Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Child's Foundation for Academic Excellence
Hillander School has been dedicated to providing a rigorous college preparatory education since its founding in 1968. Our mission focuses on building strong foundational skills in language, mathematics, and science while nurturing individual creativity and confidence through arts and structured academic projects. With a faculty recognized as the most experienced in Midland, Texas, we emphasize personalized learning to help each student achieve their highest potential.Our graduates consistently excel in public and private schools, with many earning academic scholarships to top universities. The school's commitment to academic excellence is reflected in its alumni network, where former students maintain lifelong connections and professional success. Through decades of proven educational methods, Hillander remains a trusted institution for families seeking long-term academic preparation.
Services
Elementary Education
College Prep Programs
Arts Integration
Science Curriculum
Homework Structuring
Creativity Development
Confidence Building
Admissions Consulting
Alumni Networking
Parent Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We provide structured college preparatory education since 1968
- Our faculty includes Midland's most experienced elementary educators
- Proven curriculum develops time management and study skills
- Alumni consistently achieve academic success through high school and college
- Personalized approach treats each child as an individual learner
What people say
Solid foundation
Excel in education
Confidence building
Academic scholarships
Lifelong connections
Services
Elementary Education
Hillander School provides comprehensive elementary education for students aged three through sixth grade. Our curriculum emphasizes core academic skills in language arts, mathematics, and science while integrating creative arts and structured learning projects. With small class sizes and experienced educators, we ensure personalized attention that prepares students for advanced academic environments.
College Prep Programs
Our college preparatory programs begin at the elementary level, building essential study skills and academic discipline. Through structured homework assignments and project-based learning, students develop time management and critical thinking abilities. This early preparation creates a proven pathway for success in honors programs, private schools, and university admissions.
Arts Integration
Hillander incorporates arts into daily education through music productions, poetry recitations, and visual arts projects. This approach enhances self-expression while reinforcing academic concepts. Students gain confidence through public performances and creative problem-solving activities that complement core curriculum requirements.
People
Buffy Meador
Principal
Buffy Meador, M.Ed, leads Hillander School with over 25 years of educational leadership experience in Midland. She maintains the school's rigorous academic standards while fostering individual student development through personalized learning approaches.
Sherri Merket
Secretary
Sherri Merket manages school operations with extensive administrative experience in Midland's educational institutions. She serves as the primary contact for parent communications and enrollment procedures at Hillander School.
Questions
What grade levels does Hillander School serve?
Hillander School enrolls students from age three through sixth grade, providing comprehensive elementary education.
How does Hillander prepare students for future academic success?
Our rigorous curriculum develops core academic skills, time management, and critical thinking through structured assignments and project-based learning.
What sets Hillander's teaching approach apart?
We combine experienced faculty with personalized learning plans, treating each child as an individual while maintaining high academic standards.
How can families apply for enrollment?
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year begin August 4, 2025, through our online waiting list form.
What do alumni say about Hillander's impact?
Graduates consistently report academic advantages in public schools and universities, with many earning college scholarships.
