The Meridian Hoot

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Mission:

The mission of Meridian Public Charter School is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement.

Vision:

One Student, One Community, One City... the World Intersects at Meridian

From the Desk of Dr. Rikki Hunt Taylor

Dear Meridian PCS Parents and Families,

Thank you for helping make Black History Month a meaningful celebration across our school community. Throughout February, scholars participated in culturally rich lessons and activities through CREW clubs, community circles at the ESC, spirit week fashion and history at the MSC, and visits from community partners. These experiences helped students explore history, culture, and leadership while strengthening our sense of community.

As we look ahead, re-enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open. We encourage families to secure their student’s seat early. The process takes about 10 minutes with our Enrollment Team during school hours. Families can also earn referral incentives by inviting friends and family to join the Meridian PCS community.

In March, we will celebrate National Education Association’s Read Across America, as we continue expanding our focus on Language, Literacy, and the Arts through reading activities and creative expression across classrooms.

We are also excited to launch a 6th Grade Academy pilot program for the 2026–27 school year, designed to better support students as they transition from elementary to middle school with strong academic and community-building support. Join me for a Schoolwide Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, March 11 at 5:30pm - we have big news for 2026-27 and you don’t want to miss it! Click here to RSVP.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our scholars and school community.

With Literacy and Justice for All,

Dr. Rikki Hunt Taylor

Executive Director

March Upcoming Events

Monday, March 2: MSC ANet Incentive Field Trip to Kraken Kourts & Skates
Monday, March 9 - Friday, March 13: Read Across America Week at the ESC
Friday, March 13: Pi Day Celebration
Friday, March 13: Make-up School Day (January 30 school closure due to inclement weather)
Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20: ANet A3 Benchmark Assessments - Math & ELA
Friday, March 27: ESC Movie Day (March Attendance Incentive)

Note: Friday, March 13, 2026 is a make-up school day from our recent school closure on Friday, January 30. This will be a full day of in-person instruction. Aftercare and late pick-up will not be provided. Students will need to be picked up during regular dismissal times - 3:30pm at the ESC and 3:55pm at the MSC.

Monthly School Menus

Click here to view March school menus.

Inclement Weather Policy Reminder

As we move deeper into the winter season , please review our Inclement Weather Policy for SY25-26.

We will continue to communicate any adjusted school activities throughout the coming months.

Inside Academics

6th Grade Academy

Next year, we are excited to launch our 6th Grade Academy, which will be housed at our ESC. To ensure a smooth transition and minimize the impact on our students, the current fifth graders will remain at the elementary school campus for their sixth-grade year. RSVP today to join our Schoolwide Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, March 11 at 5:30pm.

Click here to read the full letter to families from Executive Director, Dr. Rikki Hunt Taylor.

Campus Connect

Stay connected with what’s happening at each campus:

ESC – Intramural Basketball

Our ESC intramural basketball season was a slam dunk! Students strengthened their skills, practiced teamwork, and showed great sportsmanship throughout the season. From exciting plays to encouraging teammates, our student athletes brought energy and school spirit to every game. We're proud of their growth on and off the court!

MSC – Q2 Awards Ceremony

We are so excited to celebrate our MSC students' accomplishments during the Quarter 2 Awards Ceremony! Each grade level recognized scholars who performed well and made the Honor Roll, High Honor Roll and Principal’s Honor Roll lists.

During the ceremony, Core Value Awards celebrated students who embodied each of the MPCS core values for the second quarter. Owl-Standing Awards were given to students who embodied ALL the core values every day, all quarter long. Teachers also recognized students from each grade level who demonstrated outstanding performances in the Creative Arts.

Congratulations to all of our Quarter 2 student scholars and athletes!

Beyond the Classroom

Out-Of-School Time Programming at the MSC

We’re excited to announce our partnership with Margie’s Kids Kare is expanding to offer a wide variety of afterschool club options exclusive to middle school campus students. Clubs will be hosted on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4pm - 5:15pm, including opportunities such as dance, sports & fitness, digital design, arts & crafts and more!

If your student is interested in participating, click here to sign up. We look forward to introducing our MSC students to more arts & enrichment programs this spring!

Re-Enroll for SY2026-27

It’s time to start your student’s re-enrollment for the 2026-27 school year, and the process is quick and easy - it takes about 10 minutes!

Simply stop by the ESC during school hours, bring your photo ID, and our team will help submit your information on the spot. Re-enrollment support is also available on Tuesdays & Thursdays until 5:30pm at the ESC.

If you have any questions or need assistance with registration/enrollment, please contact our enrollment team member who are ready to help:

Miguel Talford, Recruitment & Enrollment Coordinator, (202) 387-9830 ext. 453, mtalford@meridian-dc.org.
Gabriela Ferrufino, Student Records Coordinator, (202) 387-9830 ext. 236, gferrufino@meridian-dc.org.

Refer a Friend! Know a family member or friend looking for a great school community? Invite them to apply! Families who refer new students are eligible for a referral incentive.

We look forward to continuing another great year together in the owls' nest!

Let's Hear from You!

Our Family Engagement and Communications team welcomes your feedback on how we can improve your family's education experience mat Meridian PCS! Click here to complete the Meridian PCS Parent Survey.