Trojan family,
This week we crossed the 20 day mark of the 2024-2025 school year, which means that approximately 12% of the year has gone by already. This is incredible! It also underscores the importance of regular school attendance – as just a day or two a month can add up to a large percentage of the school year overall. If students aren’t present we can’t teach them or provide intervention. If your student is struggling with attendance we’d love to partner with you. Reach out to your child’s counselor for an initial contact and we’ll develop a plan!
Don’t forget that this coming week is “short” with no school on Friday.
Go Trojans!
Mr. Doffing, Principal
Mr. Kratzig, Assistant Principal
Monday, September 30
- Normal Monday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 2, HR, 3, 4, 5, 6)
- Picture Retake Day (must register below)
- JV Football vs. Granite Falls HS, 5:00pm at GVHS
- JV & C-Team Volleyball vs. Blaine HS, 5:40pm at BHS
- Varsity Volleyball vs. Blaine HS, 7:00pm at BHS
Tuesday, October 1
- Normal Tuesday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 2, T3, 4, 5)
- Dr. Everett’s “Thriving Futures” series at MP3, 8:15am
- Swim and Dive, 3:30pm at Arne Hannah Aquatic Center in Bellingham
- Tennis vs. Sedro Woolley HS, 4:00pm at Lynden MS
- Girls Soccer vs. Blaine HS, 7:30pm at BHS
Wednesday, October 2
- Normal Wednesday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 3, T3, 4, 6)
- D&D Club, 2:35pm in Mr. Armerding’s Room
- Boys Tennis vs. Anacortes HS, 4:00pm at AMS
- Cross Country Meet, 4:00pm at MHS
- C-Team Football vs. LC, 5:00pm at LC
- JV & C-Team Volleyball vs. Lynden Christian HS, 5:40pm at LCHS
- Varsity Volleyball vs. Lynden Christian HS, 7:00pm at LCHS
Thursday, October 3
- Normal Thursday Bell Schedule (Periods 2, 3, T3, 5, 6)
- Swim & Dive vs. Oak Harbor, 4:00pm at Forge Fitness in Lynden
- Girls Soccer vs. Lynden Christian HS, 4:30pm at LCHS
Friday, October 4
- No School
- Varsity Football vs. South Whidbey HS, 7:00pm at MHS
Saturday, October 5
- Swim and Dive, 9:00am at Fidalgo Pool in Anacortes
- Cross Country at Spokane Polo Grounds, 10:00am
- Varsity Volleyball vs. Chelan HS & Okanogan HS, 12:00pm at CHS
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Picture Retakes
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Picture retakes this year will be on Monday, September 30. The only way to get your picture retaken is to register using this form. On the 30th, we will send you a note when it’s your time to get your picture taken, after which you will return directly to class.
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Family BINGO Night
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Next Thursday, the 8th graders who are attending the Washington D.C. trip next March are excited to host a Bingo Night Fundraiser. Bring your friends and family for a fun evening of bingo, prizes, and community spirit, all while supporting a great cause. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Teen Heart Screen
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Even teens who seem perfectly healthy may have hidden heart problems. Although the percentage is small, kids with undetected heart defects are at risk of sudden cardiac acrrest which can happen without warning and can result in death.
To participate in a free screening, a parent or legal guardian must complete and sign the Heart Health Survey on behalf of their teen or youth (under age 18). Completed surveys must be received by October 22. Appointments will then be scheduled for students on Tuesday, October 29 during or after the school day.
Click here to register your student!
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Squalicum HS Career Fair
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On Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m., Squalicum High School (3773 E. McLeod Road) will host a College Fair open to all juniors and seniors in Whatcom County. You’ll have the opportunity to meet representatives from public and private colleges and universities in Washington State and beyond.
Scholarship and financial aid sessions will be offered at 6:15 and 7:15 p.m. For more information, contact your school’s career center.
Be sure to register ahead for updates at www.strivefair.com!
The FAFSA/WASFA application for financial aid has been delayed. It was hoped that the application would be available in October as it was before the new application. The release has been delayed until December 1, 2024. MHS will offer three support sessions for seniors. A lesson will be taught in Homeroom explaining types of financial aid and what documents are needed to develop a FSA ID.
An assembly will be held for seniors on November 4th during Homeroom with our partner Futures NW to help students make their FSA ID. January 14th we will hold our annual Financial Aid Night. We will have professionals here to help with any questions you or your parents may have on completing the applications. Dinner will be provided and time to complete the applications. Finally, February 27th during both lunches Futures NW will join us to check the application status and help with any error messages.
Last year this was a new offering and was found very beneficial as they found errors that were associated with the new application and were able to report their findings so the errors could be corrected in the application itself. Pizza will be provided. This is just a quick application check so that any financial aid you may be receiving will not be delayed. Mark your calendars. We look forward to working with you.
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College in the High School Program
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Meridian High School students can earn free college credit through Everett Community College (EvCC) by taking select courses like Honors Chemistry, AP Biology, Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics, and AP Calculus. The process is simple: apply to become an EvCC student and register for courses—all while completing your coursework at MHS!
Key Deadlines:
- Apply to EvCC by December 16, 2024
- Register for your EvCC courses by January 17, 2025
MHS is offering application support during T3 on November 21, and registration support on December 12. Make sure to take advantage of this great opportunity to earn college credits at no cost!
For more details, check out the EvCC CHS Application and Registration Page. For additional help, visit the EvCC CHS Support Page or email collegeinhs@everettcc.edu.
Pro Tip: These are real college courses, and grades will affect your academic record, so stay on top of your work!
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Yearbook Senior Grad Ads
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Grad ads are due on December 16, 2024 (the same deadline as senior photos). A half-page ad costs $110 and can include up to 7 photos, while a quarter-page ad costs $60 with a maximum of 5 photos.
To submit, please send your receipt, photos, and dedication wording to Mr. McGrew by the deadline. If you’re submitting hard copies of photos, we will scan them and return them by the end of the school year.
Remember, the more content in the dedication, the smaller the font will be, so keep it simple for easier reading!
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The High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) is a required component for graduation. All students must complete their HSBP by December 16, 2024 to meet this important graduation requirement.
To help you understand what is necessary to satisfy this requirement, we have provided a detailed document outlining all the components of the HSBP. You can access it here: HSBP Requirements.
If your student needs assistance or has any questions about completing their HSBP, please don’t hesitate to reach out to their school counselor. Our counselors are here to guide students through the process and provide any support needed.
Don’t wait until the deadline – start early to ensure your student is on track for graduation!
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