IRE Families,
As we approach the break, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for all the ways you contribute to our school community. From your volunteering efforts to the support and dedication you show at home, you play an essential role in making our school a wonderful place for learning and growth.
We will miss seeing everyone over the break, but we’re already looking forward to welcoming you back on Monday, January 6th. In the meantime, we hope you have a safe and joyful holiday filled with quality time spent with family and friends.
Thank you for all that you do, and we wish you a merry and restful break!
Best,
Tyler Dockins, Principal
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Ferndale has invited Meridian families to join their Strengthening Families classes that start in February. They are considering offering it in both Spanish and English.
Strengthening Families is ideal for parents and children ages 10-14.
Registration is happening now! See image/QR code below.
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Music class invite for grades: TK, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th
When: The week of December 16TH-20TH
Time: During your child’s Music Class (see below)
Where: IRE STAGE (not the gym)
Just a reminder that all classes are taking place and there is no need to arrive earlier than the time listed below. Students will need time to set up instruments for their class and families will not be allowed to enter the stage area while students are entering/setting up or families from the prior class is exiting.
Monday 16th:
9:40 Schultz
10:25 Mr. D
12:40 Goering
1:25 Perry
2:20 Oscarson
3:00 Wasley
Tuesday 17th:
9:40 Shipman
10:25 Aguilar
12:40 Scout
1:25 C. Johnson
2:20 Goo
3:00 Maxwell
Wednesday 18th:
9:40 Sana
10:25 Beatty
11:15 Koerner
12:40 Lammie
1:25 Eining
2:20 Carson
3:00 Trower
Thursday 19th:
9:40 AM TK Classes
12:40 Billmeyer
1:25 Bertrand
2:20 Bennet
3:00 PM TK
Friday 20th:
10:25 Vance
12:40 Poehlman
1:25 Castaneda
2:20 Wolcott
3:00 Brashears
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When: Tuesday, December 17th from 6:00pm -6:45pm
Where: IRE GYM
Students should arrive around 5:30pm and no later than 5:45pm to set up instruments.
Students should wear Hawaiian/Summer/Beach type themed clothing. No swimsuits.
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Join Common Threads to make delicious meals from scratch!
Registration is open now to all IRE Kinder-5th graders. Students may sign up for one two-week session. Just click the link below.
During each class, students will hone their teamwork skills and develop cooking techniques. After experiencing the fun of preparing and eating a meal with friends, students will go home with the recipe for their family to enjoy.
Our allergen-free recipes feature veggies grown on Whatcom County farms, and prove how absolutely delicious dark leafy greens and plant-based proteins can be!
Common Threads and IRE PTA are committed to making this opportunity accessible to all students. Please reach out to emily.hie@commonthreadsfarm.org if your family needs a sliding scale discount or scholarship!
Just a reminder … If your student attends these classes, make sure to updated SDM for those days.
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In December, IRE students and staff will be practicing a HOLD Drill. The following is an example of how we explain a HOLD Drill to our IRE students:
A HOLD may be called if there is an altercation or disturbance in a hallway, a medical issue that needs attention, or unfinished maintenance in a common area during high-traffic times.
Schools in our county use the Standard Response Protocol from iloveuguys.org. You can learn more about the protocol here.
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We are accepting referrals for the highly capable program. Highly capable students are those who perform or show potential for performing at significantly advanced academic levels when compared with others of their age, experiences, or environments. Teachers and parents may refer any student in grades K-11 for assessment.
To refer a student for assessment, please complete the Highly Capable referral form by December 13, 2024 for eligibility in the 2025-26 school year.
If you have questions about the Highly Capable Program visit our website or contact Rebecca Montgomery, highly capable program coordinator, at 360-318-2456 or rmontgomery@meridian.wednet.edu.
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The Whatcom Asset Building Coalition has created a website with information regarding meals during the holiday season.
If you are someone you know is in need of a hot meal, please click on the link below.
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