Meridian Technical Charter High School

🚨 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗣… 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗚𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗥𝗨𝗡. 😂☀️

The teachers are back, which means the countdown to the first day of school is officially ON! ⏰🐉

Our staff spent yesterday in meetings (because apparently you can’t just show up on the first day and 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘵. 😉), and today they’re busy getting their classrooms ready for 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘄𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿! Because as much as we love summer, there’s something indescribable about having a building full of teenagers again. Their energy, enthusiasm, endless ideas, and yes… even their occasional chaos… are what make MTCHS such an amazing school and fun place to be! ❤️🖤

And a 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗠𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗦 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻! 🎉🐉 We can’t wait to meet you, introduce you to the Dragon family, and see all the great things you’ll bring to our school!

📚 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟮! 🐉📚

Parents, before those last few summer days disappear, make sure you’ve completed your 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝘁𝗼-𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 📧 An email with all the registration details was sent to everyone last Friday. If you didn’t receive it, please contact the MTCHS office so we can make sure you have everything you need.

Summer may be winding down… but 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱! 🎉

Bring on the 2026–2027 school year! 🐉❤️🖤

🎉 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫! 🎉

Congratulations to MTCHS Class of 2026 graduate 𝐌𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝 on receiving an incredible $𝟏𝟎𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 from the 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! This highly competitive scholarship is awarded to outstanding students across the western United States and will support Mar during her next four years at Boise State University.

With this award, Mar's total scholarships now exceed $𝟏𝟐𝟕,𝟎𝟎𝟎—an extraordinary accomplishment that reflects years of hard work, leadership, creativity, and service.

Mar's journey at MTCHS is a perfect example of what can happen when students challenge themselves to step outside their comfort zone. She arrived as a quiet freshman who often preferred to observe before stepping into the spotlight, and graduated as a confident leader, role model, and difference-maker. Through the opportunities she embraced at MTCHS and SkillsUSA, she blossomed socially, discovered her voice, and inspired those around her. Along the way, she also honored the importance of taking quiet moments to recenter and collect her thoughts—a balance that helped her grow while staying true to who she is.

During her time at MTCHS, Mar:
🏆 🏆 Won Idaho SkillsUSA state championships in Community Service and T-Shirt Design, advancing to the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference both years. Her Extra Life Community Service Project earned 10th place nationally, and her T-Shirt Design earned an impressive 9th-place national finish.
❤️ Helped organize MTCHS's 24-hour Extra Life gaming marathon, raising nearly $23,000 for St. Luke's Children's Hospital—the project that also earned her a trip to nationals in Community Service.
🐉 Served as the Idaho SkillsUSA 2025–2026 High School Historian, representing students across the state with professionalism, enthusiasm, and pride.
🏛️ Served as Student Government Treasurer and was an active member of both the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society.
❄️ Competed as a member of the Snow Team, always willing to take on new challenges.

Mar's success didn't happen overnight. It was built through years of hard work, perseverance, and a willingness to say "yes" to new opportunities. She also credits MTCHS teacher and SkillsUSA advisor Mr. Duane Erickson for encouraging her to step outside her comfort zone and helping her discover what she was capable of. Mentors can make a lifelong difference, and we're grateful for the positive impact our teachers and staff have on so many of our students.

Mar has shown that leadership isn't about being the loudest person in the room—it's about serving others, lifting up your community, and growing into the best version of yourself. We couldn't be prouder of everything she has accomplished, and we can't wait to see what she'll achieve at Boise State and beyond.

Congratulations, Mar! Your MTCHS family is cheering you on every step of the way. ❤️🖤

🎉 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐔𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦! 🧹✨

Keeping our school running smoothly is a big job, and we are so grateful for the team that makes it happen!

As many of you know, our amazing longtime custodian, Vince, retired last year after serving MTCHS since our doors first opened in 1999. Filling those shoes was no easy task, but 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨 stepped up and has been doing a phenomenal job keeping our campus shining! 🌟 If you spent any time around school last Spring, you already know his friendly smile and bright, positive attitude make everyone's day better.

We’re also excited to introduce 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐡, who has recently come on part-time to help manage the massive responsibility of caring for both MTCHS and our sister school, Meridian Medical Arts Charter High School (MMACHS).

Managing two campuses is no small feat, and Mario & Seth are doing incredible work every single day to keep our spaces safe, clean, and ready for learning.

💙 Please join us in giving Mario and Seth a big MTCHS welcome! 🐉🐉

Meridian Medical Arts Charter High School

📣 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏!

It's almost time to get ready for another great year at MTCHS!

