Due to all the rain Field day will be on Wednesday to allow the ground to dry out.
There will be no school on Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.
Thanks to our Penny Wars fundraiser Meridian Elementary celebrated PBIS water day on Monday with water slides, inflatable games, water balloons, ice pops, and lots of fun! Thank you to everyone who helped make this fun day happen!
Mrs. Hawkins & Ms. Wilkins 2nd Grade Students visited the Ice Cream Truck today!
5th grade presented their culminating science projects. This was a learning experience in which students developed and demonstrated science, math, writing, critical thinking, research, technology, and communication skills.
These awesome 4th graders worked on a STEM activity in class and made RC cars!
These students used their PBIS points at the PBIS store to purchase lunch with Mr. Green! He surprised these students with a tasty treat from Sonic!
Meridian CUSD 101 will have an early dismissal on Thursday, May 30th 2024. Students will be dismissed at 9 AM and will be bringing home reports cards. Thank you for another year great year with your children. We hope everyone has a fun and safe summer. We can't wait to see you back August!
Mrs. Hawkins 2nd Grade Class had a "NACHO" Average Reader Party to celebrate their year- long reading accomplishments. They enjoyed nachos, Kool-Aid, dancing, art activities and extra recess. During the party students received awards in Reading, Math, IXL Excellence and more. ALL students reached 50 points or more during the year. Four remaining students were awarded $5.00 in the 4th quarter for reaching the 50 point goal. One student, Ms. Da'Kodah Vaughn earned a total of 107 AR points this year and was awarded $10.00. She is 1 out of 4 students in grade K-5 to reach this achievement. There is also one 4th grader, and two 5th graders to make the 100 Point Club this school year.
**Not pictured is Novah Edmonds, Andre Houston, Roy Hinman and Da'Kodah Vaughn
Kindergarten had a blast on their field trip today to Discovery Playhouse Children's Museum! Educator Rising Students assisted.
Mrs. Pearcy's Kg class having a great time reviewing and wrapping up the school year!
Two 5th graders: Tyler Farrell (Dr. Lisa Thomas' class) and KeMaiah Maborn-Jones (Mr. Malcolm Larry's class) received recognition from the Illinois Principals Association for their academic excellence at the 2024 Illinois Principal Association's Student Recognition Dinner.
The 5th grades attended the Arrowleaf - SUPS/TRiO Educational Talent Search: National Prevention Week Activities for 5th Grade Students in Alexander and Pulaski Counties at Shawnee Community College. They engaged in a hands-on STEM experience and toured the college.
The regular meeting of the Meridian Community Unit School District #101 slated for May 21st, 2024 has been moved to Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 at 6pm.
Mr. Hale's 7th graders have worked diligently in U.S. History class to make posters about different topics in American history from early European colonization to the formation of the U.S. Constitution. All of the students' posters were on display, Wednesday, May 15 during 2nd and 3rd period in the classroom.
Reminder: 8th and 12th grade students must turn in their Chromebook and charger by Friday, May 17th. Please be aware that there is a $20 charge for lost chargers. Please make sure your student's Chromebook and charger are clearly labeled with their first and last name to avoid charges. For questions please contact Mr. Hudson at (618) 342-6773 ext. 2109
Attention 5th grade parents: Please Join Principal Dillard and the Junior High staff for the "Inside Squeeze" on May 21st at 6 PM in the High School cafeteria. You and your student will have a chance to meet their teachers for next year and learn what to expect in Junior High.
Due to the inclement weather forecast for Friday, we have made the decision to move the Elementary PBIS fun day to Monday, May 20th. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.. Any questions or concerns, please call the school at 618-342-6773.
The Athletic Banquet scheduled for today has been rescheduled to May 22nd due to conflicts with the Baseball and Softball Regionals and the S.I.C. Banquet.
Meridian High School Senior Beta members attended the Illinois State Convention in March. The following students placed in their competitions:
Cole Kaufman - 2nd place Agricultural Science
LaTarus Johnson - 2nd place Sculpture
Zia Bartlett - 3rd place Color Photography
Kerra Criddle - 3rd place Apparel
Jared Medlock - 4th place Spelling
