Families, please note:

โœ… Friday, February 20, is the end of 2nd Trimester. This will be a half day for students.

โœ… There will be no school Monday, February 23, for a staff professional development day.

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
MVR-III Reminder: End of 2nd Trimester Half-Day Friday, February 20. No School Monday, February 23.
Students at Dorris Hoffman Early Learning Center showed their Valentineโ€™s Day spirit with a special reminder: โ€œOur Class is Sweet.โ€ ๐Ÿ’“

They are making sweet memories while learning and growing together!

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Class photo next to "Our Class is Sweet" Poster.
Class photo next to teacher wearing Valentines Day colors, pink and red.
Class photo next to "Our Class is Sweet" Poster.
The Board of Education has approved updates to the 2026-27 school calendar! ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ

Stay informed and review the updated calendar on our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
2026-2027 Academic Calendar.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! ๐ŸŽ“

Today, we recognize Nevaeh Palmer and Quinn Jones, and an accomplishment theyโ€™re most proud of. ๐Ÿ™Œ

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlights Nevaeh Palmer and Quinn Jones.
The Board of Education has approved an exciting expansion of Career and Technical Education opportunities at Pacific High School! ๐ŸŽ‰

Starting in the 2026-27 school year, a new partnership with St. Louis Community College at the Wildwood campus will allow 11th and 12th grade students to participate in a half-day, dual-enrollment CTE Academy, helping them earn industry-recognized credentials and college degrees while still in high school.

Students will be able to explore multiple pathways, including:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Advanced Manufacturing
๐Ÿ‘‰ Cybersecurity
๐Ÿ‘‰ Geospatial and Drone Piloting
๐Ÿ‘‰ Health Science
๐Ÿ‘‰ Software Development

To learn more about the new CTE opportunities at PHS, visit https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2713959

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Board of Education approves Career and Technical Education Opportunites.

Students in Mrs. Cowsertโ€™s Bake Shop class at Pacific High School recently wrapped up their cake unit by putting their skills to the test! ๐ŸŽ‚

Each student was paired with a PHS staff member, who placed a custom cake order. After meeting to discuss flavor, design, and decoration preferences, students baked, leveled, stacked, and decorated their cakes tailored to each request!

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
High school students holding a brown decorated cake with staff member.
High school students holding a pink decorated cake with staff member.
High school students holding a purple decorated cake with staff member.
High school students holding a happy birthday decorated cake with staff member.
High school students holding a hello kitty decorated cake with staff member.
High school students holding a purple decorated cake with staff member.
Attendance plays a critical role in student success! ๐Ÿ™Œ

Research shows that in 8th grade, chronically absent students score an average of 18 points lower on national tests than students who showed good attendance. Those missed days add up, creating gaps that can be difficult to close over time.

Families, schools, and students all play a role in supporting good attendance. When students are present and engaged each day, they are better prepared to learn, grow, and reach their full potential!

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Attendance matters facts.
Members of Pacific Intermediateโ€™s Crystal Club were rocking their geology exploration as they carefully used tools to crack open ordinary-looking geodes and reveal sparkling crystals inside. ๐Ÿ’Žโœจ

Students discovered that you cannot always judge a geode by its cover, as some were filled with clear quartz while others revealed beautiful smoky layers. It was a smashing success as students explored geology firsthand and uncovered the hidden treasures beneath their feet!

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Student holding a cut open geode.
Coleman Elementary celebrated its 2nd annual Kindness Rocks project with creativity and heart. Students read the book โ€œKindness Rocks,โ€ painted their own rocks, and thoughtfully chose kind words and messages to share with others. ๐ŸŽจ

The refreshed rock garden is now filled with new love and positivity!

