We are proud to share that 11% of Pacific High School students are taking advanced coursework, reflecting their hard work, curiosity, and commitment to learning! 📚

This achievement highlights the dedication of our students, staff, and families in supporting academic growth and creating opportunities for success at every level. We look forward to seeing our students continue to challenge themselves and reach new goals! 🤩

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about 4 hours ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Pacific High School eleven percent of students taking advanced coursework.
Join us for Coffee with Carrie tomorrow at 9:00am at Little Ireland. ☕

This is a great opportunity to ask questions and share your feedback on Prop S. Your voice matters, and we look forward to the conversation.
about 21 hours ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Coffee with Carrie on April 14, 2026 at Little Ireland Coffee.
Each year, students across the country submit their writing to a national contest hosted by Young Writers USA, a competitive opportunity that highlights creativity, voice, and originality.

This year, two students from Pacific High School earned that honor. Ellie Burd and Keira King, both from Ms. Pfitzer’s Creative Writing class, were selected for publication in the crime and mystery writing contest! 🎉

Thousands of entries are reviewed, and only a select number are chosen for publication. Their work demonstrates strong technical skills, imagination, dedication, and a willingness to share their perspectives.

Congratulations, Ellie and Keira! 👏

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1 day ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two students, with one arm around the other, posing for a photo in a hallway.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Adeline Riegler and Madalin Alt, and some of their favorite school memories. 💜

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1 day ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
Give hope this spring by donating blood. ❤️

Our upcoming Blood Drive will take place in the Nike Elementary gym on Wednesday, April 15, from 1:00 to 5:30pm. Each donation can make a meaningful difference.

To schedule a blood, platelet, or plasma donation through the American Red Cross, visit https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.

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2 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Give hope this spring, give blood with information on blood drive, American Red Cross logo, and a white flower.
During our Professional Development Day on April 6th, employees focused on more than lesson planning—it was a day centered on life-saving skills. Our dedicated staff participated in Stop the Bleed and CPR training to help ensure our classrooms and buildings remain as safe as possible.

We are proud of our team for their commitment to student safety and their readiness to respond in any situation. A sincere thank you goes to the trainers who supported our staff in strengthening these critical skills. 💜

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2 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Various staff members participating in an activity in a classroom at desks.
At Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, students have been exploring the world of plants! 🌱

Students decorated cups and planted grass seeds while learning all about plant life cycles and parts. They will water their cups every day and are looking forward to seeing the silly faces grow “hair!”

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3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Young student putting grass seed into a small paper cup.
At Coleman Elementary, Mrs. Peirick’s class had a fun and educational experience hatching Peeps! 🐣

Students not only explored science, but also practiced our school’s four core values: respect, responsibility, empathy, and perseverance.

Each student cared for an egg for a week. When it hatched, they received a birth certificate from the Easter Bunny and completed a baby book to document their new “chick!”

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3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Young student showing a drawing on a piece of paper labeled "Peep's first moments."
Young student showing a colorful piece of paper and a cup filled with green paper at a classroom desk.
Young student putting green shredded paper into a small plastic cup.
Young student showing a drawing on a piece of paper labeled "Peep's first moments."
Young student showing a colorful piece of paper at a classroom desk.
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! 🌟
3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
MVR-III logo with staff member portrait, Allison Franzen, to perform at Powell Hall information.
Riverbend Middle School welcomed Pacific Mayor Heather Filley to speak with Exploring Community Service students! 🙌

She shared insights about her role as mayor and guided students through real-life scenarios that city leaders face, giving them a firsthand look at local government in action.

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Adult in a white button up standing before a classroom of students giving a presentation.
Adult in a white button up standing before a classroom of students giving a presentation.
During National Volunteer Appreciation Month, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the individuals who generously give their time to support our students and schools.

Your dedication and care make a lasting impact on #MVNation. We’re so grateful to have you as part of our school community! 🙏
4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
April is volunteer appreciation month with MVR-III logo and various student photos.
Pacific High School Marketing I students recently wrapped up an exciting project by creating their own marketing games that incorporate the seven steps of the selling process.

Through gameplay, students reinforced their understanding while enjoying an interactive experience playing each team’s creation! 📈

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Students playing a game with a large pink piece of paper at a school desk.
Students playing a game with wooden blocks in a school classroom.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Chloe Newton and Caleb Savory, and their plans after graduation. 🌟

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
Wearing purple is the vibe! 🤩

Don’t forget to wear purple on Fridays and help fill our schools with pride, positivity, and school spirit!

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5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Wearing purple is the vibe with the MVR-III logo, a t-shirt with the logo, and various photos with students wearing purple.
At Pacific High School, 15% of students are gaining real-world experience through Four Rivers Career Center. 👏

Brody Covert, Jason Rees, and Colton Daniel are pictured installing a distributor as part of their Collision Repair training!

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5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Three students working on an old blue truck.
Riverbend Middle School students from the Exploring Community Service class recently attended the Route 66 Centennial planning committee meeting at Pacific City Hall.

Students presented their ""Miles That Matter"" project and engaged with committee members to share their ideas and vision! 👏

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5 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Four students standing before a group of adults presenting a slide deck on a big screen.
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.
6 days ago, MVR-III School District
MVR-III Election Update - April 8, 2026
Serving a school community takes time, dedication, and a commitment to students, staff, and families. We are grateful to every candidate who invested their time and energy in this process. 🤝

Please join us in congratulating the candidates who were elected to serve:

⭐️ Matthew Trower
⭐️ Dianna Meyer
⭐️ Amanda Nemeth

We appreciate all who participated in the election and look forward to continuing our work in support of our schools and community.

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6 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
2026 Board of Education Elected Candidates with portraits and names.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Patricia Hardcastle and Trinity Johnson, and an accomplishment they’re most proud of. 🎉

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6 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
Coleman Elementary welcomed alumni back to the classroom! 🎓

Ms. Diana, Ms. Vonda, and Ms. O’Halloran all started their journeys at Coleman Elementary. They shared that Ms. O’Halloran’s current classroom used to be the library!

We appreciate Ms. Diana for subbing and always love hearing stories from our alumni. 💜

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7 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Three staff members smiling for a group photo in a classroom.