Congratulations to the MHS Class of 2026!

What a great night celebrating the Meridian High School Class of 2026 this past Friday night!

Here are some photos from the graduation ceremony as we celebrated this special milestone with our graduates, families, staff, and community. This class has worked hard, overcome challenges, earned scholarships, received honors, and made memories that will last a lifetime.

Class of 2026 By The Numbers

281 Graduates

Valedictorian: Boston Hodges

Salutatorian: Jaden Mosley

STAR Student: Aaron Walker

Mr. and Miss MHS: Boston Hodges and Jaden Mosley

Scholarship Offers Received: $4,460,200

12 students graduated with Highest Honors

110 Students Graduated with Honors and High Honors

110 students scored Silver or Higher on WorkKeys Assessment

3 students scored a 30 or Higher on the ACT

12 students scored a 25 or Higher on the ACT

34 students scored 20 or Higher on the ACT

12 Students Who Received the 4.0 Award

10 Students Named MS Scholar or Techmaster

11 Students Who Received Distinguished Honor Medals

12 Students Who Received MHS Service Awards

17 Students Who Received the Presidential Academic Excellence Award

We are so proud of all they have accomplished and excited to see the bright futures ahead for each of them. Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat!