Meridian Academy News

Hello Meridian Academy Community,

I am amazed to say that this is the last bulletin of the year! We are fast approaching graduation day and I am so proud of all of our seniors (and some juniors) who have worked SO hard the last few months in order to "git 'er done". It is always amazing what our students and their helpful teachers can do when when it's crunch time. We always look forward to our Graduate Tribute Evening get-together coming up next Thursday! I also want to make sure you and your student take advantage of our summer school opportunity. This is designed as a way for students to catch up and finish already started portfolios. This is HIGHLY recommended for any student who is behind in credits (12 per year) on their way to graduation.

This has been a great school year and that is in large part to our parents, guardians, and community. We have some changes coming up next year, but since our school culture is so strong, I am not worried about this in the least. Be on the lookout for information come August when we will hold another MA Community Meeting to go over necessary information in order to get our year going well.

Thank you for all you do and see you all in August!

Principal Eian and the Meridian Academy Team

Parents and Guardians of graduates:

Please note that a parent or guardian MUST pick up graduation tickets in-person for the May 22nd ceremony at the Idaho Center on the Grove. Options are:

1) Pick up tickets at any point throughout the day at Meridian Academy

2) Receive your tickets during the Graduation Celebration Dinner on May 15th.

Reminder- each family is allotted seven (7) tickets unless you requested more earlier.

If you are interested in purchasing MA Gear, please click the link below. Our next order will be completed on May 9th, so act now!

The Meridian Academy Store

Most of the Meridian Academy community is aware of the proposed restructuring of West Ada School District Alternative Education programs for the 2025-2026 school year. The exact details of these changes are still being finalized, and we would love your feedback, comments, or questions. Please visit the link below for more information about the possible schedule changes along with additional facts and data about WASD Alternative Education programs. Additionally, you will find an online survey to complete with your feedback, questions, and comments. If you would like to be on the parent restructuring committee, please email Principal Eian at harm.eian@westada.org!

Alternative Schools | West Ada School District

It is hard to believe but we are wrapping up the school year as we enter into 4th quarter. We have accomplished so much throughout the year and the Yearbook Staff has been working hard to document it all for the 2024-2025 Yearbook. The yearbooks cost $25 each and will arrive on Friday May 9th so now is the time to get your orders submitted. Get your order form in right away to make sure you have the years memories at your fingertips forever! Order forms are available from your Mentor or you could use the link below to print a copy.

Yearbook Order Link Click Here

Congratulations to Raimee Black and Malicah Lopez for winning the Mayors’ Award to Youth! Raimee is a 9th grader new to Meridian Academy this year but has made a big impact already. Malicah is a Senior wrapping up his last portfolios before graduation in the coming weeks and has been a tremendous leader among his peers. Both students have shown tremendous dedication to their studies and exemplify the Panther Way each day in school. Both Malicah and Raimee were given their award at our latest school assembly. We couldn’t be more proud of these two awesome students! Keep up the good work!

So many awesome things have been happening at Meridian Academy over the past handful of weeks! Check out a small sample of the highlights below!

Thursday May 15th - Senior Tribute Dinner 6:00-8:00

Monday May 19th - Graduation Practice 10 a.m. in the Meridian Academy Gym

Thursday May 22nd - Graduation Ceremony @ Idaho Central Arena 7:30 p.m.

Friday May 23rd - Last Day Of School

Monday June 2nd - Summer School Begins

The end of the year is rapidly approaching so students are working hard to finish their current portfolios. An awesome incentive has been announced at Meridian Academy to encourage students to earn as many credits as they can. All students who have completed at least 5 credits beginning in January until April 30th will be invited to a fun session with games and free food to celebrate your hard work! You won’t want to miss out on the fun so lock in and start finishing up your portfolios so you are invited! The celebration will occur on Friday May 9th so don’t delay! Finish up the portfolios today!

West Ada School District will be hosting a Military Information Night on Tuesday May 6th. The Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Navy, Marines, and many more branches of the U.S. Military will be on hand to answer any questions students may have about joining. The space is limited to 250 attendees so everyone interested in attending must RSVP right away to reserve your spot. Please contact Nichole Deakins for more information and see the link below to RSVP for the event. The event will start at 6:00 and run until 8:15 at the WASD Main Offices. It would be a great chance to learn more about military opportunities after High School! Military Night Link

Prom was held on May 3rd at Meridian Academy and was a huge success. Many students and guests attended the event hosted by Meridian Academy's Student Council. Students created lasting memories dancing the night away, playing Plinko, snacking on some tasty treats, and picking up some awesome swag. It was a great chance for students to dress up in their best clothes and enjoy the night with their friends. Check out some of the pictures below. Special thanks to Wyatt Ecklund for serving as the photographer during the event.

Students are REQUIRED to have their ID Badge in order to ride the bus. No students will be allowed to ride the bus without their ID Badge. Please remind all students to bring their IDs each day to school. It is necessary for students to navigate campus and swipe their cards to enter building doors. Students should see David K. in the Commons to replace a lost ID. School IDs are just one way we help keep our school safe so please do your part and remember to bring your ID to school each day!

Congratulations to Kim, Meridian Academy’s Para Professional for having been selected as Meridian Academy’s employee of the year! Kim started working at Meridian Academy in the middle of last year and has become a tremendous asset to the team. Students love working with her in Shari’s room when they need some one-on-one support with an assignment they are working on. Kim says she loves working at Meridian Academy because she gets to see students grow and become successful while attending school here. Her favorite holiday is Thanksgiving because she gets to eat and cook with her family. In addition to her husband and three children, Kim has two pet cats at home named Luna and Myles. Her favorite sports team is FC Barcelona because they are the best and her favorite season of the year is Fall because is the best running weather and she likes the Fall colors. We are so lucky to have Kim on the Meridian Academy team and we are looking forward to many more years working with her! Thanks for all your hard work, Kim!

Meridian Academy High School's official Facebook page is the newest way we will begin to share updates and celebrations. Follow our page if you are interested!

https://www.facebook.com/MeridianAcademyWASD/