What is the Meramec Valley R-III School District asking of the voters on April 6, 2010?
The Board of Education of the Meramec Valley R-III School District is asking district patrons to approve Proposition M on the Tuesday, April 6th ballot. Proposition M is a $15.31 million no-tax rate increase bond issue for the purpose of maintaining, improving, and renovating school sites in our district.
Why is additional funding needed for our schools?
The District's long-term plan for facilities requires the use of capital improvement funds that will be made available through the passage of Proposition M. Capital funds are limited due to the fact that 95% of operational budget expenditures are committed to personnel, purchased services (i.e., utilities), and supplies.
How will the funding be used by our district?
The funds generated by passage of Proposition M can only be used for capital expenditures such as major maintenance, repair, renovation, large equipment purchases, and technology. Necessary repairs and facility improvements, as well as updates to technology, cannot be adequately addressed through the operations budget. ALL school sites will benefit from the passage of Proposition M.
Can the District use bond issue proceeds for regular operating expenses?
NO, bond issue money cannot be used for operating expenses such as salaries and benefits, utilities, or supplies.
Will the passage of Proposition M change my taxes?
The bond issue will not increase the current debt service rate of 69 cents per 100 dollars of assessed valuation. The District's current debt service levy will be extended for an additional four (4) years and provide 15.31 million dollars for district capital expenditures. The levy WILL BE EXTENDED but is not expected to be increased based upon reasonably conservative projections for future growth in assessed valuation and the low interest rates currently available in the bond market. The debt service levy rate has been maintained at 69 cents since 1993-1994 school year.
What percentage of vote is required?
A 4/7 majority (57.2%) is required for Proposition M passage.
When is the election?
The election will be held April 6, 2010. Polling locations are open from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Who can vote?
Any MVR-III School District resident who is registered may vote on April 6th. Anyone who needs to register may do so on or before Wednesday, March 10, 2010. A voter registration application is available at the link listed below or from any district building office. If you will be out of town on April 6th or cannot travel to the polls, you may request an absentee ballot be mailed to you prior to the election.
Where do I vote?
Approximately two weeks prior to the election, registered voters will receive a post card from their voter registration office listing the appropriate polling place. If you do not receive a card, contact your voter registration office.
Missouri Voter Registration Application
(Click the link above)
THE LAST DATE TO SIGN UP TO VOTE FOR THE APRIL ELECTION IS MARCH 10, 2009
If you have additional questions, call the MVR-III Central Office at 271-1400.
East Central District Honor Choir
These PHS Choir students were selected out of 400 students from 28 schools to participate in the East Central District Honor Choir. They performed in Farmington on Saturday, November 21. Pictured are:
Tyler O, Thomas G, Mike H, Stephanie L, Shannon L, Anna C, Jeremy B and Kris S.
All District Band
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These Riverbend 8th grade students were nominated and selected to the All-District Jr. High/Middle School Band. They also participated in the concert held at Seckman High School on November 7, 2009.
Thanks, 8th graders, for all of your hard work!
Trisha B, Tiffany M, Abbie B, and Kelsey H
Megan W, Kira G, and Ethan M
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These students auditioned for and were selected to the Missouri East Central District #7 All-District Band or All-District Jazz Band. This Missouri District #7 is made up of 20 high schools which span from Sullivan to Ste. Genevieve. The All-District Band performed on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at Seckman High School. The All-District Jazz Band will perform on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Jefferson College in Hillsboro. All of these students are now eligible to audition for the Missouri All-State Band and Jazz Band. We are very proud of our talented musicians
at PHS!
Tory R, Jazz; Ben V, Band; Michael P, Band
Larissa B, Band; Logan R, Jazz; Young J, Band; Nate
L, Band
Mary L, Band; Julie D, Band
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. Robertsville Elementary Teachers Receive Wal-Mart's
"Teachers Rewards"
Wal-mart presenters: Debbie Schreider - Training Coordinator and Rob Fryman - Store Manager. Teachers present were:R. Winchell, C.Shoemaker, F. McCullough T. Price (PTO Vice-President), B.Bolte, M. Parker, M. Moore, S. Alcorn, H. Margherita, C. Kahn, D. Munson, R.Schneebeli
Not Pictured: G. Hrdlicka, A. Klump, C. Johnson
To help offset rising expenses for classroom supplies, Walmart and Sam's Club launched Teacher Rewards, a new program to provide more than $4 million to 40,000 deserving teachers. This is a national program that provides funds to help teachers purchase needed classroom supplies.
Eureka Wal-mart and Sam's Club selected Robertsville Elementary from all schools in the Rockwood and Meramec Valley School Districts as the recipient of the Teacher Rewards (School of the Year) Program and recognized Robertsville's nurturing educators that inspire and challenge students. Wal-mart randomly selected 10 Robertsville educators and awarded each of them a $100 gift card. In addition, Robertsville's PTO also sponsored 4 more of Robertsville Educators, bringing the total to 14 recognitions.
Flu Information Letter Sent to Parents October 1st
(Click here to read the letter)
MVR-III Employees and 403B Plan Information
For more information on the 403B Plan click on the arrow. 
