District News Archive Spring 2025
District News Archive Spring 2025
Week of January 8, 2025
Two actions for currently-enrolled families: admissions for 2025-2026 School Year
January 1 – February 28
Siblings new to Meridian (K-9): apply now for next school year!
If a currently enrolled student's sibling will be new to Meridian in the 2025-2026 school year (in grades K-9), please fill out an application for the sibling before February 28. Siblings receive priority in the lottery but must apply before the deadline.
Currently enrolled students: One-question Commitment Form
Please fill out a one-question Commitment Form on Skyward. The form is available to the primary parent (the one listed first) on Skyward. There are three options for the answers: returning, not returning, not sure yet. This is not a final answer; this allows us to plan for the admissions process.
If you have questions please email [email protected].
Annual MLK Jr. March
Friends and family are invited to this annual event hosted by Triple A! Meet at the primary school entrance/lobby area. We hope to see you there as we honor the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr.
Opportunity to engage in Advocacy
Texas Public Charter School Association (TPCSA) invites Meridian families to join their mailing list to receive action alerts and other emails this upcoming legislative season. If interested, please subscribe to their emails here. To learn more about the upcoming session (which starts January 14) and charter school priorities, you can visit TPCSA’s site.
TPCSA is a statewide organization representing Texas charter schools and works closely with us to advocate for public charter schools and the thousands of students we educate.
Week of January 15, 2025
Two actions re: 2025-2026 School Year
January 1 – February 28
Siblings new to Meridian (K-9): apply now for next school year!
If a currently enrolled student's sibling will be new to Meridian in the 2025-2026 school year (in grades K-9), please fill out an application for the sibling before February 28. Siblings receive priority in the lottery but must apply before the deadline.
Currently enrolled students: One-question Commitment Form
Please fill out a one-question Commitment Form on Skyward. The form is available to the primary parent (the one listed first) on Skyward. There are three options for the answers: returning, not returning, not sure yet. This is not a final answer; this allows us to plan for the admissions process.
If you have questions please email [email protected].
Teacher Experiences Auction raised nearly $10,000!
Thank you for supporting our bi-annual Teacher Experiences Auction! Together, we raised $9,511 to be used toward special school projects like a marquee.
Federal Report Card available
The 2023-2024 Federal Report Cards for Texas schools are now available through the TEA website. See what information federal report cards contain and review Meridian’s 23-24 Federal Report Card here.
MYP Theatre Class presents: Anon(ymous)
January 29 at 6 p.m.
Join Advanced MYP Theatre in the Black Box for a free performance of Anon(mous), by Naomi Izuka. Separated from his mother, Anon, a young refugee, journeys through the United States, encountering a wide variety of people -- some kind, some dangerous and cruel -- as he searches for his family. From a sinister one-eyed butcher to beguiling barflies to a sweatshop, Anon must navigate through a chaotic, ever-changing landscape in this entrancing adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey.
Week of January 22, 2025
Two actions re: 2025-2026 School Year
January 1 – February 28
Siblings new to Meridian (K-9): apply now for next school year!
If a currently enrolled student's sibling will be new to Meridian in the 2025-2026 school year (in grades K-9), please fill out an application for the sibling before February 28. Siblings receive priority in the lottery but must apply before the deadline.
Currently enrolled students: One-question Commitment Form by Sunday!
Please fill out a one-question Commitment Form on Skyward before Sunday. The form is available to the primary parent (the one listed first) on Skyward. There are three options for the answers: returning, not returning, not sure yet. This is not a final answer; this allows us to plan for the admissions process.
If you have questions please email [email protected].
Friends of Meridian's Chicken Welcome Party
Sunday, January 26 from 2-4 p.m.
Join the Friends of Meridian and the Chicken Committee at the coop in the primary playground Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Bring the family to meet the eight chickens, and enjoy chicken-care training, games, hot chocolate, pictures with the chickens, and education with their vet tech! Park in front of the high school. This qualifies for training if your family would like to sign-up to take care of the chickens in the future.
Join Our Team: Substitute Teachers Needed!
Are you passionate about making a difference in students' lives? We are currently seeking substitute teachers, specifically in the area of special education, to join our team!
