Congratulations to Ms. Maddie Brooks on being selected as a member of the 2026-27 Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders! ❤️💛

Following an exciting weekend of showcasing her talent and sharing her love for dance, Maddie earned the incredible opportunity to represent Chiefs Kingdom for another year!

We are thrilled to continue celebrating our former PHS and Dance Team alumni. 🎉

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about 6 hours ago, Becca Ploch
Woman in bright pink blazer dress smiles beside a red backdrop with partial gold lettering.
Coleman Elementary 1st graders in Mrs. Rodgers’ and Mrs. O’Halloran’s classes wrapped up their Language Arts lesson on “A New Nation: American Independence” with a Boston Tea Party experience. ☕️

Students created headbands showing the sequence of events and wrote sentences using the words goods, taxes, King, and Congress. They decorated tea cups while discussing “no taxation without representation,” and even used feather pens to write their own declarations.

The learning continued with a science experiment using tea bags and warm water, where students explored concepts like time, temperature, color change, and dissolve.

It was a fun and engaging way to bring history and science together for a memorable, tea-riffic experience!

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about 8 hours ago, Becca Ploch
Students wear handmade Boston Tea Party hats while writing with feather pens at classroom tables.
Teacher and students dressed in colorful outfits pose together beneath “Let’s Partea” balloons in a classroom.
All schools in the Meramec Valley R-III School District have been named 2025-26 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished Schools! 🎉

This achievement truly reflects the dedication and hard work of staff across our district.

Read more on the district website: bit.ly/mvr3news
1 day ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
PLTW Distinguished Schools with school logos.
On School Communicators Day, we celebrate the webmanagers who help keep our community informed, engaged, and connected. Their work ensures families, staff, and stakeholders stay up to date on important news and events across our schools. 📣

We appreciate the efforts that go into sharing #MVNation's story and supporting strong communication every day.
1 day ago, Becca Ploch
School Communicators Day message for May 8, 2026, featuring eight Meramec Valley R-III School District staff portraits and appreciation text.
Better together. 💜

At Coleman Elementary, acts of kindness and service happen every day in ways both big and small. Older grade teachers help younger students, younger grade teachers step in to support older students, office staff lend a hand in the cafeteria, and our principal and counselors help wherever needed, including custodial tasks.

This small moment became a big moment for a student when a 4th grade teacher sat on the floor to help tape together the work of an upset 2nd grade student. Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness make the biggest difference.

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2 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Staff member interacting with a student in the school hallway.
Become part of a team dedicated to student success and community connection! 💪

We’re seeking substitute teachers, custodian substitutes, a special education teacher, and more.

YOU can make a lasting difference for our Pre-K through 12th grade students! 💟

To start your journey with the Meramec Valley School District, visit bit.ly/JOINMVR3.

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2 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Hiring with purple text listing substitute teacher, custodian, and special education openings above classroom photo.
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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2 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
2026-27 Kindergarten Enrollment is now open with young student and purple MVR-III logo.
Seniors are invited to come together for a special evening to celebrate the end of their High School journey at Senior Sunset. 🌅

Join us Friday, May 8, at 7:30pm. Admission is $3 at the door. Citizens wishing to make a donation to cover student admission may donate to District Activities: https://mvr3.revtrak.net/donations/#/list

#MVNation #Classof2026
3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
MVR-III invites to Senior Sunset May 8, 2026, 7:30–10 PM; admission $3.
National School Nurses Day is an opportunity to recognize the incredible care and support our school nurses provide to students every day. From managing health needs to promoting student wellbeing, their impact is felt across our entire school community. 💜

We are grateful for all they do to keep our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn!

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3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
“MVR-III School Nurses Day, May 6, 2026” with nine staff headshots in a grid and “thank you” below.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Mason Link and Parker Thomas, and their plans after graduation. 👏

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3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
Riverbend Middle School students explored hands-on learning during the annual Skills Day held on Friday, May 1. 🤝

With 26 local businesses participating, students had the opportunity to experience a wide range of practical skills and potential career paths through interactive demonstrations.

Throughout the day, students stayed actively engaged as they made beeswax candles, practiced fire safety techniques, prepared pizza, and tried their hand at woodworking.

