🎉 Welcome Back to a New Role, Sarah Bouton! 🎉
If you’ve been to any Junior High games or meets, you’ve probably seen Sarah working the scoreboard! 🏀⚽️ After 9 wonderful years as an 8th-grade paraprofessional, Sarah is taking on an exciting new adventure this school year as a 6th-grade Special Education Teacher here at Meridian Junior High School!
As a longtime resident whose two children graduated from the district, this community means the world to her.
"I am deeply committed to contributing to our school and community while supporting the academic, social, and personal growth of every student who walks through my door." — Sarah Bouton
Please join us in wishing Sarah the absolute best as she steps into her new role and classroom! 🌟
If you’ve been to any Junior High games or meets, you’ve probably seen Sarah working the scoreboard! 🏀⚽️ After 9 wonderful years as an 8th-grade paraprofessional, Sarah is taking on an exciting new adventure this school year as a 6th-grade Special Education Teacher here at Meridian Junior High School!
As a longtime resident whose two children graduated from the district, this community means the world to her.
"I am deeply committed to contributing to our school and community while supporting the academic, social, and personal growth of every student who walks through my door." — Sarah Bouton
Please join us in wishing Sarah the absolute best as she steps into her new role and classroom! 🌟
🎉 Welcome to the Meridian Family, Tracy Conerton! 🎉
We are thrilled to welcome Tracy Conerton to the Meridian School District! You'll see her alongside her Special Education Team at Monroe Center Grade School 💙
Tracy began her education journey as a prevention educator with a nonprofit before teaching and tutoring college composition. She found her true passion in special education, teaching in therapeutic, resource, and life skills classrooms.
"I’m excited to begin this new chapter and continue learning alongside such a supportive team." — Tracy
✨ Get to Know Tracy:
🥾 Outside the classroom: She loves hiking with her two dogs, reading, writing, and camping.
📣 Biggest fan: You’ll often find her cheering on her 16-year-old son, Elliot—whether he’s competing in the triple jump, solving problems on the math team, volunteering with Special Olympics, or taking on a new adventure!
Please join us in giving Tracy a warm Meridian welcome! Here’s to a wonderful school year ahead! 🌟
We are thrilled to welcome Tracy Conerton to the Meridian School District! You'll see her alongside her Special Education Team at Monroe Center Grade School 💙
Tracy began her education journey as a prevention educator with a nonprofit before teaching and tutoring college composition. She found her true passion in special education, teaching in therapeutic, resource, and life skills classrooms.
"I’m excited to begin this new chapter and continue learning alongside such a supportive team." — Tracy
✨ Get to Know Tracy:
🥾 Outside the classroom: She loves hiking with her two dogs, reading, writing, and camping.
📣 Biggest fan: You’ll often find her cheering on her 16-year-old son, Elliot—whether he’s competing in the triple jump, solving problems on the math team, volunteering with Special Olympics, or taking on a new adventure!
Please join us in giving Tracy a warm Meridian welcome! Here’s to a wonderful school year ahead! 🌟
Highland is hosting a preschool screening on Thursday, August 20. Please see the flyer for more information.
📚 **MERIDIAN, WE’RE BACK!** 🎉
The first day of student attendance is **Wednesday, August 12!**
⏰ **Regular start time: 8:00 AM**
Please remember: **Late Start Wednesdays begin August 19 with a start time of 8:30 AM**
We can’t wait to see our students! 🍎💙💛
**Welcome back, Meridian CUSD 223!**
The first day of student attendance is **Wednesday, August 12!**
⏰ **Regular start time: 8:00 AM**
Please remember: **Late Start Wednesdays begin August 19 with a start time of 8:30 AM**
We can’t wait to see our students! 🍎💙💛
**Welcome back, Meridian CUSD 223!**
🏫 We’re Getting Ready for a Great School Year at Highland!
The staff at Highland has been busy preparing for the upcoming school year, and we are excited to welcome our students back!
📚 Meet the Teacher & Supply Drop-Off
Our doors will open at 4:00 p.m. today for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade to meet their teachers and drop off school supplies.
🧸 Preschool Open House
Preschool families are invited to our Open House on Thursday, August 20, from 5:00–5:30 p.m.
🚌 First Day of School
Our first day of school is Wednesday, August 19. The school day begins at our regular time of 7:55 a.m., and student drop-off will begin at 7:30 a.m.
Please see the attached information for traffic flow and drop-off directions.
❤️ Parents and families are welcome to walk their children to the doors on the first day and watch them head inside. We know this can be an exciting—and sometimes emotional—moment for both students and parents!
We are so excited to begin another fabulous year at Highland! We can’t wait to see our Cardinals back in the building! 🐦
The staff at Highland has been busy preparing for the upcoming school year, and we are excited to welcome our students back!
