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Week of April 1, 2026

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Melissa Reese

Families,

As we head into a four-day weekend, we hope your family has time to rest, recharge, and enjoy some time together. We look forward to welcoming students back refreshed and ready for the week ahead.

Next week, we begin STAAR Reading testing. To help your child feel confident and prepared, please ensure they get a good night’s rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time each day. A strong start to the day makes a meaningful difference.

We encourage you to remind your child to do their best and approach the test with confidence. Thank you for your continued support in helping our students be prepared and successful.

Melissa Reese

MYP Principal

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Calendar Reminders

  • $2 Free Dress Day tomorrow, April 2
  • No school for students on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6
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Your feedback requested on assessment guidelines

At the start of this year, we updated our assessment guidelines for grades 6-12. These changes were designed to create consistency in how we report grades, handle missing assignments and summative redos, and weigh formative assessments. We want to know how these changes are working for you! Please take a few minutes to complete this anonymous survey. Your input helps us maintain the highest standards for our campus.
 
If there are any issues with the survey or would like more clarification, please email Mrs. Ogo, MYP coordinator.

MYP Principal's Coffee slides

See the Principal's Coffee slides from Tuesday's Coffee!

STAAR Testing Schedule  (add to your calendar)

STAARState-mandated STAAR tests take place soon for grades 6-10. The purpose of these tests is to show where our students are in their learning journey.

 

Now is a great time to start having calm, supportive conversations with your students to help ease any testing anxiety. Remind them to take a deep breath, stay confident, and simply do their best. Students do not need to prepare for the tests, but they should get plenty of sleep the night before and eat a healthy breakfast that morning. See STAAR page.

Middle School STAAR Grades 6-8

  • April 7 (Tues): Reading 8th
  • April 9 (Thurs): Reading 6th – 7th
  • April 16 (Thurs): US History 8th
  • April 22 (Weds): Science 8th
  • April 23 (Thurs): Math 8th*
  • April 28 (Tues): Math 6th – 7th*

*7th or 8th grade students enrolled in a non-tested math class (like geometry, for example) take their grade-level course.  

 

High School STAAR Grades 9-11

  • April 14 (Tues): English 1 and 2 EOC 9th – 10th
  • April 15 (Weds): Biology EOC and US History EOC 9th and 11th

April 23 (Thurs): Ninth graders taking Algebra 1

 
Announcements

Chicken eggs available for $4/dozen

Friends of Meridian has shared that the chickens are busy laying eggs, and they’re available for purchase for a discounted $4 per dozen! Proceeds go back to support the coop. Fill out the egg purchase form today. 

Statewide Emergency Alert System Test April 2

April 2, from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

 

The Texas Department of Emergency Management will hold statewide tests of local alert systems on Thursday. If you haven’t already registered for alerts in Williamson County, or if your contact information has changed, now is a good time to visit Warn Central Texas. Learn more about the statewide test. 

Badgerdog Camp Opportunity

Dog with glassesJune 1-19 from 9 a.m. - noon

 
There are spots open 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 and is $595. See details or reach out to the Library Foundation with questions.

Meridian plastic film recycling drive with Ridwell

Ridwell - kids stand with earth

Plastic Bag Drive runs through April 30!

 

Do you have plastic bags saved up to recycle but don’t know what to do with them? Meridian School has joined Ridwell’s plastic bag recycling drive for schools! During the drive, if ten families become Ridwell members, Meridian will get free plastic film pick up for a whole year!
 
Start saving bags now and bring them to Meridian on one of the following days:
  • During Arts & Science Fest April 18 (Mays Lobby)
  • Between April 27-30 (Any Lobby)

RockSports Spirit Wear Sale

Shirts and sweatshirts in gray and red that say "lions"Enjoy 20% off all branded Meridian items at the RockSports store through April 6. Short sleeve tees are $12, sweatshirts are $16 (twill version $32), and fleece jackets are just $24!

 

Spotlight

Collaborative Science project

On Thursday and Friday, Diploma Program juniors worked in interdisciplinary teams across science programs  to tackle real world challenges in the annual Collaborative Science Project. This year’s focus was the Science of Food: Designing Sustainable Food Systems for the Future. 


They investigated topics like food production, nutrition, waste reduction, and environmental impact, developing creative, evidence-based proposals for a growing global population.


They presented to both our fifth graders and to parents and guardians, giving students an authentic audience for their ideas and showcasing the power of collaboration, communication, and scientific thinking in action.

 

Students sit in class while older students share ideas

Upcoming Events

ViP Social at the PYP Playground

Social April 12 from 3-5 PMSunday, April 12 from 3-5 p.m.

 

ViP hosts their next social for the whole family at the Primary School playground, with snacks and drinks provided! Bring a chair and please RSVP to help them plan. 