Substituting in special education provides a unique and rewarding opportunity to support students with diverse learning needs and help them succeed. Whether you have experience in education or are looking to step into the classroom for the first time, we welcome individuals who are dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting student success.
If you’re interested in becoming a substitute teacher and joining our amazing school community, apply today!
Sharing: car seat and booster inspections
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is holding free car seat and booster seat inspections Friday, January 24 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Round Rock. See details and share the flyer here.
MYP Theatre Class presents: Anon(ymous)
January 29 at 6 p.m.
Join Advanced MYP Theatre in the Black Box for a free performance of Anon(ymous), by Naomi Izuka. Separated from his mother, Anon, a young refugee, journeys through the United States, encountering a wide variety of people – some kind, some dangerous and cruel – as he searches for his family. From a sinister one-eyed butcher to beguiling barflies to a sweatshop, Anon must navigate through a chaotic, ever-changing landscape in this entrancing adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey.
Week of January 29, 2025
Health Clinic reminder: staying home when sick
If your student has a fever, or has had a vomiting/diarrhea episode and they have a test or project that day, please do not give them medication then send them to school and plan on picking them up after the test. Your student is contagious to the teacher and other students and will likely do poorly on their work. Arrangements will be made for all makeup projects and tests.
Siblings new to Meridian (K-9)? Apply now for next school year!
If a currently enrolled student's sibling will be new to Meridian in the 2025-2026 school year (in grades K-9), please fill out an application for the sibling before February 28. Siblings receive priority in the lottery if they apply before the deadline.
MYP Theatre Class presents: Anon(ymous)
New date! February 5 at 6 p.m.
Join Advanced MYP Theatre in the Black Box for a free performance of Anon(ymous), by Naomi Izuka. Separated from his mother, Anon, a young refugee, journeys through the United States, encountering a wide variety of people – some kind, some dangerous and cruel – as he searches for his family in this entrancing adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey.
Join Our Team: Substitute Teachers Needed!
Are you passionate about making a difference in students' lives? We are currently seeking substitute teachers to join our special education team!
Substituting in special education provides a unique and rewarding opportunity to support students with diverse learning needs and help them succeed. Whether you have experience or are looking to step into the classroom for the first time, we welcome individuals who are dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting student success.
If you’re interested in becoming a substitute teacher and joining our amazing school community, apply today!
Week of February 5, 2025
Morning carline reminder: enter off of Mays only
Upcoming Dress Days
Festival of Cultures: 10 more country tables needed
Sign up to host a country booth today, and check out all of the other awesome activities planned for International Week!
Arts and Science Fest call for activities
April 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Save the date for Meridian's 3rd annual Arts and Science Fest! Enjoy a variety of STEAM experiences hosted by both our school and local community.
Do you have a local business or organization that would like to participate? Complete this form or email Lynda Chapel.Black History Month Jamboree
Friday, February 21 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Meridian Black Student Union presents a Black History Month Jamboree: Celebrating Black Culture. Open to Meridian families (grades 8-12 can attend without a guardian, but we highly encourage parent/guardian attendance). Enjoy talent acts, visual arts, a fashion show, Black history speeches, and snacks. Sign up to attend and/or join activities.
Annual Fund appeal from our Founder and CEO
Meridian World School relies on financial contributions from families to maintain teacher IB training, outfit our libraries with books and programs, allow for additional counselors to meet student needs. We're still $100,000 short of our goal to fund these vital needs. Can you help with a donation of $300 or more?
MYP Theatre Class presents: Anon(ymous)
February 5 at 6 p.m.
It’s tonight! Join Advanced MYP Theatre in the Black Box for a free performance of Anon(mous), by Naomi Izuka, an entrancing adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey.
Week of February 12, 2025
World Parade Deadlines
Two event opportunities
We still need eight more country/regional tables at Festival of Cultures March 1! Sign up to host a country booth today! It's from 2 p.m.to 5 p.m.
Save the date for our Arts and Science Fest! It's April 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Do you have a local business or organization that would like to participate? Complete this form or email Lynda Chapel.
Black History Month Jamboree
Friday, February 21 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Meridian Black Student Union presents a Black History Month Jamboree: Celebrating Black Culture. Open to Meridian families (grades 8-12 can attend without a guardian, but we highly encourage parent/guardian attendance). Enjoy talent acts, visual arts, a fashion show, Black history speeches, and snacks. RSVP to attend and/or join activities.
