LAST REMINDER: If you plan to come to watch the ZE Halloween Parade at 2pm you must sign up at this link (Password: HP2026) https://www.kidaccount.net/meramecvalley/events/eventregistration
If you plan to take your student home after the parade you must sign up here: https://forms.gle/YmB46Wnk14Pz8EUA7
Addition details and information can be found in the Chief Weekly: https://app.smore.com/n/wd5cq
ALL SIGN UPS CLOSE AT 10:00AM today. Happy Friday!
Zitzman families—we need your help tomorrow! We are SO close to reaching our 95% October attendance goal. If we hit 95% tomorrow, students will get to celebrate by watching a hilarious staff inflatable relay race! Help us make it happen by getting your child to school and keeping them here ALL day—races will start around 2pm— no early pick-ups if possible! 💜💛
Come join us TONIGHT for Zitzman Elementary’s Student Learning Night! We’ll see you at 6:00 PM!
We can’t wait to see our Chiefs and their families to show off our learning and connect...bonus you get to leave with a cookie and new book!
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We can’t wait to see our Chiefs and their families to show off our learning and connect...bonus you get to leave with a cookie and new book!
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Our Zitzman Elementary 3rd grade students used Play-Doh to explore and demonstrate the Distributive Property of Multiplication! 👏
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A familiar face brought extra smiles to Zitzman Elementary! 🤗
Ms. Thurston’s class welcomed retired kindergarten teacher Mrs. Anding as the second special guest in their guest reader series. Students were thrilled to see her again and enjoyed sharing this special time together.
Thank you, Mrs. Anding, for returning to Zitzman, sharing your love of reading, and showing our students the lasting impact of meaningful relationships!
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Ms. Thurston’s class welcomed retired kindergarten teacher Mrs. Anding as the second special guest in their guest reader series. Students were thrilled to see her again and enjoyed sharing this special time together.
Thank you, Mrs. Anding, for returning to Zitzman, sharing your love of reading, and showing our students the lasting impact of meaningful relationships!
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Join MVR-III tonight at the Millstone Village Senior Reception Room in Pacific at 7:00pm for the final Small Group Sit-Down!
Parents and community members are invited to discuss questions and information regarding Prop K.
Prop K for Kids is a zero tax rate increase bond referendum on the November 3, 2026, ballot. Bring your questions to a Small Group Sit-Down, and learn more by visiting the district website.
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Parents and community members are invited to discuss questions and information regarding Prop K.
Prop K for Kids is a zero tax rate increase bond referendum on the November 3, 2026, ballot. Bring your questions to a Small Group Sit-Down, and learn more by visiting the district website.
#MVNation
Hi, Zitzman families! Our CharacterPlus parent survey window is extended and now open through Thursday, October 15, at 10 p.m. It takes about 10 minutes, and responses are anonymous.
We had 149 responses in 2024 and 173 in 2025; so far this year, we have 56. I’d love to hear from more of our families so we can keep growing!
Take the survey: https://CharacterPlus.surveymonkey.com/r/ParentsZES26
Password: zitz325
We had 149 responses in 2024 and 173 in 2025; so far this year, we have 56. I’d love to hear from more of our families so we can keep growing!
Take the survey: https://CharacterPlus.surveymonkey.com/r/ParentsZES26
Password: zitz325
One week remains to register to vote in the November election!
Register to vote in Franklin County:
📍 Franklin County Clerk's Office at 400 East Locust, Room 201, Union
📍 Pacific License Bureau at 730 West Osage Street, Pacific
📍 Scenic Regional Library at 111 Lamar Parkway, Pacific
Register to vote in Jefferson County:
📍 Jefferson County Clerk’s Office at 729 Maple St, Hillsboro
📍 Jefferson County Library - Northwest at 5680 State Rd PP, High Ridge
📍 Jefferson County Library - 1701 Missouri State Rd, Arnold
Register to vote in St. Louis County:
📍 St. Louis County Clerk’s Office at 41 S. Central, St. Louis
📍 Pacific License Bureau at 730 West Osage Street, Pacific
To register to vote or learn more about voter registration options, visit the Missouri Secretary of State’s website.
