Pattonville All-Staff Return
A Letter from the Superintendent
Dear Pattonville staff,
As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, I want to take a moment to recognize the essential role each of you plays in bringing our mission, That All Will Learn, to life. No matter your role in Pattonville, your contributions shape the experiences of our students, their families and one another. You are the heart of Pattonville.
Studies consistently show that when people feel supported by those they work with and for, engagement and performance increase. A great student experience begins with a great employee experience, and both are influenced by the culture we build together. When we invest in people, we see the results. Not just in morale, but in how each of us, and particularly our students, learn and grow. When staff members feel encouraged, equipped and valued, it enables high-quality work across every part of the district. No matter your title, department or building, your work matters.
This year, I invite all of us to consider how we can bring the spirit of unreasonable hospitality into our daily routines. In his book “Unreasonable Hospitality,” Will Guidara defines this idea not as extravagance, but as attentiveness, making people feel seen and cared for through small, intentional acts. In our context, that could mean lending a hand to a colleague, offering words of encouragement at the right moment or noticing what a student or family needs and responding with care.
These moments of connection matter. They build trust, and that trust is the foundation of a thriving school community. When our students walk into buildings where they feel welcome, safe and supported, they are more likely to engage, take risks and grow. When families feel informed and respected, they become true partners in the learning process. And when all of us — staff, students and families — feel seen, heard and valued, we become more engaged and our collective work is stronger and more impactful.
Academic achievement does not happen in isolation. It is the outcome of intentional systems and human-centered practices. Our ability to meet the diverse needs of every learner depends on our shared commitment to both excellence and empathy. When students are academically challenged and emotionally supported, they are more likely to take risks, persist through difficulties and grow. By showing consistency, care and purpose, we can create the conditions where every learner — and every team member — has the opportunity to thrive.
Thank you for the work you do, the care you give and the impact you make. Let’s make this another outstanding year in Pattonville.
Warmly,
Dr. Barry Nelson
Superintendent
Information on this Website
- All-Staff Return Week Overview
- Student Speaker Video
- New Staff in Pattonville
- All-Staff Orientation Schedule
- Department Meetings
- New Staff Orientation
Please contact your supervisor with any questions or for detailed school/building plans.
All-Staff Return
Monday, Aug. 11
- All-Staff Orientation
- Certified staff building-level professional development
- Support staff see supervisor for professional development or work schedule for the day
Tuesday, Aug. 12
- Certified staff building-level professional development
- Support staff work as scheduled
Wednesday, Aug. 13
- Certified staff district-level professional development (details provided by the teaching and learning department)
- Support staff work as scheduled
Thursday, Aug. 14
- Certified staff building-level teacher collaboration time
- Support staff work as scheduled
Friday, Aug. 15
- Certified staff building-level teacher collaboration time
- Support staff work as scheduled
All staff please see your school/building or department supervisor for full work schedule details.
All-Staff Orientation/Rah-Rah Day
Monday, Aug. 11
Pattonville High School gymnasium 2497 Creve Coeur Mill Road Maryland Heights, MO 630437:30 - 8:25 a.m.
- Breakfast available in the cafeteria
- Health vendors in the commons
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PSD Benefits & Wellness
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CareATC
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Anthem
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Sword
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PAS
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Express Scripts
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Corebridge
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Delta Dental
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SSD Insurance and Benefits
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8:30 - 8:40 a.m.
- Selections by the Pattonville High School Marching Band
- Pattonville Fight Song
- “Star-Spangled Banner”
- Pledge of Allegiance, led by Jeanne Schottmueller, president, board of education
8:40 - 8:55 a.m.
- Video presentation
8:55 - 9:25 a.m.
- Welcome, introductions and comments
- Dr. Barry Nelson, superintendent
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Jeanne Schottmueller, president, board of education
- Alexander Buerck, president, PNEA
- Rodney Keithly, president, PESP
- Maxwell Hopson, fifth grade, Bridgeway Elementary School
9:25 - 9:45 a.m.
- Opening day address, Dr. Barry Nelson, superintendent
9:45 - 10 a.m.
- Closing presentation
Welcome New Staff in Pattonville
- Early Childhood Center
- Bridgeway Elementary School
- Drummond Elementary School
- Parkwood Elementary School
- Rose Acres Elementary School
- Willow Brook Elementary
- Academy of Innovation at Remington
- Holman Middle School
- Pattonville Heights Middle School
- Pattonville High School
- District-Wide
- Learning Center
- Print Shop
- Maintenance
- Transportation
Early Childhood Center
Bridgeway Elementary School
Drummond Elementary School
Parkwood Elementary School
Rose Acres Elementary School
Willow Brook Elementary
Academy of Innovation at Remington
Holman Middle School
Pattonville Heights Middle School
Pattonville High School
District-Wide
Learning Center
Print Shop
Maintenance
Transportation
New Staff Slideshow 2025
All-Staff Orientation Student Speaker
All-Staff Orientation/Rah-Rah Day Photo Gallery
New Staff Orientation
New School-to-Home Communication
Pattonville is launching Bloomz, a new communications platform that ensures families are always connected to their student's learning and school community in their preferred language. Staff will receive access to Bloomz on Aug. 4 and will be trained during one of their professional development days during staff return week. Find out more here.