Coleman Elementary School

This week, preschool is reading "The Gingerbread Man." They decorated their own Gingerbread Man and talked about what to do if they wanted to share the cookie with a friend. They learned about two equal halves make one whole and determined that they would need to cut the cookie in half to share. As in the story, the gingerbread runs away. While the students were away, the gingerbreads tried to run away, luckily Mrs. Fingers caught them before they could escape.

Thank you so much to the Robertsville Masonic Lodge and their generous donation of $2,100 to Coleman Elementary. With the funds, we will be able to help provide for our students in need.

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Our 4th Graders gave a spectacular holiday performance Thursday evening. Students dressed up in their favorite attire, and sang a wide variety of holiday songs. One song talked about everyone's favorite treat, fruit cake. Another about regifting presents. So much fun!!

Yesterday, our school nurse, Mrs. Calvin, received a special donation from Shoes From the Heart. Shoes were donated to distribute to our students in need. Thank you for your generous donation.

In an effort to keep all MVR-III students and staff safe, the district has made the decision to implement an early dismissal today. The latest weather updates indicate that the incoming weather system will arrive earlier than originally expected.

All previously scheduled after-school activities, including all afternoon classes at the Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, have been canceled.

Early Dismissal Schedule:

* Grades 5-12: Will dismiss at 1:00 PM

* Grades K-4: Will dismiss at 2:15 PM

* SACC: Will close at 5:00 PM

Mrs. Peirick's class celebrated Thanksgiving early last week. They made thankful bracelets, disguised a turkey, and made pumpkin pies in a cup. Sounds like a fun day.

This week, our 4th graders went on a field trip to JA BizTown. JA BizTown combines in-class learning, with real life experiences in a simulated town. Our students took on roles in the community, such as operating banks, managing restaurants, writing checks, earning money, and voting for mayor.

It was a great time at McDonalds in Pacific this week. Thank you to everyone who participated in McTeacher Night.

MVR-III Family & Community Engagement in Action! Coleman Elementary is hosting their annual Fall Craft Fair tomorrow from 8 AM - 2 PM. Stop by to support our students and staff! #MVNation

We are pleased to announce that the November 2025 edition of the Tomahawk Tribune, the official district newsletter of Meramec Valley R-III School District, is now available for review! Visit bit.ly/mvr3news to view. #CelebrateSuccess

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸 Today, Coleman Elementary welcomed Veterans of students and staff, and honored them during a special assembly. Ms. Wood performed our National Anthem beautifully and our assembly speakers did a great job honoring our Veterans. A special highlight was the MCJROTC Drill Team from Pacific High School. They performed an Armed Exhibition and Color Guard. It was incredibly special to see some of our former Coleman Alumni.

Last week, Ms. Jones' class started learning about Colonial Times. They talked about all different types of tradespeople, and went in depth on bakers and millers. They learned about the bread making process and compared it to today’s bread making process. To end the lesson students made their very own bread! Learning is fun!

So many wonderful events this week. Be sure to check them out.

Mrs. Fingers' preschool class had a great time on their field trip to Heartland Farms. The kids went on their first school bus ride, picked out a pumpkin, visited the farm animals, played in the corn pit and on the slides. So much fun!

🏛️ Second Grade News! 🥔 Second grade has officially finished Domain 3 in Knowledge: “Ancient Greek Civilizations”! To celebrate all they’ve learned about the Olympic Games, they hosted their very own Potato Olympics! From “dancing” to “gymnastics ,” students had a blast showing off their teamwork and creativity — just like the ancient Greeks! 🇬🇷🏅

Last week, Ms. Mathew's third grade class participated in a fun pumpkin math activity. Students had a fun time guessing how many seeds their pumpkin had. They sorted the seeds into groups of 10 for easy counting.. then realized there was a lot more than they thought!

It was a "Spooktacular" Halloween Yesterday! So many cute, creative, and scary costumes. Students and staff had a great time. Photos provided by Social Media Students: Lucas, Micah, Lydia, and Amelia

Difference Makers this week are Natalie, Lillian, Eva, Jensen, Otto, Aubree, Blair, and Isabella. These students were recognized for making safe choices on the bus, being good leaders, and choosing to help a friend in need rather than playing a game. Go Warriors!

1st grade students visited the St. Louis Science Center and experienced hands on learning in Earth Sciences, Energy, Life Science Lab, Game Xploration, and made structures through engineering and construction! They explored hydroponics and careers in indoor growing industries. So many fun things to do!