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Week of March 12, 2025

FROM THE PRINCIPALcrystal

Hello Meridian Families,

 

Many blessings and good wishes to you this Lent. Last Wednesday was Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent for our Christian families. We have vegetarian options available to our students in the Cafe on Fridays. As our students prepare for Easter during this time of Lent, we are here to support you.

 

Please join us tomorrow night for the Personal Project Expo. It will be held in the Mays’ gym from 4:15-5:30. 

 

Spring break is next week and we hope everyone has safe travels during this most needed break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on the 24th.

 

Crystal Lane,
MYP Principal

MYPnews

 

Meridian Boot Camp: coming to PE Classes March 24!

A sign with a workout boot that says, "Meridian Boot Camp"Students in grades 6-9 are about to enjoy an exciting new “Boot Camp” unit in PE classes! 

 

We are incorporating a "boot camp" style workout component into our regular physical education March 24  through April 4. 

 

Students learn about the IB Learner Profile traits and will have the opportunity to learn from career Master Sergeant Ronica Grant of the United States Air Force and our very own Mr. Nathaniel Tate (HM3) of the United States Navy. Grade levels will compete against each other for the first ever Mrs. Lane (Major Gen.) Cup. See details, and find a parent/guardian opt-out form, here.

 

Incoming 7th Grade vaccination requirements

Per Texas DSHS students going into the 7th grade are required to have updated immunizations of TDaP and the Meningococcal MCV4 vaccine. Your student will not be able to start the 25-26 school year without proof of these immunizations. Please email your student's updated immunization record to the nurse.
 

Standards Based Grading feedback

Standards Based GradingWe are dedicating our next MYP coffee to the topic of Standards Based Grading (SBG). We would love your feedback and encourage you to complete this survey so that we can ensure that we address questions and concerns during the coffee. The coffee is April 1 at 9 a.m. in the Mays library. We will stream this coffee for those who are not able to attend in person.

 

 

10th Grade Personal Project Expo: snack sign up

Thursday, March 13 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Students demonstrate CPR in their 10th grade personal project

 

The Personal Project Expo celebrates our students’ hard work and creativity! See the Personal Project Expo schedule.

 

Can you help donate snacks for the day? Sign up here!

 

 

Meridian has an opening for a community member (non-parent) to join the Board of Directors. Please help us spread the word! 

 

After serving as a board member for the past five years, Scott Duff is moving to Colorado with his wife, Katherine (a member of the founding group). Scott has served us since 2020, through the pandemic, refinancing, and a transition in leadership. We are very grateful to him and to Katherine for their contributions to Meridian since the very beginning!

 

Our bylaws call for a total of seven members, one of which is to be a parent of a Meridian student. The parent position is filled by Tejal Bhalani. So this open position must be filled by a community member.


Should you know someone who is looking for a volunteer opportunity to serve as a board member, please contact [email protected] and/or share this Board Candidate Packet and Application. Applications are due by April 5.

 
 

Experience Meridian: Mini Job Fair

Job Fair March 29 from 10:30 am to 1 pm

Saturday, March 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.


Interested in working at Meridian or know some amazing educators who’d like to join our team? Check out our Experience Meridian Mini Job Fair Saturday, March 29, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Register for your spot or forward to family and friends today.

 

 

Arts & Science Fest: volunteers needed!

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April 5 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

We're gearing up for our Arts & Science Fest! Enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, from a planetarium to elephant toothpaste demonstrations to slime-making. If you can volunteer, please sign up to volunteer today! We still have 50 openings and cannot put this event on without help from families and students. Volunteers receive a free T-shirt!

 

If you can't volunteer and want to snag a shirt, purchase your Arts & Science T-shirt here! Shirts are approves spirit wear and are a super soft Tultex blend.

 

Friends of Meridian presents their 4th Annual International Celebration of Flavors

Friends of Meridian

March 28 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Kinningham House, Round Rock

 

 

Join Friends of Meridian on March 28, 2025, for the 4th Annual International Celebration of Flavors: Sips, Samples & Silent Auction—an evening of global bites, drinks, and community fun! 
This year, we’re taking your taste buds on a trip around the world with food and drinks representing six regions: India, Japan, Latin America, Sweden, Fusion/Irish, and the Southern U.S. Enjoy a hand-picked selection of wines curated by a former sommelier (and Meridian 1st-grade parent!) along with a variety of non-alcoholic options. Enjoy dishes from Bayleaf, Sweet Tooth Bakery, MXYD, IKEA, Whiskey Cake, and more. Find event tickets here. This event is age 21+
 
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Meridian DECA members Aarush S., Cylee D., Vivaan P., and Krish B. are headed to Nationals in Orlando!

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Meridian DECA is Nationals Bound!

Sixteen Meridian high school students competed in the DECA State Career Development Conference in Dallas last week. Congratulations to Pranav A., Ganesh B., Krish B., Cylee D., Sri E., Rumi M., Allison M., Vivaan P., Riya P., Abdul Azeez S., Aarin S., Aarush S., Rithika S., Connor S., Anish S., and Dheeraz Y..  Rithika S. is a National Finalist! Aarush S., Cylee D., Vivaan P., and Krish B. are advancing to Nationals in Orlando in April!

 

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

Find the Clubs List for this school year. 

See Daily Announcements.

 

Questions? Email Secondary Enrichment

Meridian Athletics

 

Spring Dance Clinic (6-11)

Interested in trying out for the 2025-2026 Dance Team? Work on skills and technique during the Spring Dance Clinic. Registration ends at 9 p.m. on March 13! Open to dancers of all levels and genders. This group will perform at the Arts and Science Fest on Saturday, April 5!

 

Soccer (7-12)

Home Soccer games! Friday, March 14 - Coed MS and Girls Varsity Free admission! 

Playoffs start after Spring Break!

 

4th Annual Adults vs. Students Soccer Games!

All adults in the Meridian community  are invited to join in this fun Meridian tradition on Thursday, April 10! Learn more and sign up to play! Adults Vs. Students Soccer Games

 

See Sports Registration for additional upcoming opportunities. The Athletics Newsletter and the Athletics web section offer more information about Meridian sports.

 

Questions? Email Meridian Athletics.

 

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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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