Principal’s Update

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May 01, 2026

Dear MHS Community,

As we enter the month of May, we are excited to continue providing high-quality teaching and the many outstanding learning opportunities available at Mead High School. It’s a busy and exciting time of year! Please read on for important updates and upcoming events.

Performing Arts
This week, our MHS Band delivered an incredible final concert. Students showcased a wide range of talent, and several were recognized for their contributions to the program. A highlight of the evening was the Symphonic Band closing with the first piece our current seniors performed as freshmen. Shout out to Mrs. Judy and Mr. Matchey for their leadership and for highlighting the talent within our music program.

Don’t miss our final concerts of the year:

  • Orchestra: May 5th
  • Choir: May 6th

Athletics
It’s another busy and exciting stretch for Maverick athletics. Upcoming events include:

  • Friday, May 1st
    • Baseball (JV/V) vs. Timnath – Senior Night
    • Girls Soccer vs. Niwot – Senior Night
  • Saturday, May 2nd
    • Track & Field League Championships @ Mead High School
    • Varsity Baseball @ Fairview – 11:00 a.m.
  • Monday, May 4th
    • C/JV Baseball vs. Fairview – 4:00 p.m.
    • Girls Golf @ Coal Creek
    • Senior Signing Day (for next-level athletes) – 6:30 p.m. in the gym
  • Tuesday, May 5th
    • Girls Lacrosse 1st Round Playoffs – TBD
    • Varsity Baseball vs. Erie (Home); JV/C @ Erie
  • Wednesday, May 6th
    • Girls Soccer 1st Round Playoffs – TBD
  • Thursday, May 7th
    • Varsity Baseball @ Broomfield; JV/C vs. Broomfield (Home)
  • Friday, May 8th
    • Track & Field @ St. Vrain Invite (Longmont High School)

Good luck to all of our teams as they head into league competition and postseason play.

Class of 2026
We are quickly approaching graduation and are excited to celebrate the Mead High School Class of 2026. These final weeks are an important time for our seniors. Our staff is committed to making this stretch meaningful and memorable.

Please make note of these important upcoming dates:

  • May 11th: Senior Checkout (fees, Naviance, iPad turn-in)
  • May 14th: Last Academic Day for Seniors
  • May 20th: Graduation Practice/Grad Walk
  • May 23rd: Graduation Ceremony (9:00 a.m.)

Looking Ahead

  • Late Start: Wednesday, May 6th (school begins at 10:15 a.m.)
  • Final Exams for freshman, sophomores, juniors: May 19th-21st
  • No School: May 22nd

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Mead High School. We are proud of our students and the many ways they represent MHS each day.

#WeAreMead

Sincerely,
Dustin Cady
Principal, Mead High School

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