Proposition K will appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot. Proposed projects would be completed with a ZERO tax rate increase.
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Register to vote in Franklin County:
📍 Franklin County Clerk's Office at 400 East Locust, Room 201, Union
📍 Pacific License Bureau at 730 West Osage Street, Pacific
📍 Scenic Regional Library at 111 Lamar Parkway, Pacific
Register to vote in Jefferson County:
📍 Jefferson County Clerk’s Office at 729 Maple St, Hillsboro
📍 Jefferson County Library - Northwest at 5680 State Rd PP, High Ridge
📍 Jefferson County Library - 1701 Missouri State Rd, Arnold
Register to vote in St. Louis County:
📍 St. Louis County Clerk’s Office at 41 S. Central, St. Louis
📍 Pacific License Bureau at 730 West Osage Street, Pacific
To register to vote or learn more about voter registration options, visit the Missouri Secretary of State’s website.
Proposition K will appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot. Proposed projects would be completed with a ZERO tax rate increase.
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Homecoming is this week, #MVNation!
Get ready to show your school spirit each day, Reality TV Edition:
➡️ Monday, September 28 – The Voice: Wear a band or singer T-shirt
➡️ Tuesday, September 29 – Duck Dynasty: Wear camouflage
➡️ Wednesday, September 30 – American Ninja Warrior: Wear red, white, and blue or USA-themed clothing
➡️ Thursday, October 1 – Survivor: Wear tropical-themed clothing
➡️ Friday, October 2 – Family Feud: Show your school spirit by wearing your grade level or group’s assigned color
Homecoming events will also take place throughout the week, including Powderpuff on Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00pm, the Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 2, at 2:30pm, and the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, October 2, at 7:00pm.
To sign up for the Homecoming Parade, visit https://bit.ly/mvr3parade.
For more information about Homecoming and the full schedule of events, visit https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/3129317
Get ready to show your school spirit each day, Reality TV Edition:
➡️ Monday, September 28 – The Voice: Wear a band or singer T-shirt
➡️ Tuesday, September 29 – Duck Dynasty: Wear camouflage
➡️ Wednesday, September 30 – American Ninja Warrior: Wear red, white, and blue or USA-themed clothing
➡️ Thursday, October 1 – Survivor: Wear tropical-themed clothing
➡️ Friday, October 2 – Family Feud: Show your school spirit by wearing your grade level or group’s assigned color
Homecoming events will also take place throughout the week, including Powderpuff on Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00pm, the Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 2, at 2:30pm, and the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, October 2, at 7:00pm.
To sign up for the Homecoming Parade, visit https://bit.ly/mvr3parade.
For more information about Homecoming and the full schedule of events, visit https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/3129317
Our 4th Grade Navigators at Zitzman Elementary lent a helping hand to the PTO by assisting with mums pickup! 🌼
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ZE Grandparents/VIP Day is tomorrow! Please see the attached parking map. Guests may park in Zitzman’s front, side, or back lots, or in Pacific Intermediate’s side lot and along the fence line. Please do not park along N. Indian Pride Dr. as some of our events will be during Pacific Intermediate dismissal.
Registration is now closed. Pre-registered guests should go straight to the library. Guests who did not register must check in at the Zitzman office for a visitor pass before joining the event. We can’t wait to see everyone!
Zitzman Elementary 3rd grade students took on the Great Bean Challenge! 🙌
Working together, students counted and organized beans while practicing place value in this hands-on math activity.
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Working together, students counted and organized beans while practicing place value in this hands-on math activity.
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Homecoming is next week, Reality TV Edition! 📺
Get ready to show your school spirit each day:
➡️ Monday, September 28 – The Voice: Wear a band or singer T-shirt
➡️ Tuesday, September 29 – Duck Dynasty: Wear camouflage
➡️ Wednesday, September 30 – American Ninja Warrior: Wear red, white, and blue or USA-themed clothing
➡️ Thursday, October 1 – Survivor: Wear tropical-themed clothing
➡️ Friday, October 2 – Family Feud: Show your school spirit by wearing your grade level or group’s assigned color
Homecoming events will also take place throughout the week, including Powderpuff on Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00pm, the Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 2, at 2:30pm, and the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, October 2, at 7:00pm.
