Levy Renewal

On November 8th, the New London Local Schools Community provided a vote of confidence in the educational goals and programing of our district.  Over 1,400 supporters in three counties turn out to vote "Yes" for our renewal levy.  This represents nearly 56% of the total vote.  The renewal of these local funds are critical to allow the district to continue its tradition of high academic expectations in state of the art facilities.  Although some may downplay the importance of this levy outcome, stating that it's only a renewal.  In these uncertain economic times, even a renewal levy isn't certain.  This levy was last passed in 2011, where only 601 total votes were cast.  Before that it was passed in 2006 where a total of  1018 votes were cast.  With the over 1,400 votes we earned last night, our yes votes outpaced the total votes cast in the two previous elections.  In my opinion, this vote count demonstrates a strong vote of confidence in the direction our district is heading.  A vote of confidence that we are good stewards of the tax payers dollars.  A vote of confidence in the pledge to keep the needs of our students at the center of our decision making.  I'm proud of the gains our district has made over the years, proud of the students that we've graduated from New London Local Schools, and very proud of the support that our community has in the schools.  From the staff, students, Board of Education, and myself, thank you New London for keeping our students' future bright.