[{"id":53662,"date":"2026-05-26T08:09:49","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meridian.wednet.edu\/mhs\/?p=53662"},"modified":"2026-05-26T08:09:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:09:49","slug":"weekly-newsletter-may-22nd-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meridian.wednet.edu\/mhs\/news\/2026\/05\/26\/weekly-newsletter-may-22nd-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Newsletter – May 22nd, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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We are officially in the home stretch! There are only 12 school days left in the year, and even fewer for our seniors. This time of year always seems to fly by, and it can be easy to lose focus as the weather improves and summer gets closer. Let\u2019s continue working together to support our students in finishing the year strong academically, socially, and emotionally.<\/div>\n
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Our students have worked hard all year long, and these final days matter. Attendance, effort, and engagement can make a big difference as students wrap up classes, complete projects, prepare for finals, and celebrate the many events that make this season so special. We are proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to finishing the year with energy and positivity!<\/div>\n
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As always, if you have any questions\u00a0or concerns, please reach out.<\/div>\n
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Go Trojans!<\/div>\n
-Shaun Doffing, Principal<\/div>\n
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Yearbooks will be on sale beginning, Wednesday, May 27th. They can be purchased online or in the office from Mrs. Gookstetter. The cost is $75.00. Supplies are limited, so make sure you get yours before they are gone!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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Class of 2026 Graduation<\/h2>\n
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Graduation will take place on\u00a0Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:30 PM in the MHS Gymnasium<\/strong>. Doors open to the public at\u00a05:30 PM<\/strong>. Graduates, please arrive by\u00a05:45 PM<\/strong>\u00a0and head to the\u00a0downstairs lounge<\/strong>\u2014this space is for graduates only. Don\u2019t forget your\u00a0cap, gown, stole, and tassel<\/strong>! After the ceremony, graduates will reunite with families in the\u00a0courtyard<\/strong>. No tickets are required, but\u00a0balloons are not allowed<\/strong>\u00a0inside the gym. If your family needs special seating accommodations, please contact Mrs. Gookstetter at\u00a0kgookstetter@meridian.wednet.edu<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0360-318-2282<\/strong>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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Graduation practice will be held on\u00a0Wednesday, June 3rd at 9:00 AM sharp<\/strong>\u2014please arrive on time and ready to go! You\u2019ll need a partner to walk with; if you don\u2019t have one, one will be assigned at practice.\u00a0Attendance is mandatory<\/strong>\u00a0if you plan to walk at graduation. If you can\u2019t attend due to Running Start, email Mrs. Gookstetter and be sure your partner knows to save your spot. Practice will run for about two hours, and we\u2019ll cover lineup, procession, name cards, and the full ceremony agenda.\u00a0Bring your cap and gown<\/strong>\u00a0with you. The\u00a0Grad Parade at MMS and IRE will follow immediately after practice<\/strong>\u2014don\u2019t miss it!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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Senior Chromebook Return<\/h2>\n
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All seniors must return their\u00a0Chromebook and any accessories<\/strong>\u00a0before graduation. Device return will take place:<\/div>\n