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Dr. Lane AbrellDear Parents and Community:

It is difficult to believe that 2009 has come and gone!  2009 was a year of productive continuity for Leland Community School District #1.  The district and community have continued to make my third year as superintendent enjoyable.  We began the 2009-10 school year with a low amount of teacher turnover which helps in producing a positive and effective learning environment for our children.

The first semester of the 2009-10 school year was impressive for our athletic teams.  We are in the fourth year of the co-op for all athletic programs between Leland High School and Earlville High School.  Enjoying continued success, the boys’ soccer team made a deep run into the class A state tournament while the girls’ volleyball was very competitive.  Currently, the boys’ varsity basketball team is on a four game winning steak and the girls’ varsity team is building momentum as they ready for the Little Ten Tournament and Regional play beginning February 9.

Band and choir provided the community with several magnificent holiday programs while Community Day and the Gym-o-rama had a large number of attendees.

Academically, the class of 2010 has been working diligently to prepare for their future after graduating from Leland High School.  At this time, the majority of students have made plans for after graduation.  Several students have already been awarded scholarships or grants-in-aid.

While we are looking forward to ringing in 2010, there are significant financial and academic challenges the district faces.  At the writing of this , the State of Illinois owes Leland CUSD #1, $121,116.19 in State Aid or Grant payments.  The downturn in the economy has caused the State to be late in paying bills.  Many (myself included) wonder if we will see the money the State promised to provide.  The delay or non-payment of that money will impact the delivery of education we provide our students.  Academically, we continue to work hard to meet the well-intended but unrealistic demands of the federal No Child Left Behind legislation.

Please continue to check  the new district website and read the district newsletter for the latest highlights and events for the Leland school and community.  The Leland staff wishes all a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year!

 Sincerely,

Dr. Lane Abrell