Zitzman Elementary School

Did you know MVR-III has its own Parents as Teachers program? We do, and it's FREE! We are excited to offer our services to anyone within the district. To learn about the program and to sign up, visit bit.ly/MVR3PAT or call the Early Learning Center at 636-271-1464. #MVNation

Happy Labor Day, Zitzman Families!
We hope you are enjoying a safe and relaxing long weekend with family and friends. Just a reminder—there is no school today, Monday, September 1st.
We’ll see everyone back tomorrow, ready for a great week of learning! 💜✨
#RiseUpAndShineOn #ZitzmanElementary #ZitzmanPride #ZitzmanStrong #MVNation

MVR-III is excited to announce Dental Safari as our new mobile dental company. Dental Safari offers onsite dentistry with a wide range of services such as comprehensive oral evaluation, digital radiographs, cleaning, sealants, fluoride treatment, in class dental education, and onsite follow up restorative care if needed. Dental Safari focuses on child care at school and brings the office to the patient. Children can quickly visit the dentist and return to class, reducing the amount of missed class time.

Parents will need to complete a consent form to enroll their student for services. Consents forms were distributed at registrations and are also available online at www.DentalSafariForms.com. We look forward to partnering with Dental Safari at these upcoming building visits:

Sept. 3, 2025 - Riverbend Middle
Sept. 10 - Robertsville Elementary
Sept. 11 - Coleman Elementary
Sept. 15-16 - Zitzman Elementary
Sept. 17 - Doris Hoffman ELC
Sept. 18 - Pacific Intermediate
Sept. 25-26 - Nike Elementary
Sept. 29-30 - Pacific High

Get ready for a new tradition! Join the MVR-III school district for the inaugural "Bridging the Future" event on Friday, September 5th, at halftime of the PHS varsity football game. This special event will bring together our Class of 2038 & Class of 2026. Kindergartners will meet the seniors in the middle of the field, where they will receive a gift to officially welcome them to the district. We ask that all participants wear purple to show their school spirit! Please fill out the form at bit.ly/PHS2KDG if your kindergartner or senior plans on attending, so we can ensure everyone receives a gift. #MVNation

🌟 Girls on the Run is BACK! 🌟 We’re thrilled to bring Girls on the Run back to our school for the 2025–2026 school year! Open to all 3rd and 4th grade girls, this inspiring program meets twice a week for 8 weeks. Girls will build confidence, make friends, get active, and learn essential life skills—all while having FUN! 🎉👟 The season wraps up with a noncompetitive 5K, completed with a Running Buddy like a parent, guardian, or trusted adult. 💜 Register now! 📝 All the details are on the flyer below. Let’s rise, run, and grow together! 💪 #GirlsOnTheRun #RiseUpAndShineOn #GOTR #RegisterNow #EmpoweredGirls #GOTR2025

📅 Save the Date! 📅

Zitzman families—mark your calendars! 🖍️
Open House is happening on Thursday, August 14, from 5:00–7:00 PM.

Come meet your teacher, check out your classroom, and get ready for a great new school year! 🎒✏️📚

Please note: Open House times will be staggered by last name. We’ll share the schedule soon!

#ZitzmanElementary #MVNation #RiseUpAndShineOn #CelebratingSuccess

📣 Our Leadership & Support Team is Back! 💙✨
We’re thrilled to welcome back our amazing administration, office staff, and nurse for the 2025–2026 school year! These dedicated professionals are the heart of Zitzman—leading with care, keeping things running smoothly, and supporting our students and families every step of the way.
👩‍💼 Principal: Dr. Sladek
👩‍💼 Assistant Principal: Mrs. Pruett
🧾 School Secretaries: Mrs. Tylka & Mrs. Mizner
🩺 School Nurse: Nurse McKenna
We’re so thankful to have this incredible team returning for another year of learning, laughter, and leadership! 💛
#ZitzmanElementary #MVNation #RiseUpAndShineOn #TeamZitzman

MVR-III Summer Discovery begins Monday, June 2. Parents may access bus routes via the BusRight app. Find download info at bit.ly/MVR3BUS. #MVNation #GrowingTogether

Don't forget! It's the final Purple Friday tomorrow as our Seniors have their Send-Off walk-throughs! Wear your purple and cheer them on! 💜 #MVNation

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is coming! Starting Monday, let's take a moment to thank the hardworking heart of #MVNation – our teachers and staff. A little kindness goes a long way!