 

Arts & Science Fest

Saturday, April 18, 2026

2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Arts & Science Fest It's time for our 4th annual Arts & Science Fest! Enjoy live performances, interactive demos, a mobile planetarium, and exhibits from more than 30 school and community STEAM partners! Discover rockets with Longhorn Rocketry Association and Meridian Aerospace Club. Play with City of Round Rock Park Rangers. Enjoy a whole wing of hands-on science fun with Austin Community College!

 

⏰ Score a free T shirt if you sign up to volunteer by April 2! ⏰ If you’re not sure if you’re really needed at big events like this, consider this your invitation! We still need at least ten volunteers to make this event a success!

 

Thank you to our sponsors, ThermoFisher Scientific, Blick Art Materials, Handzies, and A+ Federal Credit Union!

Wizard of Oz: Spring Musical

🌈 Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Meridian’s Musical Production of The Wizard of Oz! There’s no place like our stage! Join us somewhere over the rainbow for a magical evening as our talented students present the beloved musical, The Wizard of Oz. 

 

✨Performances

  • April 23, 24, and 25 at 6:30 p.m., with a matinee April 25 at 2 p.m. 

🎟 Tickets

  • Pre-Sale: $10 Adults | $5 Students (coming soon on myschoolbucks)
  • At the Door: $12 Adults | $6 Students

 

enrichment

 

Students stand with tennis shirts and medalsCongratulations to the 2026 TCSAAL Tennis Tournament State Champions!

Meridian Athletics (7-12)

 

Tennis

Congratulations to our 2026 Texas Charter School Academic and Athletic League (TCSAAL) Tennis Tournament State Champions and State Semifinalists!

 

State Champions!

Alishia S. & Sridhatri S. - 2026 Girls Varsity Doubles

Gavin H. & Anika P. - 2026 Varsity Mixed Doubles

Leon J. & Vidhi G - 2026 Middle School Mixed Doubles

 

State Semifinalists!

Yaseen A. & Dru C. - 2026 Varsity Mixed Doubles

Samanvi M. & Tannishtha P. - 2026 Varsity Girls Doubles

Archit S. - 2026 Middle School Boys Singles

Ally S. & Vijeta M. - 2026 Middle School Girls Doubles

 

Soccer

Upcoming Playoff Games - Coed MS plays in the Area Championship on Wednesday, April 1! The winning team advances to the Regional Championship on Saturday, April 4!

 

Upcoming Home Games - On Saturday, April 4, Boys Varsity & Girls Varsity will host IDEA Pflugerville at the Round Rock Multiplex! 

 

Soccer Game Schedule & Results - Varsity playoff information coming soon!

 

Dance Team

The Dance Team is hosting a Spring Dance Camp for Meridian Lions in kindergarten through 5th grade on Saturday, April 11. Both the Dance Camp participants and Fierce Dance Team will perform at the 2026 Arts & Science Fest on April 18!

 

Class of 2026 Signing Day

Senior, Daniel H. has signed with Heidelberg University to play soccer! There will be a Signing Day Event in the Mays Lobby on Thursday, April 2  during Advisory (1:50 - 2:20 p.m.)  to honor Daniel and his accomplishment. Please stop by to congratulate Daniel and to wish him luck with his next team!

 

Get ready for 2026-2027 Sports! (current 6-11 / rising 7-12)

Originally communicated on January 28

Registration for Competitive Cross Country, Competitive Dance Team, Competitive Flag Football, and Competitive Volleyball opens Wednesday, April 15 and ends at 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 23. Find each sport’s physical form deadline and tryout dates on the Meridian Athletics landing page. Practice schedules and participation fees will be available by the time registration opens.

 

Athletics Awards Ceremony

All students who participated in Meridian competitive sports this school year are invited to attend the Athletics Awards Ceremony in the Mays Gym on Monday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m. Student athletes are encouraged to dress up for this event and are welcome to invite their parents/guardians to join them. RSVP by April 22.

 

Athletics Newsletter / Athletics Calendar / 2026-2027 Sports Registration (Subject to change)

 

Questions about Athletics? Email Meridian Athletics.

 

Clubs & Extracurricular Activities (6-12)

 

HOSA (Future Health Professionals)

The HOSA State Leadership Conference was in Corpus Christi last week. Meridian’s team won the Secondary Division of the National Marrow Donation Program Award for their fundraising efforts!

 

After School Band and Orchestra

New Spring Concert date and times! 

The Spring Concert has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 16. There are also new performance times:

  • 1 p.m.  – BandConcert
  • 3 p.m. – Orchestra Concert 

2026-2027 After School Band & Orchestra (Subject to changes before school starts)

  • Open to 7th-12th grade intermediate musicians next year!
  • Student musicians must meet prerequisites to participate.
  • Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 (first day of school).
  • Registration ends Thursday, August 20 at 9 p.m. No late registrations accepted.
  • Rehearsals start the week of August 31.

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
6-8 Attendance Clerk, Yasmin Peña
9-10 Attendance Clerk, Tiffany Burnham
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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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