Meridian CUSD 223

10/23/2026

Dress for Darkhorse Days!!

Next week, Meridian Junior High will be raising money for Darkhorse Lodge, a retreat dedicated to serving our combat veterans.

Last year, we raised $150, and this year, we're challenging our Cardinals to beat that goal!!

Check your EMAIL for this week's Cardinal Chronicle to see our Dress for Darkhorse days schedule!

Bring $1 each day to participate and help us support those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

Let's show our Cardinal pride and come together to make a difference for our veterans!!

10/23/2026

Highland students celebrated the end of the first quarter and growing as leaders and learners! It was a fun morning of games, cheering, and dancing!

10/21/2026

🏈 IHSA PLAYOFF FOOTBALL | FRIDAY NIGHT

Stillman Valley hosts Reed-Custer in the opening round of the IHSA Class 2A Playoffs!

🚪 Gates Open — 6:00 p.m.
🏈 Kickoff — 7:00 p.m.

🎟️ IHSA Admission: $8
Pay cash at the gate or buy through GoFan.

⚠️ No passes accepted for IHSA playoff games. All students must purchase a ticket.

Please review the attached parking and ticket-entrance map before arriving.

Let’s pack the stands for the Cardinals!

10/21/2026

The Health Services Newsletter for the 2nd quarter may be viewed here:

Meridian CUSD #223 Health Services Newsletter 2nd Quarter ● 2026-2027 School Year Hearing and Vision Screening Hearing and vision screening is in full swing at Highland and Monroe Center! If your student is referred for a hearing and/or vision evaluation, you will be notified with a letter. ...

10/20/2026

With National School Bus Safety Week underway, it's a great time to celebrate the Transportation Department's coloring contest winners with a pizza party. Meridian 223's transportation department came to both Highland and Monroe Center to pick up students and bring them to the bus barn for a celebration. They enjoyed pizza, chips, and soda and had a great time visiting with the drivers and other special guests. They took a tour of the operation from the drivers' perspective and enjoyed their time with our incredible drivers. We will recognize these students at our November 4th school board meeting. Great job, students, and huge thanks to transportation for all you do for our students every day!

10/20/2026

Flashing yellow lights mean a school bus is preparing to stop. 🟡

Drivers: Slow down, stay alert and be ready to stop. Kids may be nearby, entering or crossing the road. 🚸

Give them the time and space they need to get to and from school SAFELY.

10/20/2026

Congratulations to the newest inductees to the Wall of Fame here at Monroe Center Grade School. We had a big group this time, and we're excited that the wall is growing. Way to go on sharing your choices, character, and great habits with those around you. Thank you!

10/20/2026

Mr. Potato Head visited Mrs. Green's class in art the other day and shared how excited he was that they met their quarterly attendance goals. He shared a little treat and had some fun with the students at the same time. Way to go, 4G! Excellent work.

10/20/2026

Nothing is better than walking into a classroom and seeing one student help another in a moment of need. Seamlessly working together as a lesson continued.. It's amazing to see that leadership and kindness in Mrs. Stevens' and Mrs. Keyster's room at Monroe Center.

10/20/2026

Mrs. Collins second grade class enjoyed writing trickster tales. There was some great ideas from these authors!