Poplar Springs Elementary
Vision :
The vision of the Poplar Springs family is to provide an equitable academic, artistic, and social- emotional program that recognizes the potential of each child.
Mission:
Our school mission is to integrate the whole child in the learning process by developing and improving academic, artistic, physical, social and emotional well being. Within our learning community , we encourage each child to discover and develop "P.O.W.E.R." (Pride, Ownership, Work, Effort and Respect)!
Poplar Springs Elementary (PSE) has approximately 415 students in Kindergarten -5th grade with a staff of 65. For over 10 years, PSE has had an arts initiative engaging and educating students through the integration of the arts. Our school is supported by an exemplary PTO which strives to enhance learning opportunities for all students.
MPSD News To Know
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In this Superintendent’s Update, you’ll hear from MPSD Superintendent Dr. Amy Carter as she highlights some of the attendance and communication tools the Meridian Public School District uses to keep students on track and families informed.
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Students and staff across the Meridian Public School District proudly joined the community in honoring those who have served our nation during Veterans Day programs and events held throughout the city on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
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To improve how we communicate with you, we’re updating the phone number we use to send text messages. Starting on Friday, November 14, 2025, our Outreach text messages will be sent using a local 10-digit phone number.