August 19, 2022

Cape Girardeau Public Schools welcomes back staff

Cape Girardeau Public Schools staff gathered Friday for a welcome-back event in advance of the new school year. Superintendent Neil Glass — in accustomed theatrical flair — encouraged staff to find the "magic" that drew them to teaching and working in a school district.

Willy Wonka, Cape Girardeau Public Schools superintendent Neil Glass, and Augustus, Howard Benyon, deputy superintendent, perform during a welcome-back event for the district's staff Friday morning.

Blanchard Elementary School teachers Tara Bova (left) and Shannon Clubb sing "Car Wash" as they compete in a karaoke competition during an assembly for Cape Girardeau Public Schools staff. 

From right, Carolyn Thomas, Quatonya Ivy and Jecala Moore sing with the group "Team Happified" during a karaoke portion of the event.

Dr. Edward Leoni (left) speaks about motivation to Cape Girardeau public school staff alongside superintendent Dr. Neil Glass.

From left, Brice Beck, Neil Glass, Josh Crowell, Piccola Burcham, Susan Ayers and Zech Payne participate in a doughnut-eating race during a Willy Wonka-themed assembly for Cape Girardeau public school staff before schools commence for the fall semester.

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Cape Girardeau Public Schools staff gathered Friday for a welcome-back event in advance of the new school year. Superintendent Neil Glass — in accustomed theatrical flair — encouraged staff to find the "magic" that drew them to teaching and working in a school district.

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