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Hello Trojans!
As we head into this short week, I’m reminded how grateful I am for our Meridian community. Our students will certainly be missed over the break, but this pause gives all of us a much-needed opportunity to rest, recharge, and come back ready to continue the great work we’re doing together.
Thanksgiving break is a good moment to appreciate the connections we’ve built, the way we show up for one another, and the care we bring to our school every day. I hope the time away gives everyone the space to breathe, reflect, and return feeling refreshed.
Wishing you all a restorative and meaningful break. Thank you for everything you do to make MHS a place where students can grow and thrive.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out.
Go Trojans!
-Shaun Doffing, Principal
-Rob Zabel, Assistant Principal
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Parents and guardians may review the Positive Prevention Plus curriculum and may remove their children from these lessons with a written request. (RCW 28A.300.475). Families who wish to opt their children out of these lessons must turn in an opt-out form to the school office before the first day of lessons. Students who opt-out of the lessons will (explain alternate activity).
Curriculum materials are available for families to review at the District Office, 214 W. Laurel Road, Bellingham, WA , during business hours 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If families are unable to review materials during business hours, please call 360-318-2170 to schedule an appointment.
We appreciate your continued partnership in your student’s learning. If you have any questions please contact your teacher.
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Winter WishesWinter Wishes gives everyone who is a part of the Meridian High School family a chance to make a wish for someone else. Every year for the last 10 years, the leadership class has raised money to grant the wishes that students and staff make for other students in our school. It is a unique and special opportunity for all of us to think of others when we wish. Because of the thoughtful wishing of students in our school combined with the efforts of our leadership students, Winter Wishes has provided gifts for hundreds of our students every year.
Here is the link if you would like to make a donation to Winter Wishes:
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Accepting Referrals for the Highly Capable Program by Dec. 15thWe are accepting referrals for the highly capable program. Highly capable students are those who perform or show potential for performing at significantly advanced academic levels when compared with others of their age, experiences, or environments. Teachers and parents may refer any student in grades K-11 for assessment. All fifth and second grade students will be screened, regardless of a referral.
To refer a student for assessment, please complete the Highly Capable referral form in English or in Spanish by Dec. 15, 2025 for eligibility in the 2026-27 school year.
If you have questions about the Highly Capable Program visit our website or contact Rebecca Montgomery, highly capable program coordinator, at 360-318-2456 or rmontgomery@meridian.wednet.edu.
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Meridian Night at Western Washington University!Mark your calendars for Saturday, Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. when the Western Washington University men’s basketball team takes on Central Washington.
WWU is hosting a Meridian night during the men’s basketball game. All Meridian students and staff get free admission. When arriving, you can notify the ticket booth that you either attend or work for Meridian (staff please bring your ID badge for verification). Children under 6 are also free. (Parents pay regular admission.) Free parking is available in lots 9G, 19G and C.
This is a great chance to explore Western’s campus and enjoy an exciting basketball game. We hope to see you there!
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Winter Weather InformationAs the seasons change and the weather turns colder, it is a good time to take a moment to review our winter weather procedures. Depending on conditions (which could include snow, flooding, power outages, etc.), the school day could be impacted. Meridian School District uses a variety of ways to communicate about school closures or delays:
Visit our Weather Notifications webpage for more information about inclement weather and delays.
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Senior Grad AdsMust be reserved via full payment by Dec. 19, 2025 and all photos and dedications delivered to MHS Yearbook (Mr. McGrew) by Jan. 5, 2026. This gives you winter break to gather photos if needed and write the dedication. Submitting images and the dedication BEFORE the due date is ideal.
Grad dedications cannot exceed 50 words for the quarter page (1/4) ad or 80 words for the half page (1/2) ad. Please count the words prior to submitting the dedication. Dedications exceeding the limit will be rejected. Tip: Keep text brief, more content means smaller font.
Submit your receipt, photos and message to Mr. McGrew by the deadlines. Hard copy photos will be scanned and returned by year’s end.
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Senior pictures are due by DEC. 19, 2025 for inclusion in the yearbook’s senior section. Photos may be submitted anytime before then. If no picture is submitted and no ASB (school) photo is taken, your student will not appear in the senior section.
Photo Submission Guidelines:
We reserve the right to not use a picture deemed inappropriate. If you don’t receive a reply from Mr. McGrew, your photo was not received or accepted. You are responsible for ensuring it is sent.
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Booster Club Information |
Turkey TrotThe Meridian Booster Cross Country Club is holding their annual Turkey Trot Fun Run. Come run a mile! Come run a 5k! Come walk or jog in the beautiful orchard! Come win prizes! Bring your whole family! Bring your friends and neighbors! Just don’t let the Meridian Cross Country team turkeys beat you!
All proceeds support the MHS Cross Country team boosters.
Register today!!
Facebook Event Page
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