Meridian Elementary School

06/02/2026

Well...the incredible ride of this softball season has come to an end.

Tonight, our girls battled in a hard-fought game, falling 2-0 to a very talented Gardner team. At this stage of the postseason, every opponent is strong, and our girls proved they belong among them.

To our players, thank you for the unforgettable moments this season. Your competitive spirit helped shape and strengthen the Meridian softball culture. You have set a new standard of excellence by accomplishing something no previous softball team has done, winning a sectional and advancing to the Super-Sectional. Future Meridian players were watching, and they will remember this run.

Hawk Nation, thank you for showing up in full force. Your support throughout the postseason, and especially tonight, brought incredible energy, pride, and unity to our community.

Coach Streeval, thank you for everything you have given to Meridian softball. Over 28 years, you have taught us that determination, preparation, and consistency are the foundations of success. More importantly, you have built a program and culture that will last well beyond your time on the field. We are grateful for the impact you have made and will continue striving to uphold the standard you have set.

Enjoy your retirement, Coach. You have earned it and Meridian is better because of you.

The standard has been raised AND the future is bright!

It's a great day to be a Hawk!

06/01/2026

Below is the physical address for IWU. (Map attached)

It was confirmed this morning that tickets WILL BE available at the gate for $10 if you are not buying them ahead of time on Go Fan.

Game time 4:00 PM

Illinois Wesleyan University

Shirk Center
302 E. Emerson
Bloomington, IL 61701
[email protected]
309-556-3380

06/01/2026

Hawk Nation, below are some reminders that we received from IWU in regards to tomorrow's Super Sectional.

* Please remind your families and fans that all tickets need to be purchased in advance via the Go Fan website, just like all other IHSA rounds.

* Lastly, we were asked by IHSA to host both a 1A Super-Sectional at 4 pm and then a 4A Super-Sectional at 6:30 pm, so we will need you administrative team's assistance with the following:

* Please make sure your fans are aware there is another game being played after your game. Any official team photograph on the field should be organized and executed as quickly as possible. Then there will be a designated gathering space in front of the hitting/pitching pavilion where fans and players can take individual photos with the trophy, etc.

* Please make sure your teams clear out of the dugout areas as quickly as possible so the other teams for the second game can move in.

05/30/2026

Our girls brought home the Sectional Title tonight! This is the first-ever Sectional Championship in Meridian High School history.

It was a pitcher's duel with limited offense on both sides, but what got the job done was basic, simple, and beautiful softball.

Maddie Briggs showed great discipline at the plate, leading off the inning with a walk.
Charlotte Pritts laid down a perfect bunt, moving Maddie to second while reaching safely at first.
Morgan Knierim did what she does best and drove a hard-hit ball to left field to score Maddie from second.

Mix that offense with incredible pitching from Ashlee Schelling, including a gutsy, diving, headfirst catch on the first base foul line, and the Hawks came away with the victory.

The girls will play in the Super-Sectionals on Monday against Gardner @ 4:00 PM. The game will be played in Bloomington at Illinois Wesleyan University.

Stay tuned and go Hawks!!

05/28/2026

Mrs. Prince has dedicated 28 years of loving, teaching, encouraging, advocating, and helping students grow! We are so thankful for all you’ve done for students, staff, families, and the entire Meridian school district!

Now, go spend time with the people you love most! We know you’ll be soaking up every moment of sunshine, travel adventures, Cardinals and Illini games, and music concerts! Enjoy all the things that make life so special!

Thank you for the difference you’ve made! CONGRATULATIONS!!

05/27/2026

Summer Hours
5/28 - 7:30-2:30
5/29 - Office Closed

05/27/2026

And with that…the 2025-2026 school year comes to an end!

05/27/2026

05/25/2026

Last day of school tomorrow! 1:50 dismissal!

05/23/2026

Fun summer event for the whole family!!