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12.16.25 Merriam Family Newsletter

Posted Date: 12/16/25 (08:00 AM)





Important Dates 


  • Tue 12/23 - School Spirit Dress Up Day - Winter/Holiday/Cozy Day

  • Tue 12/23 - EARLY RELEASE ON TUESDAY, 12:50pm 

  • Wed 12/24 - Fri 1/2/26 - NO SCHOOL - Winter Break

  • Mon 1/5/26 - Return to School

  • Mon 1/19/26 - NO SCHOOL, MLK Day

  • Sat 2/7 - Merriam Winter Fair, 4:00-6:00pm

  • Mon 2/16- Fri 2/20 - NO SCHOOL, February Break

  • Tue 2/24 - Special Assembly - Hip Hop Promotes Positivity

  • Mon 3/2 - Fri 3/6 - Literacy Week

  • Thu 3/19 - March Madness - Staff vs. Parents Basketball Game

  • Fri 3/20 - NO SCHOOL, Eid

 

Happy Hanukkah to all celebrating!


12.16.25
Greetings Merriam Families,


Early Release on Tuesday of Next Week
This is a friendly reminder that there is an early release on Tues 12/23 - please plan accordingly!  We dismiss at 12:50pm.

Tuesday 12/23 is also a School Spirit Dress Up Day!  Students are invited to wear  Winter/Holiday/Cozy outfits to celebrate the season.



Teacher Wishlists
As we head into this season of gratitude and giving, I want to acknowledge the incredible generosity of our Merriam families. Many of you have asked about ways to support classrooms, and some teachers have created wishlists with items that enhance learning and help bring classroom projects to life. I want to emphasize that these wishlists are completely optional. There is no expectation for families to purchase anything, and classrooms will continue to have everything they need provided by the school. Wishlists simply offer an opportunity for families who have asked for ways to contribute in small, meaningful ways. Thank you, as always, for the many ways you support our students, our staff, and our community. Your partnership is a big part of what makes Merriam such a special place!

                                Merriam Teacher Wishlists



Lost and Found
We will be clearing out the Lost and Found before break and donating any unclaimed items.  Please claim your items by this Friday December 19th!

 Wishing you all a peaceful week ahead.  Stay warm!
Sincerely,

Christina Gavin


Merriam Principal


Personal Items Drive

We’re collecting Personal Items - which the AB Resource Center is very much in need of!  Please see the flyer shared below.  The drive will be ongoing until Dec 17th.


***Deodorant is a much needed item****






🍎 What's for lunch? 🥪
Nutrition services info and lunch menus are found here.



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