Trojan family,
Next week we will post progress grades to Skyward under the “Portfolio” tab. This is done every 6 weeks to provide a snapshot of student progress at that point, but are not official grades. We’d encourage families to log in to Skyward and take a look so you can support your students on the final stretch to the end of the year.
This Wednesday, Whatcom Therapy Dogs will be visiting our lunches! They’ll be stationed in the Old Cafeteria, where students can stop by for some calming cuddles with these trained support dogs. Spending time with dogs has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, and boost endorphins – leaving you feeling happier and more relaxed. Don’t miss this chance!
As always, let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Go Trojans!
Mr. Doffing, Principal
Mr. Kratzig, Assistant Principal
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What’s In This Edition?
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  • Upcoming Events
  • Bell Schedule
General MHS Information
  • Talent Show Auditions
  • Now Accepting Nominations for Thrive Awards!
  • Why Build a New Meridian Middle School?
  • Smarter Balanced (SBA) Retake Option
  • Upcoming Schedule Adjustments
Counseling Corner
  • Northwest Career & Technical Academy
  • Sheriff’s Office Cadet Program
  • QuickStart to College Summer Camp
  • Sign Up for Credit Retrieval
Community Resources & Events
  • Whatcom Tax Filing Resource Guide
  • Family Resource Center
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Upcoming Events
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Monday, March 17
  • Normal Monday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 2, HR, 3, 4, 5, 6)
  • Registration Presentation for Current 10th Graders during Homeroom
  • Lunch – Burger Bar & Fries
  • Boys JV Golf, 3:00pm at North Bellingham Golf Course
  • Boys C-Team Soccer vs. Burlington-Edison HS, 4:30pm at MHS
  • Varsity Softball vs. Bellingham HS, 5:00pm at BHS
  • Talent Show Tryouts for Grades 6-12, 6:00pm MHS Auditorium
Tuesday, March 18
  • Normal Tuesday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 2, T3, 4, 5)
  • Lunch – Green Chili Enchiladas
  • Boys Varsity Golf vs. Everett HS, 1:00pm at North Bellingham Golf Course
  • Girls JV Golf, 3:00pm at Sudden Valley Golf and Country Club
  • Varsity Baseball vs. Coupeville HS, 4:00pm at CHS
  • Boys JV Soccer vs. Sehome HS, 5:00pm at SHS
  • Talent Show Tryouts for Grades K-5, 6:00pm MHS Auditorium
  • Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Sehome HS, 7:00pm at SHS
Wednesday, March 19
  • Normal Wednesday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 3, T3, 4, 6)
  • Lunch – Corn Dog & Tots
  • Whatcom Therapy Dogs at Lunches
  • D&D Club, 2:35pm in Mr. Armerding’s Room
  • Video Club, 2:35pm in Mr. McGrew’s Room
  • Girls Varsity Golf, 3:00pm at Whidbey Golf Club
  • Boys Varsity Track, 3:30pm at Oak Harbor HS
  • Girls Varsity Track, 3:30pm at Oak Harbor HS
  • JV Baseball vs. Burlington-Edison HS, 4:00pm at BEHS
  • Boys C-Team Soccer vs. Bellingham HS, 5:30pm at BHS
Thursday, March 20
  • Normal Thursday Bell Schedule (Periods 2, 3, T3, 5, 6)
  • Lunch – Beef & Cheese Nachos
  • Boys Varsity Golf, 2:00pm at Skagit Golf and Country Club
  • Global Connections Club, 2:45pm in Mrs. Shuvalova’s Room
  • Varsity Baseball vs. Abbotsford HS, 4:00pm at MHS
  • Boys JV Soccer vs. Ferndale HS, 4:30pm at MHS
  • FFA Chapter Meeting, 5:30pm in Shop
  • Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Ferndale HS, 7:00pm at MHS
Friday, March 21
  • Alternate Friday Bell Schedule (Periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Assembly)
  • Lunch – Coho Salmon & Broccoli Salad
  • Spring Spirit Assembly
  • JV Baseball vs. Anacortes HS, 4:00pm at MHS
Saturday, March 22
  • Varsity Softball vs. Coupeville HS, 1:00pm at CHS
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General MHS Information
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Open T3 Sessions for Next Week
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talent
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Talent Show Auditions
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Get ready for The Greatest Trojan, our district-wide student talent show! Don’t miss the chance to showcase your talents and support our amazing performers!
Auditions will be held in the MHS Auditorium on March 17 (Grades 6-12) and March 18 (Grades K-5) from 6-8 PM.
Those who make the show will take the stage for performances on April 26-28 at 7 PM.
Dress rehearsals are scheduled for April 14 (Grades 6-12) and April 15 (Grades K-5) from 6-8 PM.
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award
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Now Accepting Nominations for Thrive Awards!
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We are accepting online nominations for our annual awards program, now called the Thrive Awards! Nominations are due at 5 p.m. Friday, March 28.
We are excited to celebrate the exceptional contributions of our staff and volunteers through our Thrive Awards! You can learn more about each award and the awards process on our website. Each award coincides with the values outlined in Our Commitments.
Award categories:
  • Community Builder Award
  • Communication Excellence Award
  • Inspiring Educator Award
  • Partnership Award
  • Wellness Champion Award
It only takes a few minutes to recognize someone for going above and beyond this school year. Help us highlight the outstanding staff and volunteers who fill the halls of our schools everyday!
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Why Build a New Meridian Middle School?
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On April 22, our community will vote on a bond measure to build a new Meridian Middle School. This bond focuses solely on building a new Meridian Middle School, which our community expressed as a continued priority in recent feedback. Built in 1938, our current middle school is costly to maintain and fails to meet modern safety, accessibility and energy standards. A new school would address these issues, providing a safer, more accessible environment for students and staff.
Take a minute to watch this video and learn more:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uKU2N5jRhI
Additional information is available on our website.
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SBA
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Smarter Balanced (SBA) Retake Option
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Students in 11th or 12th grades who did not pass the English or Math Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) in 10th grade have the option to retake it in 11th or 12th grade. While retaking the SBA is not required, it can be retaken by those who wish to use it as a graduation pathway who have not yet passed.
If your student would like to retake the SBA this year, please complete this form. Questions? Contact your student’s counselor.
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schedule change
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Upcoming Schedule Adjustments
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As we head toward the end of the school year, there are several days where Meridian High School will be on a modified schedule, and not all students will need to attend. Please see below for dates and details. If you have questions, please let us know.
Thursday, April 24
  • Early Dismissal for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students at 12:10pm
  • 12th grade students will stay to participate in Senior Presentations
Tuesday, April 29
  • Late Arrival for 11th and 12th grade students, with classes beginning at 9:55am
  • 9th and 10th grade students arrive on-time for SBA testing
Wednesday, April 30
  • Late Arrival for 11th and 12th grade students, with classes beginning at 9:55am
  • 9th and 10th grade students arrive on-time for SBA testing
Thursday, May 1
  • Late Arrival for 11th and 12th grade students, with classes beginning at 9:55am
  • 9th and 10th grade students arrive on-time for SBA testing
Tuesday, May 6
  • Late Arrival for 11th and 12th grade students, with classes beginning at 9:55am
  • 9th and 10th grade students arrive on-time for SBA testing
Wednesday, May 7
  • Late Arrival for 11th and 12th grade students, with classes beginning at 9:55am
  • 9th and 10th grade students arrive on-time for SBA testing
Thursday, May 8
  • Late Arrival for 12th grade students, with classes beginning at 9:55am
  • 9th and 10th grade students arrive on-time for SBA testing
  • 11th grade students arrive on-time for WCAS testing
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