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Week of January 14, 2026

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Melissa Reese

Families,

As we move further into the semester, we encourage families to continue reading school communications closely for important upcoming dates and events, including Parent and Guardian Information Nights and Course Selection for the 2026–2027 school year. More information on these events is included below, along with details for families in grades 5–11, including January information nights for transition years, course selection timelines, counselor support, and helpful resources. We also look forward to connecting with families at our upcoming Principal Coffee as well!

With cooler weather continuing, students are welcome to wear dress code–approved jackets and outerwear inside the building to stay comfortable throughout the day. Please ensure all outerwear aligns with campus dress code expectations.

Finally, congratulations to our Meridian Model United Nations team for an outstanding showing this past weekend at the JMUNSA/MUNSA Conference at Trinity University. Students earned Best Medium Delegation, with individual awards including Best Delegate Sarah O. and Honorable Delegates Rithika S. and Maximillian T. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, preparation, and representation of our school.

Have a wonderful week!

Melissa Reese

MYP Principal

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School Closed Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Principal's Coffee

Tuesday, January 27 from 9 to 10 a.m.

Another delicious looking ceramic mug of coffeeSave the date for the third MYP Principal Coffee of the year! We will meet in the Mays Library. You will have the opportunities to share ideas and ask any questions you have of the MYP Admin Team. Link to come later. We hope to see you there!

Rising 9th Grade Information Night January 15

January 15 at 6 p.m.

8th Grade families: join us for a Rising 9th Grade Information Night tomorrow in the Mays Cafe. Adults and students welcome; park in the student parking lot by the cafe and enter through the cafe doors.

Diploma Program Information Night January 27

January 27 at 6 p.m.

10th Grade families (and any interested 8th-9th grade families): join us for the Diploma Program Information Night to learn more about the IB diploma program and course selection options in 11th and 12th grade. Adults and students welcome; park in the student parking lot by the cafe and enter through the cafe doors. 

Opt In required for Sexual Education Instruction

Meridian presents a sexual education curriculum throughout the next month for students in grades 6-10. Parent/guardian opt-in is required for your student to participate. Students not participating will have alternative assignments to work on. Past Due: Please complete the form below for your child if you haven’t already done so: 


 

Announcements

Two actions for currently-enrolled families: admissions for 2026-2027 School Year

January 1 – February 28

 

Siblings new to Meridian (K-9): apply now for next school year!

Apply Here

If a currently enrolled student's sibling will be new to Meridian in the 2026-2027 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

Skyward 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, and 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].

Tomorrow: $2 Free Dress Day January 15

$2 Free Dress DayThursday, primary students may come to school in regular clothing (not in uniform) when they bring in $2! To participate, they can bring money to their teachers in the morning. No costumes or pajamas. Clothing choice must be appropriate for school. Proceeds support our 8th Grade class trip to Camp Olympia!


Additional $2 Free Dress Days will be February 5, March 5, April 2, and May 7.

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. If interested, please subscribe to their emails here. 

 

Texas Public Charter SchoolsTPCSA is a statewide organization representing Texas charter schools and advocates for public charter schools and the thousands of students we educate. While the Legislature is not currently in session, lawmakers are already shaping priorities that will affect the next session.

 

By signing up to receive TPCSA’s emails and action alerts, you can stay informed and, when you choose, take simple actions—such as contacting your elected officials—to support public charter schools and the students we serve.

2026 Yearbook Cost rises to $75 on January 19

Two older yearbooks

A reminder, the yearbook cost will rise from $70 to $75 on January 19. Get yours today at a cheaper price! Need to pay over time? Jostens has a payment plan option. Yearbooks are delivered in the late spring semester.

Academics

Course Selection

It's time to choose courses for next school year! Check out our news article with the following information for grades 5-11: 

  • January Information Nights for transition years (rising 6th, rising 9th, and rising IB Diploma Program)
  • Course Selection and Counselor information for each grade level
  • Helpful links to help you navigate the process

 

 

Upcoming Events

10th Grade presents, The One Act Play Disaster

Thursday, January 22 at 6 p.m. Free admission.

One Act DisasterOur 10th grade Advanced MYP Theatre class will present their play, The One Act Play Disaster on Thursday, January 22 at 6 p.m. Admission is free! 

 

About the play: Pulling off a heist is pretty tough. But that’s nothing compared to pulling off a one-act adaptation of a popular heist movie. Everything that can go wrong, will go wrong when you’ve got a light board operator out for revenge, a dollar-store set and a cast that’s a total mess. The One Act Play Disaster is a mess to behold! 

Yearbook Club Photos January 22

Secondary clubs and student leadership organizations will take pictures during the school day. These club/group photos will be used in the Meridian yearbook, The World! Please encourage your student(s) to be present and participate with their club/group. No make-ups are available; if your student is absent they will not be included in the photo. We will do our best to list them as "not pictured" underneath the photo. 


