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Newsletters » MYP Mane (6–10)

MYP Mane (6–10)

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Week of May 20, 2026

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Melissa Reese

Families,

As we wrap up another incredible school year, we want to thank our students, families, and staff for a wonderful year filled with growth, learning, and memorable experiences. Tomorrow will be the last day of school, and we are so proud of all that our students have accomplished this year.

We hope everyone has a safe, restful, and fun-filled summer break. Thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for an exciting new school year in August!

Melissa Reese

MYP Principal

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Important information: final week of school (May 18-21)

Dress Day

  • Thursday, May 21 is a free dress day for all students.

Dismissal Times

  • Wednesday, May 20 is a full day of school dismissing at 4:10 (secondary).
  • Thursday, May 21 is the last day of school. There will be no After School 6-12. Students should be picked up during carline. If you use Pikmykid, update your pickup mode and know which carline your students will be in. Waiters will operate as usual.

Lost and found 

  • All lost and found items are located in the campus lobbies. Items left after the last day of school will be donated.

Medication Pick-up

  • If your student has medications on campus, please pick them up by Thursday, May 21 or they will be discarded. 
  • If you have any questions or concerns, please email the nurse’s office. 

Reminder: Register for Math E-Camps

Math Summer E-Camp

Online, self-paced math program for rising 6-11 Graders

 

Our math department has been hard at work to create an engaging, tailored online summer math transition programto help our students feel confident and prepared when they return in the fall. We highly encourage all of our rising 6-11 grade students to take time this summer to invest in their future through math skill building. 

 

The E-Camp consists of four modules, each of which will be available for two weeks. Within each two-week period, students can move through the module at their own pace.


Current 10th Graders: to help you bridge the gap between MYP and DP, rising 11th graders will kick off the program with a 3-Day DP Jumpstart (In Person) May 26, 27, and 28 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Register today. After that, DP students will follow four online modules at their own pace.

Rising 7th Grade Vaccination Requirements

Vaccine and chartThe Texas Department of State Health Services requires two vaccinations for students going into 7th grade. Please send updated vaccination records to the Meridian nurse's office for:

  • Meningococcal (MCV4); typically administered on or after a child's 11th birthday
  • Tetanus (Tdap or Td) booster within the past 10 years

Your student will not be able to start the 26-27 school year without proof of these immunizations.

 

 
Announcements

2025-2026 Yearbook Distribution and final sale

Yearbooks went out to students last week. If you did not purchase a yearbook, there are a handful of remaining available copies available first come, first served. Please join the waitlist through Jostens.

2026-2027 School Supplies

Cardboard box with school supplies inside

Grades K-8

School supply kits are on sale now for grades K-8! Order yours today. Prices go up after July 1. If your child is returning to Meridian next year, go ahead and mark this off of your to-do list! (Families in the Free and Reduced Cost Meals program: you should have received a separate email with an order code for a discounted price).

 

Grades 9-10

These grades purchase supplies on their own. Grades 9-10 list

RockSports Final 2026 Sales

Red and gray shirts that say Lions and MeridianSave on the last of our 2025-2026 spirit wear designs – now through the end of the school year! RockSports is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday and is at 1609 Chisholm Trail Rd #100. 

  • Short sleeve tees $10
  • Long sleeve tees $12
  • Printed Sweatshirts $14
  • Printed full zip hoodies $24
  • Twill sweatshirts $30
  • Fleece full zip jackets $24
  • Beanies $12

Things to do over the summer

Cafeteria Balances

A reminder: Please clear any meal balances owed to the Cafeteria (check MySchoolBucks) before the end of the school year. Any remaining funds will carry over to the next year.

Public Service Announcement: safe gun storage

Texas law requires school districts annually to distribute information to parents and guardians about the safe storage of firearms (guns, etc). Learn about options for safe storage, as well as how to talk to your child and others.

 

Spotlight

Graduation Walk

Tuesday morning, graduating seniors donned their regalia and toured Meridian’s hallways one last time. Students in grades K-11 lined the pathway, giving cheers and high-fives. Afterward, seniors take photos with their former PYP teachers.

Seniors in caps, gowns, red sashes, and cords high-five kindergartners in the hallways

Upcoming Events

Graduation Ceremony Streaming Live on YouTube

We're excited to share that this year, our graduation ceremony airs on Youtube Live! Bookmark the page; if you can't be there in person, you can follow along!

Meridian Day at Typhoon Texas

From ViP: Save the Date! We're looking ahead to next year and jumping in with a SPLASH! 

  • Where: Typhoon Texas
  • When: Saturday, August 15 - ALL DAY!
  • Who: Meridian students and families
  • Why: Let's kick off back-to-school while still holding onto summer!

Purchase your discounted tickets using code MERIDIANDAY26 - and you will also see the offer for a meal and unlimited drink wristband that you can add on per person for $15.99.

Summer Contacts and Dates

Next week, we will share an email with important back-to-school dates, actions, and information. In the meantime, here are dates at-a-glance!

 

June 30 – July 11: Campus offices closed

June 7 – July 13: Athletics Department and Secondary Enrichment closed

 

If you have general questions over the summer, please email [email protected].

