The Pacific High School Lady Indians Basketball Team recently spent time competing, learning, and improving their skills at the 2026 Basketball Camp! 🏀

They also welcomed our future Lady Indians to Youth Basketball Camp, where young athletes focused on building fundamentals in dribbling, passing, and shooting.

We are proud of every camper for their positive attitude, commitment to improvement, and love of the game. ❤️

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about 5 hours ago, Becca Ploch
Girls basketball camp participants and coaches pose for a group photo on the Pacific High School gym floor beneath a basketball hoop.
Large group of girls basketball campers and older student mentors gather for a team photo in the Pacific High School gym.
Youth girls basketball camp participants pose together in matching camp T-shirts on the Pacific High School gym floor.
Teen basketball players wearing “Queens of the Court” camp shirts pose for a group photo in the Pacific High School gym.
The Meramec Valley R-III School District and several of its schools have earned 2026 Promising Practice recognition from Character.org for initiatives that support character development, leadership, and student success! 🎉

Within MVR-III, Pacific High School earned three recognitions, Coleman Elementary School earned one National Promising Practice recognition, Zitzman Elementary School earned one recognition, and the district earned an overall recognition for its “Bridging the Future” practice.

Read more at: http://bit.ly/mvr3news

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1 day ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Character National Recognition.
Reminder: Free summer meals start Monday! 🤗

All community children ages 18 and under, as well as students attending summer school and SACC, are welcome to enjoy breakfast and lunch at no cost. Meals must be eaten on-site.

Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, Zitzman Elementary, and Pacific High School will serve meals Monday through Friday from June 1 through August 7. (These locations will be closed June 19 and July 1-3).

➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am at Pacific High School

➡️ Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:30am at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary

➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm at Pacific High School

➡️ Lunch: 12:00 to 12:30pm at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary

Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend Middle School will serve meals Monday through Friday, June 1-30. (These locations will be closed June 19).

➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm

We look forward to seeing our students and community members starting tomorrow! ☀️

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3 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Free Summer Meals Begin June 1
Pacific Dance Team wrapped up a successful UDA Home Camp this past week! 👏

Dancers focused on sharpening their technique, building camaraderie, and expanding their athletic knowledge while learning two new routines. Throughout the camp, the team demonstrated commitment, resilience, and improvement, and they are excited for the upcoming year!

Emma received the Pin It Forward award for her hard work throughout the day and for supporting her teammates. She then pinned it forward to Maeve for her positive attitude and perseverance. 💜

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4 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
A group of students wearing all black posing in a school gym.
A group of dancers learning a dance routine in a school gym.
Two students pose for a photo holding two small certificates.
To celebrate the end of the year, Pacific High School students in Ms. Pfitzer’s Mythology classes brought Ancient Egypt to life with a school-wide Egyptian Mythology Scavenger Hunt! 🌟

Participants journeyed through the Duat, solving riddles, answering trivia questions, completing challenges, and earning tokens as they faced trials at the gates of the afterlife.

The event combined teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking, while providing students with a hands-on connection to the myths and beliefs of Ancient Egypt.

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6 days ago, Becca Ploch
Student holds a handmade Egyptian sarcophagus craft in front of a classroom screen displaying an Ancient Egypt lesson.
High school students gather around a table in the library, arranging and discussing Egyptian history project materials.
Free summer meals will be available for all community children ages 18 and under, as well as students attending summer school and SACC! 🍎

Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, Zitzman Elementary, and Pacific High School will serve meals Monday through Friday from June 1 through August 7. (These locations will be closed June 19 and July 1-3).

➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am at Pacific High School

➡️ Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:30am at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary

➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm at Pacific High School

➡️ Lunch: 12:00 to 12:30pm at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, Coleman Elementary, Nike Elementary, and Zitzman Elementary

Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend Middle School will serve meals Monday through Friday, June 1-30. (These locations will be closed June 19).

➡️ Breakfast: 7:00 to 7:30am
➡️ Lunch: 11:30am to 12:00pm

Meals must be eaten on site. We look forward to supporting our students and community this summer! ☀️

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8 days ago, Becca Ploch
Purple “Free Summer Meals” design surrounded by colorful fruits and vegetables, with text offering meals for children age 18 and younger.
Pacific High School Culinary I students participated in the annual food truck project, where 12 teams created a signature dish and business name. On competition day, each group prepared 20 portions to “sell” to student customers using ticket currency. After sales, students calculated profit by subtracting food costs from total earnings.

Congratulations to JLAAAB with their S’mores Crepes for taking first place with $160.41 in profit, followed closely by Smash Bros with $159.16 from their sliders.

Culinary II students wrapped up their Yeast Bread Unit by creating Focaccia bread art, selecting their own ingredients to design edible masterpieces.

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15 days ago, Becca Ploch
Student decorates focaccia dough with vegetables in a classroom kitchen while classmates prepare food in the background.
Student arranges sliced peppers, onions, and tomatoes on focaccia dough beside cooking ingredients and utensils.
Crowded classroom gathering with students wearing paper crowns and talking during a themed school activity.
Group of students pose behind a table of mini burgers labeled “Smash Bros” during a classroom food sale.
Six students sit behind plates of s’mores crepes at a pink-themed classroom food booth.
We’re excited to celebrate the Class of 2026 at tonight’s Graduation Ceremony! 🎓✨

The event starts at 6:00pm at Pacific High School. A livestream will be available at: bit.ly/MVR3YT

Congratulations to our seniors!

