Warrior Weekly
Week of February 23-27
What's Happening This Week:
Monday- NO SCHOOL, Professional Development
Tuesday - A Day
Wednesday - B Day
Thursday - C Day
Friday - D Day
Kindness Initiative
We will be officially celebrating Kindness Week in February. In the meantime, the students and staff at Coleman created a kindness tree. Each student made a heart with their name and kind sayings to share.
Decisions made at the State Capitol in Jefferson City directly impact our classrooms, our educators, and—most importantly—our students. As the 2026 Missouri Legislative Session progresses, several key education bills are currently being debated that will shape the landscape of public education for years to come.
To ensure our district’s voice is heard, you are invited to join our newly formed Superintendent Advocacy Task Force on March 2, 2026 at 4:15pm at our Central Office
Summer School Registration!!
Dear MVR-III Parents and Guardians,
Enrollment is now officially open for the Summer Discovery Program at MVR-III!
Summer Discovery is a completely FREE, four-week summer learning experience held Monday through Friday, June 1-30. We invite all incoming K-8 students to join us for a fun-filled month of STEM-based games, exciting field trips, and engaging activities!
What’s New This Year?
To make the process easier for our families, we have streamlined registration. This year, parents will log in to your Parent Portal to confirm information for all students in the household. This single login will prompt you to:
Complete the required Annual Update.
Register students for Kindergarten (if applicable).
Enroll K–8 students in 2026 Summer Discovery.
Completing all three tasks at once saves you time and eliminates the need for multiple separate registrations!
Summer Discovery Sites:
Coleman Elementary
Nike Elementary
Zitzman Elementary
Pacific Intermediate
Riverbend Middle School
Important Deadline:
Please sign up by March 31 to guarantee your student’s spot. Enrollments received after this date will be placed on a waiting list.
To learn more about the program and begin your enrollment, please visit our Summer Discovery website.
We look forward to a summer of discovery with your students!
Best regards,
Meramec Valley R-III School District
2026-27 Kindergarten Registration
Dear MVR-III Families,
Kindergarten registration IS OPEN!!
Because you are an existing family within the district, this will be completed through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Watch this IC online registration video for a preview.
If you do not have your Infinite Campus Parent Portal set up, please contact your school building secretary for assistance. You will be provided a KEY, which can be entered on this Infinite Campus-New User webpage to create your account.
To make the process as easy and efficient as possible for families, the district has streamlined registration so you can take care of several important tasks at the same time.
Through a single login in Infinite Campus, you can confirm information for all students in your household, which will complete your:
- required Annual Update,
- register your child for kindergarten (if applicable),
- and enroll K–8 students in 2026 Summer Discovery.
Completing all three tasks at once saves time and eliminates the need to complete separate registrations.
***An email from the district was sent out with exact directions - if you did not receive it but would like me to send it your way please reach out to me or our school office!***
Girls On The Run
Service Project
Shamwalk & Run 5K Race
Saturday, March 7th at 8:00am
Run or Walk through this St. Patrick's Day 5K before the big parade.
Fun will be had by all ages! Events include 5K (walk or run), Most Spirited Contest, 4 Leaf Clover Run, and Pot of Gold!
Race starts at 8am from the corner of W Union St. and N 2nd St. Check in starts at 7:30. St. Bridget's is allowing racers to park in their school lot as well as parking along the street.
Open Division - $35
MVR-III Students age 11-18 - $20
Kids 10 and under run for free! ($20 for stocking cap which is not included with kids 10 and under.)
There will be vendors to visit before and after the race... plus many local places to hang out in the same block.
Dress up in your best St. Patty's Day gear to win the Most Spirited Contest!
All money raised goes to the MVR-III Bridge Foundation and Back to School Backpack Program.
Spring Dental Safari
Coming to Coleman Elementary on March 12th, 2026. Sign up now!!
MVNation Opportunities
Coffee with Carrie Dates
Family and community engagement is a top priority for the MVR-III School District. To support this goal, Superintendent Dr. Carrie Schwierjohn is hosting monthly Coffee with Carrie sessions.
These informal gatherings offer a dedicated space for parents and community members to ask questions, share new ideas, and stay informed about district news. We invite you to join us for free coffee and conversation at Little Ireland Coffee, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., on the following dates.
February 10, 2026
March 10, 2026
March 31, 2026
April 14, 2026
May 12, 2026
We look forward to seeing you there and hearing your perspectives!
PROPOSITION S: SAFE
SCHOOLS FOR A STRONG FUTURE
On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, residents of the Meramec Valley R-III School District will vote on a $43 million general obligation bond issue. The proposed measure will appear on ballots as Proposition S. If it’s approved by at least 57.14% of voters, approximately $38 million of the bond’s total would be used to construct a new energy-efficient middle school with a storm shelter to replace Pacific Intermediate.
MVR-III property taxpayers WOULD NOT see property tax rates increase because of an approved bond issue.
All families are welcome to our 3rd Annual Family Resource Night on March 12th at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center. This event supports resources for families of children birth - 12th grade.
We want to hear from you!!
Staff Shout Outs
The Warrior Way
What is our vision? What is the Warrior Way?
For the 2025-2026 school year, our district is focusing on Celebrating Success.
The motto of Coleman Elementary this year is "Warriors Rise: courage to learn, strength to succeed." We will focus on building strong relationships with our students, parents and guardians to ensure they have a successful school year.
Save the Date!!
All Things PTO
Meet your Coleman Elementary PTO!!
2025–2026 PTO Board
President: Morgan Copeland
Vice President: Rachel Hill
Treasurer: Chelsey LaFrance
Secretary: Kassandra Guardian Grant
Contact Us
Email:colemanpto63089@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColemanElementaryPTO/
PTO Meetings
Join us every first Monday of the month at 4:15 p.m. in the Coleman library. Keep an eye out for
Theresa Gish, Ed.S.
Coleman Elementary Principal
Email: tgish@mvr3.k12.mo.us
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColemanWarriorsMVR3
Coleman Website: https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/o/coleman
Location: 4536 Coleman Road, Villa Ridge, MO 63089
Phone: 636-742-2133 ext 4000