Switch Day May 14
May 14 from 1 p.m.- 4:35 p.m.
On Wednesday, May 14 after primary school classes have concluded, we will host Switch Day–an opportunity for your 5th grader to briefly experience life as a middle schooler. Students will meet their future teachers, tour the building, and ask questions as part of their transition to the secondary level. Please see our Welcome Letter for more information and to RSVP. All parents should respond so we may place your student in the correct dismissal location.
Last chance: Student Placement Survey 2025-2026
Administration works hard to balance classrooms and create the best learning environment for each of our students. We invite you to fill out this form by May 12 to help us make the best decisions for your child.
End of Year Parties: volunteers and permissions needed
ViP is hosting exciting End-of-Year parties for primary students on the last day of school, Thursday, May 22, including yard games, popsicles, and bounce houses! (Kindergarten has the chance to enjoy bounce houses during recess because they have a special first year celebration inside the classroom).
Meridian assumes no liability for injuries that may occur in the bounce houses, and therefore:
- Parent permission is required for students to bounce. Those without permission can still enjoy all other activities.
- We need parent volunteers to help supervise the bounce houses to ensure safety (see volunteer opportunities in an email from your room representative).
Grade-level links below include the permission form, RSVP, and a question about pickup plans. Please take a moment to review and submit!
10-10:45 a.m. - 2nd Grade Party
11-11:45 a.m. - 1st Grade Party
12-12:45 p.m. - 3rd Grade Party
12:30-1:15 p.m. - Kindergarten Party in classrooms
1-1:45 p.m. - 5th Grade Party
2-2:45 p.m. - 4th Grade Party
Summer Camp Opportunity: Badgerdog Writing Camp
There are still spots left in the Library Foundation’s Badgerdog Writing Camp, which takes place at Meridian (and other sites) over the summer! The three week camp is open to 3rd-8th graders. See details. The 5th/6th grade class is currently full, but students are welcome to join the other age groups if they feel comfortable.
Student Spring Showcases
The final three spring showcases take place soon!
5th Grade Exhibition - Thursday, May 15 from 5-6 p.m. (no RSVP needed)
Kindergarten Animal Showcase - Friday, May 16 from 11:30 a.m. – noon (RSVP)
4th Grade Passion Project - Tuesday, May 20 from 2-2:30 p.m. (RSVP)
Spring Concert Saturday!
May 10
Orchestra/Choir Concert: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Band Concert: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Secondary students celebrate their hard work this semester with an afternoon of music during our spring concerts! Enjoy a lively array of songs as we round out the school year.
Our students have prepared pieces from a wide variety of genres—some of which will sound very familiar to all! Together, we’ll celebrate a shared passion for music, the beauty of song, and the joy of singing and playing together as a community. This is open to the entire Meridian community!
Cafeteria balances overdue
Thank you to our families who have paid outstanding meal accounts. We’re making progress, but we still have $4,500 overdue. If you’re not sure if you owe, please log into MySchoolBucks today to check; you can pay online or bring a check or cash to the front office in an envelope with your child's name and grade.
Order 25-26 School Supplies for Grades K-8 today!
RockSports Spirit Wear Discounts
Save $6 each on short/long sleeved tees and printed crewneck sweatshirts – now through the end of the school year!
RockSports is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday and is at 1609 Chisholm Trail Rd #100.
IB Initiative: The Transdisciplinary Theme of How We Express Ourselves
Who We Are • Where We Are in Place and Time • How We Express Ourselves
How the World Works • How We Organize Ourselves • Sharing the Planet
How we express ourselves is an inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity, and our appreciation of the aesthetic.
Each grade level at Meridian studies the theme of How We Express Ourselves through the following central ideas:
- Kindergarten - Communication builds knowledge and understanding.
- 1st Grade - Exploring cultures helps build respect.
- 2nd Grade - Creative expression helps deepen our understanding of self and others.
- 3rd Grade - Curiosity inspires creativity.
- 4th Grade - Diversity can strengthen community.
- 5th Grade - 5th Grade’s Exhibition falls under this theme and they are exploring opportunities for the future in their Exhibition. This includes things like careers, personal growth goals, and ways to make our world a better place.
Upcoming enrichment activities
Triple A - After School program themed enrichment activities this month
April 30 - May 16: Movie Musicals - Students will learn an organized movie musical dance to perform for parents and guardians.
May 19 - May 21: Vision Boards - Students will create personalized vision boards with their goals for the future.
May 21: 5th Grade Send Off - 5th grade students will have a parade and small celebration with parents and guardians.
*Parents and guardians of 5th grade students are invited to this event.
Primary Resources
Daily Announcements: Did you know you can watch the daily morning announcements that your student sees? Watch them on Ms. Lieurance’s Announcements Channel.
Toddle: Our one stop site/app for everything PYP. Curriculum, family communications, student portfolio, and more. Learn more about Toddle and sign in.
Skyward: To check report cards, submit an absence, fill out paperwork, and update your contact information, log in to Skyward using this link.
Important Contacts
PYP Principal, Melissa Reese
PYP Assistant Principal Grades K, 2, 4, Donida Garcia
PYP Assistant Principal Grades 1, 3, 5, Brooke Knight
PYP Counselor 1, 3, 5, Heather Mossell
PYP Coordinator grades K-5, Leah Lieurance
SpEd Director, Susan Mais
ARD Coordinator, Anna Brown
504 Coordinator, Dottie Elliott
SpEd Coordinator, April HarrisHelp us reach you
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PYP Calendar
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May 10, 2025
- Band Spring Concert - 5 pm - 7 pm
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May 13, 2025
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May 14, 2025
- 5th Grade Switch Day (Explore 6th grade) - 1 pm - 4:35 pm
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May 15, 2025
- Triple A / à la Carte Registration opens - 25-26 School Year
- 5th Grade: Exhibition - 5 pm - 6 pm
- Board Meeting - 6 pm - 8 pm
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May 16, 2025
- Kindergarten: Animal Showcase - 11:30 am - 12 pm
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May 20, 2025
- Cap and Gown Parade
- 4th Grade: Passion Project - 2 pm - 2:30 pm
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May 21, 2025
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May 22, 2025