Decatur School District 61

Eureka College was founded by abolitionists from Kentucky who were members of a religious movement known as the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and were committed to providing young people a broad, liberal education. These pioneers believed in an education infused with values as a basis for leadership. Chartered by the Illinois Legislature in 1855, Eureka was the first college in the state and third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. Eureka College was designated by the National Park Service as a Campus Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places in June 2010.

Meridian High School is a part of Meridian Community Unit School District 15, which governs various primary, middle, intermediate and high schools. Located in Macon, Ill., Meridian High School offers a range of academic and extracurricular options to more than 330 students in grades 9 through 12. Its syllabus includes English, mathematics, natural science, social studies, and health and physical education. The school also offers various sports programs, including basketball, baseball, football, soccer, golf, cheerleading, volleyball, softball, and track and field. It supports the National Honor Society, as well as operates a student council, band, chorus and drama club. The school operates guidance and special education departments, as well as maintains a library and cafeteria.