Meriden K12

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School fourth graders enjoyed a field trip to the Science Center, connecting hands-on discoveries to their classroom learning. Our scholars also demonstrated all the attributes of C.A.R.E.S. throughout their visit. 📸 Photo Credit: Krista Vermeal

Spartan pride starts early at Maloney High School! From waffles and physics extra help to Morning Choir practice and recording the Spartan News daily broadcast, our students are making the most of every opportunity before the school day even begins. Photo Credit: Paris Godbout

It’s Hawktober at Nathan Hale Elementary School! On the day before Halloween, Hale teachers were all ready to teach (to infinity and beyond!) 📸 Photo Credit: Justin Ramos #wootwoot #herestudentssucceed #MeridenCT

📚 Third graders at Benjamin Franklin Elementary put their knowledge to the test during Unit 2 of the CKLA curriculum, Classifying Animals. Working together, students organized and shared everything they’ve learned about the five animal groups. 📸 Jeanne Anastasio

🎶 Kindergarteners at Thomas Hooker School enjoyed a special visit from The Children’s Museum through Sound On, a free, grant-funded program! This hands-on experience was the perfect way to wrap up their CKLA unit on the Five Senses while exploring the world of sound. 👂✨

🎃 Third graders at John Barry Elementary explored pumpkin traits, variation, and heredity through a hands-on investigation! Students observed different pumpkins and predicted which seeds could grow the largest pumpkin. 🌱 📸 Photo Credit: Stephanie Timek #herestudentssucceed

🎬 Lights, camera, HAWKS! 🦅 Nathan Hale Elementary celebrated student and teacher growth, hard work, and progress at its SBA Red Carpet Awards Event. Our Hawks continue to set goals, reach milestones, and soar! 🌟 📸 Photo Credit: Tricia Bouchard

🎃 Casimir Pulaski is looking Gourd-geous! 🍂 A big thank-you to Billy Beaumont of Beaumont Farms in Wallingford for donating more than 500 pumpkins and gourds for Pulaski students! Every student got to take home a pumpkin or gourd on Friday. 🧡 📸 Photo credit: Lynn Andrews

Lincoln Middle School students attended the CAS-CIAC Leadership and Empowerment Summit in Hartford! 💙 Students had the opportunity to participate in an event focused on leadership, personal growth, and empowerment. 📸 Credit: Lauren Bulakites #herestudentssucceed

Eighth-grade students at Lincoln Middle School enjoyed a field trip to the Mark Twain House! 📚 Students had the opportunity to explore the historic home and learn more about the life and legacy of the famous author. 📸 Credit: Adela Osmanovic #herestudentssucceed

💙 Today is Make a Difference Day! Whether it’s helping someone out or simply brightening someone’s day, small acts can have a lasting impact. Let’s make a difference wherever we can! #wootwoot #herestudentssucceed #MeridenCT

🐉🎉 Second graders at Roger Sherman celebrated their CKLA unit on Ancient Asian Civilizations with a lucky dragon parade! Dressed in red, students brought history and culture to life through hands-on learning. 🏮✨ 📸 Photo Credit: Diana Manke #RogerShermanPride #CKLA

🍎 First graders at Casimir Pulaski Elementary enjoyed a trip to Blue Hills Orchard! Students went on a tractor ride, picked their own apples, and learned how apples make it to stores. They even got to taste fresh apple cider! What a memorable day of learning and making memories!

BE FIT: FREE family fun, fitness, lacrosse, giveaways & breakfast! K-12 students & families welcome! BE FIT: ¡diversión, actividad física, lacrosse, sorteos y desayuno GRATIS! ¡K-12 y familias bienvenidos! Oct. 24 (24 de octubre) | 8:30 AM | Edison Middle School

🌎 Mrs. Kershaw’s second-grade class at Thomas Hooker Elementary celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by researching different countries and sharing what they learned! What a great way to explore and appreciate different cultures! 📸 Photo credit: Gail Kelly #herestudentssucceed

🚌🎉 Way to go, Hanover Bus 10! Our first-ever Hanover Bus-Stache winners earned 35 points for outstanding behavior and bus safety! Each student received a Brag Tag. Congratulations on setting a great example! 👏 📸 Photo credit: Jenn Kelley #herestudentssucceed #MeridenCT

🏈 The Platt Panthers Football team hosted its annual Hometown Heroes ceremony, honoring the teachers, support staff, first responders, and community members who go above and beyond to make our community a better place. Thank you for all you do! 📸 Daniel Morisse-Corsetti

📅 A reminder for families of elementary students! Grades K–5 will follow a half-day schedule on October 19, 20, and 21 for Elementary School Conferences. #wootwoot #herestudentssucceed #MeridenCT

🐾 Roger Sherman third graders explored animal classification with a hands-on visit from Furry, Scaly Friends! Students observed and interacted with fascinating animals, bringing their science lessons to life. 🐍🐢🦎 📸 Melissa Sciarretto #herestudentssucceed

🎉 Thank you to our Roger Sherman families for supporting McTeacher Night! Your generosity helped raise $485 for Roger Sherman. Special thanks to the Broad Street McDonald’s owner and staff for hosting and supporting our school community! 🍎 📸 Photo credit: Andy Hutchinson