Mrs. Alt shared that the goal of Skills Day is to help students build a stronger understanding of real-life skills they can carry with them into the future. 💜

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Student sprays a fire extinguisher while a fireman assists.
Two students wearing chef hats make pizza in a school cafeteria.
Students gathered around an ambulance learning from a paramedic.
Student wearing a large yellow hat using a vacuum to clean a car trunk.
Students doing a classroom activity with large white stuffed animals ducks.
There is always an opportunity to love and learn. 🐢

During a recent recess, Coleman Elementary students discovered a turtle and observed from a safe distance without touching. As they followed along, they connected the moment to perseverance, one of our core words!

When the turtle reached the fence and needed a little help, students worked together with school counselor Ms. Wengler-Gomes to gently create space for it to pass through and return to the tree line.

These small, unplanned moments of caring for living things, learning together, and working as a team leave a lasting impact. 💚

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Five students playing outside on green grass.
During Staff Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating every MVR-III staff member who makes a difference for students, families, and our community.

From classrooms and offices to cafeterias, buses, hallways, libraries, and beyond, our schools are stronger because of their care and commitment.

Help us show appreciation by commenting below with the name of an MVR-III staff member who has made an impact on you or your family! ❤️

#MVNation #ThankATeacher #MVNationStaff
4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Thank you staff on staff appreciation week with various staff photos.
Grant Orris and Parker Thomas recently represented MVR-III at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Atlanta, Georgia!

Both students earned the DECA Certificate of Excellence, an honor awarded to competitors who achieve a combined score of 70 percent or higher on their preliminary competition components. 🏆

This recognition reflects strong performance in judge evaluations and exam results, highlighting their skills in real-world business scenarios. We are proud of their accomplishments and the way they represented our school on the international stage!

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5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two students wearing suits stand in front of a large blue "DECA" wall.
Coleman Elementary and Pacific High School DECA students collected 111 pounds of tab tops this school year to support the Ronald McDonald House. ❤️

When the tabs were delivered, the recycling center hosted a celebration to promote the Ronald McDonald House. Students and staff enjoyed balloon animals, face painting, yard games, food trucks, and more!

It was inspiring to see the impact of this ongoing effort that we were able to support.

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5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Group poses with purple mascot Grimace and children in balloon hats beneath a colorful arch at a Ronald McDonald House event.
Four girls sit on the open trunk of an SUV in a sunny parking lot, with a clear bin of collected can tabs in front.
Our team recently attended the Missouri Speech-Hearing Association conference alongside district Speech-Language Pathologists, gaining valuable insights and practical strategies to strengthen how we support our students. 💜
5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Four staff members pose for a photo in a ballroom.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Carter Zambrzuski and Aidan Stonebraker, and their plans after graduation. 🚀

#MVNation
5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
The Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2026 preschool program! 🎉

School begins Monday, August 24, 2026. Families can choose from several tuition-based options designed to fit different schedules:

✅ 5 full days: 8:15am-4:00pm for $180.00 per week

✅ 5 half-days: 8:15am-11:15am for $110.00 per week

✅ 3 full days: 8:15am-4:00pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for $108.00 per week

✅ 2 full days: 8:15am-4:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday for $72.00 per week

Breakfast is included for all students, and lunch is included for full-day programs. A $50 annual registration fee and a $100 deposit are required to secure placement.

To enroll or schedule a screening, contact Keri Bibb at 636-271-1464 or kbibb@mvr3.k12.mo.us. Fall SACC before and after care is also available.

Spots fill quickly, so families are encouraged to register soon. We look forward to welcoming our newest Little Indians!

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6 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Doris Hoffman Fall program; school starts Aug 24, 2026, with full/half-day options, prices, and contact info.
Preschoolers in Mrs. Finger’s class at Coleman Elementary recently enjoyed a hands-on day of learning thanks to a gift card from the St. Louis Dairy Council. ❤️

Students explored a variety of dairy products by tasting strawberry yogurt, different types of cheese, and several flavors of milk, even dipping graham crackers into milk!

Afterward, they put their math skills to work by graphing their favorite cheeses and counting which ones they liked and did not like. The activity also encouraged students to use their five senses while learning where dairy products come from.

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7 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two young students cheers two plastic cups at a red school table.
Young student wearing a red shirt holding a thumbs up at the camera while smiling.
Happy National School Principals Day to the leaders who help our schools thrive. 🌟

Today we recognize the incredible leadership of our school principals and the impact they make every day. Thank you for guiding our schools, supporting our students, and partnering with families to create positive learning environments.

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8 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
National School Principals Day with various staff photos and MVR-III white logo.