Principals' Message
As we approach the last few days of the school year, we express our gratitude for all that you and your students have done this year! We'd like to highlight the IB learner profile trait of reflection. As we look back, let’s reflect on the growth attained over this past year.
End-of-year celebrations (like the one Middle School had on Wednesday and Prom and graduation coming up for High school) mark a special time in our students' journey in their lives and education. Take a moment and talk to your student about their memories from this year and find something to celebrate!
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Next Wednesday, the last day of school, is a FULL Length day!
Secondary students have a full length day (4 pm dismissal) and follow a regular bell schedule (B-day), including advisory.
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COVID Vaccination Records and On Campus Vaccination Opportunities
If your student receives the COVID vaccination, the Health Team would like to add the dates to your student's immunization record on file at Meridian. You can submit a scanned copy by emailing it to: [email protected].
We are also excited to offer two upcoming vaccination clinics on campus for students age 12+. Registration is now open for the first one on June 1!
- Parents/Guardians will need to accompany children
- IDs are not required for children
- The Pfizer vaccine will be offered
- Parents/guardians will sign letters of consent during registration through HEB
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Questions? Contact Karen Laywell at [email protected]
The clinics take place:
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June 1 first dose/2nd dose June 22 (Register now)
- July 12 first dose/2nd dose Aug 2 (Registration opens later)
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Summer Camp Information Session (Grades K-8) tonight, May 20, at 5:30 pm |
Given the circumstances we all have faced this past year, we recognize a need to provide additional support to students. Because space is limited, initial admission was on an invitation-only basis. (If you received an invitation and have not responded, please do so as soon as possible).
We have some additional available spots for grades 6-8. Please email [email protected] if you would like for your child to attend the summer camp. Open slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Return borrowed school items through Friday
There are still more than 100 library books checked out, as well as art supplies, design materials, math manipulatives, and more, that can be returned to the school through Friday.
Families can drop off anything owed to the school to the front office from 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Please label the items with your student’s full name, grade level, and the teacher it belongs to.
Return Chromebooks and Laptops May 26 from 5–7 pm
Please bring up all loaned devices and chargers the last day of school from 5 pm to 7 pm. We will have a carline style drop off at the Lions Cage between the Primary and Middle school buildings. You will not have to get out of cars. Make sure all items are labeled with the student's full name and grade, as well as the teacher (if applicable). If this date/time does not work for you, you can bring items back early between May 17-21 during school hours.
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Internet discounts through National School Lunch Program |
We're sharing this news from the FCC:
Families who have received approval for benefits under the National School Lunch Program (as well as 20-21 Pell Grant recipients) are eligible for the FCC's new Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, which provides a temporary monthly discount of up to $50 per month for broadband service.
There is also a one-time discount for a device (laptop, desktop, or tablet).
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High School Student Project:
Summer Book Club for Meridian Students
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9th grader Priyanka Naphade is offering two book clubs this summer, one for primary age and the other for Middle School students who will be in grades 6-8 next year.
Meetings will consist of group readings, activities based on the book we're reading, and discussions. She also plans on having a Google Classroom where discussions can take place outside of our weekly meetings.
Priyanka has a selection of books they will choose from as a group. The middle school division selections consist of: Six of crows, Shadow and Bone, The Heroes of Olympus, and more.
Overall, Priyanka wants to create a community where people can have a place to talk about books and find their next great read.
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Athletics Updates
Summer Sports Training - If Williamson County is in Yellow on July 5, Meridian Athletics plans to offer Summer Sports Training! Registration will be open July 5-11. Physical forms are due July 12. Training will begin as early as July 15! Please see this webpage for details.
2021-2022 Sports Update - Meridian Athletics is optimistic about offering sports for the 2021-2022 school year that more closely resemble sports prior to COVID-19. Details and registration will be available just before the start of the sport’s season; however, initial plans for each sport are now available on the sport's webpage. Learn more here.
Now Hiring Coaches - Coaching opportunities are now available for High School Swimming, JV Girls Volleyball, and Middle School Girls Volleyball. Inquire here.
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Math Summer e-Camps
As an IB World school, Meridian’s math track is intentionally accelerated. This will ensure that the majority of our students will complete Algebra II by the end of sophomore year and be on track to pursue the IB Diploma.
In order to be prepared for math in the 2021-22 school year, we recommend your student spend time improving skills this summer. These free, online suggestions can be found on Ms. Riley's website at wendyriley.weebly.com under the Meridian Summer E-Camps tab.
If you have questions or if issues arise with the links, please let Ms. Riley know. Happy Mathing!
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Regarding Executive Order for Public Schools and Masks starting June 5
While we're working through how best to support each of our students and teachers this summer and next school year, we share this:
Governor Greg Abbott issued an Executive Order prohibiting government entities, including public schools, from mandating masks starting June 5, 2021. This includes Meridian School. We will comply with the law. We encourage unvaccinated students and adults to continue wearing masks on campus to protect themselves and those who cannot get vaccinated.
The Executive Order takes effect June 5; current school policy stands until then.
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Last Chance to Order Yearbook
Balfour had some technical difficulties with the online yearbook store, so the deadline to order a yearbook with free name engraving on the cover has been extended to May 20. If you are not sure if you ordered a yearbook, please email Mr. Manuszak at [email protected].
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Register Now for After School 6-12 for '21-'22
Registration for Arts/A la Carte programs has been postponed until July.
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Upcoming Events and Useful Links |
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Holidays and Holy Days
May 21 marks World Day for Cultural Diversity, established by the United Nations in part as an "opportunity to deepen our understanding of the values of cultural diversity."
May 23, followers of the Bahá’í faith celebrate the “Declaration of the Báb.”
Pentecost for Western Christians also takes place on May 23, followed by Wesak, the Buddha's birthday, on May 26.
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Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to email the appropriate person for support:
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2020-2021 Grade Level Teacher Team Leads
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Principals
Student or Curricular Concerns
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Counselors
Additional Contacts
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