As the new academic year commences, Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) has introduced a cohort of new educators joining its faculties.Among them is John Anderson, a dedicated educator who will serve as an English teacher and a football coach at Excelsior Springs High School (ESHS).“I chose Excelsior Springs specifically because I like the small-town home feeling,” said Anderson. “I like that everyone knows everybody and it feels like a place that is home. I really enjoy the community that’s built here. People take pride in the community and I love that.”ESHS Principal Dr. Sara Wickham believes that Anderson will be a valuable addition to the district and its students this school year.“Mr. Anderson has immersed in Tiger culture these past few months and demonstrates incredible compassion and energy toward our students, while also challenging them to excel in and out of the classroom,” explained Wickham....