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Elementary students group photo in front of Kindness Rock garden.
Students painted rocks with inspirational sayings on them.
Elementary students working on painting rocks.
Elementary students working on painting rocks.
An outbreak has struck Montgomery Hills, and Riverbend Middle Schoolโ€™s medical detectives class is on the case! ๐Ÿงช

Students put their expert science skills to work to analyze evidence, identify the source, and determine a solution. Through critical thinking and collaboration, they uncovered the toxin and saved the day! ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Middle school students working on a science project.
Middle school students working on a science project.
Middle school students working on a science project.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! ๐ŸŽ“

Today, we recognize Logan Sontheimer and Isiah Perkins, and their plans after graduation. ๐Ÿš€

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior Spotlights Logan Sontheimer and Isiah Perkins.
REMINDER: There will be no school for MVR-III students tomorrow, Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents Day. We will see you again on Tuesday!

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Reminder: No School Monday, February 16.
Pacific High School DECA students represented our community during Missouri DECA Legislation Day at the State Capitol! ๐Ÿ‘

During their visit, students met directly with state representatives to share the importance of DECA as a Career and Technical Student Organization and to help ensure legislators are informed about the program and the Perkins Funds that support it.

This annual opportunity helps students build confidence, advocacy skills, and a deeper understanding of civic engagement. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
DECA students speaking with representatives at the Missouri State Capitol.
DECA students group photo at the Missouri State Capitol.
DECA students group photo at the Missouri State Capitol.
DECA students speaking with representatives at the Missouri State Capitol.
On National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day, we want to give a well-deserved shout-out to Officer Gary Watson. ๐Ÿค

The positivity you bring to #MVNation makes an amazing impact. We are truly grateful for everything you do for our students!
7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day with Gary Watson headshot.
Enrollment is now open for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, a 4-week summer learning experience. โ˜€๏ธ

Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. Incoming K-8 students are invited to join a fun-filled month of STEM-based games, exciting field trips, engaging activities, and plenty of fun!

Summer Discovery sites include:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Coleman Elementary
๐Ÿ‘‰ Nike Elementary
๐Ÿ‘‰ Zitzman Elementary
๐Ÿ‘‰ Pacific Intermediate
๐Ÿ‘‰ Riverbend Middle School

Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your studentโ€™s spot! Enrollments received after March 31 will be placed on a waiting list.

To learn more about the Summer Discovery Program and complete enrollment, visit our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/summer-discovery

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Summer Discovery announcement with students playing outside.
Preschool students at Coleman Elementary made the most of the fresh snowfall before it had a chance to melt!

During recess, students headed outside with shovels and buckets to scoop, build, and explore together. โ„๏ธ

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Student shoveling snow into a blue bucket.
Students shoveling snow into buckets.
Students shoveling snow into buckets.
Our Pacific Intermediate Student Ambassadors, alongside club leaders Ms. Speicher and Ms. Stumborg, wanted to do something special to help spread love throughout our school community. ๐Ÿ’•

They created a โ€œSpread Loveโ€ bulletin board, on which students wrote postcards sharing simple, meaningful ways to show kindness and care for others. From small acts of encouragement to thoughtful gestures, the board quickly filled with reminders of how each of us can make a difference.

This display is a beautiful reflection of what it means to be positive, supportive members of our school community every single day. ๐Ÿ’Œ

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Students standing next to "Spread Love!" wall art.
"Ways to spread love," student note.
"Ways to spread love," student note.
"Ways to spread love," student note.
From preparing students for career readiness to guiding them through challenges and celebrating their successes, our school counselors are true champions of student growth and wellbeing. Join us in thanking them for all they do! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿค

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Group of school counselors doing live working session.
The February 2026 edition of the Tomahawk Tribune, the official district newsletter of the Meramec Valley R-III School District, is now available! ๐ŸŒŸ

This monthly newsletter highlights district news, student and staff achievements, and upcoming events across our schools.

Check it out: bit.ly/mvr3news

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7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Tomahawk Tribune February 2026 Edition
Happy Valentine's Day, #MVNation! We hope you take a moment today to appreciate the special people around you. ๐Ÿ’–
7 months ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Happy Valentines Day with pink and red hearts.