Reminder: Free summer meals start Monday! 🤗
All community children ages 18 and under, as well as students attending summer school and SACC, are welcome to enjoy breakfast and lunch at no cost. Meals must be eaten on-site.
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, Zitzman Elementary, and Pacific High School will serve meals Monday through Friday from June 1 through August 7. (These locations will be closed June 19 and July 1-3).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am at Pacific High School
➡️ Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:30am at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm at Pacific High School
➡️ Lunch: 12:00 to 12:30pm at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend Middle School will serve meals Monday through Friday, June 1-30. (These locations will be closed June 19).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm
We look forward to seeing our students and community members starting tomorrow! ☀️
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All community children ages 18 and under, as well as students attending summer school and SACC, are welcome to enjoy breakfast and lunch at no cost. Meals must be eaten on-site.
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, Zitzman Elementary, and Pacific High School will serve meals Monday through Friday from June 1 through August 7. (These locations will be closed June 19 and July 1-3).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am at Pacific High School
➡️ Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:30am at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm at Pacific High School
➡️ Lunch: 12:00 to 12:30pm at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend Middle School will serve meals Monday through Friday, June 1-30. (These locations will be closed June 19).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm
We look forward to seeing our students and community members starting tomorrow! ☀️
#MVNation

Free summer meals will be available for all community children ages 18 and under, as well as students attending summer school and SACC! 🍎
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, Zitzman Elementary, and Pacific High School will serve meals Monday through Friday from June 1 through August 7. (These locations will be closed June 19 and July 1-3).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am at Pacific High School
➡️ Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:30am at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm at Pacific High School
➡️ Lunch: 12:00 to 12:30pm at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend Middle School will serve meals Monday through Friday, June 1-30. (These locations will be closed June 19).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm
Meals must be eaten on site. We look forward to supporting our students and community this summer! ☀️
#MVNation
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, Zitzman Elementary, and Pacific High School will serve meals Monday through Friday from June 1 through August 7. (These locations will be closed June 19 and July 1-3).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am at Pacific High School
➡️ Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:30am at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm at Pacific High School
➡️ Lunch: 12:00 to 12:30pm at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary
Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend Middle School will serve meals Monday through Friday, June 1-30. (These locations will be closed June 19).
➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm
Meals must be eaten on site. We look forward to supporting our students and community this summer! ☀️
#MVNation

The pathway to kindergarten begins with registration, which is now open for families! 🎉
✅ Full-day learning experience
✅ Tuition-free program
✅ Must be five years old before August 1 to enroll
Register online today at bit.ly/MVR3REG.
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✅ Full-day learning experience
✅ Tuition-free program
✅ Must be five years old before August 1 to enroll
Register online today at bit.ly/MVR3REG.
#MVNation

Families are invited to begin the kindergarten registration process for the 2026-27 school year! 🚀
This full-day, tuition-free opportunity helps children build foundational skills as they begin their school journey.
Children must be five years old before August 1 to enroll.
More information and registration steps are available at https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251.
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This full-day, tuition-free opportunity helps children build foundational skills as they begin their school journey.
Children must be five years old before August 1 to enroll.
More information and registration steps are available at https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251.
#MVNation

