We are loving as students continue to share their reading nooks and forts with us at MC. Looking forward to seeing where staff reads next week. Today we have Peyton and John sharing their cozy reading spaces!
The photos of reading forts and favorite places to read are starting to roll in at Monroe Center! Cal, Trey, and Emerson all have fantastic set ups to read along with us! bring in or send your photos to us at school and we'll share! Getting amped up and ready to read!
Mrs. Simpson promised the Monroe Center students that she'd share her reading nook on social media this evening. This is her favorite place to read. 📚📘📖 We hope that as we get ready for the One Book One School arrival that our families can create their own reading fort, nook, or favorite place to read and post here with us. Join in the fun as we get ready to read as one big family!
Eddie was s great example of leadership in solving a problem for a few other students at Monroe Center. Thank you and well done!
Winners of our One Book One School mystery reveal. Those that figured out the book with the clues given all won't prizes! Congratulations!
Students in Mrs. Embertson's 5th grade class contributing to our live bar graph at the entrance of MC. Proud of their accomplishments and efforts!
The Meridian Athletic Booster Club (MABC) is excited to announce the return of the Cardinal Cash Calendar — giving YOU the chance to win while supporting Stillman Valley High School Athletics! ❤️⚽🏐🏈
Here’s how it works:
🎟️ Each entry is just $20
💰 78 chances to win! (Your ticket goes back in after every drawing!)
🎉 Payouts include: $500, $250, $100, $50, and $20 prizes
📅 Daily drawings run Oct. 1 – Dec. 27, 2025
🌎 Calendars can be sold anywhere in the U.S., not just Stillman Valley
Best of all — proceeds directly support our IHSA athletic teams, helping fund equipment, travel expenses, and other essential needs. Every entry makes a difference!
📌 Extra calendars and details can be found on the MABC Official Facebook Page.
🙏 Thank you for supporting our student-athletes and showing your Cardinal Pride! ❤️
Here’s how it works:
🎟️ Each entry is just $20
💰 78 chances to win! (Your ticket goes back in after every drawing!)
🎉 Payouts include: $500, $250, $100, $50, and $20 prizes
📅 Daily drawings run Oct. 1 – Dec. 27, 2025
🌎 Calendars can be sold anywhere in the U.S., not just Stillman Valley
Best of all — proceeds directly support our IHSA athletic teams, helping fund equipment, travel expenses, and other essential needs. Every entry makes a difference!
📌 Extra calendars and details can be found on the MABC Official Facebook Page.
🙏 Thank you for supporting our student-athletes and showing your Cardinal Pride! ❤️
Great opportunities for all provided through the Regional Office of Education.
Congratulations to Josephine Hanna for being the first Million Word Reader of the 2025-2026 school year at Monroe Center! Moving up quickly are Regan Hill, Samuel Hanna, and Evelyn Laccer, each reading over a quarter of a million words.
It's official! Monroe Center had over 225 entries to guess the mystery book for One Book One School. We had four students and five staff members guess The Good Thieves as winners. Tuesday, notes and prizes will go home to describe the next challenge for families before books go home.Thank you so much for having fun with us for the big reveal!
Meridian CUSD #223 is seeking a Special Ed Paraprofessional for our Highland Grade School. Please see our website to apply: Meridian223.org
We're getting so close to revealing our "One Book One School" mystery book. Monroe Center students are making educated guesses every day along with staff!
Here is your clue #4: “A crumbling castle and a fortune stolen from a family are at the heart of this story. Can four kids really outsmart grown-ups to make things right?”🕵️📚📘📖🔍
Meridian CUSD is seeking the following positions. Please apply on our website - Meridian223.org
Meridian CUSD 223 is seeking a Half Time High School Chemistry Teacher to teach Chemistry and AP Chemistry. Please apply on our website - meridian223.org
Students and staff are trying desperately to figure out the mystery book at Monroe Center. Do you have any ideas?
