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MYP Mane (6–10)

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Week of May 6, 2026

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Melissa Reese

Families,

This week, we celebrate Staff Appreciation Week, and we are so grateful for the incredible teachers and staff who make Meridian such a special place for our students. Their dedication, care, and commitment truly make a difference each and every day.

If you and your student would like to show appreciation, it does not have to be anything elaborate or monetary. Some meaningful ways to say thank you include:

  • Writing a kind note or card
  • Sending an email sharing how a teacher has made an impact
  • Having your student express their appreciation in person
  • Creating a small drawing or handmade message
  • Simply taking a moment to say “thank you”

These small gestures go a long way and mean so much to our staff.

Thank you for helping us celebrate and recognize the amazing people who support our students every day.

Melissa Reese

MYP Principal

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Last Week of School Schedule Reminders

Dismissal Times

  • Wednesday, May 20 is a full day of school dismissing at 3:40 (primary) / 4:10 (secondary).
  • Thursday, May 21 is the last day of school. There will be no Triple A or 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.

6th Grade: next year’s 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

$2 Fundraiser Free Dress Day: May 7

$2 Free DressStudents should bring $2 to the lobby Thursday morning to enjoy free dress on Thursday!

 

(This means regular, school-appropriate clothing – no pajamas/costumes). Students will receive a wrist band. 

School Supply Kits Now Available for Purchase

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'll receive a separate email and code later this week).

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

May 4-8

We would love your help in celebrating the incredible people who make our school so special each day! There are a few simple ways you can get involved: 

  • Notes of Kindness: Take a moment to send a kind message, note of gratitude, or words of encouragement to any staff member who has made a positive impact on you or your child.
  • ViP Workroom Treats: Help stock workrooms with themed treats on Thursday and Friday! See the ViP sign up.

Staff Favorites: Our families often ask how they can show their appreciation for teachers. Check out the Staff Favorites to see what they love!

Staff Appreciation Week: May 4-8

STAAR results this summer

Families will be able to retrieve their students’ 2026 STAAR scores this summer. We have added details on how to access STAAR on this news article to make it easier to find over the summer. Bookmark this news page.

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
 

Upcoming Events

7th Grade Theater Performances

May 11-12

Families are invited to the 7th grade class play, This is Your Brain on Social Media by Ian McWethy and Carrie McWethy, which will be performed during classes. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to ensure you have time to check in and get seated. Please RSVP by Thursday, May 7.

 
May 11
Neon brain/lightbulb
  • 5th Period: 8:45 AM
  • 7th Period: 12:35 PM
  • 8th Period: 2:55 PM
 
May 12
  • 1st Period: 8:45 AM
  • 3rd Period: 12:35 PM
  • 4th Period: 2:55 PM

Spring Orchestra and Band Concerts

Saturday, May 16 at 1 p.m.

Save the date for Spring Concerts! They will be held Saturday, May 16. Students celebrate their hard work this semester with an afternoon of music during our spring concerts! Enjoy a lively array of songs as we round out the school year.

 

  • 1 p.m. - Band performance
  • 3 p.m. - Orchestra performance (6th grade Beginning Orchestra, After-School (7th/8th graders), and HS Orchestra (9th-12th strings). Includes a special performance of Atoms! with 5th Grade orchestra students.

 

enrichment

 

BOys run on a soccer field with a ball at eye-level on the right sideCongratulations Liam H., and Aarush S. for being named on the HCAL North Austin All-Star Team!

 

Letter Jackets

The Letter Jacket Sizing & Ordering Event was last week. Those who missed the on-campus event and still wish to order their letter jacket can reach out to the letter jacket vendor to make an appointment. Find the vendor’s contact information at Letter Jackets & Lettering. Ordering a letter jacket is optional. Orders will be confirmed with the school.

Meridian Athletics (7-12)

 

Soccer

Three girls smile at camera, wearing red soccer jerseysCongratulations to the Meridian Varsity Soccer players who have been selected to play in  the HCAL Austin Region All-Stars games this Saturday, May 9 at the Onion Creek Soccer Complex!

  • Representing Meridian Girls Varsity, Jocelyn G., Lilly P., and Kate T. will be playing at 4:30 p.m. 
  • Representing Meridian Boys Varsity, Liam H. and Aarush S. will be playing  at 6 p.m.

 

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

Registration ended at 9 p.m. on April 23. There is no late registration for Dance Team, Flag Football, or Volleyball. The only sport with a late registration ($104.60) is Cross Country, which will be open from July 22 through 9 p.m. on July 30. 

 

Students must be physically eligible to participate in Tryouts. No exceptions are available. Please make sure your physical form is submitted at least two school days before your tryouts to establish physical eligibility first. 2026-2027 Sports Registration

 

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.

 

Athletics Newsletter / Athletics Calendar 

 

Questions about Athletics? Email Meridian Athletics.

 

 

Secondary Clubs & Extracurriculars (6-12)

 

Spring Concert

Please see details above in newsletter.

 

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.

 

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
Report Absences on Skyward
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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