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![2025 MPSD Parent and Community Partners of Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747771995/mpsdk12net/zl1ptuqvdvbbmin7ndwc/2025MPSdParentofYearGroup.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747771995/mpsdk12net/zl1ptuqvdvbbmin7ndwc/2025MPSdParentofYearGroup.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747771995/mpsdk12net/zl1ptuqvdvbbmin7ndwc/2025MPSdParentofYearGroup.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747771995/mpsdk12net/zl1ptuqvdvbbmin7ndwc/2025MPSdParentofYearGroup.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747771995/mpsdk12net/zl1ptuqvdvbbmin7ndwc/2025MPSdParentofYearGroup.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747771995/mpsdk12net/zl1ptuqvdvbbmin7ndwc/2025MPSdParentofYearGroup.jpg","width":2200}])
In a heartfelt celebration of community engagement and parental involvement, the Meridian Public School District (MPSD) recognized its 2025 Parents and Community Partners of the Year during the regular school board meeting held on Monday, May 19, 2025.
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Congratulations to MPSD’s and Crestwood Elementary’s Jamal Roberts for making history and being named the American Idol Season 23 Winner on Sunday, May 18, 2025.
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The Meridian Public School District is proud to announce and celebrate a group of exceptional educators who have climbed the professional ladder to take on new roles as school and district administrators beginning in the 2025-2026 school year.
![Photo of Poplar Springs students performing at The MAX during the MPSD Festival of the Arts.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745606756/mpsdk12net/pnjfoa9tfutfnftw2qsg/35.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745606756/mpsdk12net/pnjfoa9tfutfnftw2qsg/35.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745606756/mpsdk12net/pnjfoa9tfutfnftw2qsg/35.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745606756/mpsdk12net/pnjfoa9tfutfnftw2qsg/35.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745606756/mpsdk12net/pnjfoa9tfutfnftw2qsg/35.png","width":1500}])
Last night’s Festival of the Arts at The Max was an unforgettable celebration of talent, creativity, and community spirit!
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![Photo of the 2025 MPSD Retirees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747667735/mpsdk12net/hadgfpimjnxzzwuelpfm/2025MPSDRetirees.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747667735/mpsdk12net/hadgfpimjnxzzwuelpfm/2025MPSDRetirees.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747667735/mpsdk12net/hadgfpimjnxzzwuelpfm/2025MPSDRetirees.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747667735/mpsdk12net/hadgfpimjnxzzwuelpfm/2025MPSDRetirees.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747667735/mpsdk12net/hadgfpimjnxzzwuelpfm/2025MPSDRetirees.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747667735/mpsdk12net/hadgfpimjnxzzwuelpfm/2025MPSDRetirees.jpg","width":2200}])
On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, we celebrated and honored an extraordinary group of individuals — our retirees — who have a total of 397 years of dedication to education and have each made a lasting impact on the students, staff, and families of Meridian.
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The Meridian Public School District's Little Wildcat Pre-K Academy held its Promotion Ceremony at the Frank Cochran Center on Friday, May 9, 2025, and it was a celebration to remember! Over 130 amazing Pre-K students proudly walked across the stage to receive their promotion certificates. 🎉🐾
![Photo of Spring Sports Banquet Softball]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746815364/mpsdk12net/gb8rqhsqbqmochhalzsw/46.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746815364/mpsdk12net/gb8rqhsqbqmochhalzsw/46.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746815364/mpsdk12net/gb8rqhsqbqmochhalzsw/46.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746815364/mpsdk12net/gb8rqhsqbqmochhalzsw/46.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746815364/mpsdk12net/gb8rqhsqbqmochhalzsw/46.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746815364/mpsdk12net/gb8rqhsqbqmochhalzsw/46.jpg","width":2200}])
On Thursday, May 8, 2025, we celebrated our incredible student-athletes at the Meridian High School Spring Sports Banquet! From the track to the diamond and everywhere in between, these student have shown dedication, heart, and sportsmanship all season long.
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Get to Know MPSD
Successful District
The Meridian Public School District received a Successful Rating by the Mississippi Department for the second consecutive year on the MAAP Assessments.
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Number of Campuses
The Meridian Public School District is made up of 11 campuses, which include 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, 1 career and technical center, 1 Pre-K campus, and 1 alternative learning campus.
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ACT Workkeys
The number of 2024 Meridian High School seniors who scored a Gold, Silver, or Platinum on the ACT Workkeys when tested at Ross Collins Career and Technical Center.
1:1
Technology for students
All students in the Meridian Public School District are provided with an iPad or a Chromebook to use in the classroom.
Any Given Child
Arts Integrated City
The city of Meridian was selected in August of 2016 by the Kennedy Center for a multi-year, Pre-K-8 arts integration program called Any Given Child.
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Student-Athletes
The Meridian Public School District has over 700 student-athletes that compete in extra-curriculuar activities.
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Athletic Teams
Student-athletes in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to participate in 26 sports.