💜🤍 Hoffman Highlights Are Here! 🤍💜

Another great week is in the books at Doris Hoffman! 👣✨ Be sure to check out this week’s Hoffman Highlights to see what’s happening with our Little Indians and what’s coming up next!

🎪 See what we’re learning as our circus theme continues
💜 Check out this week’s Parents as Teachers Spotlight
🍎 Read an important reminder about school meals
📸 Review our reminder about student privacy and photos
📅 Catch up on upcoming dates, reminders, and more!

We hope you’ll take a few minutes to read through this week’s newsletter and stay connected with all the exciting things happening at Doris Hoffman!

👉 Read this week’s Hoffman Highlights:
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Little Steps, Big Successes! 👣💜🤍

1 day ago, Amy Huson
Hoffman Highlights
Stay connected with the latest MVR-III news and important district announcements by subscribing to the Tomahawk Tribune! ✍️

Get updates delivered straight to your inbox so you can stay informed about what is happening across the district.

Subscribe here: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/tomahawk-tribune-newsletter

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1 day ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
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Coffee with Dr. Carrie starts tomorrow! ☕

Each week, Superintendent Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn will host a morning conversation where community members can connect, ask questions, and learn more about Prop K. Sessions will take place from 8:00 to 9:00am.

The first Coffee with Dr. Carrie is tomorrow, September 10, at Pacific Family Restaurant.

➡️ September 10: Pacific Family Restaurant
➡️ September 16: McDonald’s
➡️ September 24: Hardees
➡️ September 30: Little Ireland
➡️ October 6: Pacific Family Restaurant
➡️ October 14: McDonald’s
➡️ October 20: Hardees
➡️ October 28: Little Ireland

We hope to see you!

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2 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Coffee with Carrie: Meet Superintendent Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn to discuss Prop K, weekly from 8–9 a.m. at local restaurants.
Do you know someone age 50 or older who would enjoy helping a child build confidence and succeed in reading and math? 📚✨

Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring pairs volunteers age 50 and older with students in grades K-3 for one-on-one support each week throughout the school year. Volunteers may work with one child or several students, serving as tutors, mentors, and friends while helping students strengthen their reading and math skills and build meaningful relationships.

Volunteer training will be held Thursday, October 8, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the MVR-III Central Office.

If you or someone you know would enjoy making a difference in a child’s education, learn more and sign up at https://stloasis.org/tutoring.

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Oasis Tutoring featuring volunteer training for adults 50 and older, with an adult tutoring a child.
Have a 3-5 yr old kiddo? Looking for an amazing preschool? Give us a call and let us help you find the best fit for your child!
8 days ago, Nicole Gipperich
Preschool Enrollment Opportunities!

💜🤍 Hoffman Highlights 🤍💜

Our latest edition of Hoffman Highlights is here! 🎉 Be sure to check out this week’s family newsletter for important reminders, upcoming events, and a peek at what’s happening at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center.

We love keeping our families connected to all the learning, fun, and special moments happening throughout our school! 💜

Read this week’s Hoffman Highlights!

Thank you for staying connected and being such an important part of our Hoffman family! 🌟

8 days ago, Amy Huson
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Another drill is in the books and we passed with flying colors! All of our little Indians practiced finding their designated tornado safe spaces. and then ducked and covered until the all clear was called.
8 days ago, Nicole Gipperich
First Tornado Drill of the Year!
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center successfully completed its first fire drill of the school year! 🚒

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10 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Young children stand with two adults in a sunny parking lot, preparing to walk together toward a building.
Young children and adults walk in a line across a sunny parking lot toward the entrance of a school building.
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center welcomed students to their first Powwow of the school year! 💜

The event officially welcomed students to the school community while introducing school expectations, the school motto, and four character values: Be Curious, Be Respectful, Be Patient, and Be Caring.

Students also joined in singing some familiar songs, helping make the first Powwow a memorable start to the school year.

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11 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
A school gym full of young students celebrating.
A staff member presenting to a room full of students.
Our littles at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center are already learning and exploring during their first week of school! 🚀

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15 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two students building with a playing blocks in a school classroom.
A young student playing with Play-dough in a school classroom.
A young student showing a toy in a school classroom.
A teacher talking to a group of young students in a school classroom.
📸 Say Cheese, Little Indians! 💜🤍

Picture Day is coming to Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center!

📅 Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Get those smiles ready—we can’t wait to capture all of our Little Indians and see those adorable school pictures! 😍📷

💻 Pre-orders are available online only and must be placed before Picture Day.
Visit WagnerPortraitGroup.com or scan the QR code on the flyer.

🔑 Online Pre-Order Password: 7G8X3W6P

Mark your calendars, pick out those picture-perfect outfits, and practice those smiles! 😁✨

💜🤍 Little Steps, Big Successes! 🤍💜
15 days ago, Amy Huson
Smile! It's almost picture day!
At Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, play is learning! 💡

Building foundational skills is most effective when learning is interactive and fun. Families can support this growth anywhere, whether you are counting trees at the park, spotting letters on road signs during your commute, or sorting snacks at home.

How do you bring learning into your everyday routines?

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15 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
A young student using number and letter blocks in a school classroom with a staff member's help.
Tonight's the night! We can't wait to see you!
24 days ago, Nicole Gipperich
Free Haircuts!  First come first served!
Open House at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center TONIGHT!
Have you heard the good news!?!?! Morning AND Afternoon SACC are going to be at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center!!! Sign-up now!!
25 days ago, Nicole Gipperich
Morning and Afternoon SACC are both at DHELC again!
4 sleeps until we get to see you! We can't wait!
28 days ago, Nicole Gipperich
Doris Hoffman Open House Flyer!
Free Haircuts for those who need them!
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is now open for the 2026-27 School Year! 🌟

It offers a secure and intuitive online portal that allows you to access your child's grades, attendance records, and assignments.

Learn more and enroll: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/infinite-campus

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about 1 month ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Purple Infinite Campus logo, announces the Parent Portal is open for the 2026–27 school year.
📣 This week's Hoffman Highlights is here! 🍎✨

There is a lot happening at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, and you won't want to miss this week's newsletter!

👀 Inside you'll find:
🍦 Open House information and what to expect
🏫 Back-to-school reminders and important dates
📚 Helpful information to get your child ready for a successful start
⭐ And a few other updates you'll want to keep on your radar!

Be sure to take a few minutes to read through this week's Hoffman Highlights so you're ready for the exciting weeks ahead.

📰 Read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/jp54z

We're looking forward to welcoming our Little Indians back soon as we begin another year of Little Steps, Big Successes! 💜🤍
about 1 month ago, Amy Huson
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Summer school has been a blast! Thank you for sharing your kiddos with us!
about 1 month ago, Nicole Gipperich
It is our last day of Summer school!  Enjoy your time off and we will see you August 24th!
Water Play Tomorrow!
about 1 month ago, Nicole Gipperich
Water Play Tomorrow!
The new school year is almost here! ⏰

Our full-day, tuition-free kindergarten program provides young learners with a strong start through engaging lessons and meaningful connections.

Children who turn five years old before August 1 are eligible to register for the fall.

Explore program information and register online at bit.ly/MVR3REG.

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about 1 month ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District