We look forward to welcoming our newest kindergarten students for the 2026-27 school year! 🤗
Families can now complete registration for our full-day, tuition-free kindergarten program, which supports early learning in a caring school environment.
If your child turns five before August 1, they are eligible to enroll.
Get started at https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251
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Families can now complete registration for our full-day, tuition-free kindergarten program, which supports early learning in a caring school environment.
If your child turns five before August 1, they are eligible to enroll.
Get started at https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251
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At Zitzman Elementary, there’s truly a million reasons to celebrate! 🎉
Zitzman Elementary has reached an incredible milestone, surpassing one million minutes of reading and building a culture of learning, connection, and generosity along the way.
From goal setting and teamwork to giving back through a meaningful service project, students showed that reading can make a lasting impact both inside and outside the classroom.
Learn more on the district website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2860463
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Zitzman Elementary has reached an incredible milestone, surpassing one million minutes of reading and building a culture of learning, connection, and generosity along the way.
From goal setting and teamwork to giving back through a meaningful service project, students showed that reading can make a lasting impact both inside and outside the classroom.
Learn more on the district website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2860463
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Zitzman Elementary music teacher Allison Franzen has been selected to participate in a special musical opportunity with musicians from the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra! 🎶
On Friday, April 24, 2026, Franzen will take part in Extra Credit On Stage at Powell, a special program that rehearses and performs St. Louis Symphony Orchestra musicians under the direction of Conductor Samuel Hollister. The event will be held at Powell Hall, home of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
The concert is free and open to the public, and community members are invited to attend and show their support. Tickets are available on the SLSO website: https://slso.org/.
We hope many students, parents, teachers, and administrators from the MVR-III School District will join us at Powell Hall to applaud Allison’s performance! 🌟
On Friday, April 24, 2026, Franzen will take part in Extra Credit On Stage at Powell, a special program that rehearses and performs St. Louis Symphony Orchestra musicians under the direction of Conductor Samuel Hollister. The event will be held at Powell Hall, home of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
The concert is free and open to the public, and community members are invited to attend and show their support. Tickets are available on the SLSO website: https://slso.org/.
We hope many students, parents, teachers, and administrators from the MVR-III School District will join us at Powell Hall to applaud Allison’s performance! 🌟

Thank you to all voters who participated in the April 7 election and took the time to consider Prop S.
On Tuesday, the unofficial results for Prop S, the proposed no tax rate change bond issue for the Meramec Valley R-III School District, showed 56.5% voter approval, falling short of the 57.14% required for passage by 22 votes.
This outcome means we will not be moving forward at this time with plans to construct a new middle school or address the identified facility needs across our schools, including important safety and security upgrades.
The Board of Education and administration remain committed to exploring options to address the district’s facility needs. We will continue engaging with community members and staff as we determine next steps and evaluate future solutions.
We appreciate your continued support of our students, staff, and schools.
On Tuesday, the unofficial results for Prop S, the proposed no tax rate change bond issue for the Meramec Valley R-III School District, showed 56.5% voter approval, falling short of the 57.14% required for passage by 22 votes.
This outcome means we will not be moving forward at this time with plans to construct a new middle school or address the identified facility needs across our schools, including important safety and security upgrades.
The Board of Education and administration remain committed to exploring options to address the district’s facility needs. We will continue engaging with community members and staff as we determine next steps and evaluate future solutions.
We appreciate your continued support of our students, staff, and schools.

Our Chief Weekly for the week of April 6–10 is ready! Click here to view: https://app.smore.com/n/f9a3j
Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up:
Monday: No school (Staff Professional Development)
Tuesday: Election Day + 4th Grade PI Tour (Part 1)
Wednesday: 4th Grade PI Tour (Part 2)
Thursday: 1st Grade Musical at 6:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
Don’t miss:
Our Snack & Shop event at the Spring Book Fair (April 15, 4:00–5:30pm)
Opportunities to volunteer or set up an eWallet for your child
Celebrations of student success (attendance + Chief Cheers!)
Yearbook sales now open
A special opportunity to support Mrs. Franzen at her SLSO performance
Important information about the April 7 vote (Proposition S)
There’s a lot of great things happening at Zitzman, and we’re so grateful to partner with you in it all.
As always, thank you for your support of our kids and our school!
Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up:
Monday: No school (Staff Professional Development)
Tuesday: Election Day + 4th Grade PI Tour (Part 1)
Wednesday: 4th Grade PI Tour (Part 2)
Thursday: 1st Grade Musical at 6:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
Don’t miss:
Our Snack & Shop event at the Spring Book Fair (April 15, 4:00–5:30pm)
Opportunities to volunteer or set up an eWallet for your child
Celebrations of student success (attendance + Chief Cheers!)
Yearbook sales now open
A special opportunity to support Mrs. Franzen at her SLSO performance
Important information about the April 7 vote (Proposition S)
There’s a lot of great things happening at Zitzman, and we’re so grateful to partner with you in it all.
As always, thank you for your support of our kids and our school!

