Meridian High School
February 21st - 27th, 2021
Our Mission:
Table of Contents
- Principal's Message
- Inclement Weather Information
- Hybrid Learning Schedule
- Schedule Rotation
- RALF
- Trojan Wellness and Resources
- Counselor Information
- Skagit Valley College Virtual Try a Trade
- Grad Night
- Student Late Arrival and Early Pick Up
- National Holiday
- MHS History Moment
- Weight Room
- Attendance
- Class of 2021
- Class of 2024
- Transcripts
- MHS Points of Contact
- MHS Daily Schedule
Principal's Message
This past week marked the beginning of athletic competitions versus other Whatcom County high schools. It was exciting to watch our students both in person and online as they competed in volleyball, soccer and cross country. It is one more step towards getting closer to the high school experiences we had before buildings were closed due to COVID.
All three sports seasons are compressed into one semester. While the "fall" sports move into competition, it is important to know that our "spring" sports (track, softball, baseball, boys soccer, golf) will start on March 22nd. If your student expresses interest, please contact our athletic office for more information 360-318-2283.
We love to see our students participating and interacting with others outside of the classroom, learning skills about teamwork, perseverance, and commitment while building friendships. We know students also do better with their schoolwork when they are involved in these types of activities. We hope to see new and returning students take advantage of these opportunities as we progress through the school year.
Please enjoy the information provided in this week's newsletter including our transition to 2/4/6 classes starting on March 1st. I hope you find the information both helpful and entertaining. If you have any questions or comments please email me at dforbes@meridian.wednet.edu or call me at 360-398-8111.
Stay healthy. Stay Safe. Go Trojans!
- Derek Forbes
Inclement Weather Plans
If we have a "snow day" students will still be attending school. Instead of coming to campus, they will attend virtually.
Schedule
T3 and/or Homeroom will be removed from the bell schedule and school will start at 9am. Classes will go for seventy minutes with a ten-minute break between classes.
1st / 2nd – 9am to 10:10am
3rd / 4th – 10:15am to 11:25am
5th / 6th – 11:30 am to 12:40 pm
Office hours will take place at their normal time, 1:15 pm to 1:45 pm
Each teacher will have information available in their google classroom regarding
* virtual classroom expectations
* zoom classroom link
The last day for this rotation of periods 1,3,5 is Friday, February 26th.
Hybrid Learning Schedule
Schedule Rotation
While the typical students are signed up for six classes, they are currently only attending three classes for a four or five-week cycle. This helps students stay organized and focused as they only need to manage three classes. Below is a list of dates sharing the start and end times of each academic cycle.
1/3/5 started on 2/1. End on 2/26 (4 weeks)
2/4/6 starts on 3/1. End on 4/2 (5 weeks)
1/3/5 starts on 4/12. End on 5/14 (5 weeks)
2/4/6 starts on 5/17. End on the last day of school (4 weeks)
RALF
RALF stands for Remote Attendance Learning Form and is required for all students to complete on their non-campus days. This would be the two days their cohort is assigned to be home and on Fridays.
Each teacher has a link to the RALF in their google classroom. We have also provided a link here to the google form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTR8ZCRJJKcx4dr5OirHXt_MMjq-7DfyMeuwMeZYsgarna0A/viewform .
Students need to fill out the form for each class they are currently taking. The form needs to be filled out before noon each day to count as being present in classes. If not completed by noon, the student is marked absent for that class period. Students do not need to fill one out for Homeroom as that class is only offered in person.
Trojan Wellness and Resources
Senior Grad Night Celebration
** The SENIOR GRAD NIGHT CELEBRATION event is scheduled! **
Seniors, if you have not received your information letter and consent forms to attend this event please reach out through email at mhsclass2021@outlook.com as you will not want to miss this event! The deadline for payments and paperwork is April 1st. This is a (Parent-Committee) Booster event scheduled in June for all MHS seniors to celebrate your hard work and success! You will board a luxury coach bus and head out for tons of entertainment, good food and fun!
When emailing us please include:
Your Name:
Seniors Name:
Email:
Phone:
Student Late Arrival and Early Pick Up
If you need to pick up your student early from school for an appointment or other reason, please call the MHS office at (360)398-8111. We will get your student for you, have them check out in the office, then send them out to your car.
Thank you for helping to keep our school safe!
National Tortilla Chip Day
MHS History Moment - Athletics Through the Years
Athletics in 1912
Weight Room
REMINDER ABOUT ATTENDANCE
Being present in class is vital to be successful in school. We want to encourage all of our students to be at school every day! If you are missing school, you are missing out on learning!
Class of 2021
Class of 2021, we are asking for your contact information
Booster parents want to keep you informed of all the hard work that has been going on behind the scenes. The soon to be graduates have their Senior Trip coming up in June and we need to get you the information, so your senior can attend. Please email us at mhsclass2021@outlook.com and include:
Your Name:
Seniors Name:
Email:
Phone Number:
Class of 2024
Request Transcripts Through Parchment
Please find the “Order transcripts through Parchment” link under Families & Students/Resources on the MHS website. Current students may call Mrs. Brinkman or Mrs. Waterman to receive their Parchment access code at the MHS office 360-398-8111.
MHS Points of Contact
Andy Donahue, Assistant Principal: adonahue@meridian.wednet.edu
Cheryl McBride, Counselor A-J: cmcbride@meridian.wednet.edu
Don McMains, Counselor K-Z: dmcmains@meridian.wednet.edu
Tami McMains, Attendance: tgmcmains@meridian.wednet.edu
Robin Brinkman, Registration: rbrinkman@meridian.wednet.edu
Chromebook Tech Support: chromebook@meridian.wednet.edu
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