Our Hawks worked hard and finished the year strong. Congratulations to all of the students who made the Academic Honors listing for 4th quarter!
Well...the incredible ride of this softball season has come to an end.
Tonight, our girls battled in a hard-fought game, falling 2-0 to a very talented Gardner team. At this stage of the postseason, every opponent is strong, and our girls proved they belong among them.
To our players, thank you for the unforgettable moments this season. Your competitive spirit helped shape and strengthen the Meridian softball culture. You have set a new standard of excellence by accomplishing something no previous softball team has done, winning a sectional and advancing to the Super-Sectional. Future Meridian players were watching, and they will remember this run.
Hawk Nation, thank you for showing up in full force. Your support throughout the postseason, and especially tonight, brought incredible energy, pride, and unity to our community.
Coach Streeval, thank you for everything you have given to Meridian softball. Over 28 years, you have taught us that determination, preparation, and consistency are the foundations of success. More importantly, you have built a program and culture that will last well beyond your time on the field. We are grateful for the impact you have made and will continue striving to uphold the standard you have set.
Enjoy your retirement, Coach. You have earned it and Meridian is better because of you.
The standard has been raised AND the future is bright!
It's a great day to be a Hawk!
Tonight, our girls battled in a hard-fought game, falling 2-0 to a very talented Gardner team. At this stage of the postseason, every opponent is strong, and our girls proved they belong among them.
To our players, thank you for the unforgettable moments this season. Your competitive spirit helped shape and strengthen the Meridian softball culture. You have set a new standard of excellence by accomplishing something no previous softball team has done, winning a sectional and advancing to the Super-Sectional. Future Meridian players were watching, and they will remember this run.
Hawk Nation, thank you for showing up in full force. Your support throughout the postseason, and especially tonight, brought incredible energy, pride, and unity to our community.
Coach Streeval, thank you for everything you have given to Meridian softball. Over 28 years, you have taught us that determination, preparation, and consistency are the foundations of success. More importantly, you have built a program and culture that will last well beyond your time on the field. We are grateful for the impact you have made and will continue striving to uphold the standard you have set.
Enjoy your retirement, Coach. You have earned it and Meridian is better because of you.
The standard has been raised AND the future is bright!
It's a great day to be a Hawk!
Below is the physical address for IWU. (Map attached)
It was confirmed this morning that tickets WILL BE available at the gate for $10 if you are not buying them ahead of time on Go Fan.
Game time 4:00 PM
Illinois Wesleyan University
Shirk Center
302 E. Emerson
Bloomington, IL 61701
bankston@iwu.edu
309-556-3380
It was confirmed this morning that tickets WILL BE available at the gate for $10 if you are not buying them ahead of time on Go Fan.
Game time 4:00 PM
Illinois Wesleyan University
Shirk Center
302 E. Emerson
Bloomington, IL 61701
bankston@iwu.edu
309-556-3380
Hawk Nation, below are some reminders that we received from IWU in regards to tomorrow's Super Sectional.
* Please remind your families and fans that all tickets need to be purchased in advance via the Go Fan website, just like all other IHSA rounds.
* Lastly, we were asked by IHSA to host both a 1A Super-Sectional at 4 pm and then a 4A Super-Sectional at 6:30 pm, so we will need you administrative team's assistance with the following:
* Please make sure your fans are aware there is another game being played after your game. Any official team photograph on the field should be organized and executed as quickly as possible. Then there will be a designated gathering space in front of the hitting/pitching pavilion where fans and players can take individual photos with the trophy, etc.
* Please make sure your teams clear out of the dugout areas as quickly as possible so the other teams for the second game can move in.
* Please remind your families and fans that all tickets need to be purchased in advance via the Go Fan website, just like all other IHSA rounds.
* Lastly, we were asked by IHSA to host both a 1A Super-Sectional at 4 pm and then a 4A Super-Sectional at 6:30 pm, so we will need you administrative team's assistance with the following:
* Please make sure your fans are aware there is another game being played after your game. Any official team photograph on the field should be organized and executed as quickly as possible. Then there will be a designated gathering space in front of the hitting/pitching pavilion where fans and players can take individual photos with the trophy, etc.
* Please make sure your teams clear out of the dugout areas as quickly as possible so the other teams for the second game can move in.
Monday’s open gym for girls basketball has been moved to 10:00 am - 12:00 pm because of the high school softball game. Please share!
Our girls brought home the Sectional Title tonight! This is the first-ever Sectional Championship in Meridian High School history.
It was a pitcher's duel with limited offense on both sides, but what got the job done was basic, simple, and beautiful softball.
Maddie Briggs showed great discipline at the plate, leading off the inning with a walk.
Charlotte Pritts laid down a perfect bunt, moving Maddie to second while reaching safely at first.
Morgan Knierim did what she does best and drove a hard-hit ball to left field to score Maddie from second.
