专家班
Enriching the Meridian Experience
At Meridian, specialist classes are an integral part of the learning experience. Music, Art, Spanish, Science, Health & Fitness, Library, and Creativity Lab complement and extend classroom learning. Specialist teachers work closely with classroom faculty and with one another to create connected, meaningful lessons that deepen students’ understanding across subjects. These programs invite students to think creatively, explore new ideas, and apply their learning in hands-on, engaging ways.
Jump to a subject: Art | Creativity Lab | Health & Fitness | Library | Music | Science Lab | Spanish
Art
Celebrating Individuality and the Creative Process
Meridian’s art program encourages students to express their individuality through a range of artistic techniques and materials, including fiber arts, ceramics, and painting. Students develop confidence in their artistic skills through a building-block approach, solving visual and tactile challenges creatively. At Meridian, the process of making art is just as valuable as the final product, teaching students the importance of exploration and perseverance.
Creativity Lab
Integrating Technology, Arts, and Problem-Solving
The Creativity Lab merges academic learning with technology and the arts to develop students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Projects range from programming with Lego robotics to artistic innovation, encouraging students to experiment, take risks, and learn from their mistakes. The lab fosters a growth mindset, inspiring students to push boundaries and discover their potential through hands-on exploration.
Health & Fitness
Promoting Physical Confidence and Teamwork
Our health and fitness program emphasizes the importance of physical well-being and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Students participate in a variety of games, activities, and sports that build both focus and skill. Units such as soccer, floor hockey, archery, track and field, and climbing cater to individual needs and encourage personal success, ensuring that students feel confident and capable.
Library
Nurturing a Love of Reading and Exploration
Our library is a space where a love for reading and learning thrives. Through read-alouds and diverse reading exercises, students encounter literature that reflects their own experiences and introduces them to new perspectives. In the lower grades, students learn how to navigate the physical library, while upper elementary students develop digital literacy skills, using tools like digital catalogs. Older students also gain research skills by utilizing resources such as the Seattle Public Library.
Music
Building Unity Through Creativity
At Meridian, our music program fosters unity, creativity, and courage. Students are introduced to a variety of musical instruments, styles, and composers. Through activities like composition, improvisation, and performance, students cultivate their musical talents. The program culminates in grade-level concerts, where students showcase their skills. Weekly assemblies provide a space for the entire school to come together, sing, and celebrate the joy of music.
Science Lab
Exploring Science Through Hands-on Discovery
In addition to science being integrated throughout their daily academic learning, students also have the opportunity to dive deeper during Science Lab. This specialist class allows students to explore and expand on what they’re learning in their regular classrooms through exciting experiments. As with all our dedicated Specialists, the Science Lab Specialist collaborates with grade level teachers to ensure that lessons are connected, meaningful, and interdisciplinary. We emphasize that science is everywhere, helping our young scientists make real-world connections and fostering a sense of curiosity and discovery.
Spanish
Our Spanish program provides a fun, dynamic learning environment where students practice listening, speaking, and writing skills while focusing on joyful and engaging activities—no matter their fluency level. Through songs, games, and everyday conversations, children explore vocabulary, storytelling, and cultural concepts in Spanish. Whether they’re guessing mystery animals in PreK or sharing jokes and stories in Fifth Grade, our classes are designed to inspire curiosity and build confidence in language acquisition.
"他们提供了尽可能最好的环境，是学习的环境，也是成长的环境。Meridian 不仅仅是一所学校，更是一个重视好奇心、善意和联系的社区。在这里，老师们不仅知道你的名字，还知道你的长处、你的热情，以及那些让你变得更加独特的小事情。 你."
- 2018 届校友
"我们之所以向他人推荐 Meridian，是因为这里有可供玩耍、探索和学习的户外空间。基于场所的学习使我们的孩子在学校里所做的事情变得生动，点燃了他们对学习的热爱。这也让他们能够探索、观察、玩耍，并积极参与到美丽的公园和好牧人中心的管理中来。孩子们的社交和情感技能超出了我们的预期"。
- 君主家族
"我们的女儿在大流行病期间开始就读 Meridian 幼儿园，即使在最具挑战性的时期，学校的表现仍然超出了我们的期望。作为一个害羞的孩子，我们的女儿在美乐迪恩发现了自己的声音，并在社交和学业上茁壮成长。作为一个有色人种家庭，我们非常欣赏学校对公平和包容的持续承诺"。
- 君主家族
"我的两个孩子都在子午线学校度过了一段难忘的时光。老师们的敬业精神、课程中的全球公民精神、对关爱他人和社会正义的高度重视、对艺术和 STEM 的关注，以及在课堂上进行分层学习的能力，都给我们留下了深刻的印象，因此我们的孩子（在 SPS 考入 HCC 项目）在校期间就能接受特殊项目、拓展作业和小组讨论的挑战。“
- 君主家族
"学校坐落在子午线公园内，孩子们在这里可以享受到令人赞叹的绿色空间、社区花园、操场、传统苹果园以及附近的伍德兰公园动物园和绿湖。教师们经常通过科学学习、徒步实地考察和服务项目等方式将户外活动融入课程，从而提高了学生们的学术学习能力"。
- 当前的子午线家庭
"我们喜欢 Meridian！我真的觉得他们了解每个孩子！由于是小班授课，每个孩子都能在支持性的学习环境中得到他们所需要的。我的孩子在公立学校学习成绩不好，但 Meridian 找到了让我的孩子接触和参与的方法，现在他们成了明星学生！我会向所有人推荐这所学校！“
- 君主家族
"Meridian 是一个永远支持你的社区。你可以做一些有趣的项目，比如Capstones和通宵活动。我真的很感激能有 Meridian 作为我的学校，我很舍不得离开它。这真是苦乐参半，因为我和我的年级就要毕业了，我会想念默里迪恩的。五年级为我进入初中做好了充分的准备。感谢子午线！"
- 毕业典礼上的 Meridian 校友
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