We are on Clue #3 today: “This adventure is full of sneaky plans, a little danger, and a mission to stop a greedy villain. If you like mysteries, quick thinking, and clever escapes, you’ll love this book.”
We are on Clue #3 today: “This adventure is full of sneaky plans, a little danger, and a mission to stop a greedy villain. If you like mysteries, quick thinking, and clever escapes, you’ll love this book.”
The Mystery Book Challenge accepted at Monroe Center. Teachers and students alike are trying to figure it out. We hope families at home are being detectives as well. 📖🕵️♂️
👉Day 2 Clue (Characters):
“In this story, a clever young girl teams up with three very different friends—one is fast, one is strong, and one can perform daring tricks. Together, they form an unlikely team.”
👉Day 2 Clue (Characters):
“In this story, a clever young girl teams up with three very different friends—one is fast, one is strong, and one can perform daring tricks. Together, they form an unlikely team.”
MJHS Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament 🎉✋✊✌️
This week, our Student Council hosted a school-wide Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament for students and staff. On Thursday, challengers faced off throughout the day, with the top 8 advancing to Friday morning’s finals.
👏 Congratulations to Kaitlyn A., our MJHS Rock, Paper, Scissors Champion!
A big thank you to our Student Council members and Mrs. Hoefle for organizing such a fun activity for our school community!
This week, our Student Council hosted a school-wide Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament for students and staff. On Thursday, challengers faced off throughout the day, with the top 8 advancing to Friday morning’s finals.
👏 Congratulations to Kaitlyn A., our MJHS Rock, Paper, Scissors Champion!
A big thank you to our Student Council members and Mrs. Hoefle for organizing such a fun activity for our school community!
🎉🏅 We’re a U.S. News Best High School… Again!
Stillman Valley High School has been ranked among the Best High Schools in the nation for 2025–2026!
✨ What makes us stand out:
📚 College Readiness (30%) – A strong number of Cardinals take AP exams and earn qualifying scores, preparing for success beyond high school.
📝 State Assessment Proficiency (20%) – Students consistently demonstrate achievement in core academic areas.
📈 State Assessment Performance (20%) – SVHS students score above expectations, even when compared to schools with similar demographics.
🌍 College Curriculum Breadth (10%) – Students succeed across multiple AP subjects, showing strength in both STEM and humanities.
🎓 Graduation Rate (10%) – A high percentage of Cardinals graduate on time, ready for college, career, and beyond.
👏 Huge thanks to our Meridian Faculty & Staff—your dedication, talent, and hard work made this honor possible. Cardinals soar high! 🦅
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Welcome back from the Health Services Team!
Contact information and important forms may be found here on the district webpage: https://www.meridian223.org/page/health-services
Contact information and important forms may be found here on the district webpage: https://www.meridian223.org/page/health-services
📬 Surveys are hitting mailboxes!
The Meridian CUSD #223 Community Survey is here, and we want your feedback.
✅ Not a referendum – This is about listening to the community first
🏫 We can borrow up to $45 million in Health Life Safety bonds without a vote
🔍 Before making decisions, we want to know if you support repairing existing buildings or exploring new construction, plus your thoughts on possible special projects
💻 Take it online at www.SPFeedback.com using your code
📄 Or return the paper survey by mail
📅 Deadline: August 29, 2025
Need another code so more than one adult in your home can take the survey? Stop by the District Office or call 815-645-2230.
Your Voice. Your Schools. Your Future.
The Meridian CUSD #223 Community Survey is here, and we want your feedback.
✅ Not a referendum – This is about listening to the community first
🏫 We can borrow up to $45 million in Health Life Safety bonds without a vote
🔍 Before making decisions, we want to know if you support repairing existing buildings or exploring new construction, plus your thoughts on possible special projects
💻 Take it online at www.SPFeedback.com using your code
📄 Or return the paper survey by mail
📅 Deadline: August 29, 2025
Need another code so more than one adult in your home can take the survey? Stop by the District Office or call 815-645-2230.
Your Voice. Your Schools. Your Future.
