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The Jordan School District welcomed 280 new teachers with a celebration on Friday.

Teachers expressed excitement and appreciation for the supportive environment.

Superintendent Anthony Godfrey said hiring the right people is part of the success in the district.

SOUTH JORDAN — It's almost time for Utah kids to go back to school. Students will start going back to class over the next few weeks — but on Friday, it was all about the teachers.

You could feel the energy at Bingham High School as the Jordan School District gave a big welcome celebration to its new teachers in style, complete with cheerleaders and a drill line, and teachers are feeling the love.

"I feel very welcome and it's very exciting," said Andrea Pischnotte, music teacher

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