Mix that offense with incredible pitching from Ashlee Schelling, including a gutsy, diving, headfirst catch on the first base foul line, and the Hawks came away with the victory.
The girls will play in the Super-Sectionals on Monday against Gardner @ 4:00 PM. The game will be played in Bloomington at Illinois Wesleyan University.
Stay tuned and go Hawks!!
It was a pitcher's duel with limited offense on both sides, but what got the job done was basic, simple, and beautiful softball.
Maddie Briggs showed great discipline at the plate, leading off the inning with a walk.
Charlotte Pritts laid down a perfect bunt, moving Maddie to second while reaching safely at first.
Morgan Knierim did what she does best and drove a hard-hit ball to left field to score Maddie from second.
Mix that offense with incredible pitching from Ashlee Schelling, including a gutsy, diving, headfirst catch on the first base foul line, and the Hawks came away with the victory.
The girls will play in the Super-Sectionals on Monday against Gardner @ 4:00 PM. The game will be played in Bloomington at Illinois Wesleyan University.
Stay tuned and go Hawks!!
Online grades for 4th quarter/2nd Semester are finalized and report cards are available to view through TeacherEase. If you would like to pick up a printed copy of your child's report card, please contact the office!
Come be a part of a very important team next year!
It's hard to believe we almost have another school year in the books! There is no school tomorrow (Monday, May 25) for Memorial Day. Tuesday is the last day of school with students dismissing at 1:30 p.m. Each grade level has a variety of activities planned for students to enjoy before we send them home for summer!
Our softball team got it done and brought home the Regional Plaque.
Great job girls!!
Start making plans for Tuesday in LeRoy vs Heyworth for the Sectional Semifinals. Game time 4:30.
Great job girls!!
Start making plans for Tuesday in LeRoy vs Heyworth for the Sectional Semifinals. Game time 4:30.
Recently we had our Meridian Athletics Golf Outing at the Moweaqua Golf Course.
This year we had great participation. There were 17 teams of 4 that competed. Thank you!
We raised over $4,000 for Meridian Athletics.
We would like to thank Moweaqua Golf Couse and Brad Burcham for allowing us to do this every year.
Additionally, we would like to mention and say thank you to the sponsors for this year's event. They are attached.
Thank you everyone!!
This year we had great participation. There were 17 teams of 4 that competed. Thank you!
We raised over $4,000 for Meridian Athletics.
We would like to thank Moweaqua Golf Couse and Brad Burcham for allowing us to do this every year.
Additionally, we would like to mention and say thank you to the sponsors for this year's event. They are attached.
Thank you everyone!!
We had 19 students qualify for the end-of-year IXL movie reward. These students worked hard to show growth each month and were treated to a showing of Rookie of the Year with snacks this morning!
Mark your calendars for these summer gym opportunities for MMS Girls Basketball! Any incoming 6th - 8th girl interested in playing basketball is welcome to attend! Please reach out to Coach Wells with questions - wellsr@meridianhawks.net.
Best of luck to Zada D. when she represents MMS at the IESA Girls Class 8-2A State Track Meet in Peoria today! Zada finished in 1st place at Sectionals last Saturday to compete in the 400m dash. Updated results will be posted on the IESA website. We are cheering for you, Zada!!!!
If you have a student who will be joining band next school year, don't forget to take advantage of tonight's Instrument Tryout Night! This is a great opportunity for students to find the best fit by trying different instruments. The Music Shoppe will also be here to provide more information on their Rent to Own program. Please email Dr. Raymond at raymondc@meridianhawks.net with questions.
Lunch Menu Change for the Week:
Wednesday -
Chicken Patty
Corn
Pears
Thursday -
Breakfast Casserole
Mandarin Oranges
Snack
Wednesday -
Chicken Patty
Corn
Pears
Thursday -
Breakfast Casserole
Mandarin Oranges
Snack
Don't forget - May Days kick off tomorrow! Student Council has planned a week of dress up days to help us countdown to summer. Students should represent their favorite team tomorrow!
Student Council "May Days" week is this week! Students are encouraged to participate in these planned days.
There will be a meeting during study hall on Tuesday for any student planning to take the Robotics elective next year.
Does your child plan to take band for the first time next year? The Instrument Tryout Night with The Music Shoppe is scheduled for Tuesday evening. This is a great opportunity for new musicians to test out a variety of instruments and learn more about the rent-to-own program. If you are interested or would like more information, please email Dr. Raymond at raymondc@meridianhawks.net.
Awards Night is on Wednesday in the auditorium. 6th & 7th Grade Awards will begin at 5:30 p.m. with doors opening at 5:00 p.m. Students who will be receiving an award received an invite email last week. 8th Grade Awards & Recognition will begin at 7:00 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.
Go Hawks!
Meridian has several coaching and organization sponsor opportunities for next year!
Carson F. received a Hawk Proud SHOUT OUT this week for being such a great friend by lending a helpful hand to a classmate during the chorus concert. Kids like Carson make MMS a great place to learn!
