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MYP Mane (6–10)

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Week of December 4, 2024

FROM THE PRINCIPALcrystal

Hello Meridian Families,

 

I hope everyone had a restful break. The end of the semester is right around the corner! Please check Skyward and Managebac with your student to review grades and reach out to teachers with any questions you may have.

 

Please plan on joining us for the holiday music performance on December 14  at 4 p.m. Dress rehearsal is December 7 at 2 p.m.

 

Crystal Lane,
MYP Principal

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Sex Education Parent Meeting and Action Required

Parent Meeting Thursday, December 12  at 6 p.m. via zoom (link)

 

Join us for an information session regarding the sexual education curriculum that will be presented to students in January and February. You must complete the form below by January 10 for your child if you would like them to participate in the sexual education curriculum for their grade level. Students who are not participating in the Sex Ed curriculum will have alternative assignments.

 

6th grade Opt in letter

7th grade Opt in letter

8th grade Opt in letter

9th grade Opt in letter

10th grade Opt in letter

 

Course selection meetings, details for rising 8th and 9th graders

Rising 8th graders

Our upcoming 8th graders have a very scripted schedule for their 8th grade year. Students will continue with their current chosen language. All 8th graders take visual arts and design and do not choose any of their courses. 

 

Rising 9th graders

Mr. Harvey is meeting with students and families to complete 4-year grade plans and review requested course selections. Please make your appointment and save the date, then look at these resources before your meeting!

 

 

Reach out to Mr. Harvey with any questions.

 

Interested in summer study abroad opportunities?

Zoom Meeting Tuesday, December 10  at 6:30 p.m. via zoom (link)Two students smile and wave as they tour abroad

 

The Council On International Educational Exchange (CIEE), a non-profit organization dedicated to global education for over 75 years, offers programs for high school students and graduating seniors. Their Summer Abroad programs are 3-4 weeks and cover topics from World Languages to STEM, Business, Arts, Social Change, and Leadership.

 

Monday, December 9 during advisory, a CIEE representative will present to our students. Some Meridian students have participated in these programs in the past and shared favorable reviews about their experiences.


If interested, please review this flier and join us for a 45-minute Zoom call with our CIEE representative, Erin El-Tawil Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m.

 

6th Grade: Register by Monday for Perot Museum Field Trip

Dinosaur fossils in the Perot Museum galleryDon’t forget! Sixth graders are invited to participate in a field trip to the Perot Museum on February 7. The registration and permission packet is due Monday, Dec. 9! Read on for trip details.

 

 

Secondary Holiday Fun Week!

December 16-19Students wear Santa hats with Ms. Cullen; one student has a holiday tie and jacket.

 

Get ready for winter dress up week! The week of December 16, before winter break, students may wear the following:

 

Monday, Dec 16:  Regular Uniform with Holiday Accessories (socks, Santa hats, antlers,  blankets, holiday slippers, etc.)

 

Tuesday, Dec 17: Holiday Sweater Day / Do It Yourself "DIY" Ugly Holiday Sweaters

 

Wednesday, Dec 18 (full day of school):  Wear Plaid or a College Shirt


Thursday, Dec 19:  Pajamas/Onesie Day

RockSports spirit wear holiday sale

Now through January 1, enjoy 25% off long sleeved tees and printed crewneck sweatshirts at RockSports! Check out designs on sale.

 

Schedule Reminders: Wednesday, Dec. 18 and Thursday, Dec. 19

Wednesday, Dec. 18 is a full school day for all students to allow for secondary students to take exams. Primary pick up starts at 3:40 p.m. and secondary pick up starts at 4:10 p.m.

 

Thursday, Dec. 19, there will be no After School 6-12. Students will need to be picked up during secondary carline. This allows our After School staff to join the staff holiday party. Thank you!

 

The Teacher Experiences Auction is back!

Bid on one-of-a-kind experiences with Meridian faculty and staff during this online auction Dec.4-13! Build community and enjoy special time with your teachers outside of class. This special Meridian event is coming back for the first time since 2020, and funds raised support special campus projects. 

 

In addition to teacher-led experiences like science experiments, game nights, and trips to the museum with your teachers, we have fun community opportunities like tickets to Kalahari and special gift baskets. See more!

 

Teacher Experiences Auction

 

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Meridian Athletics

 Boys Varsity Basketball huddles during a recent home game.

Boys Varsity Basketball in a home game huddle. Photo by Linda Mosqueda.

 

Basketball

Upcoming home games!

Wednesday, December 4 - Girls MS and Boys MS Beast

Monday, December 9 - Girls MS, Boys MS Beast, Boys Varsity

Tuesday, December 10 - Boys JV Bold

Wednesday, December 11 - Boys MS Bold

 

See the Athletics Newsletter and the Athletics web section for more about Meridian sports.

 

Questions? Email Meridian Athletics.

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

 

School of Rock and Pop (9-12)

Now registering! The School of Rock and Pop is a spring semester after school program for high school musicians and vocalists. Registration is now open and ends at 9 p.m. on Thursday, December 12.  No late registrations will be accepted. Mandatory auditions are Tuesday, December 17. 

 

2024-2025 Secondary Clubs and Student Groups (6-12)

Find the Clubs List for this school year. 

Learn how students can start or reactivate a club. 

See Daily Announcements.

 

Questions? Email Secondary Enrichment

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MYP Resources

 

Important MYP Program contacts

MYP Principal, Crystal Lane
MYP Assistant Principal Grades 6-7, Matthew Castaneda
MYP Assistant Principal Grades 8-10, Kim Salazar
MYP Coordinator Grades 6-10, Kimberly Ogo
 
Counselor for Grades 6-7, Stefanie Zook
Counselor for Grades 8-9, Andy Harvey
Counselor for Grades 10-12, Nick Manuszak
College and Career Counselor, Kathy Gregg
Secondary Librarian and EE Coordinator, Renée Ramirez
 
MS Campus Coordinator, Melissa Harvey
MS Attendance Clerk, Pamela Marmarinos
Report Absences on Skyward
MS Receptionist, Karina Coburn
 

SpEd Director, Susan Mais

ARD Coordinator, Anna Brown

504 Coordinator, Dottie Elliott

SpEd Coordinator, April Harris
 
Registrar, Janette Gaudiesus
Dean of School Culture, Monique Swain
Child Nutrition Director, Kaylee Torres
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