
Vero Fitness recognized two outstanding high school athletes for their character on and off the field. Congratulations to Molly Prichard and Nick Hunkins. The athletes and their families were awarded a year membership along with recovery services by Vero Fitness. Pictured from left to right: Dianna Meyer, Board of Education Vice President; Nick Hunkins, PHS Junior; Molly Prichard, PHS Junior; and Nick Jansen, Vero Fitness Owner.


The MVR-III online payment system, RevTrak will be conducting a scheduled update on December 17th. The system will be available for regular transactions on Sunday, December 21st.

JOIN DR. SCHWIERJOHN FOR COFFEE!
Once a month, join Superintendent Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn and other community members for a coffee chat. These chats are a great way to learn more about what is going on in the District and a time to ask questions. All coffee chats are free and open to the public. #MVNation


Parton and Toney Earn All State Football Team Titles-
The Missouri Football Coaches Association announces the 2021 All State Teams. The Pacific High School Football Team has two athletes named to the All State Team. Makai Parton was named to the Class 4 All State Second Team as running back for 2021. Coach Paul Day said, “ Makai rushed for over 2,000 yards and had 35 touchdowns this year.” Ted Toney was honored with a Class 4 All State Third Team placement for his offensive line skills during the season. “Ted was a dominant run blocker who helped lead an offense that totaled 4,946 yards and just under 39 points per game,” Day said.


The MVR-III School District currently has openings for Special Education Paraprofessional, Special Education Teacher, Head Custodian, Permanent Substitute School Nurse, Permanent Substitute Teachers/Classroom Aide, Special Education Personal Assistant, School Age Child Care Substitute, Middle School Track Coach, and Assistant Varsity Track Coach. Use the link to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/mvr3/onlineapp/


Difference Maker Alert- OASIS tutors recently participated in the program’s fall professional development webinar. Tutors learned how to use children's literature to connect to the world around them. Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring pairs volunteers ages 50+ with children in grades K-3 to work one-on-one each week as their tutors, mentors and friends. Volunteers are especially needed at Nike Elementary. Sign up today by calling 314-995-9506 or visiting https://st-louis.oasisnet.org/tutoring/


Saturday events in Pacific~ Experience the holidays at Christmas Tree Forest located on Osage Street across from the Pacific Fire House from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Then, head down to the Pacific Station Plaza from 5 to 7 p.m. to see Santa & Mrs. Claus, enjoy ornament and cookie decorating, face painting, Smores Stations, and more.


Teens Caught Caring >> PHS students decorated Christmas Tree #14 to raise funds for the MVR-III Special Education Field Day at the Christmas Tree Forest on Osage St. Additionally, Alternative High School students were caught decorating the Pacific Station Plaza for Saturday’s holiday festivities.


THANK YOU, MVR-III voters!! The district has 7 new school buses now in use by bus drivers to transport students. The new buses were purchased with the use of Prop 1 funds.


The PHS Counseling Office has added new scholarships to their webpage. Use the following link to review the available college scholarships. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CGAj2YrfP7FArDNHwVHM9Eoe1kwtVea4n8lsUZ5678Y/edit


Congratulations to the PHS Speech Team for their second-place finish at last week's 15-team Buffalo tournament. Special recognition goes to Maleah Gerdes, who won the tournament championship in Dramatic Interpretation.
Photo is courtesy of Lisa Cook. Pictured left to right: Drew Roemer, Madison Lewis, Ellie Nahm, Riley Cook, Maleah Gerdes, Jasper Harris, Ava Deusinger, Kyra Minchue #MVNation


This is a reminder that Indian Pride Drive will be one way to help prevent traffic congestion during the Zitzman Elementary construction project. Please review the traffic plan and map to assist with drop off and pick up at Pacific Intermediate, Doris Hoffman, and Zitzman Elementary. Use the link to see the map: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/588878

Adopt-A-Family Program applications are due Friday, November 19th. Applications may be given to any school office.

MVR-III has positions available in maintenance/custodian, student services, support staff, and substitutes. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of kids. Use the link to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/mvr3/onlineapp/
Share the post to help us find the right people for our schools. Thanks!
#MVNation #DifferenceMakers


Parents and community members are welcome to join Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn for a cup of coffee and conversation at Little Ireland Coffee on Friday, November 19th from 8-9 a.m.


It's Education Support Professionals Day! The Meramec Valley R-III School District is thankful for the dedicated employees that fill the role of education support professionals. These folks assist teachers, office personnel, administrators, bus drivers, cooks, and most importantly, our students. Please help these employees feel appreciated today!


The District is hosting a winter apparel store for the community to shop for Pacific Indian items. This store has a variety of brands, including unisex, mens, womens, and youth sizes. Please mark the school where you want the items to be shipped.
Online Store Return Policy
Be sure to review your order and related product descriptions and sizing charts, as all sales are final. Please note that items cannot be returned due to events cancelled due to Covid-19.
When will I receive my order?
Orders will ship approximately 4 weeks after the close date, not the date that your order was placed. The expected delivery may be after winter break.
If your order delivery method is "Pickup", then the order will be delivered to the school you mark.
Link to store here: https://pmcs.wswebstore.com/store

The Pacific Indian winter sports programs begin their competitions this week. Use the following link to access the Indian athletic calendars. https://www.fourriverscon.org/public/genie/1131/school/4/date/2021-11-15/view/week/


Fourth grade students in MVR-III are visiting BizTown to learn how to operate banks, manage restaurants, write checks, and vote for mayor. Additionally, students learned the different roles they play as citizens, workers, & consumers in their city. #Learning #Community #MVNation


It’s Purple Friday! The PHS varsity football team will face the Union Wildcats tonight at 7p.m. at Union High in the Class 4 District 2 football tournament. Go Indians!!
