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Meridian Early Childhood Programs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vision?
We believe the developmental needs of children and their families go hand in hand. The Meridian School District recognizes student
success is dependent upon a strong partnership between schools, families and communities to ensure the future success of all children and the wellbeing of their families.
What is the Mission?
Meridian Early Childhood Program provides a place where parents and primary caregivers can access community resources, establish
peer supports, and engage in quality educational opportunities for themselves and their children.
Who Are We?
Meridian Early Childhood Programs is represented by a team with diverse talents able to offer a variety of services to families
within the Meridian School District. The program is funded primarily out of Initiative-728, as well as a number of additional grants and blended funding sources. Team collaborators include:
Bruce Burpee
, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Deka Smith, Director of Special Services
Jeanne Claire Saucer, Early Intervention Specialist & Preschool Teacher
Alana Marshall, Preschool Teacher
Catherine Hull, Speech and Language Pathologist
Kristy McKay, Speech and Language Pathologist
Joan Bush, Speech and Language Pathologist Paraeducator
Lynne Jermunson, Principal at Irene Reither Primary School
Mary Mattison, Meridian School Board Representative
Andy Griffiths, Occupational Therapist
Lynnette Delamar, Paraprofessional
Linda Groesbeck, Paraprofessional
Laura Basart, Paraprofessional
Christi Louro, Early Head Start Representative
Where is MECP located?
MECP
and the Preschool programs are housed at Irene Reither Primary School in Room 2 and Ten Mile Creek Elementary Room 11. Other classrooms and community spaces are utilized throughout the district in order to blend
programs for young children and their families. Please contact Jeanne Claire Saucer (318-2411) or Alana Marshall (318-2502) to set up a time to visit.
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