Here is a special midweek edition of Hive Happenings in case you were unable to attend Open House.

There is important information included in this update regarding academics, senior expectations, CCMR, attendance reminders, and upcoming events.

Please take a few minutes to review so you and your student are up to date as we move into a busy stretch of the semester.

As always, thank you for partnering with us and for supporting our Yellow Jackets. We are better together. 💛

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about 2 hours ago, Lizette Paceley
You can watch the Boys Basketball playoff game vs Lipan on the NFHS Network. Tip Off @ 6pm.
about 4 hours ago, Jim Kerbow
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26/27 Junior High and High School Cheerleader tryouts will be held March 27th . Sign Up sheets will be in the high school office.
about 4 hours ago, Marla Pribble
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Jackets, Tomorrow, February 25th, is a student holiday/staff professional development day. We will resume classes at the normal time on Thursday, February 26th.
about 5 hours ago, Dana Davis
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There will be a send off at 4:15pm today for the Boys Basketball team. If you wish to partcipate please line up along Yellow Jacket Dr., headed towards Hwy 144 between 4:00pm and 4:10pm.
about 6 hours ago, Jim Kerbow
Good morning Hive family!

Here are the latest Hive Happenings!

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2 days ago, Lizette Paceley

Note this is for MES & MHS

Dr. Seuss week is coming soon! We are excited to celebrate the great works of Dr. Seuss the week of March 2nd. We invite our students to join us in these dress up days. There will be a contest each day, with a snippet of a Seuss book read aloud, giving students a chance to win by guessing the title. Join the Seussical fun!

3 days ago, Jessica Chandler
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⛳ STAY IN THE LOOP: Join the Golf 2026 Remind! 🏌️‍♂️

Don't miss a single update for the upcoming golf season. Sign up now to receive important information from C. Doughty for Meridian High School directly on your phone.

Choose how you want to receive updates:
📱 Via Smartphone App: Go to rmd.at/97fk2d3 in your web browser and follow the instructions to join Golf2026.
💬 Via Text Message: Text the message @97fk2d3 to the number 81010.

If you have trouble with 81010, try texting @97fk2d3 to (469) 804-8093.

💻 Via Desktop: No mobile phone? Sign up for email notifications at rmd.at/97fk2d3.

Let’s have a great season! ⛳

#MeridianGolf #Golf2026 #StayConnected #YellowJacketPride
3 days ago, Blake Dagley
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🏀 PLAYOFF BOUND! Let’s Go Yellow Jackets! 🏀

The road to the championship continues! Our Meridian boys are taking on Lipan in a massive playoff showdown at Tiger Arena. We need the stands packed, loud, and proud to cheer our Jackets to victory!

TICKETS: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/grisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzM0OQ==

🗓️ Game Day Details:
Matchup: Meridian vs. Lipan
When: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Tip-off: 6:00 PM CST
Location: Tiger Arena

1001 Stadium Drive, Glen Rose, TX 76043

🎟️ Ticket Information:
Don't wait until the last minute—grab your tickets online now!

Adults: $6.00 (includes $1.00 in fees)
Students: $4.00 (includes $1.00 in fees)

Sales Deadline: Tickets will be available until 11:00 PM CST on game day (02/24).

Bring the energy, wear your gold, and let’s show Lipan what Yellow Jacket spirit is all about!

#YellowJacketPride #MeridianBasketball #Playoffs2026 #BeatLipan #MeridianISD
4 days ago, Blake Dagley
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Congratulations to our top Zearn students! Here are our Zearn Winners: Angel Alonzo - 1st place, Jacob Lee - 2nd place, Novaly Manuel - tied for 2nd place, Addison Eoff -4th, & Memphis Jaco - 5th Top Class - Mellgren - 3rd Grade Way to go! Keep Zearning and keep learning!
4 days ago, Jessica Chandler
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ATTENTION JH & HS Parents!!! Due to unforeseen circumstances, report cards will now be distributed tomorrow, Friday, 20.
5 days ago, Tami Wehmeyer
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The book fair is coming to MES March 2-6. Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/meridianelementaryschool10 #ScholasticBookFairs
5 days ago, Jessica Chandler
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Joshua Nunez has been selected as 1 of 10 nominees for the Dave Campbell’s Mr. Texas Basketball Player of the Week Award presented by Chicken Express!

