Students in the building trades program learn hands-on, real world skills on the construction site. This year’s house will be a 1735 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home with a full wood basement. #ReachHigher
Sarah Larges returns to MECHS teaching Civics, Economics and Creative Communications for the 2022-2023 school year. One fun fact about her is that she has many outdoor cats.
Congratulations to Reese Hopkins for being named the Meridian Early College High School Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen for 2022! Reese was selected because of her dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. Congratulations Reese! Reach Higher!
Join us as we celebrate Meridian Public Schools Homecoming 2022! Don't miss out on the activities shown below.
Samantha Lichtenwald is returning to the MECHS team this year teaching BioLit, Biology, and Environmental Science. Ms. L. enjoys hunting and fishing.
Welcome back to the team, Gina Lewandowski! She will continue as the art and design teacher for the school. One fun fact about Mrs. L is that she is a beekeeper.
Our BioMedical Science CTE course used microscopes to compare different tissue types. At MECHS, students collaborate on projects that require critical thinking, creativity and collaboration in order to answer challenging questions and develop transferrable skills. #ReachHigher
Noah Kent is retuning to his role as the Director of Technology and Auditorium Services for the 2022-2023 school year. One fun fact about Mr. Kent is that he enjoys baking. His favorite thing to learn how to bake so far is bread!
Amy Huff is returning to the team this year teaching GeoDesign and Chemistry. One fun fact about Ms. Huff is that she is from the U.P.
Welcome back to the team, Jennifer Fenby. Mrs. Fenby will be returning to MECHS this year in a new role as an ELA Interventionist. On fun fact about Mrs. Fenby is that she has coached youth sports for the bulk of her life.
Each year the Detroit Jazz Festival Committee selects 6 high school jazz bands to perform at the world's largest free jazz festival held over Labor Day weekend in downtown Detroit. The Meridian Early College High School Jazz Ensemble has been one of the few selected to perform with this September marking the tenth time since 2012. This performance for several thousand Detroit Jazz Festival attendees was the culmination of months of hard work on the part of our student musicians. To perform alongside jazz professionals from across the globe was an experience not to be forgotten. Congratulations, Jazz Band! #ReachHigher
Jenna Dornoff is returning this year as the Assistant Director of Bands. A fun fact about Ms. Dornoff is that she likes to garden.
Reminder: Tomorrow, September 14th, is picture day! Your student should have brought a picture packet home for ordering. Extra forms are available in the HS Main Office. #ReachHigher
Lonny Cruff joined the MECHS staff this year as a mathematics teacher. One fun fact about Mr. Curff is that he taught in rural Alaska for 7 years.
The Class of 2024 is holding a can & bottle drive Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. You can drop your donations off to the main entrance of the high school from 5-7pm September 13th-15th. Funds collected will help Prom expenses as well as senior activities/events next year. Contact amy.boxey@merps.org if you have any questions.
Did you know J. Cole walked a quarter mile barefoot in the Panamanian jungle? J. Cole will be returning to MECHS as a STEM educator.
Ryan Cicinelli is continuing his role as a science teacher at MECHS. A fun fact about Mr. Cicinelli is that he is Italian.
Congratulations to the Meridian Bass fishing team on finishing 6th in the state for the 2022 season and earning an invitation to the 2023 Bassmaster National Tournament. Good luck to Luke Barriger and Luke Bailey as they compete next year. #ReachHigher
Mrs. Amy Boxey will be back this year as Dean of Student Services and Off-Campus Opportunities. One fun fact about Mrs. Boxey is that this is her 30th year in education.
Welcome back to the team, Mr. Mitch Bohn. Mr. Bohn will continue to be the Athletic Director and Dean of Student Supports . One fun fact about him is that he owns 3 labs.
