On Saturday, the Centex Honor Band members from Meridian ISD performed an amazing concert at Connally High School. Congratulations on representing the Meridian Band program in such an awesome way!
America Ramirez, 7th Chair Symphonic
RJ Flournoy, 9th Chair Symphonic
Natalee Rabago, 3rd Chair Symphonic
Andy Barnett, 6th Chair Symphonic
Vanessa Ramos, 4th Chair Concert
Jaden Trester, 5th Chair Concert
Michelle Santamaria, 13th Chair Concert
Tierney McLennan, 5th Chair Concert
Ben Beaudin, 3rd Chair JH Concert
The UIL Literary Criticism team composed of Delani Edwards, Reese Errington, and Hayden Hewitt placed 5th in their Virtual Meet. Individually, Delani placed 66th out of 383 competitors 1A-6A and 9th out of 73 in 2A, Reese was 17th, Hayden 28th, and Liberty Stauffer 40th in 2A.
Student cheering section happening now!!!
Come out and support our basketball teams tonight as they take on Goldthwaite at Home. JV girls start at 4:00pm with JV Boys, Varsity girls & Varsity boys to follow. Hope to see you there!
Find information on Meridian ISD's pursuit of becoming a District of Innovation on our website at https://www.meridianisd.org/o/meridian-isd/page/district-of-innovation-plan--17
We had a great week of Life Lessons- Line Dancing, UIL Academic Tutoring, and Making Grilled Cheese Sandwiches which everyone needs to know!! There were many others throughout the week as well.
Thank you to our Meridian Elementary Character Counts Kids (and their parents) for leading the pledge at our January board meeting tonight.. These kids exemplify the trait of responsibility.
Congratulations to Reese Errington for placing 6th in Ready Writing at Burnet! She was competing against 5A and 6A schools. Congratulate Reese when you see her!
Don't forget tomorrow is the last day to order candy grams!
Senior Parents: We will have a Senior Parent meeting next Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 5:30 pm at MHS to discuss Senior Week activities. Following this meeting at 6:00, Hill college will be here to assist with FAFSA for the Seniors who haven't completed this task.See you all then!!
Meridian Band students had the opportunity to audition for a place in the Centex Honor Band last week.
These high school students earned a spot in the honor bands:
Natily Rabago- 4th Chair, Symphonic Band, Alto Saxophone
America Ramirez- 8th Chair, Symphonic Band, Trumpet
RJ Flournoy- 9th Chair, Symphonic Band, Trumpet
Andy Barnett- 2nd Chair, Concert Band, Trombone
Tierney McLennan- 5th Chair, Concert Band, Flute
Vanessa Ramos- 5th Chair, Concert Band, Clarinet
Jaden Trester- 6th Chair, Concert Band, Clarinet
Michelle Santamaria- 14th Chair, Concert Band, Clarinet
This is the most number of HS students to make the honor band in school history as well as being the most to make it into the top band.
7th grader, Ben Beaudin, earned a 3rd chair tuba spot in the JH Concert Honor Band. A fantastic achievement for the first year auditioning.
These students will represent Meridian as some of the top band students in the area and will perform a concert on Saturday, January 25th at Connally High School at 6:30 pm.
Love is in the air! Don't forget to get your candygram orders in by Friday, January 24th. You can get forms at either office or from any NHS member. This is the only NHS fundraiser. Thank you for your support!!
Reminder: Jacket Backer meeting Monday, Jan. 20, at 6:00 at the High School. Please come out and help us plan the Spring events.
The MISD Academic teams participated in the UIL meet in Burnet on January 18th. Computer Applications: Joseph Sandley 2nd and RJ Flournoy 6th! CX debate Andy Barnett and Michelle Santamaria 4th! Alicia Reed coaches Computer Apps and Chris Utton coaches CX. Congratulations!!
MISD board members dedicate their time & effort to support our children & community. Please join us in honoring our MISD Board members for their service. Board members are: Payton Wallace, Bobby Taylor, Kristy Kuykendall, Jeff Hicks, Todd Hyatt, Justin Lane and Heath Martin.
The National Honor Society of Meridian High School is starting their annual Valentine's Day fundraiser. The fundraiser runs until January 24th. You can pick up forms in either school office or by contacting an NHS member.
Come out and support the Lady Jackets as they take on Santo at home. JV starts at 5:00.
Internet is up and running and phones are working!! Thanks for your patience.
All district phones are down. The internet is down due to a cut line. Crews are working on it, but we have no estimated time of repair at this time. We will keep you posted.
The elementary campus is testing today through Thursday. The campus will be closed to visitors.