(Photo courtesy of Lisa Cook)Congratulations to the speech team for their first-place finish at Saturday's 17-team tournament at Osage High School. It was the team's second win in three days. Special congratulations to the Pacific students who won tournament championships:Riley Cook, Radio Speaking Maddie Cook & Josh Liebhart, Duet Acting The following... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the winners at DECA District 8 Competition at South County Mall February 4th, 2020: Pictured from left to right: Vanessa Sostman 3rd place in Integrated Marketing Campaign, Dyala Salameh 2nd place in Professional Selling, Rachael Ray 1st place in Project Management Community Giving, Josh Rash 1st place in Project Management Sales Project,... READ MORE >
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Congratulations to the 2020 Pacific High School Courtwarming Candidates. The announcement of the king and queen is set for Friday, February 7th between the junior varsity and varsity basketball game. The Courtwarming Dance is immediately after the varsity basketball game. Front row, from left, are Kamryn Bukowsky, Caityln Snider, Ryleigh Lange, Katelynn Bent,... READ MORE >
The Pacific HS JROTC varsity marksmanship team captured the 2020 Missouri State Title at the January 16th Missouri Military Academy Meet in Mexico, MO. Lead by team captain Amanda Benetin, cadets took down more than 20 other teams from nearly every corner of the state at this three day competition. Leamia Perez, Julia Thomas, and Lucas Hicks rounded out the team... READ MORE >
Pacific High School Student Council (STUCO) and the Girls Basketball Team volunteered at All Abilities Athletics events. On Saturday, December 7, 2019 a group of about 20 students mostly from STUCO led by Casey Cowsert, were the primary volunteers for the art program, helping the kids to make Christmas necklaces and other art projects. Founder and President of All... READ MORE >
Pacific High School JAG students will be hosting a series of technology trainings for area senior citizens during the second semester. Classes will begin in January and conclude in April of 2020. Students will teach seniors how to better use their phones, tablets, kindles, and laptop computers. The technology sessions will be held at First State Community Bank in... READ MORE >
If you are a high school student looking for scholarships to help pay for college, you're in luck! The guidance office regularly updates scholarships available to Pacific High School students. Use the attached link to view scholarships available: Pacific High School Scholarship Postings. Scholarship Application Do's: Start the scholarship search process... READ MORE >
Pacific High School Speech Team placed third at the 18-team Mexico Tournament. The Indians led the tournament in Individual Event points. Special recognition to the Pacific students who won tournament championships: Josh Liebhart & Maddie Cook in Duet ActingRiley Cook in Radio Speaking The following students also placed for Pacific: Jonah Sprick & Tad Monnig... READ MORE >
Annie Mueller and Genna Nickelson, both seniors at PHS, broke Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) records. Annie Mueller, PHS softball player, ended with 41 career home runs which placed her 2nd in the MSHSAA record books. She set new Pacific records for single season hits with 42 and runs scored with 40. Annie also set new career records for... READ MORE >
The Meramec Valley R-III School Board is proud to announce approval of the Reimagine MVR-III initiative. Reimagine MVR-III is a one-year stakeholder engagement process designed to review and evaluate all aspects of the district’s programming in grades 7-12. Redesign teams will be formed at both the middle and high school level. Each team will be tasked with... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the speech team for their second-place finish at the 21-team Buffalo Tournament. Pacific students won three of the nine individual tournament championships: Maddie Cook, StorytellingTad Monnig, Prose ReadingEmerson Steger, Radio Speaking Also placing for Pacific:Josh Liebhart & Maddie Cook--3rd place, Duet ActingJonah Sprick & Tad Monnig--5th... READ MORE >
Pacific MCJROTC defeats North Brunswick AJROTC Pacific MCJROTC defeated North Brunswick AJROTC 1078 to 1038 last week in the National Air Rifle League. Their second win in a row. With the win, Pacific MCJROTC is in third place overall and first place within their 'Marine Corps Jrotc' conference. They currently have a 5 - 1 record. Pacific MCJROTC was led by,... READ MORE >
