Meridian Junior High School

7th graders dissected frogs in Mrs. Barton's room today! Students worked together to learn about the systems of the body with guidance from Mrs. Barton and Mrs. Gensler. Students also had the option to participate in dissection virtually.

All Meridian 223 staff, students, families, and community members are invited to join the 3rd Annual Meridian Wellness 5K! Sign Up Links:  https://forms.gle/WT4379E3eSs55KEZ7 Interested in a Meridian Wellness T-Shirt only? https://forms.gle/SM5xSCW3gXtKaLUG9 Sign ups and t-shirt orders are due this Thursday! 

We are partnering up with Rochelle school district and the Ogle County Health Dept. to offer a school and sport physical clinic on Saturday, May 6th! School physicals & immunizations are required for students entering grades: pre-k, kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade for the upcoming school year. Additionally, 12th grade students have an immunization requirement. A parent or guardian must be present at the student’s appointment. Appointments are required. Call 815-562-2847 to schedule yours!

Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Meridian School District, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! App Video: https://youtu.be/8tAgR63O7TM Android https://bit.ly/3PhCXhY iPhone https://apple.co/3yzKHpM

Our onsite dental clinic, hosted with Orland Park Dental Services, will be on Thursday, March 16th (for MC students) and Friday, March 17th (for HES, MJHS, and SVHS students). Students with no dental insurance, Medicaid insurance and private insurance may participate in the clinic. Students with completed consent forms will receive dental care conveniently during the school day. Participation in the clinic DOES meet the dental exam requirements for Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 6th Grade and 9th Grade. (exams are due by May 15th) To sign up your student, please use this link: https://opdsdentalservices.formstack.com/forms/meridian_223

We are loving our new app! Access documents, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket. MCUSD223 App Video: https://youtu.be/8tAgR63O7TM Download for Android https://bit.ly/3PhCXhY Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3yzKHpM

The 8th grade SOAR classes have been having IXL competitions this school year. The teachers would like to recognize the top three winners in each SOAR class for our most current competition. Students have shown proficiency in a variety of Math and ELA academic standards. Pictured are: Annay, Bernice, Yanelli, Kaera, Maddy, Karmen, Josh, Ali H., Izzy, Lane, Jacob, Wyatt, Hudson, Aaron, and Ryne.

We're thrilled to announce the new app for Meridian School District! It's everything Meridian School District, in your pocket. MCUSD223 App Video: https://youtu.be/8tAgR63O7TM Download for Android https://bit.ly/3PhCXhY Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3yzKHpM

Some pictures from MJHS first Wrestling meet. Our boys did very well!

You're invited! Family Engagement Night TONIGHT from 5-7, doors open at 4:45. See you there! #WeAreMCUSD