This year, Zitzman Elementary participated in the Traveling Mural Project in an effort to connect with other school communities around the world. Each student (and even a few teachers!) designed a circle to be included on our school-wide mural. We then kept one section of the mural and distributed the others to participating schools from New York all the way to South Korea. We are extremely grateful to be able to join in on this culturally enriching program. #MVNation #GrowingTogether
New scholarship opportunities have been added to PHS Counseling's Scholarships page. Students, it's never too early to apply for a few. Freshman families can even begin through the MyMO Scholarship Promise Program! Find more info at bit.ly/mvr3scholar #MVNation
The MVR-III Bridge Foundation is hosting the Shamwalk & Run 5K on March 8th. All proceeds support our back to school bash for MVR-III students. Register by February 14 to receive a free long-sleeved T-shirt. Get a team together of your friends, family, and/or co-workers to come out and support this event for our students! #MVNation
Nominations for the 2nd annual class of the Pacific High School Hall of Fame are open until March 1. For information on nominating exceptional alumni who have made lasting contributions to the district, please visit our website at bit.ly/PHSHOF. Who will you nominate to join our initial HOF class, #MVNation?
Bundle up for MVR-III Purple Friday! Need gear? Check out bit.ly/MVR3CMNTY for merch options. #MVNation
MVR-III Families - Have a child turning 5 before Aug. 1? Kindergarten Registration will be opening soon. Keep an eye out here for updates, and visit bit.ly/MVR3REG for more info. #MVNation
MVR-III Families - Secondary Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held this week, Jan. 21-24. Contact your school & schedule some time to take a closer look at your student’s learning! #MVNation
"We must remember that intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
There is no school today in observance of MLK Jr. Day. Have a safe and enjoyable extended weekend, #MVNation!
FAFSA Frenzy this Thursday, January 23, from 5-7 PM in the PHS Library. This is a great resource if you are still needing help to fill out this crucial document for applying to a college or university. If you have any questions about how to help your student transition to life after high school, please reach out and contact Ms. Ingersoll by email at ningersoll@mvr3.k12.mo.us or by phone at 636-271-1414 ext. 2102.
Pianos for a Purpose, benefitting the Tri-County Senior Center, takes place next Saturday, Jan. 25. Visit PacificChamber.com/Events for more info and to purchase tickets.
Help us make a difference in the lives of our over 3,000 Pre-K through 12th grade students. Jobs available now and for next school year. Start the process of finding your home in #MVNation today! Questions? Visit bit.ly/JOINMVR3 for more info, email a member or our HR Department, or call our Central Office at 636-271-1400. #GrowingTogether
Pacific Scenic Regional Library is hosting several free Girl Scouts events. The Snow Science Winter STEM activity is 6:30 PM this evening, Friday, Jan. 17, followed by Galentine's Day on Feb. 12 and Robot Building Fun on Mar. 13. Contact bthurmond@girlscoutsem.org for info.
With Kindergarten registration opening soon, now is a great time to take a look at what some of our current KDG students are experiencing. Mrs. O’Halloran and Ms. Jones’ classes had a farm day to celebrate the end of their unit. Activities included a scavenger hunt, farmers' market, sensory bins, & more. Our Kindergarten "farmers" harvested carrots to make consonant-vowel-consonant words, matched numbers to farm animals, & sorted upper & lowercase letters. #MVNation #GrowingTogether
Keeping MVR-III families & community informed and connected is a top priority. The family experience is about to become even better with the latest update to our district app, which includes easier navigation, centralized family messages, filters, and more. Visit bit.ly/mvr3rooms for details. #MVNation #GrowingTogether
Has your employment status recently changed? Consider completing the Meal Benefits Application in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. You could also qualify for additional resources - look for an exciting announcement tomorrow! #MVNation #GrowingTogether
Meramec Valley R-III School District classes resume tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 13. After our extended break, we are excited to continue #GrowingTogether in 2025!
Please dress warm and allow extra time for your commute. If your bus stop is blocked by snow, please select a safe and visible spot to wait for the bus. #MVNation
Pacific Intermediate JAG Club donated 25 gift bags to residents of the Pacific Care Center this holiday season. During their monthly club day, the 6th Grade JAG Club and 5th Grade Choir sang & visited with residents. Special shout out to First Lady Teresa Parson for the helpful grant to assist our students in their community service! #MVNation #GrowingTogether
Inclement Weather Day #7 : Classes are canceled for Friday, January 10, due to unsafe road and parking lot conditions in parts of the District. Stay safe and warm!
SNOW DAY! All schools in the MVR-III School District will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to challenging road conditions. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
While we know many of you are eager for routines to resume, here are a few ideas to keep the day both fun and meaningful:
Cozy up with a favorite book.
Start the January Kindness Challenge by doing something thoughtful for someone else.
Help out an elderly neighbor who might need a hand.
Play a board game together to spark some friendly competition and laughter.
We hope you stay safe, warm, and enjoy the day. Take care, MVNation!
Shoutout to Our Amazing Custodians and Maintenance Teams!
A huge THANK YOU to the dedicated crews working tirelessly to clear our district's parking lots and sidewalks. We appreciate your efforts, and we couldn't do it without you! #DifferenceMakers #MVNation
