Meramec Valley R-III School District

Our Parents as Teachers (PAT) parent educators partner with families to support children’s growth and development from the very beginning. During our free developmental screenings, children engage in hands-on activities while trained PAT educators observe skills, celebrate strengths, and help identify next steps for learning and development.

Developmental screenings are offered bi-monthly at no cost to families in the MVR-III School District. These screenings provide valuable insight into your child’s development and help connect families with resources, support, and early learning opportunities.

We are proud to work alongside families to help every child build a strong, confident start, because early support makes a lifelong difference. 💜

To learn more about the Parents as Teachers program, visit our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/o/dhelc/page/parents-as-teachers

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Baking up life skills at Riverbend Middle School! 👩‍🍳

Students in Mrs. Alt’s Family and Consumer Science class practiced kitchen safety, followed a recipe, and made biscuits from scratch. This hands-on lesson built confidence and independence while showing how classroom learning connects to real life. 🤝

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Third graders at Nike Elementary wrapped up their Viking’s Quest with a gallery walk!

Students rotated through each station, identifying important facts and real-world uses for the resources the Vikings relied on, bringing history to life through collaboration and critical thinking. 💡

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Students in our Arrow Academy Program have been bringing creativity to a variety of hands-on projects! 🎨

Recent submissions showcase a wide range of skills and interests, including:
⭐ Ornament designs created with paint, crayon, and ink
⭐ Soap-making using goat’s milk, scents, textures, and molds
⭐ Ceiling tile artwork
⭐ And a word search; currently in progress!

These projects reflect the problem-solving skills our students bring to their learning.

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Our 3rd graders at Zitzman Elementary are putting their engineering skills to the test. Through curiosity and creativity, they are designing and improving paper houses to see which ones can withstand the wind! 🛠️⚙️

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Our PHS Ambassadors recently visited 8th grade students at Riverbend Middle School to provide guidance and support with their Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAP). 🤝

Ambassadors shared insight into course elective options, answered questions, and offered thoughtful feedback to help students feel confident during this important transition.

Our incoming freshmen are already buzzing with excitement as they learn about the opportunities, culture, and strong sense of community that await them at PHS! 🏫

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REMINDER: There will be no school for MVR-III School District students on Monday, January 19. ✍️🗓️

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Students in Mrs. Kolley’s counseling class at Robertsville Elementary reflected on their goals for the new year by choosing ONE word to guide their resolutions! 👏

This activity encouraged growth, intention, and self-reflection. 💜

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Science came to life as Pacific Intermediate 6th graders took on a science challenge! 🌱

Students built sealed terrariums to model the water cycle and watch evaporation, condensation, and precipitation unfold in real time.

Through this project, students examined how limited resources affect a closed system and connected their learning beyond the textbook to real-world impacts on Earth’s larger systems. 🌎

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Enjoy dinner, music, and a night of fun with friends! 🎶

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.

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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Students in the Arrow Academy Program are leading a community wall art project that welcomes participation and shared expression.

Stop by, add some color, and help bring the final piece to life! 🎨

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The Pacific High Varsity Lady Indians brought home a 52-41 win over Crystal City! 🏀

The Little Lady Indians joined the fun by helping introduce the team, cheering alongside our Tribe, and taking the court for a halftime scrimmage!

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Our 3rd and 4th grade artists at Robertsville Elementary read “Snowmen at Night” and explored how the illustrator used shading to create depth.

Students then drew their own snowmen and added shading using oil pastels! ☃️🎨

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Did you know? In 4th grade, chronically absent students score an average of 12 points lower on national tests than students who showed good attendance.

If you’re feeling well, we want you here—ready to learn!

Families, please reach out to your child’s school office if you need any help overcoming attendance-related challenges. 🤝

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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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