Nondiscrimination statement
The Meridian School does not discriminate in all aspects of employment and admissions because of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, race/color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, veteran or marital status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Faculty & Staff
Aviona Gaines
- B.S. in Psychology from Grand Valley State University
- M.A. in Counselor Education, Marriage and Family Therapy from Western Michigan University
- Certified counselor
- With The Meridian School since 2020
Prior to joining the Meridian community, Aviona supported families with children in the juvenile system as a therapist. She has collaborated with school counselors working in elementary, middle and high school settings. In Michigan, Aviona worked in private schools as an associate teacher, extended day leader, and a substitute faculty for three years. Aviona is one of nine children and is the third oldest. She is very passionate about justice and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard. She loves travel, swimming, laughing, and arts and crafts.
4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Suite 242
Seattle, WA 98103
Seattle, WA 98103
Meridian is an independent school in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood serving 200 students in grades K-5. We are located in the historic Good Shepherd Center, a community building housing several nonprofit organizations, which lies adjacent to 6.5-acre Meridian Park.
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