There is no school on Monday for MLK Jr. Day, but make plans to join us in the evening for our 8th Grade Night/Pack the Place! 8th grade basketball players and cheerleaders will be recognized between games along with their parents. In addition, the Washington DC group will be selling walking tacos, have a 50/50 raffle, and a half court challenge to raise money for this year's trip. The 7th grade game will begin at 6:00 p.m.
Students who were on the Principal's List for the 2nd quarter will be treated to donuts & juice before school on Wednesday.
Our fundraiser luncheon for qualified students will take place during the lunch period on Friday.
Basketball -
Monday: HOME vs. Sangamon Valley; 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: AWAY vs. Taylorville; 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: HOME vs. Unity Christian; 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 7th Grade Regionals vs. Warrensburg; Riverton MS at 11:15 am
Volleyball -
Tuesday: HOME vs. Shelbyville; 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: AWAY vs. Central A&M; 6:00 p.m.
Go Hawks!
Congratulations to our Lady Hawks for winning the 8th Grade Wildcat Classic in Edinburg today! 🏐🥇
Congratulations to all our students who made the Academic Honors list for the 2nd quarter! Our students work hard, and it definitely pays off. Student who were in the Principal's List will be treated to donuts & juice before school on Wednesday. Keep it up, Hawks!
The 7-3A IESA Regional Bracket has been posted. The Hawks will play Warrensburg next Saturday (January 25) for the first round. The game will begin at 11:15 am at Riverton Middle School. Go Hawks!
8th grade basketball players and cheerleaders will be recognized with their parents between home games on Monday, January 20. Make plans to come out and help us PACK THE PLACE when our Hawks take on the Sangamon Valley Storm. The 7th grade game will kick off at 6:00 p.m. Come hungry because students going on this year's Washington DC trip will have walking tacos available to purchase. They will also have a 50/50 raffle and half court challenge.
Your Lady Hawks Volleyball is back in action tonight vs Sullivan 6pm first match @ MMS. Come join us
All 3 of our teams picked up wins over Sangamon Valley tonight! The Lady Hawks will be back in action at home on Thursday when they play Sullivan.
If you have ever considered being a substitute teacher, we'd love to add you to our list! For more information, contact the MMS office (217-764-3367) or Unit Office (217-764-5269).
Meridian MMS Volleyball Fans we have HOME GAME tonight please come out and join us as the MMS Lady Hawks hit the floor tonight.
5pm 6 grade game followed by 7 and 8th grade games
This week's Hawk Proud shoutout goes to Larissa W & Jensen D. They helped with a task after school without complaint going above and beyond what was asked of them! It was greatly appreciated and helped get the Hawk Buck store ready for the second semester!
MMS Basketball fans, please join us for a packed filled weekend of Meridian Hoops. Both Boys Basketball Teams will be playing in their respective conference tournament. Attached and below is tournament information
8th Grade Boys Basketball: Central A&M: Meridian vs A-O Jan 11th @ 11:30am Cam MS
7th Grade Boys Basketball: M-F: Meridian vs Monticello Jan 11th @ 9:00 am MFMS
YOUNG ARTISTS SHOWCASE UPDATE -
The Young Artists Showcase awards ceremony that was scheduled for tonight has been POSTPONED because of the weather. This event has been rescheduled to January 24 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
A big congrats goes out to 8th grader Addi Hendershot. Not only did she have artwork accepted for this year's Young Artist Showcase, but her artwork was also selected to be displayed as the face of the show! Congratulations once again to the following Middle School Students: Lucas Roberts, Addi Hendershot, Logan Lott, Chance Lewis, Ruby Major, Levi Henderson, Kyndall Gillen, and Brayden Moretti. Their artwork was chosen by Gallery 510 to be displayed at the Young Artists' Showcase January 10th-25th. The Decatur Area Arts Council and Gallery 510 will host the Young Artists Showcase Awards on January 10th from 5-7. The exhibit in the Anne Lloyd Gallery, presented by Gallery 510, features artwork created by students in the 5th through 8th grade from Macon County and surrounding areas. Please check it out! Office and Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday - 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Additional Gallery Hours: Saturday - 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Report cards for the 2nd quarter will be printed and provided to all students today. Grades are also posted and finalized on TeacherEase. There is an option to view the actual report card by selecting "more" on the app. Any questions about a particular class/grade should be directed to the appropriate classroom teacher.
The MMS Drama Club cast kicked off the new semester yesterday with their first drama club practice. This is going to be a show you won't want to miss!
The school district is in need of substitute custodians. If you are interested in making additional money please contact the district office at 217-764-5269. We offer paid training.
Students will dismiss at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday for school improvement. Study hall is very short, so please make sure all transportation arrangements are made in advance!
With today's teacher in-service being postponed due to the weather, 2nd quarter report cards will now be sent home with students on Thursday (1/9). If your child was absent before break, please make sure all work is completed and ready to turn in when we return tomorrow so grades can be finalized!
Tomorrow's MMS boys basketball game at Shelbyville has been postponed due to the current weather conditions. A rescheduled date will be communicated in the near future!
Congratulations to the MMS students who had art accepted into the Young Artists' Showcase this year! Artwork will be on exhibit in the Anne Lloyd Gallery in Decatur from January 5 - 25. Thank you, as always, to Mrs. Perrey for submitting the artwork so our students' artwork can be displayed for the community to enjoy!
