Meridian School District 505

08/03/2026

Our Back-to-School Guide is available now! This guide includes: how to communicate with our schools, required annual forms and Skyward Family Access, athletic registration and All Sports Nights, key dates and school supplies, tech resources for families and more!

Save-the-Date! Our Back-to-School Fair is Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 1-5 p.m. at IRE. All Meridian families are welcome!

The first day of school is Monday, Aug. 31! We are excited to welcome you back! This message is designed to help you and your student get ready. (Feel free to scroll to the section you’d like to learn more about.) What’s included in this message? Back-to-School Fair, Aug. 19 from 1-5 p.m. at Ire...

07/30/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ashley Geist to the Meridian School Board serving as the director for district 4.

During the July 29 meeting, the school board appointed Ashley Geist as the new director for District 4. Geist fills the vacancy from Director Marty Gray’s resignation in March. She will serve the remainder of the term through December 2027. Biographical Information from Director Ashley Geist

07/24/2026

We'd love for you to join our team! We have several openings. Visit our website to learn more and apply today: https://www.meridian.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/

07/21/2026

The MP3 garden is in bloom! 🌷🌻

07/20/2026

Meridian Middle School Principal Robert Kratzig was recently featured in the Lynden Tribune's Pioneering Families special edition.

He shared in the article he, "believes his position is a privilege, not only due to the level of responsibility and duty to provide quality education, but also because of the respect he has for the history of the area."

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07/03/2026

Wishing everyone a wonderful Fourth of July!

The District Office is closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of the holiday.

07/02/2026

Just a quick reminder about our summer hours!

Summer Hours and Information School offices will be open through June 17 and then closed for the summer. All school offices reopen on Thursday, Aug. 20. The District Office will be open to the public 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday beginning the week of June 15. The District Office retur...

07/01/2026

July 1: The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a training at Meridian High School from 6-11 p.m. During this time you will see law enforcement presence at the school. This is only a training exercise.

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a training at Meridian High School from 6-11 p.m. During this time you will see law enforcement presence at the school. This is only a training exercise.

06/24/2026

Today we celebrated Dennis Mallahan who is retiring this summer. Dennis has been an invaluable member of our maintenance and grounds team. He's been a steady and dependable presence who helped ensure our schools are safe, cared for and ready each day. From maintaining buildings to preparing fields and grounds, Dennis has helped create environments where students can thrive. His pride in his work is evident across our campuses. Known for his reliability and willingness to help, Dennis has always been someone others can count on. Dennis, thank you for your years of dedication to our schools and community. Best wishes in your retirement!

06/23/2026

This past year, Meridian High School students gained valuable, real-world skills thanks to a partnership with Cascade Connections and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). Learn more:

Meridian High School students gained valuable, real-world skills thanks to a partnership with Cascade Connections and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). During this past school year, employment specialist Jeannie Castro with Cascade Connections visited Meridian High School each month t...