MVR-III staff and students enjoyed the 8th Annual Special Education Field Day this morning. Established for special needs students across the district, the 2025 edition was coordinated by co-chairs Cathy Bearden, Stacy Kloeppel, Allison Daves, Jordan Garlik, and Kassie Nowak. This inclusive event is a community effort made possible through the hard work and assistance of our staff, high school students, and sponsors. Special thanks to Pacific Indians Sports Club, Franklin County United Way, R. H. Bruns Vault & Monument, Show-Me Acro, Haue Valley, Pacific Athletic Department, PHS Student Council, PHS JAG, PHS JROTC, PHS Concessions, Amanda Hollingsworth, Bank of Washington, Jasper Builders, Radio Comm Co., and Anonymous! #MVNation #GrowingTogether

Classes in MVR-III resume tomorrow, Tuesday, April 22. It's also Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Let's give a HUGE thank you to our amazing bus drivers who safely transport our students & provide a positive start (and end) to their day. Your dedication is much appreciated! #MVNation

Enrollment for MVR-III SACC Summer Sessions has begun, and you can start the process at mvr3.revtrak.net. Registration for the 2025-26 school year will begin May 1st. Visit bit.ly/MVR3SACC for more info. #MVNation #GrowingTogether

MVR-III is celebrating National Assistant Principals Week with immense gratitude for our dedicated APs! Mrs. Christine Pruett (Zitzman Elementary), Mrs. Alison McAtee (Pacific Intermediate), Mr. Ken Grodie (Riverbend Middle), and Mr. Andy Herbst & Mr. Jeff Hermann (Pacific High), your hard work shapes the positive learning environments of #MVNation. Thank you for your leadership and commitment! #GrowingTogether

📢 Prop M for MVR-III – No Tax Increase Bond 📢 is on the April 8th ballot and will allow MVR-III to build a net zero ready school, lowering energy costs and serving as an educational tool to teach students about sustainability practices, all while potentially saving money on utility bills to be allocated to other facilities across the district: 🧱Like the 2021 Zitzman addition, the new middle school would be built with ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) walls that provide superior energy efficiency and increased strength & durability. ⬇️The Zitzman addition is using 39% less energy per square foot than the national average for K-12 school buildings. ⚡Energy usage at ZE is 34% less than the previous structure, which is a direct energy cost savings to MVR-III! 🗳️ Prop M is a NO Tax Increase investment in our students and schools. Remember to Vote Tomorrow! #MVNation #MovingForwardTogether

📢 Prop M for MVR-III – No Tax Increase Bond 📢 is on the April 8th ballot and will bring exciting improvements for our students, including: 🏫 A New Middle School – A brand-new 7th-8th grade school will be built on the Pacific High School campus 🔄 Reimagined Learning Spaces – Students in grades 5 & 6 students will move to the current Riverbend School 🚀 Maximizing Usage of District Facilities – New learning space for Alternative Program students and additional office/storage space at Pacific Intermediate 🗳️ Vote on April 8th (or now with No Excuse Absentee Voting). Prop M is a NO Tax Increase investment in our students and schools! #NoTaxIncrease #MVNation #MovingForwardTogether

📢Did You Know? Voting for the April 8th Election is Happening Now! "No Excuse Absentee Voting" can only be done in person at the County Clerk/Election Authority's Office. 🗳️You don't have to wait until Election Day to cast your vote! Here's what you need to know: **What:** Early Voting for the April 8th Election. **Where:** Franklin County: M-F from 8:00am-4:30pm/Sat. 8am-12pm at 400 E. Locust Rm 201 in Union. Jefferson County: M-F from 8:00am-5:00pm/Sat. 8am-12pm at 729 Maple St., Hillsboro. St. Louis County: M-F from 8:00am-4:30pm/Sat. 9am-1pm at 300 Clarkson Rod., Ellisville or 1010 Meramec Station Rd, Ballwin for West St. Louis County voters **Why:** Avoid long lines, possible flooding delays, and vote at your convenience! #NoTaxIncrease #MVNation #MovingForwardTogether

Registration is now open for Pacific High School 2025 Summer Sports Camps. All camps are held on the PHS campus and are $35 per attendee, per camp. View options at bit.ly/PHScamps or visit pacificsportscamps.com to register. Complete your registration by May 15 to secure a free camp T-shirt! Mark your calendars for 25-26 Athletic Teams Registration, which will open July 1. #MVNation

🚍School Buses Matter! 🚍 📢 Prop M for MVR-III – No Tax Increase Bond 📢 is on the April 8th ballot to help update our aging bus fleet: ✅ Our buses work hard every day with an average of 100+ miles added daily ✅ Eleven of our 37 buses have over 200,000 miles of service ✅ New buses can cost up to $140,000 each 🏆 MVR-III Transportation has been proudly recognized for 13 years of MO State Highway Patrol Fleet Excellence for Safety. This is a no-tax increase investment to continue providing safe, reliable transportation to our students. 🗳️ Vote on April 8th! #NoTaxIncrease #MVNation #MovingForwardTogether