 

For secondary extracurricular activities, athletics, or eligibility questions please email [email protected].

 

July 1: K-8 supply kits order deadline

July 13: Last day to register for Triple A

July 29: MYP (Grades 6-10) New Family Orientation 6-7 p.m.

Aug 1: Uniform Exchange (10 a.m. - noon)

Aug 3: Primary Cub Camp (new PYP families) 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Aug 5: Primary (1, 3, 5) Back to School Night 4-6 p.m.

Aug 6: Primary (K, 2, 4) Back to School Night 4-6 p.m.

Aug 7: Sixth Grade Back to School Night 4-6 p.m.

Aug 10: 7th-8th Grade Back to School Night 4-6 p.m.

Aug 10: 9th-12th Grade Back to School Night 5-7 p.m.

Aug 12: First day of school, Early Release Wednesday!

Aug 21: ViP Bingo Night

 

enrichment

 

A conductor stands in front of students, all in black, playing instruments in band.Spring Concerts ended the school year on a high note.

Meridian Athletics (7-12) 

Meridian Athletics is moving to HCAL for the 2026-2027 academic year!

Boys Varsity Volleyball and both Varsity Soccer teams participated in the Honor Charter Athletic League (HCAL) this year, and we are pleased with the level and amount of competition they enjoyed. Therefore, we will be moving all of our league seasons from TCSAAL to HCAL for the coming year. In addition to better competition, some sports will benefit from slightly longer seasons! And our teams will enjoy having all league games on the same days of the week! HCAL believes that middle school student athletes should focus on growth. For that reason, Middle School teams will have the opportunity to advance to Regionals but not State. Advancing to State will be an opportunity reserved for Varsity teams, much like lettering. Please see updates to the Cross Country, Flag Football, and Volleyball important  dates below. (Subject to change.)

 

Cross Country

  • Late registration is July 20 through 9 p.m. on July 30.
  • Physical forms are due August 7.
  • Tryouts are Saturday, August 15.
  • Practices will start Monday, August 24.
  • The Regional Meet is expected to be Saturday, October 24 in the Austin area.
  • The State Meet will be Saturday, November 7 at Southwestern University.

 

Flag Football

  • Regionals are expected to be Saturday, October 24 in the Austin area.
  • The State Championship is Saturday, October 31. (Location TBD, but anticipated to be hosted between Austin and Houston.)

 

Volleyball

  • Regionals are expected to be Saturday, November 7 in the Austin area.
  • The State Championship will be Saturday, November 14. (Location TBD, but anticipated to be hosted between Austin and Houston.)

 

2026-2027 Sports Registration (current 6-11 / rising 7-12)

Find 2026-2027 sports registration windows and anticipated tryout dates on 2026-2027 Sports Registration. Cross Country has a late registration from July 22 through 9 p.m. on July 30. Basketball registration is coming in September!

 

Meridian Labor Day Classic Volleyball Tournament

Meridian’s tenth annual volleyball tournament is coming on Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 6 at the Round Rock Sports Center! Please save the date and come ready to ROAR for our Lions! Meridian Labor Day Classic Volleyball Tournament

 

Closed for Summer Break

Meridian Athletics will be closed June 6 - July 19. No physical forms will be processed during this time. Emails will be answered the week of July 20. Please plan accordingly.

 

Questions about Athletics? Email Meridian Athletics.

 

Secondary Clubs & Extracurriculars (6-12)

 

Competitive and Performance Club Registrations

Get ready to register for 2026-2027 competitive and performance clubs! The tentative registration windows are as follows:

  • After School Music (7-12) - Registering Wednesday, August 12 (first day of school) through 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 20. 
  • Speech & Debate Club (9-12) - Registration for this competitive club is scheduled to open Wednesday, August 19 and end at  9 p.m. on Thursday, August 27. Spots limited to the first 49 registrants! 
  • HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) (9-12) - Registering Wednesday, August 26 through 9 p.m. on  Thursday, September 3. 
  • Model United Nations (6-12) - Model UN is Meridian’s largest club and is open to all secondary students! Registration opens Wednesday, September 2 and will end at  9 p.m. on Thursday, September 10.
  • DECA (9-12) - DECA is a student organization that prepares high school students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Registration is scheduled to open on Wednesday, September 16 and end at 9 p.m. on Thursday, September 24.

Please watch for updates about these competitive and performance clubs in the MYP Mane and DP Lions Share campus newsletters when school resumes in August. Please encourage students to watch the daily announcements at school to avoid missing out on these opportunities. No late registrations will be available.

 

2026-2027 Clubs and Student Groups

Clubs at Meridian are student-driven. Shortly after school resumes in August, students may apply to activate a club. All clubs must complete the activation process and receive approval before they can begin meeting. Clubs will continue to form during the first few weeks of school. Students are encouraged to watch the daily announcement slides for club opportunities and updates throughout the start of the school year.

 

Closed for Summer Break

Secondary Enrichment will be closed June 6 - July 19. Emails will be answered the week of July 20. Please plan accordingly.


Questions about Secondary Clubs or Lettering? 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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