IB Initiative: The Learner Trait of Communicator
This quarter, our IB Initiative each week will focus on one of the learner profile traits.
Inquirers • Knowledgeable • Thinkers • Communicators • Principled
Open-Minded • Caring • Risk-takers • Balanced • Reflective
According to IB, communicators express themselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. They collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
Communicators use communication skills, including taking in information through reading, watching and listening and sharing information through speaking, writing and non-verbal means of communication. This week on the announcements we will continue our exploration of people who demonstrate this trait and tie our learning to Black History Month as well by learning about people like Levar Burton, artists and writers of the Harlem Renaissance, Abraham Lincoln, and Frederick Douglass.
Find activities and book ideas on Meridian’s website to extend the discussion of what it means to be a communicator at home.
Week of February 19, 2025
Urgent carline action needed
Please pull past the crosswalks to the designated drop off locations before allowing your student to exit the vehicle. When they leave the vehicle in the middle of the line, it puts them in danger of drivers who may not see them. Please also remind students to then use the crosswalks to get to the buildings. It takes all drivers, students, and staff working together to create a safe carline.
Black History Month Jamboree & Dress Day
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- 'Celebrate Black Culture' spirit wear
- Black history/culture themed T shirt
- Colors (red, black, yellow, green)
- Do you have roots in African culture? Wear your traditional African attire!
The Meridian Black Student Union presents a Black History Month Jamboree: Celebrating Black Culture! Open to Meridian families (grades 8-12 can attend without a guardian, but we highly encourage parent/guardian attendance). Enjoy talent acts, visual arts, a fashion show, Black history speeches, and snacks. RSVP to attend!
Charter School Support Petition
Public charter schools receive $1,600 less per student than other public schools.
Why? The funding gap is caused by unequal facilities funding. State law caps the total amount of dollars that public charter schools receive to buy and maintain their buildings.
As a result, public charter schools must pull funding from other priorities — such as teacher salaries, technology, and tutoring — to cover facilities expenses. You can sign this petition from the Texas Public Charter Schools Association and help show your support of charter schools!
Yearbook sales close Friday
It’s your last guaranteed chance to buy a K-12 yearbook! Not sure if you ordered one? Check for an email from Stela Holcombe on February 12. Order today!
Festival of Cultures
March 1 from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Please join us for the Festival of Cultures! Visit more than 30 cultural booths and activities, hosted by families, student groups, and local restaurants. Enjoy Primary performances led by Ms. Stow, and our very own Black Culture Choir!
There’s still time to sign up to host a country booth today!
Arts and Science Fest
April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Save the date for our Arts and Science Fest! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making.
Week of February 26, 2025
Tonight! DP Theatre presents Queens
World Parade and Festival of Cultures
Experience Meridian: Mini Job Fair
Saturday, March 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Interested in working at Meridian or know some amazing educators who’d like to join our team? Check out our Experience Meridian Mini Job Fair Saturday, March 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Register for your spot or forward to family and friends today.
Monitoring measles outbreak in Texas
We are monitoring the measles outbreak in Texas and want to share that currently, 97% of our student population is fully vaccinated, which is higher than required for the Meridian school setting to remain safe. The clinic is monitoring students for symptoms of measles and will follow the CDC guidelines for measles. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the nurse.
Arts and Science Fest
April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Save the date for our Arts and Science Fest! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making.
Week of March 5, 2025
Community Planting Day this Saturday
Saturday, March 8
Thanks to a generous donation from a local native plant wholesaler, we have more than 75 5-gallon Texas sage shrubs to plant along our playground!
These hardy shrubs will provide year-round greenery and a small barrier to the highway. Interested in helping us plant them? Please bring shovels and gloves and sign up!
Yearbook Update: almost sold out
Did you miss the ordering deadline? There are a few remaining books that are being sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Not sure if you purchased a yearbook? There are three easy ways to find out!
- Verify your yearbook purchase here
- Search your email for the following phrase: Jostens Order Confirmation #
- Call 1-877-767-5217 to speak with a Jostens customer service representative. Once connected, please ask to ‘verify your 2025 yearbook purchase.’ Customer service is available weekdays 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Experience Meridian: Mini Job Fair
Saturday, March 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Interested in working at Meridian or know some amazing educators who’d like to join our team? Check out our Experience Meridian Mini Job Fair Saturday, March 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Register for your spot or forward to family and friends today.
