Please find our PI March Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/0rck4-pacific-intermediate-newsletter?ref=email
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for Marth 9th - March 13th and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books! Start exploring together & set up an eWallet for your student: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/pacificintermediate
#ScholasticBookFairs
#ScholasticBookFairs
Pacific Intermediate 5th grade science classes are diving deep into the mechanics of our planet! 🌎
Students recently completed a hands-on lab exploring Earth’s rotation by creating and using handmade sundials to observe the relationship between the sun’s position and the passage of time.
As they tracked the movement of shadows, students developed an understanding of why we experience day and night. 🌓
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Students recently completed a hands-on lab exploring Earth’s rotation by creating and using handmade sundials to observe the relationship between the sun’s position and the passage of time.
As they tracked the movement of shadows, students developed an understanding of why we experience day and night. 🌓
#MVNation
Huge thanks to every student who submitted an entry for the America 250th Anniversary Essay Contest.
It’s clear that our next generation understands the weight of our past and the potential of our future. Thank you for your hard work and your civic spirit! ✍️📖
The Jag Club at Pacific Intermediate is an organization that focuses on student leadership and community service. Coordinated visits to local facilities like the Pacific Care Center are designed to get students actively involved in their immediate community. This particular event allowed students to interact with an older demographic while providing a structured, engaging morning activity for the care center residents. Following the final round of bingo and the distribution of prizes, the students packed up and returned to Pacific Intermediate for their regular class schedule. Smiles were everywhere as the students and residents enjoyed their donuts and conversation!
Big changes are on the horizon! 🎓✨
Our 5th graders are officially looking ahead to 6th Grade as they explore their elective choices for next year. From fine arts to future-ready tech, they’ve got some big decisions to make! 🎨🎷🤖
📩 Parents: Please keep an eye out for a selection form coming home in your child’s folder today.
The Details:
• Action: Review the choices with your student and sign the form.
• Deadline: Please return the completed paper to school by Friday, March 13th.
We can't wait to see which paths our students choose to take! 🚀
#Rising6thGraders #MiddleSchoolBound #StudentChoice #SaveTheDate
🌟 This Week’s Difference Makers! 🌟
We are bursting with pride as we celebrate our latest round of Difference Makers here at Pacific Intermediate! These incredible students have gone above and beyond to embody our core values and make our school a better place for everyone.
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on those who led with:
🤝 Community.
📚 Learning.
⚖️ Integrity.
💪 Perseverance.
Pictures from Club day 3/3
Pictures from Club day 1/
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Pacific Intermediate Alert: It’s a record! Even though we cleared out our Lost & Found last week, it’s already refilling. 🧥 Please encourage your student to check the bins for any missing jackets, water bottles, or gear this week!
The Meramec Valley R-III School District is proud to highlight our 2025-26 Teachers and Support Staff of the Year! 🎉
Today, we recognize the team members from Pacific Intermediate, Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, and the Central Office who help our schools thrive and our students succeed.
Pacific Intermediate:
⭐️ Joe Elbert, Special Education Teacher
⭐️ Travis Stahlman, Paraprofessional
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center:
⭐️ Kelly Knehans, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
⭐️ Anne Cribbin, Physical Therapist
Central Office:
⭐️ Sarah Thompson, Curriculum & Instruction Coach
Please join us in congratulating these staff members for their positive impact on our students, families, and colleagues across MVR-III!
#MVNation
Today, we recognize the team members from Pacific Intermediate, Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center, and the Central Office who help our schools thrive and our students succeed.
Pacific Intermediate:
⭐️ Joe Elbert, Special Education Teacher
⭐️ Travis Stahlman, Paraprofessional
Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center:
⭐️ Kelly Knehans, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
⭐️ Anne Cribbin, Physical Therapist
Central Office:
⭐️ Sarah Thompson, Curriculum & Instruction Coach
Please join us in congratulating these staff members for their positive impact on our students, families, and colleagues across MVR-III!
#MVNation
Families can still register incoming kindergarteners for the 2026-27 school year! 🎉
Children who turn five on or before August 1, 2026, are eligible to enroll. Registering early helps families receive timely information about screenings, school events, orientations, and important next steps.
How to get started:
➡️ Families new to MVR-III should contact the office of their assigned school Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. School staff will share guidance and a registration link to begin the enrollment process.
➡️ Families with students already attending MVR-III will complete kindergarten registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
➡️ Families whose children are not enrolled in MVR-III prekindergarten will need to schedule a kindergarten screening. To sign up for a kindergarten screening time, complete the online screening form: https://bit.ly/MVR3KDG
Learn more about kindergarten registration on our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251
Children who turn five on or before August 1, 2026, are eligible to enroll. Registering early helps families receive timely information about screenings, school events, orientations, and important next steps.
How to get started:
➡️ Families new to MVR-III should contact the office of their assigned school Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. School staff will share guidance and a registration link to begin the enrollment process.
