2. National Honor Society Information 2020

On Wednesday February 5, 2020 High School Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors who qualify in scholastic requirements with a 3.5 GPA (4.0 scale) or a 3.75 GPA (5.0 scale) will be receiving candidate invitation letters for the Merritt Academy chapter of the National Honor Society. At this time, students may request a candidate packet from NHS advisor Mrs. Morgan. Students are required to complete the candidate form and required essay by February 13, 2020 for further evaluation by the faculty committee. No late submissions will be accepted. The faculty committee will evaluate each candidate on the requirements of service, leadership and character. Attached is an information form that will assist students in understanding the guidelines of each NHS pillar. Attached are the NHS selection process and student NHS information sheet for your information. If you have any questions please contact NHS advisor, Mrs.Morgan.

3. School-Wide Cool and Funny Stuff Magic Show

America's Magical Funnyman, Chris Linn, is coming to Merritt Academy to for two shows:

K-5- 1:15-2:00

6-12 2:10-2:55

All parents are welcomed to join us for this fun-filled assembly! Chris has performed at Disney World and national television numerous times. We couldn't be more excited for this assembly!

4. Dress Down Day Tomorrow, February 5th

The funds raised from this paid dress down day will go towards helping a Merritt Academy student raise funds for an awesome leadership opportunity.

** If your student is not participating by dressing down they need to be in their full uniform. If they choose to participate they can wear casual clothes by paying a minimum of $1.00.

5. Kaiser Group Pictures

Kaiser photography will be here on Thursday, February 6th to take pictures for the yearbook of our non-sports clubs and groups. Please make sure they have the appropriate school uniform on that or bring their special shirts that coordinate with the group (Example band, Homework Helpers, robotics, etc.)

6. Recess, Lunchroom, and Popcorn Volunteers Needed

Merritt Academy is in need of volunteers who would like to come up here at the K-5 Lunch/Recess times (11:00- 12:15) and help monitor students in the cafeteria and playground. We have teachers and other support staff that monitor these areas everyday, but some additional support is greatly needed.

Also, we are in need of parent volunteers that would like to help make popcorn and distribute on Friday mornings. We have had to cancel a few popcorn days recently due to lack of parent volunteers.

If you or you know anyone interested in helping out for any of this please let he school know by calling the main office or e mailing Mr. Seiferlein at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

7. Important Cold/Flu Information

Please read the attached information and guidelines to help your family navigate the cold and flu season.

8. Merritt Concert Band MSBOA Information

MSBOA DISTRICT XVI MIDDLE SCHOOL

BAND AND ORCHESTRA FESTIVAL

Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Anchor Bay High School

10:20AM PERFORMANCE

MSBOA DISTRICT XVI HIGH SCHOOL

BAND AND ORCHESTRA FESTIVAL

Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Dakota High School

9:00AM PERFORMANCE

***Please come out and support our Merritt Academy Bands***