📚 Meet the Teacher & Supply Drop-Off
Our doors will open at 4:00 p.m. today for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade to meet their teachers and drop off school supplies.
🧸 Preschool Open House
Preschool families are invited to our Open House on Thursday, August 20, from 5:00–5:30 p.m.
🚌 First Day of School
Our first day of school is Wednesday, August 19. The school day begins at our regular time of 7:55 a.m., and student drop-off will begin at 7:30 a.m.
Please see the attached information for traffic flow and drop-off directions.
❤️ Parents and families are welcome to walk their children to the doors on the first day and watch them head inside. We know this can be an exciting—and sometimes emotional—moment for both students and parents!
We are so excited to begin another fabulous year at Highland! We can’t wait to see our Cardinals back in the building! 🐦
📅 SAVE THE DATE: CARDINAL NIGHT!
Join us Friday, August 14, at the SVHS Track!
5:30 p.m. – Fall athlete introductions
Football and boys soccer intersquad scrimmages to follow
Come meet your SVHS fall athletes and grab your first pork chop of the year! ❤️🤍🖤
#GoCardinals
Join us Friday, August 14, at the SVHS Track!
5:30 p.m. – Fall athlete introductions
Football and boys soccer intersquad scrimmages to follow
Come meet your SVHS fall athletes and grab your first pork chop of the year! ❤️🤍🖤
#GoCardinals
Welcome to our newest staff members joining the Meridian 223 family! It's always a great day to be a Cardinal, and we’re already so impressed by the incredible dedication and energy they've shown during orientation this week. Please join us in giving them a warm welcome to our community as we kick off a fantastic year ahead!
Meridian CUSD #223 is seeking an Assistant Boys Soccer Coach for the Stillman Valley High School. Please follow this link to view and apply for this position and others: https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=1140
Open Houses for Highland Elementary and Monroe Center Elementary will be Monday, August 10th for K-5. Preschool will be held on Thursday, Aug. 20th. Please see the flyer for specific times.
For many in our community, Taft holds memories of exploring the outdoors, learning about nature, creating art, and experiencing adventures that stayed with us long after childhood. Together for Taft is working to bring those opportunities back for the next generation—and these summer classes help support the effort to reopen Taft.
The final Pre-Taft Summer Class of 2026, Wild at Heart, will be held Saturday, August 8, from 8:30 a.m.–noon at Lowden State Park. Children ages 7 and older, families, and adults are invited to enjoy a morning of nature, creativity, mindfulness, and community.
By attending, you are not only creating a special memory today—you are helping make it possible for our children to experience Taft again in the future. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, and please help us spread the word! 💚
The final Pre-Taft Summer Class of 2026, Wild at Heart, will be held Saturday, August 8, from 8:30 a.m.–noon at Lowden State Park. Children ages 7 and older, families, and adults are invited to enjoy a morning of nature, creativity, mindfulness, and community.
By attending, you are not only creating a special memory today—you are helping make it possible for our children to experience Taft again in the future. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, and please help us spread the word! 💚
Meridian CUSD #223 is looking to hire an Executive Secretary for the Athletic/Activities department at our Stillman Valley High School. Please visit our website and click on "Employment" to apply. We also have several other positions available!
The Skyward Student Management system is currently undergoing updates. The system will be down until Tuesday afternoon, July 21, 2026.
All areas of Skyward Student Management will be down including Skyward Family Access and Skyward Fee Management.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you!
All areas of Skyward Student Management will be down including Skyward Family Access and Skyward Fee Management.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you!
🚧 SVHS Main Entrance Closure
Beginning Thursday, July 16, the Stillman Valley High School main entrance will be closed through approximately July 31 for the demolition and installation of new exterior and interior front doors.
This project is funded through the ISBE School Construction Grant. During construction, please use Door B to access the building.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we complete this important improvement!
Beginning Thursday, July 16, the Stillman Valley High School main entrance will be closed through approximately July 31 for the demolition and installation of new exterior and interior front doors.
This project is funded through the ISBE School Construction Grant. During construction, please use Door B to access the building.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we complete this important improvement!
Prepare for the school year with everything you need in one
place, free of charge! Stock up on essentials and explore valuable
community programs. Bring your family, enjoy refreshments, and gear up for a fantastic school year! Thank you to Grandma Bonnie's School Supply Closet and the Regional Office of Education!
At Meridian CUSD 223, we know that taking care of our staff matters.
We are proud to offer a strong benefits package for our certified staff, including district-paid single health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO, dental coverage through Delta Dental, a $20,000 district-paid term life insurance policy, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and affordable vision coverage.
Our certified staff also receive 12 sick days, 2 personal days, the opportunity to participate in the sick bank, and a sick leave match for unused sick days.
