EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville School District 7 welcomed back its faculty and staff with a warm kick-off event this week.

Both Dr. Patrick Shelton and Edwardsville High School Principal Steve Stuart say there has been tremendous energy in the buildings since teachers have returned.

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Dr. Shelton said: "Welcome back to all our wonderful staff and teachers."

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The Edwardsville Marching Band welcomed the teachers with beautiful music as they returned to school and throughout the kick-off, there was continual excitement with presentations.

Stuart said they are hoping to build on the energy that has been presented since teachers and other staff returned for a great year.

Shelton and Stuart both admitted they are excited to return to a more normal setting for 2022-2023 and hope that continues.

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