Meridian Early College High School

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Bekka Seer! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - School Social Worker How long have you worked at Meridian? - This is my 4th school year! What is your favorite food? - My favorite food is seafood such as crab, shrimp, lobster and scallops. What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - My favorite thing about Meridian is that the district not only puts an emphasis on academics, but also on the overall social and emotional wellbeing of our students. The impact of that goes far beyond their graduation date, and assists them throughout their lives. It shows me that our district and community value having well rounded individuals and I see our students giving back to that community in such amazing ways! What are your hobbies? - I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two young children. They keep me busy and we spend a lot of time outside in nature, doing crafts, going for walks, singing, fishing, and listening to music.

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Emily Sanders! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Instructional Coach/Academic Support Specialist How long have you worked at Meridian? - This is year two. What is your favorite food? - Ice cream What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - Our staff is committed to helping our students succeed. What are your hobbies? - I love to read! I love spending time outdoors, traveling, hiking, kayaking, and camping.

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Katie Sampson! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Science teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - 4 years (at least 4 different roles in 4 years) What is your favorite food? - anything that is home cooked but not by me (but need I be more specific, then I would say anything Mexican) What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - The small town, front-porch feeling. We look out for and take care of one another like our own. What are your hobbies? - Spending time with family, camping, working in the gardens. Reading

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Autin Meyer! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - English teacher (BioLit, Elements of English, & Drama) How long have you worked at Meridian? - 1 semester (5 months) What is your favorite food? - food that I don't have to prepare What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - working with my co-teacher What are your hobbies? - reading, puzzles, and working on restoring our house

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Kari Loll! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Health and Physical Education Teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - 3 years What is your favorite food? - Pasta dishes What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - Teaching staff What are your hobbies? - Biking, gardening, crafting, card making

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Tobias McGillis! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Math Teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - 22 years What is your favorite food? - Tacos What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - My favorite thing about the school is how small it is. You end up getting to know most of the students by the time they leave the school. I'm also starting to get kids of former students and it's really cool to see these former students as parents. What are your hobbies? - Video and board games

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Dane Dean! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Social Studies Teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - This is my 1st year at Meridian What is your favorite food? - BBQ bacon cheeseburger What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - How close the staff is What are your hobbies? - Watching football, playing video games, and spending time with family and friends

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Jennifer Fenby! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - ELA Intervention & teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - 3 years What is your favorite food? - Mexican Food What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - The staff are all working hard towards student success! What are your hobbies? - Adventures with my family, reading, and attending sporting events.

Tonight's High School basketball games scheduled to be played in Pewamo-Westphalia have been CANCELLED. A reschedule date has not been set yet. #ReachHigher

Meridian Public Schools is excited to collaborate with the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan to provide a community-wide food distribution event. Join us on Saturday, January 27th, at Meridian Elementary. The line up begins at 9am and food distribution will take place from 10am-12pm. #ReachHigher

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Lisa Tomsich! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Early College Coach How long have you worked at Meridian? - 4 years What is your favorite food? - Chocolate What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - My favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools is our tight knit community. Our administration really listens and responds to the needs of our students, staff and families. Our staff is exceptional and always goes the extra mile to support students academic, personal and career success! And our students, families and businesses help to drive a supportive and caring school culture! What are your hobbies? - In my free time, I love to spend time at the lake with my husband, family and friends. I also enjoy playing pickleball, golfing, skiing, going for walks, reading and helping others.

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School & Meridian Junior High School! Meet Matthew Shephard! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School & Meridian Junior High School? - Director of Bands, Cross Country Coach, Track Coach How long have you worked at Meridian? - 24 years What is your favorite food? - Nachos..and bacon ;) What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - I love the community we've built with our staff, students and surrounding village. The atmosphere in our district is unlike any other. We are definitely a big family. What are your hobbies? - I enjoy playing and watching basketball, running, listening to music (big surprise?), spending time with family and landscaping during the warmer months. I also constantly clean things. I cannot relax until everything is put away in it's place. I'm pretty sure it's a curse, not a blessing.

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Jamie Smith! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Online Learning Manager How long have you worked at Meridian? - 5 years online, 23 years coaching What is your favorite food? - Seafood What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - small town atmosphere What are your hobbies? - Deer hunting and Coaching Softball

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Kori Tuzas! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Teacher: American Studies, Creative Communications, & Drama How long have you worked at Meridian? - 3 years What is your favorite food? - Indian What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - supportive administration and community What are your hobbies? - Reading, traveling, kayaking, animals

Today we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We are reminded and inspired by his relentless endeavour to encourage others to help those who are in need. "The time is always right to do something right." In the words of Dr. King, “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” Visit MLKDay.gov to find local service opportunities for #MLKDayofService and beyond! How are you giving back? #ReachHigher

Meridian Public Schools is joining 537 local and 56 intermediate school districts across Michigan to celebrate January as School Board Recognition Month. “In another year full of challenges for public education, our school board members persevered to provide the best possible education for our students,” said Superintendent Sarah Glann. “Celebrating School Board Recognition Month is one of the very small ways to express appreciation for all they do!” “Even though we are making a special effort during January to show appreciation for our school board members, we recognize their contributions reflect a year-round effort on their part,” Superintendent Glann said. “No matter what challenges lie ahead for our district in 2024, our school board members will continue to govern to improve student achievement and provide exceptional education for all our community’s children.” #ReachHigher Meridian Public School's Board of Education is composed of seven members: Stephen Grubaugh - President, 7 years of service Megan Clark - Vice-President, 3 years of service Rebecca Hitsman - Treasurer, 12 years of service Dennis Cole - Secretary, 22 1/2 years of service Kristina Brawt - Trustee, 4 1/2 years of service Jennifer Holzinger - Trustee, 1 year of service Deborah Passmore - Trustee, appointed 5/15/2023

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Sarah Jennings! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Spanish Teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - This is my second year! What is your favorite food? - I love anything spicy!! What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - I love how much Mustang spirit runs through our student body and our community! What are your hobbies? - I love reading, camping, and kayaking! My all time favorite activity is snuggling my golden retriever, Mateo!

Reminder: Monday, January 15th is a scheduled day off for students as staff members engage in professional development. See you all on Tuesday! #ReachHigher

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Amy Huff! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - 7 years What is your favorite food? - Chinese & Thai food What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - The kids are great and I feel supported by administration and the community. What are your hobbies? - I like to play board games and go to trivia events.

#MeetTheStaff of Meridian Early College High School! Meet Tamara Stockford! #ReachHigher What is your role at Meridian Early College High School? - Special Education Teacher How long have you worked at Meridian? - 5 years What is your favorite food? - Snow crab What is your favorite thing about Meridian Public Schools? - The welcoming atmosphere What are your hobbies? - I love to hang out with family and friends on a warm beach and read.