Warrior Weekly
April 6-10!!
Monday: No School, Professional Development
Tuesday: D Day, Vote on Prop S
Wednesday: A Day, Bobo's Pickup Day 2:30-4:30
Thursday: B Day, 1st Grade Concert 6:00
Friday: C Day, 4th Grade PI Visit, MAP Motivation Assembly 3rd/4th
Prop S Information!!
On Tuesday, April 7, residents of the MVR-III School District will vote on a general obligation bond issue not to exceed $43 million. This measure will appear on the ballot as Proposition S.
Bond issues require voter approval of at least 57.14%. When approved, we will use the funds to make improvements at every school, enhance safety and security, and ensure our students continue having the learning environment our community expects.
Prop S will not raise property tax rates. Any increases in the amount of taxes paid would likely be the result of higher property valuations, not from an approved bond issue.
Wondering what the difference is between bonds and levies when it comes to school district finance and ballot issues?
👉 Bonds are for building and may include school additions, new buildings, as well as major renovations or repairs to existing facilities.
👉 Levies are for learning and may cover the salaries and benefits of faculty and staff, as well as textbooks, utilities, school and building supplies, food service, and transportation.
On Tuesday, April 7, voters will consider approving a no-tax-increase bond issue for the Meramec Valley R-III School District. You can learn more about the ways Prop S would invest in our schools and students at https://www.mvr3bond.org.
Title I Parent Survey
Our District receives federal Title funds to support our students with additional resources and reading specialists. In an effort to make our School-Wide Title I program the best it can be, we are asking parents to complete this brief survey. We appreciate your feedback on the impact of these programs and ways we can continue to improve. Thank you!
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!***
On Tuesday, April 7, our community will vote on Proposition S—a $43 million general obligation bond issue for the Meramec Valley R-III School District. 🗳️
Watch the Bond Explainer Video to learn more about Prop S: MVR-III Prop S Bond Video #2
This measure WILL NOT raise property taxes when approved and will provide the funds for improvements at all of our campuses and the construction of a new middle school to replace Pacific Intermediate.
The proposal is the result of a multi-year effort by the Board of Education and the administration to identify solutions to our most pressing facility needs while not placing additional burden on property taxpayers.
Learn more about Prop S and find answers to frequently asked questions: https://www.mvr3bond.org
Service Project
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.
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.
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!!
Looking Ahead - Save the Date:
- Friday, April 3rd - NO SCHOOL! Easter Break.
- Monday, April 6th - NO SCHOOL! Staff Professional Development Day.
- Tuesday, April 7th - April 7 – Election Day (Voting Day)
- Wednesday, April 8th: Bobo's Delivery to Coleman Elementary
- Thursday April 9th - 1st Grade Music Performance 6:00pm
- Friday, April 10th - 4th Grade Pacific Intermediate Tour
- Friday, April 10th: MAP Motivational Assembly 3rd and 4th Grade
- Monday, April 13th - PTO Meeting 4:00pm
- Monday, April 13th - Friday, April 17th - 3rd & 4th Grade iReady End of Year Assessment Testing **(Similar to MAP Testing Week!)
- Wednesday, April 15th - 2nd Grade Field Trip Day!
- Wednesday, April 15th - MVR3 Board Meeting 6:00pm
- April 20: Dine to Donate at Camila's ALL DAY
- Friday, April 24th - MVR3 SPED Field Day @ PHS
- Sunday, April 26th -Coleman Baseball at Busch Stadium
- Thursday, April 30th -
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- Friday, May 1st - 4th Grade Field Trip Day!
- Monday, May 4th - Friday, May 8th - 3rd & 4th Grade MAP Testing Week!
- Monday, May 4th - Friday, May 8th - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!
- Tuesday, May 5th -Kindergarten Field Trip
- Saturday, May 9th - Girls on the Run 5K Race Day!
- Monday, May 11th: PTO Meeting
- Friday, May 15th - CE Field Day!
- Monday, May 18th - 3rd Grade Field Trip Day!
- Sunday, May 17th - PHS Graduation Day!
- Tuesday, May 19th: 3rd Trimester Award Ceremony
- Tuesday May 19th: 4th Grade Send Off
- Wednesday, May 20th -PTO Carnival
- Wednesday, May 20th - MVR3 Board Meeting 6:00pm
- Thursday, May 21st - CE Kindergarten Graduation 9:30 am.
- Thursday, May 21st - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL; EARLY RELEASE @ 1:10PM
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