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Be Kind to Your Mind

October 2026

Be Kind to YourMindOctober 2026
A Halloween cartoon featuring two frightened jack-o'-lanterns sitting beside a freshly baked pumpkin pie. One pumpkin says, "Now that's scary!" humorously suggesting the pumpkins are afraid of being turned into pie.
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Autumn-themed graphic featuring a large red and orange maple leaf against a warm yellow and orange background. White text inside the leaf reads, "Celebrate October Birthdays!"
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Birthdays

October

2nd Jen Hayes-Psych. Examiner

5th Kay Strobbe- 3rd Grade

16th Jennifer Jones-Kitchen

13th Michelle Burkett-4th grade

23rd Gretchen Decker-Specials

26th Pam Singsass-Kitchen

28th Emily Yancey-Kindergarten

28th Sarah Mayberry-Sped Teacher

A humorous meme featuring Michael Scott from "The Office" sitting in his car, looking emotionally exhausted while holding a sandwich. The text reads, "Everyone asks what I did at work today, but nobody asks what work did to me today."
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Bright green October self-care infographic featuring a smiling orange jack-o'-lantern, black bats, and spiderwebs. Surrounding the pumpkin are seasonal self-care suggestions, including drinking something warm, wearing cozy pajamas, enjoying quiet moments, baking cookies, reading, prioritizing sleep, staying hydrated, spending time outdoors, connecting with friends, and practicing mindfulness.
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A collection of maple leaves arranged in a fan shape, transitioning from green to yellow, orange, red, and deep burgundy, symbolizing the changing seasons and personal growth.
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Affirmation Station: Embrace

"Every season brings its own challenges and opportunities. I trust myself to navigate both."

Connections: Staff Spotlight

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Staff spotlight photo of Molly Frye smiling at the camera while wearing glasses, with a brown dog resting beside her.
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Molly Frye

Job: SPED IA

Time at PVE: 3 years

I am married to my Jr High sweetheart. We have been together for 15 years. We have a German Shepherd mix. His name is Jack. We enjoy Cardinal baseball and Blues hockey. I cut hair in my spare time, now that it's not a full-time job. It is more like a hobby. We enjoy going to the lake with Jack and getting out on the water to fish, or catch a fish give the rod to Clay...lol. Whenever I get the chance I absolutely love going to Alabama to see my Dad and my sister Theresa, who has been my best friend for 54 years.

Staff spotlight of Julie Turnipseed and her family smiling together for an outdoor group selfie in front of a historic stone building with arched windows on a sunny day.
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Julie Turnipseed

Job: ELD Specialist

Time at PVE: 17 years!


Hi! I’m Julie! I’m an elementary ED teacher who loves helping students grow, learn, and feel confident. I have been teaching for over 25 years and truly love working with children and celebrating different cultures and languages. I’m also a wife and mom to two amazing daughters. One daughter is a senior and one daughter is in California in college. I have three dogs. I’m a children’s author of a series called Adventures of Charlee and Magnolia. When I’m not at school, I love spending time with my family, traveling, planning fun events, and creating special memories!

Staff spotlight photo of Amanda Manocchio and her family smiling and posing together indoors beneath a large sign that reads, "Awaken Your Senses."
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Amanda Manocchio

Job: Building IA

Time at PVE: I started working Noon Duty at PVE in 2011. After 2 years of that I became a sub until 2018 when I was hired as the Building IA


My family is originally from Cleveland OH. We moved to Denver for a short time and then to Dardenne Prairie in 2009. My husband, (John) works at Citi, both of my kids (Alexia & Matthew) attended PVE. When the weather is nice I enjoy bike riding with my husband. I also enjoy spending time with family and friends. Other hobbies include, reading, watching movies and walking my dog, (Cash).

Pick one magical power to get through the school day🔮

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Event Information
Back to School Staff Social

When?
Thursday, Oct 29, 2026, 08:00 PM
Where?
Town Square Pub N Grub, Town Square Ave, Dardenne Prairie, MO, USA
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Fall-themed flyer with autumn leaves and pumpkins announcing a Back to School Staff Social on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Joey B’s Food and Drink, 6247 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis, MO 63367. Join fellow colleagues for after-school social time to celebrate surviving the first month back to school. RSVP to Lauren Beck by email by September 29.
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Colorful speech bubbles with the words "Help and Support."
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Resources for Staff

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Call the EAP 24/7 for unlimited confidential assistance for personal matters you are experiencing. EmployeeConnect is available when you or your family are in need of counseling resources telephonically or in person.

For more information about the program, visit GuidanceResources.com,

download the GuidanceNowSM mobile app or call 888-628-4824.

GuidanceResources.com login credentials:

Username: LFGSupport Password: LFGSupport1


****988 Lifeline****

From 988lifeline.org:

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

For immediate help from a caring, skilled counselor, please call or text 988 or chat with us.


****Please reach out to Annelise for mental health questions or resources for yourself, family members, friends, etc. Stop by her office, send an email, or call/text her at 314-660-3871.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) flyer from Personal Assistance Services (PAS). The flyer features an illustration of five hands connecting colorful puzzle pieces to form a heart, symbolizing support and connection. Through PAS, employees have access to career coaches, tobacco cessation coaches, master's-level licensed counselors, life coaches, eldercare planning, childcare consultation, downloadable resources, legal forms, and more. To access these free resources, visit mypaseap.com or scan the QR code on the flyer. Use access code WSD to create an account. PAS provides professional services to help employees address challenges and enhance daily life. This benefit is fully funded by the employer and is free for employees and their family members. Participation is confidential unless the employee provides consent to share information or disclosure is required by law. For questions or assistance, call 800-356-0845. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Pets of the Month graphic featuring a dog, cat, and rabbit.
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Louise, a five-month-old tan and white terrier mix puppy, sitting beside a pink blanket and looking at the camera.
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Olive, Cooper, Mavis, Ginger, Waffles, Bacon, Pancake, & Flash

Anyone who knows my family knows that we love animals!! In our crazy household, we have four dogs, Olive, Cooper, Mavis and Ginger. We also have three bearded dragons, Waffles, Bacon, and Pancake. And we can't forget about Flash, our very fast turtle. I know you're probably thinking, wow that's way too many pets, but our hearts are so big that we tend to take in any animal that my husband Brian shows me, lol! All of our animals are cuddlers, including the bearded dragons. They like to be held and sleep on us just like the pups! - Dillingham

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