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Meridian Elementary Fourth Graders Showcase History In Living Wax Museum
Meridian Elementary students presented a Living Wax Museum to demonstrate their learning and showcase the public speaking skills they developed throughout the school year. The fourth-grade students spent a month researching historical figures, writing five-paragraph essays, and designing their own trifold display boards to make the Living Wax Museum possible.
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Kindergarten
Learn about 2026-2027 Meridian Kindergarten Classrooms!
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Rising Above: How Highland High Harmonizes Collaboration and Excellence for Graduation Day
"My instructors have always prepared us for what comes next. They've been really good mentors, not only for the aspects of band and music, but for life."
At Highland High School, graduation is a year-long collaborative effort with contributions from every corner of the campus. From meticulous administrative logistics to the professional-grade performances rehearsed by student musicians, the entire campus works in harmony to celebrate the Class of 2026 and inspire students to RISE Above.
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Francie Perez Empowers Young Language Learners at Meridian
Throughout the school year, we have kept up with Francie Perez as she transitioned to her new role as an ELL specialist at Meridian Elementary. Now, at the end of the year, see how her journey has come full circle - from her first days on campus to the heartwarming moment her students realized their own potential as confident readers and writers.
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Keeping Up With the Classroom: Season II, Part III
"The connections I have made with my students this year have been truly humbling, awesome, and always filled with gratitude."
A school year is a journey of learning and growth for both students and the educators who lead them. In this final installment of Keeping Up With the Classroom, we check back in with our teachers to celebrate the professional milestones and personal growth that defined their first year in the GPS family.
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Congratulations Class of 2026!
Visit our 2026 Graduation page for ceremony dates and key graduation information.