The Hive Happenings

Dear Meridian Families,

We are wrapping up STAAR testing this week with Social Studies on Monday and Math on Wednesday. Our students have worked hard, and we are proud of their effort and focus.

With just a few weeks left in the school year, we are looking forward to many end-of-year events across band, FFA, athletics, and more. We encourage you to attend when you can—these moments mean a great deal to our students.

Thank you for your continued support as we finish the year strong!

Dear Senior Families,

We are in the final stretch—just five weeks until graduation, and we are so proud of this senior class!

We’ve recently seen an increase in tardies, absences, missed deadlines, and off-task behavior. While the excitement is understandable, these last weeks matter. Attendance, behavior, and completing required tasks all impact graduation eligibility.

We ask for your support in encouraging your senior to stay focused, meet deadlines, and finish strong.

Graduation Reminder:

• Each senior will receive 5 floor tickets
• Bleacher seating is unlimited (first come, first served)
• Graduation will be live-streamed on YouTube and shown in the cafeteria

Our goal is for every senior to walk the stage ready for what’s next. Thank you for partnering with us to make that happen—we’re excited to celebrate them soon!

Congratulations to Noah Smith and Afton Smith on an outstanding golf season!

Both athletes closed out their year at the Regional Golf Tournament with personal best performances. Noah shot an 81 on Day 1 and 86 on Day 2, while Afton improved each round with a 106 on Day 1 and a 99 on Day 2.

Their hard work and determination were on full display as they represented Meridian with pride. We are so proud of both of you—great job, Jackets! 💛🖤

We are excited to share that the following athletes have advanced to the Regional Track Meet, which will be held May 1–2 at Springtown High School. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication!

Victoria Bible – 4x100 Relay

Bailey Hay – Pole Vault, 4x100 Relay

Brianna Ortiz – 4x100 Relay

Guillermo Ortiz – Triple Jump

Dyna Potter – 4x100 Relay

Regional Qualifier T-Shirts are now on sale. Orders can be turned in to the high school office with payment by 3:30 PM on April 21.

For questions about shirts, please contact Coach L. Schur.

Let’s cheer on our Yellow Jackets as they compete at the next level!

The "All-In Era" is officially in full swing. We are on a 30-day mission to fund a free yearbook for every single student and staff member at Meridian ISD, but we don’t just want to provide the book; we want you IN it.

We’ve opened up a digital "Community Era" vault, and we’re inviting every parent, fan, and neighbor to share their receipts from the year. Whether it’s a shot from the sidelines, a community event, or a "behind the scenes" Meridian moment, we want to see it!
*Disclaimer: By uploading any photos or videos to the shared folder, you grant us permission to use them in both the physical and digital versions of the yearbook.

How to Get Involved Today:
1. Become a Legacy Partner (The Support)
Help us cross the finish line! View our sponsorship tiers and secure your business’s place in Meridian history. Every partnership puts books directly into the hands of our kids.
https://www.meridianisd.org/page/yearbook26

2. Upload Your Photos (The Story)
Got a great shot? Drop it in our community folder! Your photos could be featured in the physical yearbook or our digital edition.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1whTlbQA1z0MzddMQdeOMc7Qk4SRGBMNZ?usp=sharing

3. Spread the Word
Share this post! The faster we reach our goal, the sooner we can guarantee a book for every Yellow Jacket.

Meridian is more than a town—it’s an Era. Let’s capture it together.

As we head into the final weeks of school, we are focusing on consistency and connection. Finishing strong isn’t just about academics—it’s about how we treat one another and the habits we carry forward. We encourage students to continue showing respect, responsibility, and kindness each day. Every interaction matters.

**Note: Senior Spotlights will feature 2-3 Seniors per week in the newsletters. Students will be put in the newsletter in the order they are received. Reminder that students who do not submit photos will only have their bio posted.**

The journey to graduation is filled with achievements, friendships, and unforgettable moments. Meridian High School is proud to shine a spotlight on this year’s seniors, celebrating their hard work, stories, and the bright futures ahead. Join us in recognizing the Class of 2026 — each week in our newsletter, we’ll share personal highlights and memories from our amazing seniors. Let’s honor their dedication and celebrate the start of their next adventure together!

Stay tuned for inspiring stories and help us cheer on the Class of 2026!

No volunteer opportunities at this time.

🌟 Gold Stars: Celebrating Our Everyday Heroes

Every week, we’ll shine a little spotlight on moments—big and small—that make our campus stronger, kinder, and more connected. Gold Stars aren’t about titles or checklists; they’re about the heart and hustle we see in each other every day.

💡 Want to nominate someone for a Gold Star? Send me a quick note with their name and what they did. All shout-outs are not just welcome—they’re encouraged!

This week's Gold Star Nominations were (insert drum roll here):

None at this time.

None at this time.

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Remember anyone can nominate a teacher, staff member, or student! Let's help build each other up this year to make this the best school year ever! Go Jackets!!

Attendance by grade level as of April 19, 2026:

6th grade: 96.82% 🔼

7th grade: 96.10% 🔽

8th grade: 97.89%🔽

9th grade: 96.01%🔼

10th grade: 94.87% 🔼

11th grade: 94.87% 🔽

12th grade: 95.24% 🔽

Note: A student may not have any absences or tardies to earn the library lunch.

For field trips, a student can have zero unexcused absences, no more than 2 excused absences, and no more than three tardies.

It will reset every three weeks for the lunch and every six weeks for the field trip!

• 04/21/26 - Varsity Baseball @ Italy
• 04/23/26 - Varsity Baseball vs Italy
• 04/23 & 24 -- Regional Academic UIL @ Greyson College
• 04/27/26 - No School (Staff Workday)
• 04/30/26 - MISD Band Program Spring Concert (4-12)
• 05/01/26 - Bad Weather Day
• 05/01/26 - HS Regional Track Meet
• 05/07/26 - Band Banquet
• 05/09/26 - Grand March / Prom
• 05/11/26 - MHS Awards Night @ 6:00 p.m.
• 05/12/26 - FFA Banquet
• 05/14/26 - Athletic Banquet
• 05/15/26 - Senior Robing Ceremony @ 10 a.m.
• 05/17/26 - Baccalaureate @ Methodist church - 6 p.m.
• 05/21/26 - Last day of School
• 05/22/26 - Graduation