MYP Mane (6–10)

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Dear families,

It’s been a great Red Ribbon Week so far, and we’re excited to finish the week strong! Thank you for helping your students participate and celebrate making healthy, positive choices. The themes and activities this week have been a wonderful reminder of the importance of living drug-free and supporting one another in making good decisions.

This Friday, we’ll celebrate Halloween with plenty of fun and spirit across campus. Please be sure to review costume guidelines shared by teachers to ensure a safe and enjoyable day for everyone. We can’t wait to see the creativity and excitement our students bring!

Looking ahead, our MYP Principals’ Coffee will be held next Tuesday morning. We invite parents to join us for updates, conversation, and the chance to connect over what’s happening in our MYP community.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We’re looking forward to a fun and festive end to October and move into November!

Warmly,
Melissa Reese, Principal

 

6-12 Dress Up Days this week:

• THURSDAY - Wear pajamas - Dream Big. Be the Missing Piece. Stay Drug-Free!
• FRIDAY - Wear a school-appropriate costume (no face-covering masks) - No Disguise Needed. You’re the Real Piece to a Drug-Free Life!

Middle School Fall Dance

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Saturday, November 1

The Middle School Fall Dance, Fright Night, is Saturday!

 

Where: Mays Cafeteria (enter via the Mays Cafeteria Patio by the senior parking lot)

 

Tickets: $12 on MySchoolBucks through Oct. 31 at noon. Cash only at door ($20).

 

Note arrival times for each grade: 

• 6th grade is 6-8 p.m.
• 7th grade is 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• 8th grade is 7-9 p.m. 

(Siblings/carpools in different grades may arrive together).

MYP Principal’s Coffee

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Tuesday, November 4 from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

 

Please join us for the second MYP Principal Coffee in the Mays Library. If you can't make it in person, here's a Zoom link. You will have the opportunities to share ideas and ask any questions you have of the MYP Admin Team. We hope to see you there!

Fall Picture Retakes / Make-Up Day

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Tuesday, November 4 

 

Pictures from Fall Picture Day will be used for the head and shoulder photos in Meridian's yearbook, THE WORLD.

 

If you and your student are not satisfied with your child's picture proof, your child may do a "retake" on the morning of November 4. Please read and follow the instructions on this Yearbook Picture Retake sign up.

 

If your student was absent, or newly enrolled on or after September 29, there is no need to fill out the form. We will automatically pull them for a photo on November 4. Questions? Email Sarah Whitley.

Get Tickets for Meridian’s Fall Show, These Shining Lives!

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Based on a true story, this inspiring play follows four women in the 1920s and 30s who paint watch dials with radium. As their health begins to fail, they band together to fight for justice and make their voices heard.

 

Recommended audience age is 9th grade and up.

 

Show Dates: November 7, 8, 14, and 15

 

Get tickets through MySchoolBucks. Pre-sales close on Thursday at 5 p.m. each week before the shows.

• Pre-Sales: $5/$10           
• At Door $6/$12

 

2026 Yearbook Cost goes to $70 November 1

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A reminder, the yearbook cost will rise from $65 to $70 on November 1. Get yours today at a cheaper price! Need to pay over time? Jostens has a payment plan option. Yearbooks come out in the late spring semester.

 

Please report absences, add doctor notes in Skyward

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We invite all parents/guardians to view this very short video about how to report absences in Skyward. It would be a HUGE help if all parents and guardians did this rather than sending emails to our campus attendance clerks. Did you know that the school can get state funding for morning absences due to doctor appointments if you provide a doctor's note? These can be uploaded in Skyward! Please view the short video. Thank you in advance!

9th and 10th grade summer study abroad opportunities

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Interested in study abroad opportunities for high school students in countries like Japan, Italy, France, Spain, Costa Rica, and more?  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. Read on for details and a link for a virtual informational meeting on Nov. 6.

 

 

Reminder: Save the Date for 10th Grade College Trip

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Monday-Tuesday, March 30-31, 2026

 

In this overnight trip to the Dallas area, we will attend the annual IB College Fair hosted by Texas IB Schools and do college tours at three universities. The cost for the trip will be approximately $175 per student. Financial assistance/payment plans will be offered. Save these dates on your family calendar!  Find more info on this 10th grade College Fair flyer from Texas IB Schools.

 

Meridian School Board Meeting and Public Hearing for FIRST

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On Thursday, November 13 at 6 p.m., administration will present the school’s State Financial Accountability Rating prior to the Board meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Meridian School's Superior Achievement rating and a score of 94 on the state’s financial accountability system.

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Skyward and ManageBac

 

Syllabi and Tutorials: 6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade, 9th and 10th grade

 

Understanding Standards Based Grading and navigating ManageBac

 

School Calendars and Bell Schedules (including A/B)

Secondary Academic Guide

 

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