For a guaranteed spot in the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, you must sign up by tomorrow! 🚨
Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. 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: bit.ly/mvr3summer
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Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. 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: bit.ly/mvr3summer
#MVNation

Quick reminder! 💜 Our Zitzman PTO Trivia Night is this Saturday (March 28)! Grab your table here: https://givebutter.com/c/1DmMlJ
All funds go toward a permanent sound system for our gym—helping make assemblies & celebrations even better!
All funds go toward a permanent sound system for our gym—helping make assemblies & celebrations even better!
There are only 6 days left before the enrollment window closes... Enroll today for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, a 4-week summer learning experience! 🤗
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:
🌟 Coleman Elementary
🌟 Nike Elementary
🌟 Zitzman Elementary
🌟 Pacific Intermediate
🌟 Riverbend Middle School
Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’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: bit.ly/mvr3summer
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:
🌟 Coleman Elementary
🌟 Nike Elementary
🌟 Zitzman Elementary
🌟 Pacific Intermediate
🌟 Riverbend Middle School
Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’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: bit.ly/mvr3summer

Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school TOMORROW from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about. 💜
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation

Zitzman Elementary recently welcomed School Board members who helped make Grandparents Day extra special for families. 🤗
Matt Trower and Dianna Meyer stopped by to lend a hand and spend time with students and their grandparents. 💜
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Matt Trower and Dianna Meyer stopped by to lend a hand and spend time with students and their grandparents. 💜
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Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school THIS Thursday, March 26, from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about. 🚀
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation

Don't forget to enroll for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, a 4-week summer learning experience! ☀️
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:
👉 Coleman Elementary
👉 Nike Elementary
👉 Zitzman Elementary
👉 Pacific Intermediate
👉 Riverbend Middle School
Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’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
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:
👉 Coleman Elementary
👉 Nike Elementary
👉 Zitzman Elementary
👉 Pacific Intermediate
👉 Riverbend Middle School
Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’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

Zitzman PTO Dine to Donate is TODAY! 🍕
Grab lunch or dinner at Guffey’s Pizza and support our school!
Funds will go toward Field Day fun, Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week, and a new gym sound system.
Order here for pickup or delivery:
https://www.guffeyspizza.com/
Open 11am–8pm — thank you for supporting Zitzman! 💜

Students from across the district showcased their spelling skills during the MVR-III 4th grade District Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and preparation!
⭐️ Arlo Stricker, Nike Elementary: 1st place
⭐️ William Harmon, Zitzman Elementary: 2nd place
⭐️ Luna Field, Zitzman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
⭐️ Easton Griffith, Zitzman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
⭐️ Jayla Rodgers, Coleman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
⭐️ Joseph Hill, Coleman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
Arlo will represent the district at the ECC Regional Spelling Bee on April 25. We wish him the best of luck as he advances to the next level! 🐝
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⭐️ Arlo Stricker, Nike Elementary: 1st place
⭐️ William Harmon, Zitzman Elementary: 2nd place
⭐️ Luna Field, Zitzman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
⭐️ Easton Griffith, Zitzman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
⭐️ Jayla Rodgers, Coleman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
⭐️ Joseph Hill, Coleman Elementary: 3rd place (tie)
Arlo will represent the district at the ECC Regional Spelling Bee on April 25. We wish him the best of luck as he advances to the next level! 🐝
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Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school on Thursday, March 26, from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about. 🌟
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation

Kindergarten Round-Up 2026 is just around the corner! We are excited to welcome our newest learners and their families. 🖍️
Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school on Thursday, March 26, from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about.
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation
Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school on Thursday, March 26, from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about.
Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives
For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!
#MVNation