➡️ Families with students already attending MVR-III will complete kindergarten registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
➡️ Families whose children are not enrolled in MVR-III prekindergarten will need to schedule a kindergarten screening. To sign up for a kindergarten screening time, complete the online screening form: https://bit.ly/MVR3KDG
Learn more about kindergarten registration on our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2674251
Showing up is half the battle, and these students nailed it! 🏆
Huge congratulations to our students who were recognized today for 100% Perfect Attendance during the second trimester. Your dedication and consistency are seriously impressive—keep that momentum going into the final stretch of the year!
We’re so proud of your commitment to being here and ready to learn every single day. 👏📚
#StudentSuccess #PerfectAttendance #ProudSchool #Commitment
Student researchers at Pacific Intermediate have been hard at work tracking the top 10 winningest countries in the Winter Olympics—and following the most popular winter events! 🥇
Each day, our math-letes stay engaged by:
✅ Updating their graphs with the latest medal counts
✅ Finalizing event podiums as results come in
✅ Researching data on historical Olympic trends
This real-world connection to math keeps learning exciting, relevant, and fun!
#MVNation
Each day, our math-letes stay engaged by:
✅ Updating their graphs with the latest medal counts
✅ Finalizing event podiums as results come in
✅ Researching data on historical Olympic trends
This real-world connection to math keeps learning exciting, relevant, and fun!
#MVNation
The Meramec Valley R-III School District has named Alison McAtee as the next principal of Pacific Intermediate School. 🎉
Mrs. McAtee has served the district since 2003 and has been assistant principal at Pacific Intermediate since 2023. She brings more than 20 years of experience in education, including roles as a secondary instructional coach, English language arts teacher, teacher of the deaf, and speech implementer.
The Board of Education approved her appointment to begin in July, and she looks forward to leading Pacific Intermediate into the 2026-27 school year. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. McAtee on her new role and continued service to our students, staff, and families! 👏
Read the full announcement about Alison McAtee’s appointment as principal of Pacific Intermediate: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2718205
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Mrs. McAtee has served the district since 2003 and has been assistant principal at Pacific Intermediate since 2023. She brings more than 20 years of experience in education, including roles as a secondary instructional coach, English language arts teacher, teacher of the deaf, and speech implementer.
The Board of Education approved her appointment to begin in July, and she looks forward to leading Pacific Intermediate into the 2026-27 school year. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. McAtee on her new role and continued service to our students, staff, and families! 👏
Read the full announcement about Alison McAtee’s appointment as principal of Pacific Intermediate: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2718205
#MVNation
Members of Pacific Intermediate’s Crystal Club were rocking their geology exploration as they carefully used tools to crack open ordinary-looking geodes and reveal sparkling crystals inside. 💎✨
Students discovered that you cannot always judge a geode by its cover, as some were filled with clear quartz while others revealed beautiful smoky layers. It was a smashing success as students explored geology firsthand and uncovered the hidden treasures beneath their feet!
#MVNation
Students discovered that you cannot always judge a geode by its cover, as some were filled with clear quartz while others revealed beautiful smoky layers. It was a smashing success as students explored geology firsthand and uncovered the hidden treasures beneath their feet!
#MVNation
Enrollment is now open for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III, a 4-week summer learning experience. ☀️
Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. Incoming K-8 students are invited to join a fun-filled month of STEM-based games, exciting field trips, engaging activities, and plenty of fun!
Summer Discovery sites include:
👉 Coleman Elementary
👉 Nike Elementary
👉 Zitzman Elementary
👉 Pacific Intermediate
👉 Riverbend Middle School
Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’s spot! Enrollments received after March 31 will be placed on a waiting list.
To learn more about the Summer Discovery Program and complete enrollment, visit our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/summer-discovery
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Summer Discovery will be held Monday through Friday, June 1-30, and is completely FREE. Incoming K-8 students are invited to join a fun-filled month of STEM-based games, exciting field trips, engaging activities, and plenty of fun!
Summer Discovery sites include:
👉 Coleman Elementary
👉 Nike Elementary
👉 Zitzman Elementary
👉 Pacific Intermediate
👉 Riverbend Middle School
Sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’s spot! Enrollments received after March 31 will be placed on a waiting list.
To learn more about the Summer Discovery Program and complete enrollment, visit our website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/summer-discovery
#MVNation
Our Pacific Intermediate Student Ambassadors, alongside club leaders Ms. Speicher and Ms. Stumborg, wanted to do something special to help spread love throughout our school community. 💕
They created a “Spread Love” bulletin board, on which students wrote postcards sharing simple, meaningful ways to show kindness and care for others. From small acts of encouragement to thoughtful gestures, the board quickly filled with reminders of how each of us can make a difference.
This display is a beautiful reflection of what it means to be positive, supportive members of our school community every single day. 💌
#MVNation
They created a “Spread Love” bulletin board, on which students wrote postcards sharing simple, meaningful ways to show kindness and care for others. From small acts of encouragement to thoughtful gestures, the board quickly filled with reminders of how each of us can make a difference.
This display is a beautiful reflection of what it means to be positive, supportive members of our school community every single day. 💌
#MVNation
Congratulations to this week's difference makers!
