Strategic planning is vital to the success of most any organization, and a central Illinois school district has finalized its latest strategic plan with an eye towards future growth.

Adam Ibbotson is the Superintendent of Maroa-Forsyth Schools and indicates any strategic plan has to have a purpose or foundation. With that in mind, the district tweaked its mission statement, or as he calls it, their why.

According to Ibbotson, there are a number of layers for the strategic plan that culminate in the action steps of the plan. He notes there are a number of them that will start to take off as soon as this spring.

Within the strategic plan are six goals, and Ibbotson points out there is a little overlap with some; however, they are striving to create a great learning environment for students and an attractive place for families moving to central Illinois.

We'll have more with Ibbotson on some specific plans the district has - particularly relating to facilities. Visit mfschools.net for more information and find the district on Facebook.