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MYP Mane (6–10)

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Week of December 18, 2024

FROM THE PRINCIPALcrystal

Hello Meridian Families,

 

Items to remember: Today is a full day of school and tomorrow is pajama/onesie day. There will be no After School 6 – 12 tomorrow, Thursday, December 19.

 

Our lost and found has coats, sweaters, lunch boxes and more. The weather is getting colder and it might be nice to have something to wear over break. Everything left after the end of school on Thursday will be donated.

 

Thank you Meridian families for your generosity and hard work that went into the Staff Cookie Buffet. Everything was amazing! We look forward to it every year and it is greatly appreciated by all our staff. 

 

Crystal Lane,
MYP Principal

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Save the dates 👀

  • 6th grade: Perot Museum payments are due by January 17
  • 8th Grade: Information Night - what to expect in High School. Mays Cafe January 15 at 6 p.m.
  • 8th-10th grade: Information Night - what to expect for the IB Diploma Program. Mays Cafe January 28 at 6 p.m. Details below!
  • 10th Grade: IB College Fair Field Trip April 3-4
  • 6th-12th grades: Clubs and student leadership group yearbook photos January 23  
  • District: School resumes Tuesday, January 7
  • District: Parents & Guardians, RSVP for Alumni Day Jan. 10!

 

MYP Grade Conversion Chart

Reviewing grade conversions in Skyward? This chart can help!
 
After adding the best fit criterion marks, the percentage and IB grade will be determined. The Q2 and Semester 1 final grades will reflect all four criteria assessed throughout the semester.
 
Note: Skyward grades might not accurately reflect student performance until all summative assessments for Q2 are completed, which may occur during the last two weeks of the semester.
 
As always, we encourage you to monitor the task grades posted in ManageBac for the most current progress updates. For any individual class concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the respective teacher.

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2025-2026 Course Selection for Current 9th & 10th Graders

The course selection process for the 2025-2026 school year will be underway soon! Here are the dates that students will complete course selection forms in class:

 

Class of 2028 (Current 9th Graders)

Mr. Manuszak will visit with rising 10th graders on Tuesday, January 21 (B) and Wednesday, January 22 (A) in their World Geography class. After the presentation, students will complete their 10th grade course selection form.

 

Class of 2027 (Current 10th Graders)

Mr. Ryder will present to rising 11th graders on Friday, January 24 (A) and Monday, January 27 (B) about the IB Diploma Program in their College Readiness class. After the presentation, students will complete their 11th grade course selection form.

 

Please note that the choices students make on these forms are not final! Students and parents will be invited to sign-up for individual planning conferences with Mr. Manuszak in February to discuss their selections. The sign-up will be sent out after winter break.

 

Questions? Please contact Nick Manuszak

 

 

IB DP Program Session for  parents of 8th-10th Graders

Tuesday, January 28 from 6:00-7:30pm

 

Save the date of Tuesday, January 28 for a very important in-person information  session for parents/guardians of rising 11th graders! This meeting will cover all you need to know about the IB Diploma Program at Meridian. Meet your IB diploma program administration and ask questions about your student's final two years of high school! Students are encouraged to attend with their parent/guardian, but this is not required as they will be introduced to the IB diploma program in  their 10th grade College Readiness class. 

 

Note that parents of rising 9th and 10th graders are also welcome to attend this information session–especially if you are trying to decide whether or not to stay at Meridian through graduation.

 

 

Course selection meetings for rising 9th graders

Plus: 9th Transition Information Night Jan. 15 at 6 p.m.

 

Mr. Harvey is meeting with students and families to complete 4-year grade plans and review requested course selections. Please make your appointment and save the date, then look at these resources before your meeting!

 

 

Reach out to Mr. Harvey with any questions.

Reporting absences: reminder

It's that time of year! If you are trying to remember how to report an absence, see here for details.
 

RockSports spirit wear holiday sale ends Jan. 1

Through Jan. 1, enjoy 25% off long sleeved tees and printed crewneck sweatshirts at RockSports! Check out designs on sale.

 

Public Service Announcement: safe storage of firearms

Texas law requires school districts annually to distribute information to parents and guardians about the safe storage of firearms. This page helps you learn about options for safe storage of firearms, as well as how to talk to your child and others.
 

Opportunity to engage in Advocacy

Texas Public Charter School Association (TPCSA) invites Meridian families to join their mailing list to receive action alerts and other emails this upcoming legislative season. If interested, please subscribe to their emails here. To learn more about the upcoming session (which starts January 14) and charter school priorities, you can visit TPCSA’s site. 

 

TPCSA is a statewide organization representing Texas charter schools and works closely with us to advocate for public charter schools and the thousands of students we educate.

 

Schedule reminder

Full school day Dec. 18; no Triple A/After School 6-12 Dec. 19

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Meridian Athletics

Varsity Basketball players on the court, NYOS has the ball

Boys Varsity Basketball defeats rival NYOS on December 10. Photo by Linda Mosqueda.

 

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Upcoming home games!

Wednesday, December 18 - Boys MS Bold, Boys JV Bold, Boys Varsity

Wednesday, January 8 - Girls Varsity, Boys Varsity, Boys JV Beast

 

Dance Team

Wednesday, January 8

Fierce Dance Team performs between Varsity games!

Dance Team Senior Night!

 

Tennis

The 2025 Match Schedule is now available! (Subject to change.)

 

Soccer

Sports photos are Saturday, January 25! No make-ups are available.

 

Spring Developmental Sports (6-11)

Coming soon! Spring Developmental Sports experiences for students in 6th-11th grades, all genders. Registration for the following Spring Developmental Sports will open Wednesday, February 5 and end at 9 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, or sooner if the limited spots fill up first.

  • Spring Developmental Flag Football
  • Spring Developmental Running (prepare for 2025 Cross Country)
  • Spring Developmental Volleyball

Spring Developmental details will be available by February 5. Physical forms are due by February 13.

 

See the Athletics Newsletter and the Athletics web section for more about Meridian sports.

 

Questions? Email Meridian Athletics.

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

 

Academic Eligibility Checkpoint coming soon.

In accordance with state law, No Pass No Play, students must pass all classes on their grading period 2 report card in order to remain academically eligible to compete or perform with their extracurricular activities.  Students and parents/guardians should check grading period 2 grades in Skyward after 10 a.m.  on Tuesday, January 7.

 

Find this year’s academic eligibility dates. See Eligibility.

 

Yearbook Club Pictures

Save the date for Thursday, January 23! Club and student group pictures will be taken during the school day. No make-ups are available. More information will be provided closer to the date.

 

2024-2025 Secondary Clubs and Student Groups (6-12)

Find the Clubs List for this school year. 

Learn how students can start or reactivate a club. 

See Daily Announcements.

 

Questions? Email Secondary Enrichment

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MYP Resources

 

Important MYP Program contacts

MYP Principal, Crystal Lane
MYP Assistant Principal Grades 6-7, Matthew Castaneda
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, Andy Harvey
Counselor for Grades 10-12, Nick Manuszak
College and Career Counselor, Kathy Gregg
Secondary Librarian and EE Coordinator, Renée Ramirez
 
MS Campus Coordinator, Melissa Harvey
MS Attendance Clerk, Pamela Marmarinos
Report Absences on Skyward
MS Receptionist, Karina Coburn
 

SpEd Director, Susan Mais

ARD Coordinator, Anna Brown

504 Coordinator, Dottie Elliott

SpEd Coordinator, April Harris
 
Registrar, Janette Gaudiesus
Dean of School Culture, Monique Swain
Child Nutrition Director, Kaylee Torres
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