Arts & Science Fest
April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
We're gearing up for our Arts & Science Fest! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making.
Get your Arts & Science T-shirt here! Shirts are approves spirit wear and are a super soft Tultex blend.
Monitoring measles outbreak in Texas
We are monitoring the measles outbreak in Texas and want to share that currently, 97% of our student population is fully vaccinated, which is higher than required for the Meridian school setting to remain safe. The clinic is monitoring students for symptoms of measles and will follow the CDC guidelines for measles. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the nurse.
Charter School Support Petition
Charter schools receive on average $1,600 less per student than other public schools. The funding gap is caused by unequal facilities funding. State law caps the total amount of dollars that public charter schools receive to buy and maintain their buildings.
As a result, public charter schools must increasingly pull funding from other priorities – like our annual fund – to cover facilities expenses. You can sign this petition from the Texas Public Charter Schools Association and help show your support of charter schools!
Week of March 12, 2025
Meridian has an opening for a community member (non-parent) to join the Board of Directors. Please help us spread the word!
After serving as a board member for the past five years, Scott Duff is moving to Colorado with his wife, Katherine (a member of the founding group). Scott has served us since 2020, through the pandemic, refinancing, and a transition in leadership. We are very grateful to him and to Katherine for their contributions to Meridian since the very beginning!
Our bylaws call for a total of seven members, one of which is to be a parent of a Meridian student. The parent position is filled by Tejal Bhalani. So this open position must be filled by a community member.
Should you know someone who is looking for a volunteer opportunity to serve as a board member, please contact [email protected] and/or share this Board Candidate Packet and Application. Applications are due by April 5.
Experience Meridian: Mini Job Fair
Saturday, March 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Interested in working at Meridian or know some amazing educators who’d like to join our team? Check out our Experience Meridian Mini Job Fair Saturday, March 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Register for your spot or forward to family and friends today.
Arts & Science Fest: volunteers needed!
April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
We're gearing up for our Arts & Science Fest! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making. If you can volunteer, please sign up to volunteer today! We still have 50 openings and cannot put this event on without help from families and students. Volunteers receive a free T-shirt!
If you can't volunteer and want to snag a shirt, purchase your Arts & Science T-shirt here! Shirts are approves spirit wear and are a super soft Tultex blend.
Friends of Meridian presents their 4th Annual International Celebration of Flavors
March 28 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Kinningham House, Round Rock
Week of March 26, 2025
Experience Meridian: Mini Job Fair
Saturday, March 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Interested in working at Meridian or know some amazing educators who’d like to join our team? Check out our Experience Meridian Mini Job Fair Saturday, March 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Register for your spot or forward to family and friends today.
Arts & Science Fest is nearly here!
April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Just one and a half weeks until our Arts & Science Fest! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making. If you can volunteer, please sign up to volunteer today! We need 35 more volunteers to help the event run smoothly. Volunteers receive a free T-shirt!
Friends of Meridian presents 4th Annual International Celebration of Flavors
March 28 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Kinningham House, Round Rock
Join Friends of Meridian Friday for the 4th Annual International Celebration of Flavors: Sips, Samples & Silent Auction—an evening of global bites, drinks, and community fun!
Find event tickets here. This event and auction are age 21+. The auction is open until Friday at 8:30 p.m. Proceeds from the silent auction and event fund sustainable education projects at Meridian.
Willy Wonka Jr.
April 11, 12, 25, 26
Join us for a world of pure imagination! The Meridian Mechs proudly present Willy Wonka Jr. on April 11, 12, 25, and 26, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mays gym. Bring the whole family for a delightful evening of music and magic. Tickets will be available Friday on MySchoolBucks. Don't miss out!
Local election registration deadline: April 3
Local elections are important because the decisions made by local elected officials have great impact on our daily lives. They make decisions about the schools our kids go to, for example. Encourage your students to see the power of voting close-up! Talk about the importance of voting in our local elections, and take your kids along when you go vote during Early Voting in Williamson County, which goes from April 22 to April 29, with the final voting day of May 3.