Online registration opens August 1 and closes on August 11. We'll be sending an email to parents tomorrow with everything you need to know. Keep an eye on your inbox!

We can't wait to welcome our Dragons back! 🐉❤️🖤

𝐑𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 🚨 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐒 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬!

This almost never happens!

We have 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 for 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 to join Meridian Technical Charter High School this fall.

𝗠𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗦 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘁𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 where students receive an exceptional academic education while exploring high-demand technology careers through hands-on learning.

If you're a student who loves technology, enjoys solving problems, and is ready to challenge yourself, MTCHS could be the perfect fit.

Students learn through project-based experiences in computer science, electronics, networking, software development, web design, digital media, entrepreneurship and business, and other emerging technologies. Our expectations are high because we believe our students are capable of extraordinary things. If you're willing to put in the effort, you'll find incredible opportunities, supportive teachers, and classmates who share your passion for learning.

⏳ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱.

Apply today: https://www.mtchs.org/lottery-process/

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝟔𝟎-𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

Starting with the 2026–2027 school year, Meridian Technical Charter High School—along with all public schools across the state—will observe a daily 60-second moment of silence at or near the beginning of each school day. This update reflects the requirements of Idaho Code Title 33-1639 (enacted under Idaho House Bill 623).

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺: During this minute, students are free to use the time in whatever way is personally meaningful to them—whether that means quiet reflection, silent prayer, or simply taking a peaceful moment to prepare for the day. No other activity is allowed.
𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: By law, school staff cannot instruct or guide students on how to use this time. Their role is strictly to maintain a calm, quiet, and respectful classroom free from distractions or interruptions.
𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: All students are expected to remain completely silent, no distracting displays and respectful of others during this time.

𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭

We encourage you to discuss this daily moment of silence with your teenager. It is a great opportunity to share your family’s values, traditions, or beliefs, and to guide them on how you’d like them to spend this time. These conversations help students use the minute thoughtfully while learning to respect the diverse beliefs and quiet moments of their peers.

https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/Title33/T33CH16/SECT33-1639/
https://www.mtchs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Moment-of-Silence-to-Parents.pdf

MTCHS friends and family: Do you know someone who would make an amazing Freshman English substitute teacher? MTCHS is looking for a Long-Term Sub to cover classes during Ms. Weise's temporary leave.

Ms. Weise wanted to emphasize a fun bonus: This lucky sub will working during the segment that covers the literary classic The Hobbit, which is a student (and teacher) favorite! 📖‍🐉

Tag a great teacher or share this post with someone who'd be a perfect fit! And don't forget to tell them how great our students are! ⭐😎

Apply here: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/wasd/opening/190980

🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗻𝘂𝘀! 🎉

We're proud to celebrate Magnus Einarsson, one of five Idaho public charter school graduates selected to receive the Idaho Governor's Cup Scholarship!

Magnus graduated this year after excelling in three of MTCHS's senior programs—Business, Entrepreneurship, and Computer Science. Beyond the classroom, he demonstrated outstanding leadership while serving as the 2025–2026 Idaho SkillsUSA High School President.

The Idaho Governor's Cup Scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to their future. It is one of Idaho's most prestigious scholarship opportunities for graduating seniors and homeschool students, with proceeds from the Idaho Governor's Cup tournament funding these awards.

Congratulations, Magnus! Your hard work, leadership, and dedication have made the entire MTCHS community proud. We can't wait to see what you accomplish next!

What an incredible week at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference!

This photo captures most of our MTCHS team following Friday night's Awards Session. (Nicole was still hard at work in her role as a SkillsUSA National Officer!)

Over the past week, our students experienced all that NLSC has to offer, not just the competitions, but also the leadership sessions, networking, and community experiences. They embraced every opportunity and demonstrated the skill, professionalism, and determination that brought them to Atlanta. We think they had a little fun along the way, too!

We're proud of all they accomplished this week and grateful for the experiences, memories, and friendships they've gained.

Congratulations, Dragons, on an outstanding NLSC! 🔥🐉

We were so excited to hear our Web Design & Development team called to the stage during the SkillsUSA NLSC Awards Session on Friday night!

Daniel and Kian earned a Bronze Medal in Web Design & Development, placing them among the top three teams in the nation. That's an incredible accomplishment in one of the largest and most competitive student leadership and skills events in the country.

Making it to Nationals is a challenge in itself. Earning a spot on the podium against the best state champions from across the United States is truly exceptional.

We're so proud of them! Congratulations, Daniel & Kian! Great job, guys! 🥉🔥🐉