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 ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Meredith Middle School is a learning community dedicated to developing students to their fullest potential. Working closely with parents, we provide a safe and nurturing environment where academic, artistic, social, emotional and physical development is maximized.
A recognized leader in education, our goals include encouraging students to develop positive self esteem, respect for others, a capacity for productive participation in a global society and a commitment to life-long learning.
We invite you to learn more about our school by exploring this site. Whether you are a current member of the Meredith Middle School "family," a prospective homeowner, or an alumni returning for a cyberspace homecoming, Meredith Middle School welcomes you!
| SCHOOL INFORMATION |
| Address: |
504 S. Broad Street
Middletown, DE 19709 |
| Phone: |
302.378.5001 |
| Web Site: |
www.meredithmiddle.org |
| Administrators: |
Carlton Parker, Principal
carlton.parker@appo.k12.de.us
Thomas Vari, Asst. Principal thomas.vari@appo.k12.de.us
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| Home Access Center: |
http://hac.doe.k12.de.us/homeaccess |
| School Newsletter: |
Click Here |
| School Menu: |
Click Here |
| School Calendar: |
Click Here |
| PTA Newsletter: |
Click Here |
| Grades Served: |
6-8 |
| Enrollment: |
1,142 |
| School Built: |
1928 |
| Latest Remodel: |
Summer 2002 - 12 room expansion |
| # of Classrooms: |
53 |
| Class Size: |
1:27 |
| Other Rooms: |
Library, Band Room, Chorus Room, Art Room, Science Labs, Computer Labs, Cafeteria, Auditorium, Gymnasium, Counseling Suite |
| Feeder Schools: |
Kindergarten - Early Childhood Center
Elementary Schools - Brick Mill, Olive Loss, Townsend
High School - Middletown High School |
STUDENT ATTENDANCE |
| School Year: |
August 24 to June 2 (half day) |
| School Hours: |
7:30 a.m. - 2:10 p.m. FULL DAY
7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. HALF DAY
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CURRICULUM
Core Curriculum:
- Reading/Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
Related Arts:
- Health
- Physical Education
- Art
- Computer Lab
- Agriculture
- Band
- Chorus
- Foreign Languages
- Career Exploration
PARENT INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Site-Based Management Council
Student Achievement Team
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Mentoring
Classroom Volunteers
School Board Meetings
LAUNCHES / AWARDS / RECOGNITION
2002 Intergenerational Mentoring Grant
2001 Academic Alternative Program
2000 Peer Leadership Program - Tutoring, Mediation and Mentoring
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Award-Winning Science Olympiad Program, Junior National Honor Society, Student Council, Peer Leadership Program, Afterschool Tutoring/Extended Time, Drama Club, School Play, Master Singers, Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, Art Club, Business Professionals of America, Future Farmers of America, Website Design Team, Student Newspaper, Yearbook Staff, Career Exploration, Intramural Sports - Flag Football, Field Hockey, Basketball, Soccer, Softball
AFTERSCHOOL CARE
Bus transportation is currently available from Everett Meredith Middle School to the following childcare provider:
- Bethesda Child Development Center
More than 80 childcare centers operate in the Appoquinimink School District. For a complete listing of licensed providers in your area, contact the Family & Workplace Connection at 302.479.1679, www.familyandworkplace.org.
*List subject to change.
REGISTRATION
It is important that families new to the district or with children entering school for the first time register as early as possible. This allows time to adequately schedule classroom assignments and bus routes. Pre-registration is an option if you will be entering the district during the school year.
To register, you will need your child's:
Birth certificate
Verifiable immunization record
Proof of residence (Real estate agreements are accepted)
Last Report Card, Custody Papers, Special Education Information
(if applicable)
Please bring this information to the school your child will be attending. Be sure to call the school in advance to schedule a time to register. To save time, you may wish to begin the pre-registration process using the forms found in the Registration Section of our website.
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