Congratulations to our Meridian Elementary 1st Quarter Principal High Honor and Honor Roll students!
5th grade attended the Ft. Massac Encampment School Day Program at the Fort Massac State Park on Friday, October 20th. The "Grand Encampment", is a celebration of Fort Massac and America's rich history. The Encampment focuses on the time period from the French and Indian war to the early 1800's.
Fall Festival is be Tuesday, October 24th 2023 in the Elementary School from 4 PM to 7 PM. We will have several games, a cake walk, a photo booth, and a bounce house. We will be selling hot dogs, chips, water, and dessert for $5. All proceeds will go to the Meridian Elementary PBIS. This event is open to everyone and we hope to see all of our families for a fun filled family night!
On Monday, October 16th Meridian High School held a Career Exploration Night where we invited colleges, area CTE programs and the military for students to come with their parents to explore the different careers and college opportunities for juniors and seniors who plan to go to college, military or pursue a vocational career. The night was successful and Meridian students shined! It was a GREAT DAY to be a BOBCAT!!! Special Thanks to Mr. Alex Washam and ALL the Meridian staff who volunteered to make this night successful!
Meridian Elementary is raffling a Light Up Scooter, a 42-inch TV, and a $200 Walmart card. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 and can be purchased at the door or through a student between now and Monday. An orange sheet was sent home this week with your student, the whole sheet whether sold or not needs to be returned to school on 10/23.
Dear Parents or Guardians, Meridian CUSD 101 will be hosting Parent Teacher Conferences on October 19th, 24th, and 26th. Elementary parents, please fill out and return the form sent home with your student if you wish to speak with your child's teacher. Tuesday, October 24th will also be our Elementary Fall Festival from 4-7 PM. Please join us for a fun filled family night!
There will be NO 21st Century after school enrichment on Thursday, October 19th and NO 21st Century after school enrichment the week of October 23rd-27th. Enrichment will resume on Monday, October 30th.
October 2023 21st Century Enrichment Calendar. There will be NO after school enrichment from October 19th-27th. All enrichment students should have received a paper copy of this calendar as well. If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Thomas or Debra Houston at 618-342-6773 option 5.
The Meridian High School Student Council is having a Boo-Gram Fundraiser! They are raising money for Homecoming in December! They will be collecting orders and money on October 27th and will be passing the Boo-Grams out on October 31st. Suckers, Rice Crispy Treats, and Cosmic Brownies are $1. Your choice of two for $2. All three for $3. If you have any questions please email Ms. Massey at amassey@meridian101.com
Meridian will be hosting a Career Exploration Night on October 16th 6 p.m. to 8p.m. for all high school students 9th through 12th grade. Students and parents will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from many different Colleges, Businesses, Military Branches, and Unions. The Senior Class will also be selling Spaghetti Dinners at $10 a plate. The spaghetti dinner will start at 4:30p.m. and end at 6:00p.m. on October 16, 2023. Please contact Cara Lacy at 618-342-6776 or email at csmith@meridian101.com to pre order your meal.
Freshman Academy is cancelled for Tuesday, October 3rd and Wednesday, October 4th.
There will be no student attendance for Teacher's Institute on Friday, October 6th and no school Monday, October 9th in observance for Columbus Day.
Please read the following letter regarding a change to our buss pass system that will go into effect Tuesday, October 10th.
On Tuesday, October 17th, Jostens will be collecting cap and gown measurements for 12th and 8th grade. All 12th and 8th graders need to be in attendance. Jostens will also have a class ring presentation for 10th graders.
Freshman Academy will be held on Tuesday, October 3rd and Wednesday, October 4th from 3-5 pm. Parents are welcomed to attend on Wednesday, October 4th. All Freshman need to attend.
FCCLA Fun night !!!
Students had a great time hanging out with their friends and having good food. Thank you FCCLA members for making it happen.
FCCLA Fun Night kicked off today with a Face painting event with Junior high students in the cafeteria today. FCCLA fun night will start tonight from 6-9 pm. There will be fun, food, sports, and dancing tonight. Tickets must be purchased before this event.
Our Marketing class would like to take a moment of your time to answer a few questions in order to improve this year’s Parent Teacher Conference. The survey will run through September 20, 2023 till 11:59 p.m. Thank you for your time and thoughts with our survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17fcNSmnmZ7E4pHMgjqLqt9MgMtdW_bfnJx45VXSHuQA/edit?ts=6501c6aa
Just a reminder that the 21st Century Enrichment program will start tomorrow, September 11th. This program runs after school from 3-5 PM. Buses will run and drop students off at town centers. In order for your child to participate in the enrichment program, parents must have signed and returned the lime green paper to the front office. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Debra Houston or Elizabeth Thomas.
R-E-D, RED! Meridian Elementary helped our Pre-K program recognize the color red this week.