If your teen will be 18 by May 3, they can vote as well! They would need to register by April 3, and voter registration forms are available at Meridian.
Meridian supports student civic engagement. We offer regular opportunities to voter-educate your student and register those eligible to be ready for this spring’s local election and every election. Studies show that students who are encouraged to vote from 18 on become lifetime voters!
Meridian has an opening for a community member (non-parent) to join the Board of Directors. Please help us spread the word!
Our bylaws call for a total of seven members, one of which is to be a parent of a Meridian student. This open position must be filled by a community member.
Should you know someone who is looking for a volunteer opportunity to serve as a board member, please contact [email protected] and/or share this Board Candidate Packet and Application. Applications are due by April 5.
Week of April 2, 2025
Save the date: Parent/Guardian Meeting
April 24 from 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
We're offering a hybrid Zoom and in-person Parent & Guardian meeting Thursday, April 24. We look forward to seeing you in person at 6 p.m. in the Mays Café or virtually via Zoom webinar.
See rocket launches at Arts & Science Fest Saturday
April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Arts & Science Fest is nearly here!! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making.
Tickets to the Planetarium are $1 each, and the first show starts right at 10:05 a.m.! Arrive by 9:50 a.m. if you want to catch the first show. There are 35 spots.
Thank you to presenting sponsor ThermoFisher Scientific!
Advocacy corner
Charter Funding Support Petition
Public charter schools enrich our education system with more high-quality options. That means more Texas children — no matter their background or needs — can thrive.
However, charter schools receive on average $1,600 less per student than other public schools. Your voice matters! Please take a moment to sign this petition.
Local election information
Local elections are important because the decisions made by local elected officials have great impact on our daily lives. Early Voting in Williamson County goes from April 22 to April 29, with the final voting day of May 3.
If your teen will be 18 by May 3, they can vote as well! They would need to register by April 3, and voter registration forms are available at Meridian.
Willy Wonka Jr.
April 11, 12, 25, 26
Join us for a world of pure imagination! The Meridian Mechs proudly present Willy Wonka Jr. on April 11, 12, 25, and 26, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mays gym. Bring the whole family for a delightful evening of music and magic. Tickets will be available Friday on MySchoolBucks. Don't miss out!
Week of April 9, 2025
Cafeteria Balances
A reminder: Please clear any meal balances owed to the Cafeteria (check MySchoolBucks) before the end of the school year. Any remaining funds will carry over to the next year.
Returning Student Registration: Required by Wednesday, April 30
Deadline to complete: Wednesday, April 30
It’s time to complete returning student registrations for each student! Log into your parent/guardian Skyward account. There is a separate Returning Student Registration tile for each child in your family.
Address changes: If your address has changed, please email a copy of your most recent utility bill to the registrar or drop it off in person.
Spring Parent/Guardian Meeting
April 24 from 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
We're offering a hybrid Zoom and in-person Parent & Guardian meeting Thursday, April 24. We look forward to seeing you in person at 6 p.m. in the Mays Café or virtually via Zoom webinar.
Meridian plastic film recycling drive with Ridwell
Drive runs through April 25! 
Meridian School has joined Ridwell’s plastic bag recycling drive for schools! Do you have plastic bags saved up to recycle but don’t know what to do with them? Start saving bags now and bring them to the school between April 22-25 – we’ll turn them into Ridwell to recycle! Read on to learn more and to find out how you can help Meridian get a year of free plastic film pick up.
Animal rescue donation drive
April 8-17
Help 11th graders Jocelyn, Lillian and Leah on a donation drive for their CAS project (Creativity, Activity, Service, an IB diploma requirement). Now through Thursday, April 17, you can drop off canned/dry dog food, dog treats like Greenies, dog toys, and collars, leashes, and food/water bowls (all new or like new). Boxes are in the Mays/High School lobbies.
Advocacy corner
Charter Funding Support Petition
Public charter schools enrich our education system with more high-quality options. That means more Texas children — no matter their background or needs — can thrive.
However, charter schools receive on average $1,600 less per student than other public schools. Your voice matters! Please take a moment to sign this petition.
Local election information
Local elections are important because the decisions made by local elected officials have great impact on our daily lives. Early Voting in Williamson County goes from April 22 to April 29, with the final voting day of May 3.
Willy Wonka Jr.
