LeRoy Schools

Three McLean County school superintendents and the head of the Bloomington Career Academy [BCA] spoke on a panel at the annual State of Education event Friday.

The County School Facilities Tax [CSFT] was passed by McLean County voters in April 2025, adding a 1% tax on goods like retail products, fuel and online purchases when it went into effect that July.

The LeRoy school district now has up-to-date 3D school maps, allowing first responders to more quickly respond to emergencies. Other countywide schools are showing interest.

High school students from LeRoy learned how to stay safe when they see farm equipment on the road this fall.

Public school educators got some of what they wanted in the new state budget, but McLean County superintendents say there are still some issues left unresolved — such as transportation costs.

Illinois State Board of Education released a report Friday detailing where counties fall in meeting state requirements for youth mental health screening in schools. McLean County seems to be doing well.

The Illinois High School Association’s move Wednesday to proceed with basketball this season left schools scrambling to remake schedules and decide if…