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Week of September 29th - October 3rd, 2025

Chief Weekly Week of September 29th - October 3rd, 2025

Week @ a Glance: Week @ a Glance:

Monday: D Day. Good News Club 3:45-4:45

Tuesday: A Day. Girls on the Run Practice 3:45-5:00pm.

Wednesday: B Day.

Thursday: C Day. Girls on the Run Practice 3:45-5:00pm.

Friday: D Day.

🎉 Celebrating Success at Zitzman! 🎉 🎉 Celebrating Success at Zitzman! 🎉

Attendance

Congratulations to Mrs. Schlueter’s and Mrs. Centerino’s classes for the 3rd time earning the letters to spell CHIEFS in our attendance challenge! Both classes earned extra Chromebook time as their reward. We are so proud of their commitment to being here each day—thank you for helping us encourage great attendance, as every day at school makes a difference in learning and success.

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Parent Volunteer Support Needed - Zitzman Clubs! Parent Volunteer Support Needed - Zitzman Clubs!

At Zitzman Elementary, our teachers dedicate so much time and energy to teaching and learning every day—and one of the unique “above and beyond” gifts we are able to offer our students is the wide variety of after-school clubs. These clubs wouldn’t be possible without the extra effort from staff and the partnership of parent volunteers. This year, with the goal of keeping balance and “filling our cups” while still giving back, we are seeking parent volunteers for a few of our clubs.

Parent Volunteer Needs

  • Spirit Squad – 2 parent volunteers needed

    • Meets TBD (Day of week), 3:45–4:45 PM (November–March)

    • Students lead cheers, create signs, and spread school spirit at events.

  • Read, Right, Run – 3 parent volunteers needed

    • Meets Fridays, 7:40-8:05am (Mid Octover–April)

    • Students read, perform acts of kindness, and run together as they work toward a marathon goal.

  • Drama Club (4th Grade) – Possibly 2 parent volunteers needed later this year

    • Tentative start in January

    • Students learn acting basics, teamwork, and perform a short play.

FYI – No Volunteers Needed

  • Book Club – There will only be one session offered this year, led fully by staff.

  • Yoga & STEAM Clubs – These clubs will continue to run this year, but no additional parent volunteers are needed at this time.

Important Notes

  • All volunteers must have a current MVR3 background check on file.

  • Volunteers must be able to commit to all scheduled days and times.

  • If you are interested, please complete the volunteer interest form. Submitting the form does not guarantee placement—we will contact you directly if you are selected and needed for a role.

Somehow should say - we will notify you If you are selected and needed as a parent volunteer. Otherwise you are to just complete the form if able willing and interested and if needed you will be contacted.

Click Here to Complete the Interest Form!

2025 Homecoming Festivities Announced 2025 Homecoming Festivities Announced

MVR-III is pleased to announce details for the 2025 Homecoming festivities. Friday, October 17th, is a half-day, which will allow all students, staff, and school groups the opportunity to participate in the Homecoming Parade at 2:30 PM that afternoon. Pacific High School (PHS) is featuring tailgating activities, which will include food trucks starting at 5:00 PM directly behind PHS, followed by a 7:00 PM football game kickoff versus the Hermann Bearcats.

Other Homecoming activities will include a district-wide spirit week, junior and senior powderpuff football game, and the high school dance. See the Frequently Asked Questions below for more information.


October 17th Timeline of Events

Early Release Day

Grades 5-12 release at 12:00 PM
Grades PreK-4 release at 1:10 PM
Float Line Up Time: 1:30 PM
Participant Bus Drop Off Time: 2:00 PM

Parade - Start Time: 2:30 PM

Participant Bus Return Time: 3:45 PM
Hall of Fame Induction Social at PHS - Start Time: 4:00 PM
Hall of Fame Presentation in the PHS Auditorium: 4:45PM (Open to the public)
Tailgating - Start Time: 5:00 PM
Football Game - Pregame Introductions at 6:30 PM & Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Homecoming Half-time Presentation at 7:45 PM


  • Parade Sign Up Link: bit.ly/mvr3parade
  • Tailgating Food Truck/Vendor Sign Up - Contact Blair Thompson at (636) 271-1414
  • Homecoming Parade Theme - Pixel Perfect: Video/Gaming

Homecoming Parade Route

The parade will travel down West Union Street, make a right onto First Street, turn right onto St. Louis Street, then turn right onto South 6th Street, to end on West Union Street near the Pacific Fire Department.


Floats, trailers, trucks, and vehicles entered in the parade will need to check-in and enter Zitzman’s parking lot from Payne Street. Participants being dropped off or picked up will enter off of Osage Street onto the Pacific Intermediate parking lot. Drivers will loop around and exit onto Osage Street.