April 11, 12, 25, 26
Join us for a world of pure imagination! The Meridian Mechs proudly present Willy Wonka Jr. on April 11, 12, 25, and 26, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mays gym. Bring the whole family for a delightful evening of music and magic. Tickets will be available Friday on MySchoolBucks. Don't miss out!
Week of April 16, 2025
Cafeteria Balances
Please clear any meal balances owed to the Cafeteria (check MySchoolBucks) before the end of the school year. Any remaining funds will carry over to the next year.
Returning Student Registration: Required by Wednesday, April 30
Deadline to complete: Wednesday, April 30
It’s time to complete returning student registrations for each student! Log into your parent/guardian Skyward account. There is a separate Returning Student Registration tile for each child in your family.
Address changes: If your address has changed, please email a copy of your most recent utility bill to the registrar or drop it off in person.
Spring Parent/Guardian Meeting
Thursday, April 24 from 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
We're offering a hybrid Zoom and in-person Parent & Guardian meeting Thursday, April 24. We look forward to seeing you in person at 6 p.m. in the Mays Café or virtually via Zoom webinar.
Adopt a Senior!
The annual Adopt a Senior tradition gives the Meridian community the chance to celebrate the Class of 2025 seniors in their last few weeks of high school right when they need it most. You can send a note of encouragement or treat them with their favorite snack or a gift card. Adopt a Senior (or two!) today and then deliver your notes and/or small gifts by Friday, May 16.
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.
Meridian plastic film recycling drive with Ridwell
Drive runs through April 25!
Meridian School has joined Ridwell’s plastic bag recycling drive for schools! Do you have plastic bags saved up to recycle but don’t know what to do with them? Start saving bags now and bring them to the school between April 22-25 – we’ll turn them into Ridwell to recycle! Read on to find out how you can help Meridian get a year of free plastic film pick up.
Willy Wonka Jr.
April 25, 26
Join us for a world of pure imagination! The Meridian Mechs proudly present Willy Wonka Jr. on April 25 and 26, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mays gym. Bring the whole family for a delightful evening of music and magic. Tickets are available on MySchoolBucks through April 24 at 5 p.m. After that, limited tickets will be available at the door.
Kendra Scott Gives Back shopping weekend
Support Meridian April 25-27
Join us for the Kendra Gives Back Event and help raise funds for Meridian. Whether you shop in-store at The Domain or online, Meridian will receive 20% of every sale! Support Meridian's Annual Fund while shopping for something special for Mother's Day, Teacher Appreciation Week or to treat yourself.
In-store: Mention Meridian at checkout to have your purchase count toward the fundraiser April 25.
Online: Use the code GIVEBACK-JAVRZ at checkout for 20% of your purchase to support Meridian between April 25-27.
Week of April 23, 2025
Returning Student Registration: Required by Wednesday, April 30
Deadline to complete: Wednesday, April 30
If you haven't already, please complete returning student registrations for each student via your parent/guardian Skyward account. If your address has changed, please email a copy of your most recent utility bill to the registrar or drop it off in person. Not sure if you've registered? You can check in Skyward; if completed, the square will show the date approved (like this icon)!
Kendra Scott Gives Back: this weekend!
Support Meridian April 25-27
Join us for the Kendra Gives Back Event and help raise funds for Meridian. Whether you shop in-store at The Domain or online, Meridian will receive 20% of every sale! Support Meridian's Annual Fund while shopping for something special for Mother's Day, Teacher Appreciation Week or to treat yourself.
In-store: Mention Meridian at checkout to have your purchase count toward the fundraiser April 25.
Online: Use the code GIVEBACK-JAVRZ at checkout for 20% of your purchase to support Meridian between April 25-27.
Meridian plastic film recycling drive with Ridwell
Drop off now through Friday April 25!
Meridian School has joined Ridwell’s plastic bag recycling drive for schools! Do you have plastic bags saved up to recycle but don’t know what to do with them? Bring clean, dry bags to the school between April 22-25 – we’ll turn them into Ridwell to recycle! Read on to find out how you can help Meridian get a year of free plastic film pick up.
Spring Parent/Guardian Meeting
Thursday, April 24 from 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
We're offering a hybrid Zoom and in-person Parent & Guardian meeting Thursday, April 24. We look forward to seeing you in person at 6 p.m. in the Mays Café or virtually via Zoom webinar.
