The key to success is planning and a local school district is doing just that. 

Dr. Michael Tresnak, Superintendent of DeLand-Weldon Schools, explains they have begun strategic planning for the first time in a long time. He notes revenues from local wind farms will be a big part of the short and long-term outlooks for the district. 

The District held an open forum as a part of the planning process earlier this month. Dr. Tresnak says the community did not participate as much in their meeting as he would have liked. He attributes that to their feelings about their situation. 

According to Dr. Tresnak, most of the discussion revolved around the facilities, finances, and curriculum. His goal was to show everyone where the district stands. 

The district will look to develop short and long-term goals with reasonable timelines. Dr. Tresnak explains his job is to decide where the district's priorities are. 

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