
Due to the forecast of ice and snow along with the timing of the winter storm, Meramec Valley R-III School District is canceling school for Wednesday, February 12.


MVR-III Building Support Staff & Teacher of the Year recipients at Zitzman Elementary & Pacific Intermediate were notified of their honor today. Staff at each building nominate and vote for their peers when deciding this award. We truly appreciate all that you do to help #MVNation continue #GrowingTogether!



MVR-III provides Kindergarten screenings for students kindergarten-eligible in the 2025-26 school year. Screenings are hosted at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center unless noted. Both daytime (8:45 AM - 3 PM) and evening (4:30 - 6:30 PM) slots are available. Daytime dates are March 3, March 24 (at Coleman), April 7 (at Nike), & April 28. Evening dates are March 27 & April 15. Visit bit.ly/MVR3PAT or call 636-271-1464 to schedule your child's screening today! #MVNation #GrowingTogether


This year, Zitzman Elementary participated in the Traveling Mural Project in an effort to connect with other school communities around the world. Each student (and even a few teachers!) designed a circle to be included on our school-wide mural. We then kept one section of the mural and distributed the others to participating schools from New York all the way to South Korea. We are extremely grateful to be able to join in on this culturally enriching program. #MVNation #GrowingTogether





MVR-III Families - Have a child turning 5 before Aug. 1? Kindergarten Registration will be opening soon. Keep an eye out here for updates, and visit bit.ly/MVR3REG for more info. #MVNation


"We must remember that intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
There is no school today in observance of MLK Jr. Day. Have a safe and enjoyable extended weekend, #MVNation!


Help us make a difference in the lives of our over 3,000 Pre-K through 12th grade students. Jobs available now and for next school year. Start the process of finding your home in #MVNation today! Questions? Visit bit.ly/JOINMVR3 for more info, email a member or our HR Department, or call our Central Office at 636-271-1400. #GrowingTogether


Pacific Scenic Regional Library is hosting several free Girl Scouts events. The Snow Science Winter STEM activity is 6:30 PM this evening, Friday, Jan. 17, followed by Galentine's Day on Feb. 12 and Robot Building Fun on Mar. 13. Contact bthurmond@girlscoutsem.org for info.



Keeping MVR-III families & community informed and connected is a top priority. The family experience is about to become even better with the latest update to our district app, which includes easier navigation, centralized family messages, filters, and more. Visit bit.ly/mvr3rooms for details. #MVNation #GrowingTogether


Meramec Valley R-III School District classes resume tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 13. After our extended break, we are excited to continue #GrowingTogether in 2025!
Please dress warm and allow extra time for your commute. If your bus stop is blocked by snow, please select a safe and visible spot to wait for the bus. #MVNation


Inclement Weather Day #7 : Classes are canceled for Friday, January 10, due to unsafe road and parking lot conditions in parts of the District. Stay safe and warm!


PHS student council put together fun themed district-wide dress days for the week of Dec. 16-20. Plan accordingly, #MVNation!


Zitzman Elementary 4th grade leaders might be found helping out in the cafeteria, delivering food, reading morning announcements to the school, and much more. Students review available leadership roles with their teachers. They can fill out an application stating their top 3 roles and why they would be a good fit. Students then receive an orientation once assigned to a role. #MVNation #GrowingTogether






Zitzman Elementary PTO is presenting Polar Express night from 6 - 7:30 PM this Friday, Dec. 13. Tickets are $12 for students and $7 for adults. Experience crafts with elves, cookies & cocoa with Mrs. Claus, reindeer games, and pics with Santa!


Save the Date - Together We Grow Night! Mark your calendars and join us for an evening filled with resources and support for your entire family.
When: Thursday, March 6th at 5:30 PM
Where: Riverbend Middle School
What you'll find:
*Health & Wellness Tips: Learn how to keep your family healthy and happy.
*Academic Support: Get resources to boost your child's learning journey.
*Community Connections: Discover valuable resources available in our community.
*Behavior Support Strategies: Learn tools to promote positive behavior at home and school.
*Managing Screen Time: Help keep kids safe online.
Interested in participating? We're seeking booths to showcase your resources and connect with families! Contact Josh Grodie at jgrodie@mvr3.k12.mo.us or 636-271-1459.


St. Bridget of Kildare will host its traditional Thanksgiving Dinner this Thursday, 11/28, at 223 W. Union St. in Pacific. All are welcome to partake, donate, and/or volunteer! Call 636-271-3993 x201 for info.


Congratulations to Jerri Anding of Zitzman Elementary on her recognition from Emerson as a 2024 Excellence in Teaching Awards honoree! Mrs. Anding joins over 100 educators across the St. Louis area who are examples of exceptional dedication to students and our community. #ExcellenceInTeaching #MVNation #DifferenceMaker


MVR-III students and staff are stepping up to support families impacted by the flood! From lending a helping hand to offering supplies, our community is stronger together. Proud to see #MVNation coming together in a time of need. ❤️ #Service #Community #MVNation #DifferenceMakers @CharacterPlus @character.org


Our thoughts are with each of you as we navigate the flooding affecting our community. To prioritize the safety of our students and staff, the Meramec Valley R-III School District will be closed on Thursday, November 7th, and Friday, November 8th.
During this challenging time, we encourage our staff who are able or willing to volunteer to lend a hand to neighbors, help with sandbagging, or join cleanup efforts once the waters recede. Together, our community will emerge stronger by supporting one another.


Don’t Forget - Set clocks back one hour tonight, and exercise your right to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5th! #MVNation