Voting is open now through the end of the week on TexasFootball.com and it will be up to our fans to vote to help lift him to the top!

Link to voting: https://www.texasfootball.com/mr-and-miss-texas-basketball-players-of-the-week-award/form
6 days ago, Jim Kerbow
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The MISD Safety & Security Board will meet February 23, 2026.
7 days ago, Tami Wehmeyer
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MES invites parents of our current 5th graders to an important meeting. When: 2/17 @5 PM. Where: MES library
7 days ago, Jessica Chandler
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🐝 Open House Reminder – We’ll See You Tonight!

We are excited to welcome our families to Open House!

We’ll kick things off with a great evening together, and immediately following, we will have an important meeting for our Seniors and Students who will be working on Dual Credit classes.

This meeting will cover:

• CCMR Requirements – Seniors must meet CCMR in order to qualify for off-campus lunch privileges beginning 02/21/26
• Senior Spotlight Information
• Senior Robing & Awards Ceremony Details
• Graduation Information & Expectations

Senior year moves quickly, and we want everyone informed and prepared for a strong finish.

We look forward to seeing you and celebrating this special group of students as they head toward graduation! 🎓✨

7 days ago, Lizette Paceley
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Due to multiple teams still being in the basketball playoffs, we will not be hosting our JH or HS practice tri-meets scheduled for next week in Meridian (Monday February 23 and Thursday February 26).

We will still host our big invitational meets in March. Junior high will be on Monday March 23rd and the High School meet on Thursday March 26th.
7 days ago, Grant Schur

🏀 GEAR UP FOR THE PLAYOFFS! 🏀
The road to the 2026 post-season is here! Support our Yellow Jackets by grabbing your official Basketball Playoff Shirt, featuring the team roster on the back. 

Whether you want to stay cool in Dri-Fit or keep it classic in Cotton, we have options for everyone!
👕 Shirt Options & Pricing:
• Short Sleeve (Dri-Fit or Cotton): $15.00 
• Long Sleeve (Dri-Fit or Cotton): $20.00 
• Please note: Add $3.00 for sizes 2XL and up. 

🚨 IMPORTANT FOR PLAYER FAMILIES:
The basketball program is providing shirts for all team members! Parents, you do not need to purchase a shirt for your student-athlete.

📋 HOW TO ORDER:
1. Download the Form: https://aptg.co/QMgrCB
2. Turn it In: Submit your completed form and payment to Coach Doughty or either campus office. 
3. Payment Info: Make checks payable to Meridian ISD. Money must be turned in with the order form or the order will not be placed. 

DEADLINE: All orders and money are due by THURSDAY, February 19th @ 3:00 PM. 
Don't miss out—let's fill the stands with playoff gold!

#YellowJacketPride #Playoffs2026 #MHSBasketball #MeridianISD

8 days ago, Blake Dagley
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Congratulations on a job well done by our Yellow Jackets and Lady Jackets on Saturday at the Clifton Powerlifting Meet! Results are as follows: Zackery Smith- 1st (U) 132s AB Torres- 3rd 132s Kyler Kerbow- 1st (U) 165s Zeek Mabry- 2nd 181s Dustin Padgett- 1st (U) 181s Jose Cuevas- 2nd (U) 181s Briar Preston- 1st (U) 308s Boys team placed 4th as a team Hannah Beaudin- 5th 148s Taylor Brown- 8th 148s Jazlyn Orozco- 1st (U) 181s Aaliyah Washington- 1st (U) 198s
8 days ago, Lyndsie Schur
Thanks to a generous donor, two students who were nominated for the VIY Growth Mindset expectation, received bicycles. This 6 weeks, our focus is on Better Together: Teamwork.
8 days ago, Jessica Chandler
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