BLUFORD UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #318 ADOPTS VISION 2030 BOARD RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT
BLUFORD, IL — The Bluford Unit School District #318 Board of Education voted Thursday, December 19, 2025 to adopt a resolution in support of Vision 2030, a blueprint to enhance public education to better serve students in an evolving world.
Vision 2030 is a comprehensive effort developed by members of eight statewide education associations to create a framework of legislative goals and policy changes that would improve Illinois’ public education system.
The resolution of support specifically endorses Vision 2030's emphasis on four key priorities:
Keeping students safe
Keeping high-quality educators in front of students
Enhancing post-secondary success
Improving measurements of what is working well in schools
"Our support for Vision 2030 reflects our dedication to preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow," said Jenny Sneed, Board of Education President. "This initiative aligns with our district's mission to ‘Educate a Community of Learners’ and provide an innovative, high-quality education while being responsible stewards of public resources."
The eight statewide partner associations include: Illinois Association of School Administrators, Illinois Association of School Boards, Illinois Principals Association, Illinois Association of School Business Officials, Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools, Superintendents’ Commission for the Study of Demographics, Illinois Alliance of Administrators of Special Education and Illinois Association of Rural and Small Schools.
The Bluford Unit School District joins numerous other school systems across the state in supporting the Vision 2030 legislative initiative.
“Vision 2030 created opportunities for school districts and professional organizations to go on offense for what would positively impact education in Illinois,” said Adam Cross, Superintendent at Bluford School District. "Vision 2030 provides a practical framework for achieving educational excellence while maintaining fiscal responsibility. This approach will help us better serve our students, support our educators, and strengthen our educational programs."
For more information about Vision 2030 and its implementation visit IllinoisVision2030.com.
About Bluford Unit School District
Bluford Schools are a small, rural school district in southern Illinois serving approximately 360 students K-12. With notable educational and facilities improvements in recent years, Bluford Schools is committed to providing high quality education through rigorous academic programs, athletics, and extracurricular activities.