Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center is now offering new part-time tuition options! 🎉

Tuition program options include:

🌟 5 full days: 8:15am-4:00pm

🌟 5 half-days: 8:15am-11:15am, available only at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center

🌟 3 full days: 8:15am-4:00pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, available only at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center

🌟 2 full days: 8:15am-4:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday, available only at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center

Part-time tuition options depend on classroom availability and staffing considerations. Tuition is calculated based on the selected schedule and is not adjusted for absences.

For more information, please email kbibb@mvr3.k12.mo.us or call 636-271-1464.

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8 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Did you know? Kindergarten and 1st grade students who are chronically absent are much less likely to read at grade level with their peers by 3rd grade.

Kindergarten students who are chronically absent have a 61% chance of being held back for reading below grade level in 3rd grade.

Attendance matters! Let’s continue to make strong attendance a top priority this school year and beyond. 🌟

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9 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Did you know: Kindergarten and 1st grade fact.
Pacific Intermediate 6th graders are sharpening their note-taking skills as they prepare for upcoming research projects! 📝

Students are learning how to sort through information and identify the most important “gold nuggets” that will guide their work.

Along the way, they are developing key research skills:
➡️ Writing clear bullet points to keep notes short and focused
➡️ Paraphrasing ideas in their own words instead of copying text
➡️ Tracking sources so credit is given where it is due

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9 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Student reading a book while sitting criss cross.
Two students writing on two large pieces of paper.
Student reading a book at a desk with various notebooks spread across it.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Alison Meecey and Isabella Goebel, and an accomplishment they’re most proud of. 💜

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9 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
There are only 6 days left before the enrollment window closes... Enroll today for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, a 4-week summer learning experience! 🤗

Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. Incoming K-8 students are invited to join a fun-filled month of STEM-based games, exciting field trips, engaging activities, and plenty of fun!

Summer Discovery sites include:
🌟 Coleman Elementary
🌟 Nike Elementary
🌟 Zitzman Elementary
🌟 Pacific Intermediate
🌟 Riverbend Middle School

Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’s spot! Enrollments received after March 31 will be placed on a waiting list.

To learn more about the Summer Discovery Program and complete enrollment, visit our website: bit.ly/mvr3summer
10 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Summer Discovery announcement with students playing outside.
Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school TOMORROW from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about. 💜

Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives

We look forward to meeting you!

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10 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Kindergarten Round Up is Thursday, March 26, 2026, at all elementary schools.
Now enrolling for preschool at Doris Hoffman, Nike Elementary, and Coleman Elementary! 🙌

MVR-III is offering full-day and half-day preschool sessions, providing a nurturing and engaging early learning experience for young learners.

Program highlights include:
🌟 Free for families who qualify based on household income
🌟 Tuition Available
🌟 Eligibility for children who are 3 to 5 years old

Our preschool program is designed to support social, emotional, and academic growth while building a strong foundation for kindergarten and beyond.

Spots are open! To start the enrollment process, contact the Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center at 636-271-1464.

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10 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
MVR-III preschool enrollment with playful icons, listing schools, ages 3–5, session options, and contact phone number.
Pacific Intermediate 5th grade scientists are preparing to launch a solar-powered rover, but first, they must answer a critical mission question: where should it go? 🪐

Students have been exploring the Inverse Square Law and discovering that as their rover travels farther from the Sun, sunlight becomes much dimmer and spreads out quickly.

Using flashlights and light meters, students are mapping out the “solar sweet spot” that could power their rover and help make the mission a success! ✅

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10 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Three students using a flashlight in a school classroom.
Pacific High School students continue to shine, with this year’s ACT composite average reaching 21.6. We are proud of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to success.

Congratulations to our students, staff, and families for supporting this outstanding achievement! 🎉

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11 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Pacific High School celebrating success with ACT average score of 21.6 and a pencil background.
Zitzman Elementary recently welcomed School Board members who helped make Grandparents Day extra special for families. 🤗

Matt Trower and Dianna Meyer stopped by to lend a hand and spend time with students and their grandparents. 💜

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11 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two smiling board members wearing purple shirts standing in a hallway.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Kennedy Fox and Gabriel Wiersma, and their plans after graduation. 🚀

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11 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
On Tuesday, April 7, residents of the MVR-III School District will vote on a general obligation bond issue not to exceed $43 million. This measure will appear on the ballot as Proposition S.

