We are so proud of our Hawks who represented MMS at the IESA 3A State Track Meet that was held in Peoria over the weekend.
Congratulations on these State finishes -
Morgan K (8th grade) placed 4th in the 400m dash, 10th in the 100m hurdles & 16th in high jump.
Trenton D. (8th grade) finished 9th in high jump.
Corbin N. (7th grade) placed 20th in the 400m dash.
Coaches are Brian Pekovitch and Madison Houser with team manager Bella D.
It’s hard to believe that MMS fall baseball is right around the corner! Coach Britton was able to meet with some of the boys today and will meet with the rest next week. Check out this important info for the upcoming season. Some baseball opportunities are quickly approaching. Questions can be emailed to brittonb@meridianhawks.net.
The Parade of Athletes kicks off the IESA State Track Meet in Peoria this weekend. MMS is represented by Corbin N., Morgan K., Trenton D., Manager Bella D., Coach Pekovitch, & Coach Houser. Best of luck & have fun this weekend, Hawks!
15 students met the Accelerated Reader Super Reader goal for the year and were treated to Mexican for lunch today. After enjoying chips & queso, a delicious meal, and dessert, they aren't going back to school hungry!
Our Hawks head to Maroa in the morning for the IESA Sectional track meet. If you are planning to attend, the cost is $7 for HS students and adults and $3 for seniors and students. Good luck to our athletes participating!
We often have visitors who are unsure of which entrance to go to. Thanks to New Era Signs for setting us up with some new signage to help visitors get where they need to go.
We are lucky to have the best teachers who work hard for our students every day. We are celebrating them all week! Thank you, teachers!
Meridian has openings for assistant boys basketball coaching positions.
State Senator McClure is promoting a summer reading club. Information is available at each school building office.
We had a packed house for the spring band concert this afternoon. The beginner band and 7th & 8th grade bands have worked very hard and performed several great pieces! Grace M., Eleanor M., & Emy W., this year's ILMEA All-District band participants, performed Swing Low, Sweet Chariot together. Excellent job to all our MMS musicians!
We had a great afternoon with the 5th graders on our campus. They got to hear the MHS band perform, had a lot of questions answered during a Q&A session, and took a tour of the building. They especially liked finding their names on the welcome bulletin board our MJHS created!
41 students qualified for the end-of-year AR movie incentive. These readers were treated to Del's popcorn, candy & a drink. Per 8th grade Advanced Lit request, we enjoyed Kung Fu Panda 4 on the big screen!
The MMS/MHS choir performed several pieces and featured several vocalists during tonight's spring concert. Congratulations to the choir members & Mr. Anderson on an exceptional job!
Congratulations to 8th grader Alyssa Meisenhelter for having her artwork featured on the program!
Meridian CUSD #15 welcomes Mr. David Graves as the district Athletic Director for the 2024-2025 school year. Mr. Graves will also serve as the high school head boys basketball coach.
Meridian Elementary School welcomes Mrs. Sarah Major as the principal for the 2024-2025 school year!
The May lunch menu for the Macon campus can be found here - https://5il.co/2k2na
Staff had the opportunity to work with Dr. Todd Whitaker during his presentation, "What Great Teachers Do Differently." Dr. Whitaker is a nationally renowned educator and author of more than 60 books. Staff also received one of his books titled What Great Teachers Do Differently.
Meridian CUSD #15 has an opportunity for a full time bus mechanic. See the attachment for more information.
This week's Hawk Proud award goes to Isaac H. Isaac was nominated for helping one of the custodians pick up trash that was left behind in one of the restrooms. Thanks for helping to make our school a better place, Isaac!
We are so lucky to have such a great secretary who takes care of us and makes sure every day is fun! Happy Administrative Professionals day to Mrs. Comerford!
