Top Stories
Survey Results
July 3, 2020 Message from Dr. Caposey
Meridian Community: Over the past several months we have asked your opinion in a variety of ways on a variety of subjects. We have attempted to be thoughtful in our approach and your feedback has certainly guided our efforts. The questions asked last week were done so intentionally based on what we assumed would be our ‘hot-button’ issues in attempting to construct a plan that both meets the state guidance and fulfills . . .
Informational Announcement
Meridian Community: In early June, we (a few Meridian CUSD 223 Leadership Team members) were contacted by a parent group asking for support in helping to fight racism in our communities and within our schools. Since that communication, the district has had many conversations on this topic at multiple levels. The purpose of this statement is to affirm that the district is firmly committed to helping fight racism and recognize our role . . .
Message About Reopening
Meridian Community: As you know, over the past few months we have attempted to be communicative and collaborative throughout the process of evolving our schools to meet the new demands created as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This week, ISBE released (what is expected to be) their final guidance document prior to the start of the school year. I am sure many of you have already read this document, as it went viral on social . . .
Summer Office Hours
For All Buildings beginning June 22
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS Beginning June 22, 2020 District Office Monday – Thursday, 9am - 2pm SVHS Monday – Thursday, 9am - 2pm MJHS, Monroe Center, Highland Closed until further notice Out of an abundance of caution we ask that the following precautions be . . .
Thank You For Your Feedback
Thought Exchange Results
Meridian Community: At this link below you will find the results of the parent and student survey sent out requesting information on our community's thoughts on how we should attempt to start school in the fall knowing what we did a few weeks ago. The survey results were incredibly meaningful to our efforts as we continue to juggle many scenarios. The thoughtfulness of the information provided is sincerely appreciated. If you . . .
Kindergarten Registration for School Year 2020-2021
UPDATED INFO as of 6/24/20
(June 24, 2020) Incoming Kindergarten Families! The district office is open for registration. If possible, please get in and provide documentation for residency and paperwork. We know that many have entered into new and unique financial situations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please know that you are able to simply turn in registration and prove residency and then take care of registration fees later. If you need . . .
2020-2021 Student Registration
Registration is OPEN!
The 2020 – 2021 registration is now open. Registration can be accessed through your Skyward Family Access account for current students in the Meridian #223 school district. The Board of Education has approved to extend the Early Incentive Registration indefinitely. This means that you are still able to pay on your account and receive the early incentive rate. You can view your . . .
Fall 2020 ISBE-Provided SAT with Essay FAQs
This document provides answers to frequently asked questions related to the ISBE-provided SAT with Essay test administration scheduled for fall 2020. This document will be updated as needed. Click HERE for that document.
ISBE Remote Learning FAQ for Families
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) compiled the following recommendations for families to understand how to support students during the mandatory suspension of in-person instruction. Please click HERE for that information. View additional information and detailed Remote Learning Recommendations in English, Spanish, Polish, and Arabic. Additionally, view continually updated FAQs regarding the . . .
Important End of Year Information
Meridian 223 Community: As this school year draws to a close I wanted to thank you for your patience, support, and encouragement over the past eight weeks. The feedback we have received from parents has been both supportive and instructive and has driven many conversations throughout the district as we prepare for what seem like limitless possibilities as to how we will ‘do school’ in the Fall. As I have already begun to . . .