To sign up for the Homecoming Parade, visit https://bit.ly/mvr3parade.
For more information about Homecoming and the full schedule of events, visit https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/3129317.
#MVNation
Get ready to show your school spirit each day:
➡️ Monday, September 28 – The Voice: Wear a band or singer T-shirt
➡️ Tuesday, September 29 – Duck Dynasty: Wear camouflage
➡️ Wednesday, September 30 – American Ninja Warrior: Wear red, white, and blue or USA-themed clothing
➡️ Thursday, October 1 – Survivor: Wear tropical-themed clothing
➡️ Friday, October 2 – Family Feud: Show your school spirit by wearing your grade level or group’s assigned color
Homecoming events will also take place throughout the week, including Powderpuff on Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00pm, the Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 2, at 2:30pm, and the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, October 2, at 7:00pm.
To sign up for the Homecoming Parade, visit https://bit.ly/mvr3parade.
For more information about Homecoming and the full schedule of events, visit https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/3129317.
#MVNation
You're invited! 💜
Curious about Prop K? Come by Pacific Intermediate tonight at 7:00 PM for an Open House and facility tour. District leaders will be on hand to answer questions and share details with parents and community members.
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Curious about Prop K? Come by Pacific Intermediate tonight at 7:00 PM for an Open House and facility tour. District leaders will be on hand to answer questions and share details with parents and community members.
#MVNation
A familiar face returned to Zitzman Elementary to share the joy of reading! 📚
Retired teacher Mrs. Snyder came back to read stories to Mrs. Thurston’s 2nd grade class, bringing smiles, memories, and a love of books to her former school community.
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Retired teacher Mrs. Snyder came back to read stories to Mrs. Thurston’s 2nd grade class, bringing smiles, memories, and a love of books to her former school community.
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❗️REMINDER❗️ PTO MUM Fundraiser Pick Up is TODAY (Friday Sept. 18th).
Drive- Thru style on the side of our building to pick up your mums between Noon-2pm or 4-6pm💜❤️
The Meramec Valley R-III School District is pleased to announce details for the 2026 Homecoming festivities. This year’s theme, ‘Reality TV Edition,’ will bring students, staff, and the school community together for a week of school spirit, themed activities, and Homecoming celebrations.
Read more about Homecoming week at: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/3129317
Read more about Homecoming week at: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/3129317
Students in Mrs. Karl’s resource room at Zitzman Elementary reflected on what makes them feel good about themselves and what makes them feel important. ❤️
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Stay connected with the latest MVR-III news and important district announcements by subscribing to the Tomahawk Tribune! ✍️
Get updates delivered straight to your inbox so you can stay informed about what is happening across the district.
Subscribe here: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/tomahawk-tribune-newsletter
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Subscribe here: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/page/tomahawk-tribune-newsletter
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Coffee with Dr. Carrie starts tomorrow! ☕
Each week, Superintendent Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn will host a morning conversation where community members can connect, ask questions, and learn more about Prop K. Sessions will take place from 8:00 to 9:00am.
The first Coffee with Dr. Carrie is tomorrow, September 10, at Pacific Family Restaurant.
➡️ September 10: Pacific Family Restaurant
➡️ September 16: McDonald’s
➡️ September 24: Hardees
➡️ September 30: Little Ireland
➡️ October 6: Pacific Family Restaurant
➡️ October 14: McDonald’s
➡️ October 20: Hardees
➡️ October 28: Little Ireland
We hope to see you!
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Each week, Superintendent Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn will host a morning conversation where community members can connect, ask questions, and learn more about Prop K. Sessions will take place from 8:00 to 9:00am.
The first Coffee with Dr. Carrie is tomorrow, September 10, at Pacific Family Restaurant.
➡️ September 10: Pacific Family Restaurant
➡️ September 16: McDonald’s
➡️ September 24: Hardees
➡️ September 30: Little Ireland
➡️ October 6: Pacific Family Restaurant
➡️ October 14: McDonald’s
➡️ October 20: Hardees
➡️ October 28: Little Ireland
We hope to see you!
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