Meramec Valley R-III School District

Nike Elementary 3rd grade Odyssey students have been studying the game of chess and are now competing in an exciting chess tournament! ♟️

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Zitzman Elementary 1st graders teamed up with their 4th grade buddies to set goals for the new year, building collaboration and teamwork skills! ✍️⭐️

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Collaboration in action! 🙌

Teachers from kindergarten through 6th grade are working together to share best practices, review learning standards, and design engaging opportunities that help every student reach their full potential.

Through collaboration and creativity, MVR-III teachers continue to create meaningful learning experiences that make a difference every day! 💜

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Our “Coffee with Carrie” sessions start tomorrow! ☕

These informal gatherings offer a dedicated space for parents and community members to ask questions, share new ideas, and stay informed about district news. We invite you to join us for free coffee and conversation at Little Ireland Coffee, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., on the following dates:

✅ January 13, 2026
✅ February 10, 2026
✅ March 10, 2026
✅ March 31, 2026
✅ April 14, 2026
✅ May 12, 2026

We look forward to seeing you there!

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The PHS Lady Indians demonstrated teamwork and determination on the court against Newburg in the consolation championship, with the varsity team securing a thrilling 35-33 victory! 🏀👏

Congratulations to our outstanding student-athletes!

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The January 2026 edition of the Tomahawk Tribune, the official district newsletter of the Meramec Valley R-III School District, is now available! 🎉

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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Curious how water changes the land? Our Pacific Intermediate 5th graders learned about erosion with a hands-on activity comparing soil, sand, and plant roots! 🌱💧

Students made predictions, observed runoff, and discovered which natural barriers helped prevent washouts.

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Zitzman Elementary 3rd and 4th grade students in Mrs. Karl's group wrote about their favorite parts of themselves in December! This activity helped students build confidence while also practicing their writing skills. 🤗

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Invest in our students while having a blast! 🎶

The Pacific Area Chamber and MVR-III Bridge Foundation invite you to the P-Town Piano Party on Saturday, January 31! Your attendance helps fund classroom grants and the annual Back-to-School Bash for Meramec Valley students.

Enjoy dinner, music, and a night of fun with friends! Doors open at 5:30pm, with dinner at 6:00pm and dueling pianos from 7:00 to 10:00pm. Individual tickets are $50. A Regular Table for eight is $375, and a VIP Table for eight is $500. 🎹

Secure your tickets on the Pacific Area Chamber website: https://pacificchamber.com/event-6417041/Registration

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Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Today, we want to share a special thank you to our School Resource Officer, Gary Watson. 👮‍♂️📚

Officer Watson, we truly appreciate your partnership with our students and staff. Thank you for your dedication to keeping our school community safe and for being a positive role model every day!

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Kindergarten students at Coleman Elementary practiced their sight words with a fun snowball activity!

Students tossed a snowball, found a word, read it, then practiced writing it to build early literacy skills. 📚❄️

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The Pacific Intermediate 6th grade JAG Club made snowmen buddies to share with Mrs. Beerman's 1st grade class! ☃️

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The Pacific Intermediate JAG Club and 5th grade choir students enjoyed a special visit to the Pacific Care Center recently to spread some holiday cheer! 🎄

Each resident received a gift bag with a cozy blanket and festive treats. Students sang Christmas carols and played games with residents, creating meaningful moments and plenty of smiles. 😊

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Pacific High School DECA has achieved Thrive Level Chapter Campaigns, placing the chapter among just 1,188 nationwide to receive this distinction! 🎉

Thrive Level recognition is awarded to chapters that successfully complete two of the three required DECA Chapter Campaigns, which include the community service campaign, innovations and entrepreneurship campaign, and promotional campaign. PHS DECA was one of only three schools in Missouri to achieve all three campaign levels!

This achievement was made possible through the efforts of PHS DECA members Grant Orris and Gabriella Guenzler, with guidance and support from their advisor, Nancy Pfeiffer. Their work included volunteering throughout the community, supporting local organizations, organizing clean-up efforts, and raising funds for charitable causes! 👏

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Did you know? We offer our own free Parents as Teachers program! 💜

Families with children from prenatal through kindergarten age can access a variety of services, including:
➡️ Personalized home visits
➡️ Free developmental screenings
➡️ Monthly group connections
➡️ Support accessing community resources
➡️ Research-based learning activities

This program is open to anyone living in the MVR-III School District. It’s a great way to build a strong foundation for your child’s learning journey! 📚

Learn more: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/o/dhelc/page/parents-as-teachers

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Welcome back, everyone! 🙌

We hope you’ve had a wonderful Winter Break. We look forward to continuing our learning and growth as we embark on 2026. 💪

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Before the holidays, Southpoint Assisted Living in Washington delivered special treat bags to our kindergarteners at Zitzman Elementary! 🎁

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Our elementary students had a special visitor come to see them on Friday before winter break, bringing lots of smiles and holiday cheer! 🎄❤️

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REMINDER: Classes resume for all MVR-III School District students on Monday, January 5. See you soon! 👋

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