Everyone, Every day, Edwardsville

In District #7, everyone matters. Every day.  

The district and its schools are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where students can thrive. To further this priority, the district announced its theme for the 2023-24 school year of Everyone, Every day, Edwardsville to staff prior to school starting.

“It builds on our mission and vision statements of each individual student and each individual employee and supporting their growth,” said Superintendent Dr. Patrick Shelton. “The theme also builds on the anti-bullying and harrasment work we have been doing the last few months. We want each student and employee to be treated with kindess and respect – regardless of who they are, their background, or what they believe in.” 

As Shelton and other district leaders unpacked that, the thought was that the theme is also something the community could get behind as well.  

As a result, the district has launched an Everyone, Every day, Edwardsville t-shirt sales campaign with all proceeds going directly towards anti-bullying and kindness in each of its 13 buildings. The campaign was announced at Monday night’s monthly Board of Education meeting, where all board members wore the shirt.

Why t-shirts? 
These shirts are a visible show of commitment to spreading kindness and making it known that every one person matters every day in District #7. By wearing these shirts, we are sending a powerful message that we stand united in promoting positivity and respect to all individuals within our schools.   

T-shirt details 
Youth size: $12 each 
Adult size: $15 each     

How you can participate 
Beginning today, you can purchase these special shirts by simply visiting our online store at https://stores.inksoft.com/ecusd7/shop/home to place your order.  

The store will close at midnight on September 12 and t-shirts will be delivered the following week.   

How your support makes a difference 
Profits from these t-shirt sales will directly contribute to programs and activities in each of our schools that are designed to prevent bullying and promote kindness throughout the district.     

Mark your calendars: Friday, September 29 
On this special day (which is also the Friday of Homecoming week), all those who bought a t-shirt are encouraged to wear their Everyone, Every day, Edwardsville t-shirt as a collective symbol of our commitment to kindness, inclusivity, and positive change.