There will be a change in administration coming to a local school district and they're planning ahead to ensure a successful transition. 

Superintendent of Blue Ridge Schools, Dr. Hillary Stanifer explains they're coming to the end of their previous strategic plan, and with a new superintendent incoming this July, the district has been preparing for the change. 

There are specific goal areas that the district focuses on. Dr. Stanifer explains things like student achievement and facilities are top of mind when planning out the next 3 to 5 years. 

A one-cent sales tax could be coming to McLean County voters this April, which would benefit area school districts. However, Dr. Stanifer notes they won't plan around the outcome, due to their low number of students residing in McLean County. 

Dr. Stanifer is confident in the quality of instruction the district staff provides. She notes they had to have fewer conversations about it than in past years. Instead, they talked about the services the district could provide such as child care. 

To find more information on Blue Ridge Schools, visit blueridge18.org.