MJHS Invites Veteran’s To Our Veteran’s Day Assembly!
Meridian Junior High School in Stillman Valley will have its annual Veteran’s Day Assembly on Thursday, November 9, 2023, starting at 8:00 AM. Veterans will be recognized; our band and chorus will perform, and local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts will also assist during the assembly. The assembly will conclude at 8:45 AM. Veterans are asked to arrive to MJHS at 7:15 AM for breakfast!
We welcome your presence at this event. If you have any questions or to RSVP, please contact Kelly Gale by phone at 815.645.2230, ext 4215, or email kgale@mail.meridian223.org. When RSVPing, if you know a student at MJHS, please be sure to let Kelly know.
Happy Halloween! Check out this fun picture of 7th grade students completing a science escape room in Mrs. Barton's class.
Halloween Candy Scramble - Saturday, October 28 11:00 am @ SVHS Main Gym
Candy for Pre-K through Middle School kids. Costume Contest for all ages, including group category.
Hosted by: Stillman Fire Association
Here is the Health Services Newsletter for the 2nd Quarter!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17pQiqLjjteHABfgf-8bStGhe1yGfKvbuWlpZ88bIMXg/edit?usp=sharing
Don't forget to complete the parent survey about our flu shot clinic: https://forms.gle/CumqXX9RpLVf18ny9
#WeAreMCUSD #MeridianWellness
Detective Seargent Kaltenbach was unable to be at Monroe Center for the presentation and thank you Tuesday for his officers, so his survival kit had a special personal delivery that day. Thank you for your service. #WeAreMCUSD
To each of you for the first good morning and the last have a good night to our students each day. Thank you to our Meridian Transportation Department. #WeAreMCUSD
Students at Monroe Center worked on a service project for first responders this past Friday. Today they presented Ogle County Sheriff's Office, LSR Fire and SV Fire Depts. with thank you's & survival kits. Other depts. unable to attend will have their kits delivered. #WeAreMCUSD
Thank you Officer Ruggeberg for helping students learn and think about safety today at Monroe Center. We appreciate all you do for us! #WeAreMCUSD
MC enjoyed the day learning about safety, public service, and creating our own service project for first responders. Thank you to all who joined us today and for those that helped along the way. More photos to come. #WeAreMCUSD
The Meridian PTO is hosting a Trunk or Treat event this Sunday, Oct. 15 from 2-5. This will take place at Meridian Junior High.
Our Health Services Department is hosting 2 upcoming wrap-around service opportunities for students!
1. Annual Onsite Dental Clinic with OPDS. The date of the clinic is TBD, but please complete consent forms now if you would like your student to receive dental care:
https://opdsdentalservices.formstack.com/forms/meridian_223
2. Annual Flu Shot Clinic with OCHD on Monday, October 23rd. Consent forms are due this Friday: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qlCd5I9rHVuRvyOhaeW-f3gXC4lqXRuQ/view?usp=sharing
Please note, only students with completed consent forms will receive services at either clinic.
We experienced phone system difficulties between 7 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. this morning. Our phone system is working now. We apologize for the inconvenience. - MCUSD223 Technology Team
Dear Meridian CUSD #223 Parents/Guardians,
We would like to inform you of an important update regarding our school bus tracking services. As of today, the "Here Comes the Bus" app has been disabled, and we are excited to announce the upcoming transition to the "Tyler Drive" platform. We sincerely apologize for the abrupt communication regarding, “Here Comes the Bus”, however we are working within the realms of the “Tyler Drive” installers.
Over the past few months, we have been diligently working to enhance our school bus tracking and communication systems to better serve you and improve the safety and efficiency of student transportation. The "Tyler Drive" system represents the next step in this endeavor.
Key Transition Dates:
Monday, September 18, 2023 - "Here Comes the Bus" App Disabled: Effective today, the "Here Comes the Bus" app is no longer available for use.
Monday, September 18-Friday, October 6 - Installation and Training of "Tyler Drive" on Buses: We are currently in the process of installing the "Tyler Drive" system on all our school buses, as well as receiving training, to ensure a seamless transition.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - “Tyler Drive" App Availability: The "Tyler Drive" app is available for download, however we will not be fully transitioned until October 11, 2023. As we learn more through the next few weeks of training, logins and app instructions will be communicated to you.
The transition to Tyler Drive will bring several enhancements and benefits, including:
Safer Driving: Tyler Drive offers audio and/or video directions of scheduled stops through a tablet for our drivers and substitute drivers.
Student Scan Cards: The new platform provides student cards that are scanned and provides the name and photo of the student loading the buses, which increases the safety and prevents errors, such as students boarding the wrong bus.
Real Time Access for Parents: The Versatrans My Stop mobile app can ensure your child never misses the bus again. Download the app on Google Play or Apple by searching “Versatrans MyStop and looking for this image:
We understand that changes like these can raise questions, and we are here to support you throughout the transition. If you have any immediate concerns or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our dedicated transportation team at 815-645-2230.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to enhance our school bus tracking services. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's safety and transportation needs.
Additional Information can be found in the links below:
Tyler Drive Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QpoSnxJYlBXBHEFq3BdGJnbei4BMdETE/view?usp=sharing
Tyler Drive Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/m4e_Nota3X8?si=5g_LuwQcJzrgVb5T
Sincerely,
Jen Hagemann
Transportation Director
jhagemann@mail.meridian223.org
Thank you to Meridian Junior High PTO for an awesome rec night!
Meridian Parents,
Early this AM we were made aware of a suspicious vehicle that was lurking around other Ogle County districts yesterday. In working with law enforcement this morning, a more complete description became available. Please be on the look-out for a Black Audi sedan with silver wheels and a partial license plate of FLB. The person in the car was allegedly taking pictures with a telescopic lens.
Please be particularly vigilant this morning and remind children to stay alert, travel in groups, to not approach strangers, and to report any suspicious incidents. Additionally, the more students can stay off of their phones and stay alert the more likely they are to see potential danger.
The Ogle County Sheriff's Department is helping us patrol this AM and administratively we will be outside the buildings monitoring the situation to best protect everyone's safety.
Thank you,
PJ Caposey
Our 4th and 5th-grade students had an opportunity last week to spend time out at the Ogle County Fairgrounds to learn about a number of topics related to agriculture around us. This program was provided by IL Ag in the Classroom and their amazing coordinators. #WeAreMCUSD
Contact your student's school nurse if you are interested in receiving services from Crusader Community Health! #MeridianWellness
When Mrs. Poliska has a claw machine in her classroom and students follow steps to be proactive and prepared for class, this is what happens. Well Done 4P😁 #WeAreMCUSD
The Health Services Newsletter for the 1st quarter may be viewed here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U_T58C8a_AbbiqQw_gd-egkb3-tKxzU6_BQMwY5qO4Q/edit?usp=sharing
Preschool Open House has been CANCELLED for this evening. Given the temperatures both in and outside the school, we will reschedule this open house event. We look forward to seeing our preschool kiddos on Monday!
If you have any questions, please contact the Highland Office at (815) 645 2230