Hello Trojans!
The first day of school is almost here! We can’t wait to welcome our students back on Monday.
Our staff spent much of last week working hard, together, to get ready for a great year. It was a busy and, at times, tiring week, but there is something else that has been impossible to miss: the positive energy is palpable.
Over and over again, I heard staff talking about how lucky we are to work with such amazing kids. There really is something special about Meridian students. I’m not sure we can put our finger on exactly what it is, but I know it has a lot to do with the incredible staff who pour so much into our students every day and the fantastic community that supports our schools.
So, as we head into a new school year, I simply want to say thank you. Thank you to our staff for the care, energy, and enthusiasm you bring to this work. And thank you to our families and community for trusting us with your students and for continuing to support our schools.
Monday can’t get here soon enough. We are so excited to see your students!
Here’s to a wonderful year together. Go Trojans!
As always, please reach out if you have any questions or need support!
Go Trojans!
-Mr. Doffing, Principal
-Mr. Zabel, Assistant Principal
Welcome Back to School
First Days of School Bell Schedule

Alternate Schedule for the First Two Days of School
To kick-off the start of the school year, we will focus on connection and fun while we welcome our students back with intention. Our first two days of school will feature assemblies, one-of-a-kind teacher-led breakout sessions, a club fair, and opportunities to engage with each other in fun and positive ways. While the focus of our first two days is not academic, students will meet all 6 of their scheduled classes and teachers on Monday and Tuesday for 20 minutes on each day as a way to build into our school year at an appropriate pace.

We Use StudentSquare at MHS
StudentSquare helps us improve communication with our students. Important information about school activities, events and athletics is shared through StudentSquare. All posts sent through StudentSquare will be supervised by an advisor and can be monitored at any time by an administrator.
Students will receive an invite to join StudentSquare in their school email before school starts. Students can choose to download the StudentSquare app onto their phone or they can access StudentSquare through a web browser.
Student Square
Schedule Change Requests

Schedule Change Requests
Students who would like to request a schedule change may submit the Schedule Change Request Form.
Please keep in mind that our master schedule is built each spring based on graduation requirements, staffing, and student course requests, and many classes are already at or near capacity. Because of this, schedule changes are limited and cannot be guaranteed.
Requests will be considered for specific scheduling needs, including elective-for-elective changes within the same period, incorrect course placement, previously completed courses, or missing courses.
All requests must be submitted by Friday, September 4. Students will be notified of the decision by email.
Schedule Change Request Form

Paid School Lunch Price Increased to $3.70
To kick-off the start of the school year, we will focus on connection and fun while we welcome our students back with intention. Our first two days of school will feature assemblies, one-of-a-kind teacher-led breakout sessions, a club fair, and opportunities to engage with each other in fun and positive ways. While the focus of our first two days is not academic, students will meet all 6 of their scheduled classes and teachers on Monday and Tuesday for 20 minutes on each day as a way to build into our school year at an appropriate pace.

Meridian High School Conferences Sept. 8-10

Meridian High School will have school conferences Sept. 8-10. On these days, Meridian High School will dismiss early at 12:10 p.m.
On Tuesday, Sept. 8 all families are invited to our conference open house from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Families will have the opportunity to meet with any of their student’s teachers in their classrooms. We will have Spanish interpretation available. If you plan to attend and need an interpreter, please complete our request form. 
For afternoon conferences on Sept. 8-10, our school team will reach out to some families to invite them to participate. We value your partnership and look forward to supporting your student’s learning together. If you have any questions, please contact our school office.

PSAT Sign Ups

Sign up now to take the PSAT! The PSAT is a standardized test that helps you prepare for the SAT, measure your academic skills, and can qualify you for scholarships like the National Merit Scholarship. It’s free for Juniors and only $30 for Sophomores. Sophomores who pay for this year can take it again for free next year to get a second opportunity. To sign up, please fill out the Google Form by Friday, September 11. If you have any questions, see Mr. Doffing. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to get ahead in your college prep!
Student Parking Pass Information

Student Parking Passes
For this school year, all students who drive to school will be required to have a window sticker parking pass as well as register their vehicle. The first step in the process is to complete this Google Form and then Mrs. Gookstetter will provide you the appropriate pass. If you have time before school starts, you can swing in and pick up your pass. Passes will be required starting September 8th.
One more note – students who attend Meridian High School (for any portion of their day) will only be allowed to park in the west lot in front of the academic building – not the lot by the gyms.

Yearbook Sales
Yearbooks are on sale beginning August 26th! The price is $75. Yearbooks can be purchased online or in the high school office. The sales window will close September 11th – so get yours today!
Yearbooks are on sale now!

Attendance Information

Being present in class is vital to be successful in school. We want to encourage all of our students to be at school every day! If you are missing school, you are missing out on learning!
If your student misses a day or even part of a day of school for whatever reason, please contact the high school office by either phone (360-398-8111) or email mhsattendance@meridian.wednet.edu with the reason for the absence. If your student is going to miss school because of an illness, please call or email in the morning and let us know! If you are planning a vacation or extended absence, please let you know ahead of time, so we can get your absence taken care of in advance.

Picking Up Your Student Early From School?

If you need to pick up your student early from school, please contact the office at 360-398-8111. We would be happy to get your student for you. If possible, please try to call at least 30 minutes in advance. We understand that emergencies happen and a last minute pick up may be needed, but it is great to have the extra time to make sure your student is ready when you arrive.

Arriving Late To School

Please remember to sign in, in the office, when you arrive at school. Make sure to write your first and last name on the sign in sheet. Remember we need to be able to read your writing.