PROP K FOR KIDS
YOUR FEEDBACK SHAPED PROP K
The Meramec Valley R-III School District sincerely appreciates the parents, community members, and staff who shared their feedback this summer through the facilities priorities survey.
During an August Board workshop, the MVR-III Board of Education thoroughly reviewed the survey results to guide the district's future planning. In direct response to stakeholder input, the Board modified the priorities of a proposed bond package and voted unanimously to place Prop K for Kids on the November 3 ballot.
Prop K for Kids
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Residents of the Meramec Valley R-III School District will consider approving a zero tax rate increase bond referendum on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
The bond measure will appear on ballots as Proposition K. If approved by at least 57.14% of voters, the district will use these funds for:
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Safety & Security for Kids: Secure keyless entry system on external school doors
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Buses for Kids: Replacing buses with 200,000+ miles
- New Middle School for Kids: A middle school for all students in the district
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School Updates for Kids: Critical facility improvements at each school
Should the required number of voters approve Proposition K, the proposed projects would be completed with zero tax rate increase.
How to Vote
To register to vote, residents must submit a completed voter registration application to their local election authority. This can be done in person or by mail.
An eligible voter may register in person at one of the following locations:
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The office of their local election authority
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A driver's licensing office while applying for or renewing a driver's license
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A designated state agency while the applicant is obtaining services from the agency (examples include the Division of Family Services, Military Recruitment, or WIC)
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A library
October 7 is the final day to register to vote in the November election.
When registering in person, applicants are required to present a form of personal identification. A voter can also register to vote by mail by completing a postcard voter registration application.
You can request a voter registration application from the local election authority or from the Missouri Secretary of State’s website at www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/register.
Within seven days of receiving your registration, the election authority should mail verification that your registration has been received and processed. If you do not receive this verification, you should contact your local election authority to ensure you are indeed registered to vote. You will receive your identification card after voting for the first time.
Where to Vote
Registered voters can find their polling location by visiting https://voteroutreach.sos.mo.gov/portal.
In-Person Absentee Voting is available October 20 to November 2, 2026. Polling locations are open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. If you are in line at the closing time of 7:00 p.m., you have the right to cast your vote.
Find more local voter information:
You can only vote at your assigned polling place. If there is a problem at your assigned polling place, you may be eligible to vote at the central polling place. Verifying your assigned polling place with your local election authority before Election Day will help eliminate potential complications.
Paper Ballots Are Available
If you are voting by mail with a Missouri absentee ballot, your completed ballot must be received by your local election authority by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day to be counted.
It is not enough for it to be postmarked by Election Day. Because USPS delivery can take several days, we recommend mailing it as early as possible rather than waiting until Election Day.
The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot in person is 5:00 p.m. on the day before Election Day. Applications submitted by mail must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday before Election Day. Online applications are not available. Voted absentee ballots must be received by the close of polls on Election Day.
Engagement Events
Coffee With
Dr. Carrie
Weekly from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Dr. Carrie will host morning sessions at our local coffee shop and restaurants, where the community can connect, ask questions, and learn more about Prop K.
Sept. 24: Hardees
Sept. 30: Little Ireland
Oct 6: Pacific Family Restaurant
Oct. 14: McDonald's
Oct. 20: Hardees
Oct. 28: Little Ireland
Breakfast/Lunch & Learn Community Presentations
District administrators will host informational meetings for community stakeholder groups to learn more about MVR-III student programs, district priorities, and Prop K projects.
Sept. 24: Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Oct. 1: City Partners Breakfast, 8-9 a.m.
Oct 8: Retiree Breakfast, 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Oct. 15: Realtors Lunch, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Community Q&A Open House
Mondays at Pacific Intermediate at 7 p.m.
District administrators will host informational nights at Pacific Intermediate where parents and community members can tour the school, ask questions, and learn more about Prop K.
September 21
October 12
October 26
Pathways to Success: Student Learning Nights
Join us from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
PreK-6th grade families are invited to join us for an evening focused on student learning, family engagement, and academic success. Families will have the opportunity to learn what their students will be learning this year, understand their child’s academic progress, and discover ways to support learning at home.
Oct. 6 at Nike Elementary
Oct. 8 at Coleman Elementary
Oct. 13 at Robertsville Elementary
Oct. 15 at Doris Hoffman Early Learning Center
Oct. 20 at Pacific Intermediate
Oct. 27 at Zitzman Elementary
Virtual Community Connections
Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
MVR-III parents and community members may submit questions or items for discussion in advance, and the school district leaders and Board members will answer community questions and review Prop K projects virtually.
September 22
October 13
October 27
Small Group
Sit-Downs
Join us at 7 p.m.
MVR-III parents and community members are invited to attend small group sit-downs with Dr. Schwierjohn to discuss questions and information regarding Prop K.
Oct. 1: Boles Fire House Station #3 in Villa Ridge
Oct. 6: Gray Summit Christian Preschool in Gray Summit
Oct. 8: Pacific Fire District House #2 in Robertsville
Oct. 15: Nike Elementary in Catawissa
Oct. 20: Millstone Village Senior Reception Room in Pacific