Bond issues require voter approval of at least 57.14%. When approved, we will use the funds to make improvements at every school, enhance safety and security, and ensure our students continue having the learning environment our community expects.

Prop S will not raise property tax rates. Any increases in the amount of taxes paid would likely be the result of higher property valuations, not from an approved bond issue.

You can learn more about the ways Prop S would invest in our schools and students at https://www.mvr3bond.org.

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11 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Proposition S vote on April 7, 2026, with photos of students and notes on funding school improvements and safety.
Pacific Intermediate 6th grade students are turning creativity into action through the Jag Club 3D Print Shop!

Before the school day begins, students open the shop to design and print custom items like keychains, desk fidgets, and small gifts for their school community. ⚙️

Every month, the Jag Club donates 100% of the shop’s profits to a different charity, using their skills to give back. 💜

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11 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two students posing in front of a 3D shop cart.
Incoming MVR-III kindergarten families are invited to visit their child’s future elementary school THIS Thursday, March 26, from 5:00 to 6:30pm to learn what kindergarten is all about. 🚀

Families will have the opportunity to:
👉 Meet kindergarten teachers and school principals
👉 Tour the school building
👉 Explore a school bus with our Transportation Department
👉 Learn about Food Service and the Before and After Care Program
👉 Connect with Parent and Teacher Organization representatives

For more information, please contact your child’s future elementary school or visit our website: www.mvr3.k12.mo.us. We look forward to meeting you!

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12 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
“Kindergarten Round-Up 2026” with smiling children photos and event details: March 26, 5–6:30pm at all elementary schools.
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center is getting ready for summer preschool, and enrollment is now open for June and July! 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. There is a $25 registration fee when enrolling.

Please note the program will be closed June 19 and July 3.

Families interested in learning more or registering can email kbibb@mvr3.k12.mo.us or call 636-271-1464.

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13 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Colorful preschool summer flyer with sun, kids, and slide, listing June–July sessions, prices, activities, and contact information.
See you back tomorrow! School resumes on Monday, March 23.

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13 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Reminder: Classes resume Monday, March 23 with purple spring flowers.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Brayden Stevens and Colton Kossuth, and an accomplishment they’re most proud of. 🙌

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15 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior Spotlight Class of 2026 featuring portraits of two seniors with quotes.

Meramec Valley R-III School District is proud to celebrate Mary Clasby-Agee as the South Central Friend of Education Honoree! 🎉

Mary has been a dedicated pillar of MVR-III since 1974, serving as a teacher, department chair, assistant principal, and the district’s first Professional Development Director. Her leadership helped drive meaningful innovation, including the development of the district’s first comprehensive writing assessment and securing the A+ grant that continues to support students today.

Beyond her professional roles, Mary founded the Jerry Agee Scholarship Fund to support future educators, and she has served on the Board of Education since 2019. She also contributed to the team that earned the 2024 MSBA Governance Team Award.

Congratulations, Mary, and thank you for your lasting impact on our schools and community! 👏

Read more about this recognition on the MVR-III website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2775583

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16 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Three women pose before an MASA backdrop; the center woman holds an award plaque while the others smile beside her.
Three people pose in front of an MASA backdrop; an older woman at center holds an award plaque, flanked by two smiling colleagues.
A man shakes hands with an older woman holding an award plaque, both smiling in front of an MASA backdrop.
Large event screen displays a portrait and the name Mary Clasby-Agee, labeled South Central Region honoree, above seated attendees.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Philomena Wiersma and Rylee Bolte, and their plans after graduation. 🌟

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16 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior Spotlights Class of 2026 purple background with spotlight on two senior headshots.
Don't forget to enroll for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, a 4-week summer learning experience! ☀️

Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. Incoming K-8 students are invited to join a fun-filled month of STEM-based games, exciting field trips, engaging activities, and plenty of fun!

Summer Discovery sites include:
👉 Coleman Elementary
👉 Nike Elementary
👉 Zitzman Elementary
👉 Pacific Intermediate
👉 Riverbend Middle School

Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’s spot! Enrollments received after March 31 will be placed on a waiting list.

To learn more about the Summer Discovery Program and complete enrollment, visit our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/summer-discovery
16 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Colorful MVR-III Summer Discovery poster with children tossing balloons; sign up by March 31 to guarantee a student’s spot.