Click here to view the full article on the MVR3 Website for all the Frequently Asked Questions

https://www.mvr3.k12.mo.us/article/2431039

Breakfast Menu Breakfast Menu

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Lunch Menu Lunch Menu

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Free and Reduced Meal Application
Click Here to view the Online Lunch Menu

MVNation Opportunities MVNation Opportunities

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Click here to sign up for the Princess Ball!
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Click here to sign up for the Glow Dance:

Oasis Tutoring Oasis Tutoring

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All Things PTO All Things PTO

Please take time to RSVP for PTO Bingo Night. Right now we have such a low number of RSVP's that we will not buy prizes or continue with the event if we do not get more RSVP's this coming week!

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Contact Us

Email: zitzmanelempto@gmail.com

Facebook: facebook.com/zitzmanelempto

Donations: https://givebutter.com/zitzman-elementary-pto


25-26 PTO Activities

  • Oct. 17th - Homecoming Parade Float
  • Oct. 30th - Trunk or Treat
  • Dec. 12th - Pizza with Santa
  • Mar. 28th - Trivia Night

Zitzman Spirit Wear! Zitzman Spirit Wear!

Zitzman Store

Preview our Spirit Wear store! Get yourself some Zitzman or MVR3 gear to show your spirit on purple Fridays or wear our logo around town proudly! Lots of good items and you are able to pick colors and logos to customize to your liking!

Zitzman Elementary School - Spirit Wear Store — Rockwood Litho

Show your school spirit!

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MVR3 Spirit Wear! MVR3 Spirit Wear!

District Store

This store has a WIDE variety of options and mostly PHS and Athletics based but there are some options where you can choose the Zitzman logo or just the district logo!

PACIFIC HIGH SCHOOL INDIANS - PACIFIC, Missouri - Sideline Store - BSN Sports

PACIFIC HIGH SCHOOL INDIANS Sideline Store. Find customizable apparel, including t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and more merchandise and gear. -

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Guiding Us This School Year: Our Why & How Guiding Us This School Year: Our Why & How

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25-26 Elementary Student Handbook

Looking Ahead - Save the Date: Looking Ahead - Save the Date:

  • Oct 6th-10th - Fire Prevention Week!
  • Oct 9th - Kdg Field Trip (Herbst, Snyder & Dillard)
  • Oct 10th - Kdg Field Trip (Anding & Dunn)
  • Oct 13th - NO SCHOOL. Staff PD Day
  • Oct 15th - ZE PTO Mtg
  • Oct 15th - MVR3 Board Mtg
  • Oct 17th - Early Release @ 1:10pm. MVR3 Homecoming Parade @ 2:30pm
  • Oct 29th - 2nd Grade Field Trip
  • Oct 29th - Picture Retake Day
  • Oct 30th - 3rd Grade Field Trip
  • Oct 30th - PTO Trunk or Treat Night
  • Oct 31st - Halloween Parade 2:00pm

From me to you... From me to you...

Dear Zitzman Families,

At Zitzman Elementary, learning isn’t just about reading, writing, or math—it’s about growing together as a community. Every day, our classrooms and hallways are filled with students discovering their strengths, supporting one another, and finding their place in our school family.


A sense of belonging matters. When children feel safe, valued, and connected, they’re more confident to try new things, ask questions, and take on challenges. This connection doesn’t just happen—it’s built through the care, encouragement, and collaboration of teachers, staff, and families like you.


Thank you for helping create a school where every student feels seen, heard, and supported. Together, we’re not just teaching academics—we’re shaping a community where every child can thrive.


Leading & learning,
Dr. Sladek

Contact Us: Contact Us:

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Jenn Mizner, Secretary

jmizner@mvr3.k12.mo.us

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Paula Tylka, Secretary

ptylka@mvr3.k12.mo.us

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Krysten Agee, SACC Coordinator

kagee@mvr3.k12.mo.us

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Amy Flexsenhar, Counselor

aflexsenhar@mvr3.k12.mo.us

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Erin Lydon-Lorson, Counselor

elydonlorson@mvr3.k12.mo.us

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McKenna Ounanian, Nurse

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Christine Pruett, Assistant Principal

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Jenna Sladek, Principal

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Zitzman Elementary
From the Desk of Dr. Sladek & Mrs. Pruett

Zitzman Elementary School
255 S. Indian Pride Drive
Pacific, MO 63069
Zitzman Chiefs
#RiseUp&ShineOn


Meramec Valley R-III School District

www.mvr3.k12.mo.us
Together We Make a Difference in Doing What's Best for Kids
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