We also offer valuable benefits for our school-year, non-certified staff, depending on scheduled hours, including sick and personal leave, paid holidays, eligibility for district health, dental, and vision insurance, district-paid life insurance, no work during school breaks, sick bank participation, and a sick leave incentive for unused days.
At Meridian, we believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. They deserve support, stability, and benefits that help them care for themselves and their families.
Come be part of a district that values the people who make our schools great!
Meridian is seeking the following positions. Please click this link to apply - https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=1140
We are proud to offer a strong benefits package for our certified staff, including district-paid single health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO, dental coverage through Delta Dental, a $20,000 district-paid term life insurance policy, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and affordable vision coverage.
Our certified staff also receive 12 sick days, 2 personal days, the opportunity to participate in the sick bank, and a sick leave match for unused sick days.
We also offer valuable benefits for our school-year, non-certified staff, depending on scheduled hours, including sick and personal leave, paid holidays, eligibility for district health, dental, and vision insurance, district-paid life insurance, no work during school breaks, sick bank participation, and a sick leave incentive for unused days.
At Meridian, we believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. They deserve support, stability, and benefits that help them care for themselves and their families.
Come be part of a district that values the people who make our schools great!
Meridian is seeking the following positions. Please click this link to apply - https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=1140
At Meridian CUSD 223, we know that taking care of our staff matters.
We are proud to offer a strong benefits package for our certified staff, including district-paid single health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO, dental coverage through Delta Dental, a $20,000 district-paid term life insurance policy, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and affordable vision coverage.
Our certified staff also receive 12 sick days, 2 personal days, the opportunity to participate in the sick bank, and a sick leave match for unused sick days.
We also offer valuable benefits for our school-year, non-certified staff, depending on scheduled hours, including sick and personal leave, paid holidays, eligibility for district health, dental, and vision insurance, district-paid life insurance, no work during school breaks, sick bank participation, and a sick leave incentive for unused days.
At Meridian, we believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. They deserve support, stability, and benefits that help them care for themselves and their families.
Come be part of a district that values the people who make our schools great!
Meridian is seeking the following positions. Please click this link to apply - https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=1140
We are proud to offer a strong benefits package for our certified staff, including district-paid single health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO, dental coverage through Delta Dental, a $20,000 district-paid term life insurance policy, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and affordable vision coverage.
Our certified staff also receive 12 sick days, 2 personal days, the opportunity to participate in the sick bank, and a sick leave match for unused sick days.
We also offer valuable benefits for our school-year, non-certified staff, depending on scheduled hours, including sick and personal leave, paid holidays, eligibility for district health, dental, and vision insurance, district-paid life insurance, no work during school breaks, sick bank participation, and a sick leave incentive for unused days.
At Meridian, we believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. They deserve support, stability, and benefits that help them care for themselves and their families.
Come be part of a district that values the people who make our schools great!
Meridian is seeking the following positions. Please click this link to apply - https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=1140
Meridian 223 is excited to announce that Ms. Amanda Camling received the Illinois Principal Association's Non-Certified Support Personnel Leadership Award at the June Board of Education Meeting! This award is reserved for the very best in the field of education who demonstrate excellence and leadership in various roles. Nominees were submitted across the Northwest region. Amanda was nominated for her positive impact on the culture at Highland Elementary and her dedication to providing a wonderful school experience for all students. Meridian 223 and Highland are grateful for her dedicated service to our district. Congratulations, Ms. Amanda Camling!
🚨 Community Notice 🚨
Ogle County emergency services will be conducting training at Stillman Valley High School on Tuesday evening.
You may notice an increased presence of emergency vehicles and personnel on campus. This is a planned training exercise, and there is no threat to the school or community. Thank you, Ogle County Sheriff Department, for your continued partnership with Meridian CUSD #223!
Ogle County emergency services will be conducting training at Stillman Valley High School on Tuesday evening.
You may notice an increased presence of emergency vehicles and personnel on campus. This is a planned training exercise, and there is no threat to the school or community. Thank you, Ogle County Sheriff Department, for your continued partnership with Meridian CUSD #223!
🏃♂️⚡ Cardinal Speed & Agility Clinic | July 7–9
Open to incoming grades 6–12. Register by June 22 to guarantee your athlete receives a clinic t-shirt.
Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMlOS_vWzHAdQOMxoXYuzmKQSeoXTlACgXl0Mt6RrD4fW8yw/viewform?usp=dialog
Go Cardinals! #MYCards
Open to incoming grades 6–12. Register by June 22 to guarantee your athlete receives a clinic t-shirt.
Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMlOS_vWzHAdQOMxoXYuzmKQSeoXTlACgXl0Mt6RrD4fW8yw/viewform?usp=dialog
Go Cardinals! #MYCards