Angel Martinez was the winner of the JAG Essay contest “How should a citizen prepare to vote?” for PHS. On November 13, she spent the day in Jefferson City at a reception at the Governor’s Mansion hosted by Governor Mike Parson and the First Lady Teresa Parson. While there, Angel was able to meet other JAG winners from across the state as well as Governor Parson... READ MORE >
Students from Ms. Boyer's World History class took a virtual tour of Greece and other world landmarks using Google Chrome Expedition. The Google Chrome Expedition VR goggles are a new addition to the Library Media Center this year. READ MORE >
October 15, 2019 State DVP Officer Announcement/ Press Release: DECA Fall Leadership & State District VP Officers Conference Ten high school students were recently named state District Vice President officers for the Missouri Association of DECA. The students were elected and installed during the Missouri DECA Fall Leadership and DVP Officer... READ MORE >
Dear Parents: Temperatures are falling, and with that comes wintery weather! The Meramec Valley R-III School District recognizes the challenges that result from school being cancelled due to inclement weather. As such, we want to share some information with you to keep you informed about our district's procedures for school closings and delays due to weather.... READ MORE >
Pacific High School (PHS) Health Occupation Students assist district nurses with elementary health screenings. Health care is among the nation's fastest growing industries and PHS students have the opportunity to prepare to launch careers in health care by enrolling in the course. Students master the following skills: use of personal protective equipment,... READ MORE >
The Meramec Valley R-III School Board approved Network Support I, II, III (Chrome-land Security) Courses for the 2019-2020 school year. The courses are taught by Justin King a native to the school district. Mr. King's unique experience in working in the district's technology department proved to be a perfect match for the courses. Students enrolled in the... READ MORE >
Jenna Anding and Emma Parry were recognized by Mr. Kyle Walz, Odyssey Coordinator, and the Meramec Valley R-III Board of Education for their academic achievement and student leadership. The PHS junior gifted students were nominated to attend the Missouri Scholar Academy (MSA) during the summer of 2019. The academy is an annual three-week residential summer program... READ MORE >
In pursuant to Missouri Senate Bill 638, Section 161.1050, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has established the “Trauma-Informed Schools Initiative.” September 16, 2019 Meramec Valley R-III teachers and staff completed Trauma Informed Schools Training. The training was presented by South Central Regional Professional Development... READ MORE >
Pacific High School Students have the opportunity to participate in Career Day at Busch Stadium, on Wednesday, September 18th. Students and educators will enjoy a special pre-game Q&A/Panel Discussion with executives focusing on careers in sports and media. Following the special presentation, students can attend an exclusive College Fair with representatives from... READ MORE >
Pacific High School Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) was honored with a $1,000 donation presented by the Washington Korean Affairs. Funds will help offset the cost of ROTC uniforms, program materials, and activities. Along with the monetary donation, the Korean Veterans offered to support PHS with other programming needs for the ROTC Program. The gift... READ MORE >
Students Reed Kilker and Madison Greco head to Pacific Intermediate and Riverbend as our first interns from PHS's Network Support course. Students with an interest in computers and technology have been training under Mr. King and will now be traveling to these schools to assist staff and students with Chromebook repairs and troubleshooting. #MVNation READ MORE >
PHS Cybersecurity students interested in a career in the growing field interviewed Debbie Haley; Director of Technology. Haley reviewed the district's Acceptable Use Policy. Later, students provided feedback on the policy that will be shared with policy committee members. Students in the Cybersecurity course establish code of conduct while learning to defend data... READ MORE >
Meramec Valley R-III School District Ketina Armstrong; Director of Communication karmstrong@mvr3.k12.mo.us 636-271-1400 http://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/ The Post-Dispatch NAMES MERAMEC VALLEY R-III SCHOOL DISTRICT A WINNER OF THE ST. LOUIS TOP WORKPLACES 2019 AWARD Pacific, Missouri June 20, 2019– Meramec Valley R-III... READ MORE >