Chipotle (University Oaks Blvd) Debate Club Spirit Night
May 3 from 4 pm - 8 pm
Chipotle on 201 University Oaks Blvd. Ste 1350
Support the Meridian School High School Speech and Debate Club by grabbing dinner at Chipotle (near IKEA) on Saturday, May 3 from 4-8 p.m. Order online for pickup using code N9M9BGA or show this flyer in the restaurant.
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.
Willy Wonka Jr.
April 25, 26
Final weekend! The Meridian Mechs present Willy Wonka Jr. on April 25 and 26, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mays gym. Bring the whole family for a delightful evening of music and magic. Tickets are available on MySchoolBucks through April 24 at 5 p.m. After that, limited tickets will be available at the door.
IB Initiative:
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
Sharing the Planet is an inquiry into the rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.
This theme is a great connection to Earth Day, which was Tuesday, and Arbor Day which will be Friday. We only have one Earth, so we must learn how to share it well.
At Meridian, all grades except Kindergarten study the theme of Sharing the Planet through the following central ideas:
- 1st Grade - Living things depend on each other and the environment.
- 2nd Grade - Awareness of resource imbalance can lead to action.
- 3rd Grade - Innovators harness energy to impact their community.
- 4th Grade - Values and passions drive human interactions.
- 5th Grade - Interdependence promotes balance in communities.
Week of April 30, 2025
Final day: Returning Student Registration due now
Today’s the deadline to complete returning student registrations for each student! Log into your parent/guardian Skyward account. Not sure if you've registered? You can check in Skyward; if completed, the square will show the date approved (like this icon)!
Spring Parent/Guardian Meeting
If you missed last week’s Parent/Guardian meeting, you can view the webinar recording or review the slides!
Cafeteria Balances
More than 200 accounts owe a balance on school meals. If you’re not sure if you owe, please log into MySchoolBucks today to check balances; you can pay online or bring a check or cash to the front office in an envelope with your child's name and grade on it.
If you need assistance with a large balance, please reach out to Chef Kaylee Torres and we can work with you on a payment plan. (Did you know you can apply for the Free and Reduced Lunch program all year long?) Help us end this year in the green and make up overdue payments!
Chipotle (University Oaks Blvd) Debate Club Spirit Night
May 3 from 4 pm - 8 pm
Chipotle on 201 University Oaks Blvd. Ste 1350
Support the Meridian School High School Speech and Debate Club by grabbing dinner at Chipotle (near IKEA) on Saturday, May 3 from 4-8 p.m. Order online for pickup using code N9M9BGA or show this flyer in the restaurant.
Last chance to order school photos
If you missed ordering fall/spring photos for your child, you can log into LifeTouch and enjoy a 10% discount.
Fresh eggs available
A note from the Chicken Tenders: Did you know that fresh eggs are available for pickup from the Meridian chicken coop? Our chickens lay about eight eggs a day! You can join the Egg List today to reserve a carton of 12. Please pay in advance after signing up; you'll then be contacted once eggs are available for pickup. The program is supported by Friends of Meridian and Coyote Creek Organic Feed Mill & Farm.
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.
Week of May 7, 2025
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.
Week of May 14, 2025
Yearbook Delivery
The 2025 yearbooks have been delivered to most students who ordered a copy.
If you did not purchase a book, you can sign up on a waiting list to purchase a book for $85.
Order 25-26 School Supplies for Grades K-8 today!
Cafeteria balances overdue
Please don't delay -- pay overdue meal balances today! 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.
PSA: 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.
RockSports Spirit Wear Discounts
Save $6 each on short/long sleeved tees and printed crewneck sweatshirts – 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.
Week of May 21, 2025
Celebrating Meridian's Community
Last week was National Charter School Week, and we shared on social media notes and videos from our community on what we love about Meridian!
If you missed it, you can enjoy the compilation video!
Overdue Cafeteria balances
Please don't delay – pay overdue meal balances today! 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.
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.
RockSports Spirit Wear Discounts
Save $6 each on short/long sleeved tees and printed crewneck sweatshirts – now through the end of the school year! Some of these designs are leaving this year, so it's your last chance to pick one up!
RockSports is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday and is at 1609 Chisholm Trail Rd #100.