Meet Dr. Alex Dawson - a remarkable individual who graduated from Meigs in 2015 and received a Doctorate of Audiology from The University of Tennessee. Despite her demanding academic pursuits, Alex excelled as a D1 athlete and was part of the rowing team. Today, Dr. Alex Dawson is an audiologist in Augusta, Georgia, inspiring others to pursue their dreams and passions. #MeigsAlumni
Sarah Barrett, a former Meigs North student and 2019 graduate of Meigs County High School, has recently become the newest RN at East Tennessee Children's Hospital, where she works on the pediatric oncology unit. Her achievement is truly inspiring, and we are filled with pride to see a Meigs alumni make such a significant difference in the lives of many children and their families. #MeigsAlumni
Attention: Schedule Change
Meigs Middle School is currently looking for a qualified and experienced Special Education Inclusion Teacher who will be responsible for providing educational and instructional services to students with special needs.
The position is scheduled to start with the 2024-2025 School Year. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field and a valid teaching license.
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about working with students with special needs, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Click the link for more information: https://www.meigsgschool.net/o/mcs/page/job-opportunities
Jaykob Stephens, a former student of Meigs, is a remarkable inspiration. After graduating in 2019, he attended ETSU, where he achieved the incredible feat of being recognized as the Most Outstanding Microbiology Student. Currently, he is a full-time employee at Reynolds Farms and also volunteers as a firefighter. His achievements continue to inspire us all. #MeigsAlumni
Reading goes beyond the pages of a book. Reading at an early age opens the doors to
imagination and provides a foundation for a love of learning that students will carry with them throughout their education and life. #StartingwithSounds helps children develop strong phonics skills with fun ways to learn how to read. #TNReadingforAll
Visit https://www.pbs.org/show/starting-sounds/ to learn more.
If you would like to submit a shout-out for one of our alumni, we would be happy to hear from you. To ensure we can feature the alumni's shout-out as accurately as possible, we kindly request that you provide us with their full name and the year of their graduation. Additionally, please let us know the reason for this shout-out. You may also attach a photo or a link to an article related to the alumni.
Please send your submission to amywoods@meigsgschool.net, and we will take care of the rest.
Emily Henry, a proud native of Meigs County, is currently pursuing a degree in social work. She was recently recognized by Cleveland State Community College for her outstanding achievements during Social Work Month. Emily's passion for helping others is admirable and she plans to continue her education at Tennessee Wesleyan University to pursue a bachelor's degree in social work. Her goal is to work with non-profit organizations or the local school system to make a positive impact on people's lives. Emily, your achievements make us immensely proud. Keep up the great work! #MeigsAlumni
Read her full story at https://www.clevelandstatecc.edu/news/2024/03/news-article3.html?fbclid=IwAR2PzGf09FXgdTc7oh-P3_fAU1BIxA6Gj4yo0rGWg4W5-uMc3aPB3vgHjAo
Thanks to the joint efforts of The Meigs-Decatur Friends of the Library, Meigs County Board of Education, GELF (Governor's Early Literacy Foundation), and the George R. Johnson Foundation (Hardee's Restaurants), we're bringing a Friends of the Library Bookmobile to Meigs County. With this Bookmobile, we can now reach out to even the most remote parts of the county and offer library services to all. Together, let's make reading a way of life for everyone in Meigs County!
One of our own, Mattie Smith, a Meigs County High School graduate, is doing inspiring work as a 4-H representative for Agriculture Week in D.C. She is among the three college representatives selected for this prestigious opportunity. We are proud of her commitment to the betterment of family farms all across the United States.
Riley the Reading Raccoon, the official literacy mascot of the Tennessee Department of Education, visited Meigs North & Meigs South students today. Riley travels the state promoting literacy in Tennessee's public schools.
#Reading360 #TNReadingforAll #ReadLikeRiley
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Today, the department and Riley the Reading Raccoon are visiting Meigs North & Meigs South. We are thrilled to have them here as they will be showcasing the amazing work being done in the area of literacy, with a particular emphasis on strengthening foundational skills. Moreover, families can now access Interactive Decodable Books on Best for ALL Central to practice reading at home. Click this link to learn more: https://bestforall.tnedu.gov/lessons-and-learning-item?content-id=6582
#ReadLikeRiley
#Reading360
#TNReadingforAll
Using a sounds first approach, S.I.M.P.L.E. Moments encourage families to spend just a few minutes each day focusing on reading with their child with the help of Riley the Reading Raccoon. Read more here: https://www.tn.gov/education/news/2022/3/16/tdoe-emphasizes-
reading-with-s-i-m-p-l-e--moments-at-home-for-tennessee-families-.html #TNReadingForAll
Meigs County is participating in March Literacy Month. Our district is so excited to focus on improving literacy experiences for early learners through strategic investments and optional, free resources, thanks to #Reading360.
Read more here:
https://www.tn.gov/education/news/2024/3/4/tennessee-celebrates-march-literacy-
month.html #TNReadingForAll
UPDATED School Calendar: The parent-teacher date changed from April 4 to April 18, 2025. Click Here to view the updated Calendar: https://5il.co/2e9kp
Your opinion is important to us! Please complete a short survey at https://forms.gle/aTm197j3q4xGEgAG9 to help us improve our schools, identify what's working well, and plan for the future. One survey per student should be completed by Friday, March 8, 2024. Thank you for your participation!
Parents, report cards went out with students at Meigs Co High today. If your child was absent, they may pick those up in Ms. Swafford's office upon return.
Also we encourage our parents to fill out the online survey found on our website. https://forms.gle/aTm197j3q4xGEgAG9
Thank you
God Bless America and Go Tigers!
The Meigs High Cheer Squad is currently conducting a T-Shirt sale, which will run until February 29th. You can place your order by contacting any cheerleader or by using this link: https://forms.gle/SMPgaidTgBmgAPVg7.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Woods at amywoods@meigsgschool.net.
Thank you very much for your support!
Support the MCHS Lady Tiger Volleyball team by purchasing a T-shirt through our fundraiser. Click the following link to place your order today: https://5il.co/2f10z