We will need parent volunteers to help on Club  Picture Day. If you can help, please sign up here!

Students: Career Fair January 23

During the day on Friday, January 23, students in grades 6-12 will attend the annual Career and Volunteer Exploration Fair, which welcomes nearly 50 community members from diverse fields. Students can preview the list of participants (list may change). 

High School Winter Dance

Saturday, January 24, 2026

 

Pink high heel pumps, an 8s TV with rabbit ear antennae. Live DJ, food, game tables. This is the second and final high school dance of the year (except for Prom, which is for 11th-12th graders only). Get your tickets today! (Sales close Jan. 23 at noon).

 

This is not a formal or semi-formal dance. Students are invited to wear school appropriate, casual attire–or they may wear 80s/90s fashion.

 

If your student would like to bring a non-Meridian guest to the dance they must print and complete the Winter Dance Guest Approval Form in advance!

International Week

International Week Feb. 27 - March 7Save the date! Highlights include:

  • Friday, February 27 – Friends of Meridian's International Celebration of Flavors: Sips, Samples and Silent Auction
  • Friday, March 6 – World Parade (students only)
  • Saturday, March 7 – Festival of Cultures 

 

enrichment

Help us celebrate the seniors in the Basketball program Thursday, January 15  at 7 p.m. in the Mays Gym!

Meridian Athletics (7-12)

 

Basketball

Upcoming home games:

Thursday, January 15 - Boys JV Bold vs. Boys JV Beast, Girls Varsity, Boys Varsity. Senior Night!

Friday, January 16 - Boys MS Beast and Boys MS Bold

Let’s go, Meridian Hoops! Attending Home Games / 2025-2026 Basketball Game Schedule & Results 

 

Basketball Senior Night!

Thursday, January 15 at 7 p.m.

Come help us celebrate the seniors in the Basketball program! Patrick A., Krish B., Vivaan P., Wyatt R,, and Sarah O.

 

Soccer

The first Soccer game of the season is this Friday, January 16! Meridian Boys Varsity vs. NYOS! Free to attend! Let’s go, Lions!

 

The Soccer Game Schedule should be published from the Meridian Soccer section of the school website by Friday, January 16.

 

Tennis

The 2026 Match Schedule is now published and remains subject to change. All matches are free to attend!

 

 Athletics Newsletter / Athletics Calendar 

 

Questions about Athletics? Email Meridian Athletics.

 

Clubs & Extracurricular Activities (6-12)

 

Secondary clubs & student groups yearbook picture day

Please save the date for the secondary clubs and student groups yearbook picture day, which is Thursday, January 22 during school . There are no make-ups available, and students who miss Club Picture Day will be noted in the yearbook as “not pictured” if they are on their club’s official roster. More information will be shared by club advisors soon. 



Model United Nations 

Congratulations to Meridian Model UN for a successful JMUNSA/MUNSA conference at Trinity University in San Antonio last week. Meridian High School Model UN was recognized as the Best Medium Delegation! Additional honors include:

Best Delegate - Sarah O.
Honorable Delegate - Rithika S.
Honorable Delegate - Maximillian T

 

Black Culture Choir 

The Black Culture Choir will perform at the beginning of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Ceremony and March on Wednesday, January 14. The event starts at 4:30 p.m. on the outdoor basketball court on the southeast corner of the Primary School building near Meridian Lane. Parents/guardians and community members are welcome to attend and experience the moving performance from 18 students with 15 adults. Feel free to park in any available spot or in the grass along Meridian Lane.

 

Speech and Debate Club 

Good luck to the members of the high school Speech and Debate Club who are competing in the McNeil High School Tournament this Thursday and Friday!

 

2025-2026 Clubs List / Clubs & Extracurriculars / Enrichment & Extracurricular Calendar

Questions about Secondary Clubs? Email Secondary Enrichment

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MYP Resources

 

Important MYP Program contacts

MYP Principal, Melissa Reese
MYP Assistant Principal Grades 6-7, Wyatt Verleye
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, Nolberto Reyna 
Counselor for Grades 10-12, Nick Manuszak
College and Career Counselor, Kathy Gregg
Secondary Librarian and Extended Essay Coordinator, Renée Ramirez
 
MS Campus Coordinator, Karina Coburn
MS Attendance Clerk, Yasmin Peña
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MS Receptionist, Karen Laywell
 

Director of Special Education, Susan Mais

LSSP/Assistant Director of Special Education, Jennifer Kuester

ARD Coordinator, Anna Brown

504 Coordinator, Dottie Elliott

 
Dean of School Culture, Monique Swain
Child Nutrition Director, Kaylee Torres
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