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17 days ago, Becca Ploch
Purple graduation announcement for the Class of 2026 featuring gold balloon numbers, a graduation cap, and livestream details.
Four Pacific High School DECA students have earned the Associate in Marketing Management Certificate through strong performance at state and International Career Development Conference competitions, placing them among just 575 members nationwide to receive this recognition out of more than 300,000 DECA members.

⭐️ Grant Orris
⭐️ Parker Thomas
⭐️ Gannon Nardoni
⭐️ Brayden Stevens

Additionally, at the International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, Grant Orris and Parker Thomas also earned the DECA Award of Excellence by achieving a score of 70% or higher in their preliminary events, highlighting advanced skills in business and marketing.

Congratulations to our PHS students!

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18 days ago, Becca Ploch
Two DECA students sit behind a blue DECA table holding certificates beneath a DECA banner in a classroom.
Four DECA students pose with marketing management certificates behind a DECA table and banner display.
The Meramec Valley R-III School District was recently recognized at the St. Louis Community College School District Awards event for the district’s success in helping students earn dual diplomas.

This year, 11 PHS seniors will graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree through the program! 🎉

To read more about this recognition and the dual diploma program, visit bit.ly/mvr3news

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20 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Pacific High School earns regional recognition with MVR-III logo and SLCC logo.
At Pacific High School, Mrs. Nichols’ Career & Technical Writing students took part in mock interviews with members of the Pacific Chamber of Commerce! 🌟

This marks the second year the Chamber has generously volunteered their time to support this real-world learning experience for PHS students. Thank you!

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22 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two students work together in a school library.
A student is talking with a staff member inside a school classroom.
Seniors, your final week is here, and we’re excited to celebrate with you! Be sure to note the following events:

➡️ Baccalaureate: Tuesday, May 12, at 6:00pm
➡️ Senior Awards Night: Thursday, May 14, at 6:00pm
➡️ Senior Breakfast, Practice, BBQ, and Send-off: Friday, May 15, 7:30-11:30am

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎊

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23 days ago, Becca Ploch
MVR-III graduation dates: May 12 Baccalaureate at 6 PM, May 14 Senior Awards Night at 6 PM, and May 15 Senior Breakfast.
Over 15% of PHS students take advantage of the hands-on experiences provided by Four Rivers Career Center! 🙌

Reid Cole is preparing a tractor hood in Collision Repair by sanding it for a paint job. 🚜

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23 days ago, Becca Ploch
Student wearing safety glasses sands a metal vehicle panel in a workshop filled with tools and equipment.
Congratulations to Ms. Maddie Brooks on being selected as a member of the 2026-27 Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders! ❤️💛

Following an exciting weekend of showcasing her talent and sharing her love for dance, Maddie earned the incredible opportunity to represent Chiefs Kingdom for another year!

We are thrilled to continue celebrating our former PHS and Dance Team alumni. 🎉

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25 days ago, Becca Ploch
Woman in bright pink blazer dress smiles beside a red backdrop with partial gold lettering.
Seniors are invited to come together for a special evening to celebrate the end of their High School journey at Senior Sunset. 🌅

Join us Friday, May 8, at 7:30pm. Admission is $3 at the door. Citizens wishing to make a donation to cover student admission may donate to District Activities: https://mvr3.revtrak.net/donations/#/list

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28 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
MVR-III invites to Senior Sunset May 8, 2026, 7:30–10 PM; admission $3.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Mason Link and Parker Thomas, and their plans after graduation. 👏

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28 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
Grant Orris and Parker Thomas recently represented MVR-III at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Atlanta, Georgia!

Both students earned the DECA Certificate of Excellence, an honor awarded to competitors who achieve a combined score of 70 percent or higher on their preliminary competition components. 🏆

This recognition reflects strong performance in judge evaluations and exam results, highlighting their skills in real-world business scenarios. We are proud of their accomplishments and the way they represented our school on the international stage!

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30 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Two students wearing suits stand in front of a large blue "DECA" wall.
Coleman Elementary and Pacific High School DECA students collected 111 pounds of tab tops this school year to support the Ronald McDonald House. ❤️

When the tabs were delivered, the recycling center hosted a celebration to promote the Ronald McDonald House. Students and staff enjoyed balloon animals, face painting, yard games, food trucks, and more!

It was inspiring to see the impact of this ongoing effort that we were able to support.

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30 days ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Group poses with purple mascot Grimace and children in balloon hats beneath a colorful arch at a Ronald McDonald House event.
Four girls sit on the open trunk of an SUV in a sunny parking lot, with a clear bin of collected can tabs in front.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Carter Zambrzuski and Aidan Stonebraker, and their plans after graduation. 🚀

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about 1 month ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.
Class of 2026 senior spotlights! 🎓

Today, we recognize Izzabella Dickey and Bryan Stogsdill, and one of their favorite memories. 💜

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about 1 month ago, Meramec Valley R-III School District
Senior spotlight Class of 2026 with two senior portraits.